The following are progress reports from businesses and nonprofits headquartered in the North Country — highlighting their 2013 accomplishments, 2014 plans, and some key statistics. The progress reports are based on forms the organizations completed and submitted. These North Country reports were also part of the broader Progress Edition, covering our entire 16-county area, published […]
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The following are progress reports from businesses and nonprofits headquartered in the North Country — highlighting their 2013 accomplishments, 2014 plans, and some key statistics. The progress reports are based on forms the organizations completed and submitted. These North Country reports were also part of the broader Progress Edition, covering our entire 16-county area, published in the Jan. 24 issue of The Central New York Business Journal.
ATLANTIC TESTING LABORATORIES, LIMITED
6431 U.S. Highway 11
Canton, NY 13617
Website: AtlanticTesting.com
Services: Subsurface investigations, water-based investigations, geotechnical engineering, construction materials engineering and testing, special investigation services, pavement engineering, non-destructive testing, and environmental services
Geographic Area Served: Serving the northeastern U.S. from 10 service offices located in Albany, Binghamton, Canton (HQ), Elmira, Plattsburgh, Poughkeepsie, Rochester, Syracuse, Utica, and Watertown.
BERNIER, CARR & ASSOCIATES
327 Mullin St.
Watertown, NY 13601
Website: thebcgroup.com
Services: Architecture, engineering, construction management, and land surveying
Total CNY Employees: 86
Top Executive: Rick W. Tague, president
Geographic Area Served: New York state
2013 Corporate Highlights: Bernier, Carr & Associates opened an office in Ithaca to serve Central and Southern New York state clients.
2014 Corporate Plans/Outlook: Bernier, Carr & Associates will continue to grow in the health-care, government, and higher-education markets.
CREDO COMMUNITY CENTER FOR THE TREATMENT OF ADDICTIONS
595 W. Main St.
Watertown, NY 13601
Website: credocommunitycenter.com
Services: Credo offers a full continuum of residential and outpatient counseling services for the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse addictions.
Total CNY Employees: 103
Top Executive: Jim Scordo, executive director
2013 Annual Revenue: $4.7 million
2014 Projected Revenue: $5.3 million
Geographic Area Served: New York state, with focus on the North Country
2013 Corporate Highlights: Expanded outpatient services into Lewis County
2014 Corporate Plans/Outlook: Looking at the potential to offer mental-health services
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE NORTH COUNTRY
317 Washington St.
Watertown, NY 13601
Website: danc.org
Services: Water/wastewater infrastructure; regional landfill operator; 1,500+ mile open-access telecom network; housing and business-loan programs
Total CNY Employees: 66
Top Executive: James W. Wright
Geographic Area Served: Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties
THE HOPS SPOT
214 Main St.
Sackets Harbor, NY 13685
Website: www.TheHopsSpot.com
Products/Services: A beer bar with a locally sourced pub menu (highlight: Black River Cattle Co. burgers)
Total Employees: 6 employees year-round, 25 seasonal
Top Executives: Ryan Chaif, Cheryl Chaif, Mark Crandall
2013 Annual Revenue: $350,000
2014 Projected Revenue: $450,000
Geographic Area Served: Jefferson County
2013 Corporate Highlights: Grew 30 percent over the previous year
NEW YORK AIR BRAKE CORPORATION (NYAB)
748 Starbuck Ave.
Watertown, NY 13601
Website: nyab.com
Products/Services: NYAB is a supplier of innovative train-control systems for the railroad industry. The company is recognized by its customers for outstanding service and value, and for the high quality and reliability of its products.
Total CNY Employees: 450
Top Executive: Michael J. Hawthorne
2013 Annual Revenue: $290 million
2014 Projected Revenue: $285 million
Geographic Area Served: Worldwide
SKEWED BREWING
Salmon Run Mall Loop Road
Sackets Harbor, NY 13685
Website: www.SkewedBrewing.com
Products: Brewery and restaurant
Total Employees: 30
Top Executives: Co-owners: Ryan Chaif , Cheryl Cring Chaif, and Mark Crandall
2013 Annual Revenue: $360,000 (in just 3 months)
2014 Projected Revenue: $1.5 million
Geographic Area Served: Jefferson County
2013 Corporate Highlights: Opened in October.
2014 Corporate Plans / Outlook: Skewed will begin on-premise brewing in January 2014.
SLACK CHEMICAL, INC.
465 S. Clinton St.
Carthage, NY 13619
Website: slackchem.com
Services: Chemical warehousing, blending, and distribution
Total CNY Employees: 100
Top Executive: Robert R. Sturtz, president
Geographic Area Served: New York, New England, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, W. Virginia, Maryland, Ohio
2013 Corporate Highlights: Construction of a new facility in Saratoga Springs; addition to Castorland facility, additional fleet vehicles.
2014 Corporate Plans/Outlook: Continued growth and expansion, business outlook looks good.
ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY
23 Romoda Drive
Canton, NY 13617
Website: stlawu.edu
Services: Higher education
Total CNY Employees: 701
Top Executive: William L. Fox, president
Geographic Area Served: New York State, New England, U.S., Canada, International
ST. REGIS NURSING HOME, INC.
89 Grove St.
Massena, NY 13662
Website: stregisnh.com
Services: Skilled nursing facility with respite and strong rehab component
Total CNY Employees: 200
Top Executive: John M. Bogosian, CEO
2013 Annual Revenue: $11 million
2014 Projected Revenue: $11.2 million
Geographic Area Served: St. Lawrence and Franklin counties
THE SUCCESSION PARTNERS, LLC
PO Box 504
Clayton, NY 13624
Website: www.thesuccessionpartners.com
Services: Works with owners to develop transition and succession plans and then assist in implementing those plans.
Top Executives: Paul Luck and Kurt Finkbeiner
Geographic Area Served: Central and Northern New York
2013 Corporate Highlights: Succession planning assesses options, clarifies goals, and ensures control and business continuity at an anticipated future event. It also helps avoid the issues an unplanned event usually presents. Done well, the process increases current earnings potential and multiplies future value providing tangible return on investment as well as peace of mind.
2014 Corporate Plans/Outlook: Building lasting value for clients’ business, family, and the community.
