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[By Wendy Post]<\/p>\n

On Thursday, March 12, the Tioga County Chamber of Commerce recognized Best Western Owego Inn and Hampton Inn Owego as the featured businesses for the March 2026 Business Spotlight. The reason for the spotlight, according to Tioga Chamber CEO and President Sabrina Henriques, is to recognize the business for its continued contributions to the region\u2019s hospitality industry and economic growth. <\/span><\/p>\n

According to Henriques, Chris Patel, owner and general manager, played a key role in strengthening the local landscape. Specifically, Henriques stated, was the work he did to bring Aldi and Taco Bell to the region. <\/span><\/p>\n

Patel noted that he approached Aldi a few years ago and then reached out to Taco Bell.<\/p>\n

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Pictured, from left, during a March 12 Business Spotlight event are Brian Perkins, business relationship advisor for Visions Federal Credit Union, the sponsor of the Business Spotlight; Chris Patel, owner and general manager of Owego\u2019s Best Western and Hampton Inn; and Tioga Chamber CEO and President Sabrina Henriques. (Photo by Wendy Post)<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cIt took two years to bring Aldi in,\u201d he said of the former Treadway Conference Center property, and added, \u201cI had a couple back out, but I stayed connected to it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Regarding hospitality, Henriques views Patel as a leader in this field.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe hospitality industry plays a vital role in supporting tourism, business travel, and local events,\u201d said Henriques, adding, \u201cChris Patel\u2019s investment in our community goes far beyond his hotels; his vision and willingness to reinvest in Owego have helped bring new opportunities and amenities that benefit residents and visitors alike.\u201d<\/p>\n

During the March 12 Spotlight recognition, the Chamber was also joined by Brian Perkins, business relationship advisor for Visions Federal Credit Union, the sponsor for the Business Spotlight feature provided through the chamber.<\/p>\n

As a chamber member for ten years, the visions representative noted that these are \u201cfeel good\u201d events.<\/p>\n

\u201cVisions is all about the communities we serve,\u201d said Perkins.<\/p>\n

Henriques couldn\u2019t agree more. \u201cIt is the support from Visions that makes this happen,\u201d she said of the Business Spotlight recognition and event.<\/p>\n

To learn more about chamber events and activities, you can visit them online at www.tiogachamber.com<\/a> or call (607) 687-7335.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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