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Business & Community Leader's Breakfast

February 27, 2026 | Lewis Lanes | 8:00am-10:30am

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About the Event

Start your day with meaningful conversation and connection. The Business & Community Leaders Breakfast brings together local leaders to celebrate economic development wins, share real-world experiences, and explore future opportunities for Lewis County. Featuring a panel of local businesses and interactive roundtable discussions, this session is part of Leadership Academy Economic Development Day and is open to business and community leaders across the county.

Our Winter Business & Community Leader's Breakfast will be held on February 27th at Lewis Lanes in Lowville, NY.

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8:00 - 8:30am | Registration & Networking

Registration for this event will open at 8:00am. Please note that doors will not be unlocked until 8:00am!

8:30am | Welcome & Introduction

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8:45 - 9:45am | Panel Discussion

This panel will spotlight real stories of growth, resilience, and partnership in action. Featuring local business owners and regional economic development leaders, the conversation will explore how ideas turn into impact when vision is met with the right support.

Panelists will share how they identified opportunities, navigated challenges, and leveraged partnerships to move projects forward — from small, grassroots investments that expanded business capacity to large-scale revitalization efforts that are reshaping community spaces. The discussion will also highlight the critical role planning, technical assistance, and philanthropic investment play in helping businesses and communities not only start strong, but grow sustainably.

  • Iris & Conner Biolsi, Owners of Azahar Roast House
  • Max DelSignore, Vice President of The Northern New York Community Foundation
  • Robert Griffin, CEPA, Regional Director of The North Central Small Business Development Center
  • Heather & Jerry Hurd, Owners of Opera House Cantina Project
9:45 - 10:25am | Roundtable Discussion

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10:30am | Closing & Thank You

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Thank You to Our Event Sponsors

Morgia Wealth Management

Morgia Wealth Management