Our Mission

The mission of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce is to bring businesses and resources together to serve, represent and promote local commerce while advancing the general welfare of our community.
At the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce, we advocate for the success and advancement of our local businesses.  Whatever the size of your business, Chamber membership will help you build and expand your business connections, generate exposure through networking and advertising opportunities, and develop new resources by sharing the knowledge base of more than 150 local companies.  We also offer a program for residents who want to participate in improving the Hamlet.

Top 10 Reasons to Join the Chamber

Membership in the Chamber is an investment in your business future. Experience the rewards of volunteering your time and talent to help make the community where you live and work a better place. As a Chamber member you will help sustain and improve the quality of life that you, your family and your employees enjoy.
  1. New Business Contacts –help your business grow with exposure to like-minded people.
  2. Community Improvement – through involvement in one of the Chamber’s special committees and programs: beautification, student-business partnerships, special events, marketing and more.
  3. Referrals – Referrals and sales opportunities through exposure to the community and members.
  4. Signature Activities Sponsorship - Highlight your business and your commitment to Oyster Bay-East Norwich by sponsoring signature events and activities.
  5. Publicity and Exposure – Chamber members receive real exposure through our website, e-mail blasts and social network platforms.
  6. Networking and Ribbon Cutting - Member businesses can also gain publicity and exposure through a free ribbon cutting ceremony or specially designed networking event.
  7. Marketing and Advertising – Targeted, effective and affordable advertising (Chamber media) to help you advertise effectively on a small budget.
  8. Credibility – Membership shows you are committed to the future of Oyster Bay-East Norwich.
  9. A Healthy Local Economy – Create a strong local economy to keep our business momentum moving forward.
  10. Gain a Voice in the Community – Our strong involvement in all aspects of the community gives our members first hand exposure to issues that directly affect your business.

Officers & Board of Directors

The 2017 Officers and Board of Directors of the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce are:

President: Alex Gallego, Gallego Financial Group of Raymond James
Vice President: Michael McGowan, Ampere Business Services, Inc.
Secretary: Susan Dembo, Susan Dembo Acupuncture
Treasurer: Walter Imperatore, Renaissance Property Associates

Past Presidents: 
Dottie Simons, Dodds and Eder Home
Michele Browner, Hospice of New York

Board of Directors 
Rob Brusca, Robert L. Brusca, Esq.
Ravin Chetram, Premier Payments 
Catherine Drabin, Chrison & Bellina, James Guy
Jim Fuccio, Desocio & Fuccio, PC
Kelly Fuhrmann, Sagamore Hill National Historic Site 
Richard LaMarca, Town of Oyster Bay
Patrick Lough, Charter Financial
Rustan Lundstrum, Coach Grill & Tavern
John McEvoy, Scicom
Angelo Mylonas, Greek Cove
Jim Perna, Long Island Picture Frame & Art Gallery
Dawn Riley, Oakcliff Sailing
 
Board Members Emeritus:
Austin Azzaretto, 1-800-50-TIRES

Paige Dawson, Laffey Real Estate
 
Executive Administrator: Darcy Tabako
President - Alex Gallego - Gallego Financial Group of Raymond James
Raymond James Financial
Senior Vice President, Investments
Branch Director 

 
Prior to joining Raymond James in 2014, Alex held high-level roles with some of the financial industry’s leading firms, most recently as a senior vice president and branch manager at Stifel Nicolaus. He also serves as branch director of the Gallego Financial Group of Raymond James, working closely with his wife, Rosemarie. Alex graduated from the American Intercontinental University School of Business, and then went on to earn the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) designation from the College of Financial Planning and the Wealth Management Specialist (WMS) designation from Kaplan Financial Education.

Native New Yorkers, the Gallegos live in East Norwich with their children, Natalie, AJ and Anna. Alex is committed to helping make the Oyster Bay community a better place to live and work by supporting local business and cultural activities. The current president of the Oyster Bay/East Norwich Chamber of Commerce, Alex has actively volunteered with the Long Island Fight for Charity, St. Edwards Confessor School, and as a coach for the Locust Valley Bayville Soccer Club. He is also a retired NCOIC/unit commander of the New York State defense force 104 logistics support detachment 142 service company 14BN 88TH brigade. In 2015, Alex was appointed by the New York Department of State to be a notary public.
Vice President - Michael Mcgowan - Ampere Business Services, Inc.
​The business started in 2008, underwent the usual growing pains and began to expand rapidly in the midwest by 2012. It's a simple business model which leverages internet technology to provide immediate effective marketing and information management to small business owners at a reasonable cost.

A Visual Slideshow of Our Chamber of Commerce
Dear OBENCC Board,

I am proud and honored to have represented the chamber at this morning’s town board meeting where I led everyone in the pledge of allegiance and received a citation on behalf of the OBEN Chamber of Commerce for our contribution to the community. I said some kind words about supervisor Saladino for stepping up to the plate and assuming his new role and made known that we are extremely grateful for the incredible honor.
 
I would like to thank everyone for their hard work and contributions and hope you are enjoying your time off, I look forward to reconvening with you in August!
 
Sincerely, 
Alex I. Gallego, AAMS, WMS
Senior Vice President, Investments
Branch Director
President, Oyster Bay - East Norwich Chamber of Commerce
Join & Renew  
Commercial Members 
Businesses located in either Oyster Bay or East Norwich.
All Packages include membership dues
Standard Membership
Basic Membership $175
($150 if paid before 12/31/17)
Silver Package
Directory upgrade Logo $200
($175 if paid before 12/31/17)
Gold Package 
Sponsorship on One Page $200 
($175 if paid before 12/31/17)
Platinum Package
Directory Upgrade & Sponsorship
​One Page $225 
​($200 if paid before 12/31/17)

Non Profit Members
Non-profit organizations located in either Oyster Bay or East Norwich and the communities of Upper Brookville, Mill Neck, Laurel Hollow, Muttontown and Lattingtown.
All Packages include membership dues
Standard Membership
Basic Membership $100 
($85 if paid before 12/31/17)
Silver Package
Directory upgrade Logo $125 
($110 if paid before 12/31/17)
Gold Package 
Sponsorship on One Page $125 
​($110 if paid before 12/31/17)
Platinum Package
Directory Upgrade & Sponsorship
​One Page $150
​($135 if paid before 12/31/17)
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Supporting Members
Businesses or individuals whose business is not within Oyster Bay or East Norwich. $150 ($125 if paid before 12/31/17)

Friends of the Hamlet
Residential Membership
For residents of Oyster Bay - East Norwich.
$50.00
​A Taste of the Chamber

Street Decorations – lighted snowflakes in the winter; flower baskets in the summer

Beautification - trees, lamp posts, trash cans, clean ups

Grants - work with municipalities to coordinate grants benefitting the community

Charity - donate to and work with non-profits to raise money for local causes

Community Support - organize efforts with and support events of other local groups

Business Support – networking, social media, special events, ribbon cuttings, marketing, advocacy

Cruise Nights - Tuesday evenings throughout the summer