GOFCC Celebrates 110th Anniversary at 2026 Annual Meeting

Event debuts new format to foster greater opportunity for engagement among attendees  

Awards honor area leaders making an impact in the greater Oswego community 

The Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GOFCC) hosted its 2026 Annual Meeting, presented by Constellation, at the Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center in Oswego. The event’s theme, Rooted in Community. Rising with Intention., highlighted how the region’s growth is driven by purposeful strategy, strong collaboration and a shared vision for the future.

The 2026 Annual Meeting also celebrated the GOFCC’s 110th anniversary in the Oswego community and 10th anniversary of integration with CenterState CEO.  As the organization marks these exciting milestones, it unveiled a new GOFCC logo and brand story that illustrates its strong foundation, and where it's headed as it continues to support the business community. 

In her remarks to the audience of more than 200, GOFCC Executive Director Sara Broadwell shared stories of growth, perseverance and commitment across the business community.

“Today is about more than just milestones; we honor the foundation that brought us here,” said Broadwell. “As we celebrate more than a century of leadership, and over a decade of partnership with CenterState CEO, we pause to reflect on what makes the Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber of Commerce so essential to this community. I am proud to say the GOFCC has been a force for business success, growth and opportunity, supporting organizations of every size, connecting neighbors and entrepreneurs and ensuring that every voice in Oswego County is heard.” 

The event featured keynote remarks from Novelis’s Kevin Schutt. Schutt is Vice President, Manufacturing and Production Support, Novelis North America. Most recently, Schutt supported Novelis' North American plants across the region and multiple states, overseeing external operations for multiple tolling and warehousing facilities and beverage packaging operations.  Currently, Schutt is leading the recovery effort to restore Novelis’ Oswego Hot Mill to operation. 

During the keynote address, sponsored by NBT Bank, Shutt highlighted Novelis' global leadership in the automotive industry and underscored the strategic importance of its operations in Oswego County. Additionally, he shared his perspective on the current operating landscape in the aftermath of the recent fires, offering both a look back at the challenges faced and a forward-looking perspective on plans to rebuild and emerge stronger. 

The GOFCC also recognized the following organizations and individuals with achievement awards that reflect the GOFCC’s commitment to honoring those who demonstrate excellence, long-term impact and intentional community investment: 

• Oswego County Impact & Excellence Award, presented to Oswego County Office of Mobility Management. This award Honors a small business or nonprofit organization that demonstrates outstanding achievement through innovation, growth and measurable positive impact on Oswego County’s economy or quality of life. 

• Community Leadership & Legacy Award, presented to The Alberts Group. This award recognizes an individual, business or organization whose long-term leadership, investment or philanthropy has significantly advanced the vitality, resilience and future of Oswego County’s communities. 

• Nancy L. Premo Woman of Distinction Award, presented to Maria Hudson of Constellation. This award honors a woman in business who has made a meaningful impact on her community, inspired others through her leadership, and exemplified the values of service, integrity and empowerment. This award is presented in tribute to the late Nancy Premo, CenterState CEO’s former vice president of Human Resources. 

The GOFCC thanks its event sponsors. Presenting Sponsor: Constellation; Corporate Sponsors: Compass Federal Credit Union, Novelis, and Oswego County Federal Credit Union; Speaker Sponsor: NBT Bank; Networking Reception Sponsor: AmeriCU; and Community Sponsors: Community Bank, Fulton Savings Bank, Pathfinder Bank and SUNY Oswego.