What is GBEOP?

The Greater Binghamton Education Outreach Program (GBEOP) is a non- profit affiliate organization of the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce.

GBEOP's mission is to build bridges between schools, businesses and leaders within the Greater Binghamton community to promote technical and professional career development for current and future workforce participants. JA is one of GBEOP's three main programs.

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GBEOP's goal is to help create a "talent pipeline" in our community through a business - education partnership. GBEOP programs include The Broome Leadership Institute, Junior Achievement and Building Bridges.

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Junior Achievement

Junior Achievement

While meeting New York State learning standards, JA programs prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. JA programs focus on entrepreneurship, work readiness and financial literacy.

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Building Bridges

Building Bridges

Building Bridges initially partnered with SUNY Broome Community College and Broome - Tioga BOCES so that educators could tour area businesses and learn more about their employment needs/workplace trends.

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Latest News From GBEOP

24Jan
2020

GBEOP Holds first SPARK event

The Greater Binghamton Education Outreach Program, SUNY Broome Community College, Broome-Tioga BOCES, Broome-Tioga Workforce, Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce and The Agency are thrilled to ... (Continue Reading)

  • GBEOP uses JA to teach business concepts to students in grades K-12. GBEOP allows hundreds of local students each year to better understand the practical applications of their education. This also means thousands of graduating seniors each year have gained first hand business knowledge before they enter the workforce. GBEOP and JA bring business and education together to build a better future for our community. 

    Dave Culbertson
    Dave Culbertson,President & CEO National Pipe & Plastics, Inc.

  • If we are going to thrive as a community, it’s important that we develop the talent we have locally.  GBEOP plays an integral role in making this happen – being the conduit that connects schools and business.

    Timothy R. Strong
    Timothy R. Strong,Community Development Manager Visions Federal Credit Union

  • The STEAM Pathways event provides a timely opportunity for middle and high school students and their parents to explore opportunities in STEAM careers. However, it goes one step further, by helping these families clearly understand the educational pathways to attaining these meaningful careers, as well as supports and assistance available to them.

    Suzanne E. McLeod, Ed.D.
    Suzanne E. McLeod, Ed.D.,Superintendent of Schools Union Endicott Central School District
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