Governor Cuomo Announces Hickey Freeman Tailored Clothings To Add Up To 80 Jobs at Historic Rochester Locations
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that the parent company of world-renowned clothier Hickey Freeman, Luxury Men’s Apparel Group, has committed to creating up to 80 new jobs over the next three years. By stabilizing operations and improving efficiencies at the historic factory in the City of Rochester, the company will not only create new jobs, but also retain its current 420 positions to further supporting anti-poverty efforts in Monroe County. Gary Bonadonna Jr., Manager of the Rochester Regional Joint Board, Workers United said, “I applaud ESD for supporting Hickey Freeman. This is not just another factory, and this is not just another job. This is an iconic business with a strong labor union representing its employees. Our Union and Hickey Freeman have 100+ years of history and is the finest example of a true labor-management partnership. This support will help to ensure the job security of 400 union members and adding more in the near future. Hickey Freeman workers have committed their lives to this factory and take tremendous pride in their craft and making the best men’s suits in the country. This is an incredible day for Workers United and Hickey Freeman.” For more information about Hickey Freeman, go to: https://www.governor.ny.gov/…/governor-cuomo-announces-hick…
Radisson Corning Ranked by U.S. News and World Report
U.S. News and World Report just released their annual list of Best Hotels Rankings and one of our own was named among the country’s best! The Radisson Hotel in Corning was awarded a Silver Badge and is only one of three Radisson Hotels to make the list. The award is determined by looking at the opinion of published travel experts and the overall customer satisfaction reviews. More specifically, they looked at awards and recognition, hotel class, and guest ratings. Sue Fowler, president of Local 193 and server in the hotel restaurant says, “This is humbling and overwhelming! We do what we do and always have. It’s an honor to be recognized for our dedication to our customers. We’ve worked hard to build a quality union environment that creates an atmosphere that reflects positively for all!” Business Agent, Erin Young, says, “The members are thrilled to achieve this tremendous award for their hard work. It is not surprising to me, as they truly deserve this recognition! The union and the company have spent many years working collaboratively on a work environment that truly gives back to the members as employees which, in turn, translates to the service that the guests benefit from. So proud of this amazing group of talented and hard-working people!!” Congratulations to all the members of Radisson Corning for their well-deserved recognition!