Naturally Lewis Hosts 3rd Annual Economic Development Conference
Jun 17, 2024 03:44PM ● By Kenzie Shiver
Naturally Lewis is excited to announce the success of the third annual Naturally Lewis Economic Development Conference. Themed "Dear Lewis County," the 2024 Naturally Lewis Economic Development Conference was a testament to the community that has served us; the conference brought nearly 150 business leaders, community leaders, municipal leaders together for a full day of networking, engagement, and learning.
In addition to various educational sessions and workshops for our business and community leaders, the inaugural Naturally Lewis Student Pitch Competition winners were announced. Naturally Lewis is excited to announce the winners of the 2024 Naturally Lewis Student Pitch Competition are:
Sean Kelly, All Clear Roof & Gutter
Cleaning (Lowville Academy
& Central School)
Gavin Tufo, Harper Valley Property
Services (Copenhagen Central
School)
Zoe Zehr,
Northern NY Hoof Trimming (Homeschool)
In addition to $500 award, these young entrepreneurs are receiving a direct connection to a mentor in their industry and ongoing business development support from Naturally Lewis.
Naturally Lewis received 11 engaging student applications representing 4 different Lewis County school districts. In an effort to assist all students in starting their business, Naturally Lewis invites community members and business to view all the submissions and learn more about these innovative business ideas. If there is a video that stands out to you, consider sponsoring a student to support their entrepreneurial journey - the donations will go directly to the students! Your sponsorship will provide a deserving young entrepreneur with the financial support, mentorship, and resources necessary to develop their business idea. Please visit naturallylewis.com/growing- opportunities/student-pitch-competition by July 1, 2024 to sponsor a student!
The Naturally Lewis Economic Development Conference will be returning in its fourth year on June 11, 2025. Find more information on the Naturally Lewis Economic Development Conference at naturallylewis.com/events.
