Goshen, N.Y. – Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus released the following statement on Tuesday upon learning that Dr. John D’Ambrosio, the former President and CEO of the Orange County Chamber of Commerce, has passed away.

“John was a longtime friend and a tremendous asset to the small business community in Orange County,” Neuhaus said. “John proudly developed the Orange County Chamber of Commerce into a successful organization that is widely respected by its peers and members. I am deeply saddened by his passing and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.”

For more information, contact Justin Rodriguez, Assistant to the County Executive for Communications and Media Relations at 845.291.3255 or jrodriguez@orangecountygov.com.

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