Based in the New York, NY, metropolitan area, Arthur Godsell co-owns and serves as president of Godsell Construction, located in Hicksville. To augment his professional activities, Arthur Godsell maintains membership in several professional organizations, including the Long Island Association (LIA).
Doubling as the official Chamber of Commerce of Long Island, the LIA is committed to advancing business prospects and uniting the business community throughout the region. In pursuit of its mission, it engages in a wide range of advocacy, education, support, and networking initiatives.
One of the LIA’s signature events is its annual luncheon, which has a tradition of securing renowned leaders to discuss topics that are important to the organization’s membership base. In addition to providing insights into both national and international issues, speakers discuss matters that are relevant to local business interests.
Over the years, three US presidents and two US vice presidents have delivered addresses at these luncheons. Other prominent federal government officials who have spoken at the LIA luncheon range from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Federal Reserve chairman Dr. Ben Bernanke. Beyond the worlds of politics and public service, the luncheon has hosted sports legends such as Jack Nicklaus and both Peyton and Eli Manning. In 2020, All-Star baseball player and ESPN broadcaster Alex Rodriguez discussed success in sports and business.
Doubling as the official Chamber of Commerce of Long Island, the LIA is committed to advancing business prospects and uniting the business community throughout the region. In pursuit of its mission, it engages in a wide range of advocacy, education, support, and networking initiatives.
One of the LIA’s signature events is its annual luncheon, which has a tradition of securing renowned leaders to discuss topics that are important to the organization’s membership base. In addition to providing insights into both national and international issues, speakers discuss matters that are relevant to local business interests.
Over the years, three US presidents and two US vice presidents have delivered addresses at these luncheons. Other prominent federal government officials who have spoken at the LIA luncheon range from Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Federal Reserve chairman Dr. Ben Bernanke. Beyond the worlds of politics and public service, the luncheon has hosted sports legends such as Jack Nicklaus and both Peyton and Eli Manning. In 2020, All-Star baseball player and ESPN broadcaster Alex Rodriguez discussed success in sports and business.
