People find different sources of motivation for success. Gregg T. Ilicito was no different.

Some of the borough’s top business leaders pledged their commitment to the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce as the preeminent source for businesses during the Board Installation & VIP Reception Breakfast at LiGreci’s Staaten in West Brighton.

The Chamber’s Executive Board, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Board, and Foundation Board Officers for 2019 were officially sworn into office by Senior U.S. District Judge Eric N. Vitaliano.

As Eden II Programs celebrates its 25th anniversary with the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, numbers show just how things have changed. So, while autism rates have increased nationwide, the Stapleton school has been there for years helping the person with autism achieve his or her full potential.

Understanding the potential to do something unconventional and acting on that sense are two different things. And sticking with it during tough times can be another challenge.

For Danielle Reyes, it was trusting her instinct to do something different that helped pave the way towards business success.

“I’m honest to my customer. I tell it like it is. Some places try and inflate the bill, but I don’t do that,” said vice president John Constantino. “We have a great reputation. We do an excellent job on the cars.

When it comes to helping people recover from addiction, Cecelia Velez knows it doesn’t fall solely on the person struggling. She knows that the family also plays a major role.

Annamarie Gulino Gentile’s devotion to learn new things and learn about people is one of her best qualities. That key trait has also served as a big reason for her success.

The supervising attorney and partner at the Law Firm of Angiuli & Gentile, LLP in Dongan Hills knows the world is always changing and to maintain long-term success, you need to adapt.

What’s in a name? When it comes to Classic Pharmacy, that name seems like a perfect fit.

What started as a hobby in high school has turned into much more for Massimo DiDonna.

When you’re in advertising, one of the main goals is to reach a large audience.

That’s not an issue with FerryAds.com. When you’re responsible for display ads on the Staten Island Ferry and the Staten Island and Manhattan terminals, the audience is already there.

As the president of Integrated Charter Schools (ICS), Dr. Byalin carries out the mission of ICS which is “dedicated to providing innovative pathways to college that fully integrate students living with emotional challenges and others with special needs.”

The expression says if you do what you love, you’ll never work another day in your life.

That holds true for Bruce G. Behrins.

It seems helping run a full-service parking management company is not so different than running a sports franchise.

Construction projects come in all different shapes and sizes. That was on full display as 32 residential and commercial properties on Staten Island were recognized at the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce’s 57th annual Building Awards at the Richmond County Country Club.

“It’s our name over the door.”

That simple comment from broker/owner Jon Salmon certainly helps explain why Salmon Real Estate prides itself on quality customer service. It also can explain how the Castleton Corners business has been around since 1956 and is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce.

And, of course, a solid clientele mixed with old and returning customers doesn’t hurt.

The holidays can be a time when shoppers make several quick stops along their route and run into businesses for just a few minutes. With limited parking, they may have the urge to park in a designated disabled spot since they feel they won’t be shopping too long.

Assemblyman Michael Cusick wants to remind shoppers to be more considerate with those spots as the Mid-Island politician kicked off the start of his office’s 14th annual Disabled Parking Task Force public awareness campaign at the Staten Island Mall.

Nobody wants to wait when pest problems arise. Thrifty Exterminating understands and that’s why the business prides itself with prompt service.

When the holidays approach, people usually think about gatherings filled with delicious food, gifts, and festive music.

That’s exactly what type of celebration took place at the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce Holiday Carol-oke Kickoff Mixer at Millie’s Old World located in Bricktown Commons in Charleston.

Some people start a business and stay in that field for years to come.

Bob Mims took a different path.

While the first snowfall of the season may have left many residents annoyed and irritated and looking for ways to relax, it seemed only fitting the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce spent the afternoon at Relax on Cloud Nine to help kick off the holiday shopping season and promote Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24.

The day -- which is held annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving – reminds customers the impact to support their favorite small businesses and “Shop Small.”