Welcome
The Central & Western New York Chapter serves upstate New York including but not limited to the cities of Rochester, Syracuse, Oswego, Albany, Utica, Corning, Canandaigua and Buffalo. More than 180 members represent companies such as Bausch & Lomb Incorporated and the Eastman Kodak Company.
The chapter participates in diversity initiatives, pro bono efforts, CLE programs and an internship program.
Message From The President
Dear ACC Central & Western New York Chapter Members,
As the colors of autumn settle in and we begin to look ahead to the close of another year, I want to extend warm wishes to each of you for a joyful holiday season and a fulfilling start to 2026. It’s been a remarkable year for our chapter, and I’m honored to write to you now as your new Chapter President.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our events throughout 2025, whether you joined us for a virtual meet-up, a dinner club gathering, or our Signature Event at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, generously sponsored by Bond, Schoeneck & King LLP. The AKG event was a true highlight, bringing together our members in a vibrant and inspiring setting. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the photos on our chapter LinkedIn page and give us a follow to stay connected.
I’d like to offer a special thank you to Greta Kolcon for her outstanding leadership and dedication over the past few years. Her contributions have helped shape and grow the community we enjoy today. I’m also grateful to our continuing board officers—Vice President, Isabelle Melody, Secretary, Collin Doane, Treasurer, Janelle Mikac, Membership Chair, Ade Adegoke, and Member of the Board, Natasha Ernst—and to Rosemarie Abraham from ACC for her ongoing support.
As we plan for 2026, I encourage you to make our ACC chapter part of your professional journey. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, reconnect with colleagues, or explore leadership opportunities, there’s a place for you here. We’re actively seeking members to join our program and membership committees and to consider future board roles. Your involvement—big or small—makes a difference.
Thank you for being part of our community. I look forward to seeing you at our any of our last events for 2025 and in the new year and continuing to build something meaningful together.
Warm regards,
Amy Andrus
President, ACC Central & Western New York Chapter
