Nestled within a sprawling industrial campus on the edge of town, Finger Lakes Textiles has grown into one of the region’s leading manufacturers -- a success story that reflects the true spirit of what it means to be “Made in America. “ From the outside, the company may look different. The…
Continue ReadingAs a young entrepreneur, LaVerne (Vern) M. Sessler was committed to making good things happen. He focused on delivering quality services and never cutting corners. More than 60 years later, these are still the guiding principles that have helped grow a family business from its humble beginnings into…
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Ann Marie Heizmann Farmer/Farm Advocate A Fearless Farmer-Advocate Ann Marie Heizmann isn’t afraid to get her red-polished fingernails a little dirty. She’s been digging in the soil since she was a young girl, and spent summers on her great aunt’s dairy and crop farm in Oklahoma. She planted her…
Continue ReadingRunning through the heart of Paris, within the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, sits a cobblestone-lined street named Rue Cler. Though it’s not the biggest or most bustling area, it is home to one of the most revered street markets in the entire city. It is a place where people shop with their noses…
Continue ReadingFor more than 40 years, the Sinicropi Florist and Gift Shop has been a prominent fixture in the downtown Seneca Falls shopping district. The “Florist with the Personal Touch,” attributes their remarkable longevity to a business approach that strives to exceed customer expectations with quality…
Continue ReadingConnie Caratozzolo Founder, Connie’s Diner There’s something more than good old-fashioned, home-style cookin’ going on at Connie’s Diner in Waterloo. In fact, Connie’s has become a family legacy and, for the regular patrons, a place like home where everybody knows your name. In 1989, Connie…
Continue ReadingBruce Murray has a knack for recognizing opportunity. Having lived nearly half of his life in New York City, and travelling the world extensively for work, the savvy businessman has learned a thing or two about trusting his instincts. He acquired his professional experience from the publishing…
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