RocGrowth is a grassroots, volunteer organization with 2,400 members founded in 2013.
RocGrowth Mission
Empower the New Rochester
RocGrowth aims to identify, support and build community for the new generation of leaders, as Rochester regains its rightful place among prominent progressive and prospering cities.
Showcase our communities leading innovators and entrepreneurs
RocGrowth aims to publicize motivational stories from the individuals who represent our enormous talent pool.
Instigate “creative collisions”
RocGrowth aims to break down barriers and create opportunities for interpersonal interaction, encouraging fellowship and pride in belonging to the Rochester community.
Promote social equity
RocGrowth aims for equality of race, class, gender and age in all its endeavors, recognizing the mistakes of our past have impeded our progress.
RocGrowth Mission Fulfillment
Events
RocGrowth Candids and RocGrowth Coffee are produced on alternating months. We have presentations with leading entrepreneurs and by local innovators.
We record our interviews, which you can see here:
Content
We post recordings made at the events, along with curated blogs from community members.
Micro-Grants
We make modest donations to emerging and innovative non-profits aligned with RocGrowth’s mission and give them exposure to our community.
Social Media
We have a large following on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn