ALBANY — ADNET Technologies (ADNET), a managed IT services, cloud, and cybersecurity provider with offices in Rocky Hill, Connecticut and Albany, New York, announced it has acquired Tech II Business Services (Tech II), a Saratoga Springs-based managed IT firm. This strategic partnership brings together two teams of IT professionals to create a premier regional technology services company that combines national capabilities with a human-centered approach.

 By joining forces, ADNET and Tech II will accelerate the combined company’s growth in New York’s Capital Region and across the Northeast, while also creating opportunities for their employees and clients.

 “Our decision to bring Tech II into ADNET Technologies was inspired by the strength of Tech II’s talented team of technologists, technical staff and administrative support members,” said Christopher Luise, CEO of ADNET Technologies. “Attracting, developing and retaining technology talent is the lifeblood of managed IT services providers — enabling innovation, accelerating our growth and ensuring outstanding customer service. With this acquisition, we gain access to new talent and resources that will enable us to serve our current and future clients even better in the Capital Region and beyond.”

ADNET will retain all Tech II employees and will continue to actively recruit additional technology professionals, as it ramps up local growth efforts. Tech II CEO Daniel Bardin will join ADNET as General Manager, allowing him to bring expanded solutions to clients and grow the firm’s regional operations alongside current ADNET General Managers Ronald Gibson and Erin Peterson, Vice President Lynette Maffei and CEO Christopher Luise.

“We’re excited to unite the ADNET and Tech II teams. Together, we’ll bring national capabilities and local market understanding to help our clients implement technology solutions that drive business outcomes,” Bardin said. “Tech II’s clients will continue to be served by the same outstanding IT professionals while securing access to ADNET’s extensive network of resources and partners. Joining ADNET also provides our team with access to new pathways to opportunities for professional development and growth. The potential is immense for us as we bridge together our two firms.”

“This acquisition deepens ADNET’s investment into the Capital Region, a market we see as full of opportunity and talent,” Luise said. “We’re confident that doubling-down on our investment here will continue to drive our growth locally and across the northeast.”

SARATOGA SPRINGS — B&B Plumbing and Heating celebrated a major milestone on Thursday, marking 25 years of business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.

B&B is a locally-owned plumbing, heating, and cooling company based in Saratoga Springs. Co-owner B.J. Kozlowski emphasized the company’s local roots, saying it is meaningful to be recognized by the community. 

“The whole start of B&B was that a local company could serve a local town,” said Kozlowski. “I think we’re doing that, and it’s being reflected in the people that showed up today.”

Saratoga Springs Commi-ssioner of Finance Minita Sangvhi was in attendance, along with Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce vice president of communications Richard Snyder, and representatives from the offices of Senator Jim Tedisco and Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner.

Members of the Bill Benton Foundation were also on hand. Benton was one of the founders of B&B, and passed away in 2021. The Bill Benton Foundation is a non-profit group founded in his memory to help individuals in the trades with things such as tuition, tools, certifications, and licenses, according to their website.

Sangvhi spoke, introducing a proclamation from the city declaring May 18 to be ‘B&B Plumbing Day.’

“You’ve got a phenomenal crew, and you guys have been doing incredible work,” said Sanghvi. “This is really the key of our community, the small businesses, quality service that keeps our city and our community running and humming along. So we appreciate all that you guys do here.”

B&B was founded in 1998 by Sonny Bonacio and Benton. Kozlowski joined the company in 2012, and today is a co-owner with Bonacio.

“This means a lot to me, a lot to Sonny, a lot to all of our employees,” said Kozlowski. “We’ve strived really hard to get here. … We’ve gone through some heartbreak in the past few years, but our goal is to hang in strong, and I think we’re doing that pretty well. This is a big milestone for us.”

Kozlowski said he began working in the industry at age 16, and his experience since has “gone beyond what I could ever imagine.”

“Joining a partnership with Sonny and Billy was just an incredible opportunity,” said Kozlowski. “This is all I’ve ever done, this is all I ever want to do. I love what I do everyday. That’s what’s going to help keep us here, I think.”

B&B Plumbing is located at 25 Station Avenue, Unit A in Saratoga Springs.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Local business Indulgence Bakery celebrated the opening of its first storefront location this week at a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce. 

Indulgence Bakery offers cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more, baking indulgent treats for life’s sweetest moments. 

“I’ve just always loved creating desserts and I love creating custom desserts and pretty things for everyone’s celebrations,” said Alex Gaertner, the owner and creator of Indulgence Bakery.

Gaertner originally started the business in 2020, and it has been growing ever since. Earlier this year, the bakery moved into 63 Putnam St. Rear in downtown Saratoga Springs and opened its space to the public. 

“Now we have this brick and mortar store and people can come in and get some treats, in addition to all of the events that we still bake for and love to do,” Gaertner said.

The recent ribbon cutting celebration was a big moment for the local entrepreneur. 

“I’ve been dreaming about this moment since before I can remember,” she said during the ceremony. “It’s surreal and it’s amazing.”

Indulgence Bakery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, as well as by appointment or pre-order only on Tuesday and Wednesday.

For more information, visit www.bitesofindulgence.com.

ALBANY — Berkshire Bank has announced that Greg Saint John, an experienced credit officer and banking industry veteran, was promoted to senior vice president, deputy chief credit officer and commercial credit director. He will report directly to Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer Philip Jurgeleit.

“I’m pleased to welcome Greg to the Credit leadership team with his expanded responsibilities as deputy chief credit officer,” stated Jurgeleit. “Greg’s vast experience, knowledge of Berkshire Bank, its customers and communities will help strengthen Berkshire as it continues on its path toward becoming a high-performing, leading, socially responsible community bank.”

“As a Berkshire Banker since 2010, I am looking forward to utilizing my broad background to continue to elevate Berkshire’s strong culture of credit risk management while enhancing relationships with all our stakeholders,” stated Saint John.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A long-empty restaurant in Saratoga Springs may soon be the site of a new Chipotle Mexican Grill.

Site plans have been submitted for 12 Ballston Ave, former home of the Starting Gate Bar and Grill, which has been vacant since 2015 according to submitted plans. The plans would see the removal of the current structure, to be replaced with a 2,343-square foot building to house Chipotle.

The plans were proposed in April by applicant CollabDev 2, LLC, based in Boston, Massachusetts. Frank Parillo of Saratoga Prime Properties is the owner of the property, according to plans filed with the City of Saratoga Springs Planning Board. 

The sketch plans for the project were submitted by Solli Engineering, based in Monroe, Connecticut. Phinney Design Group is also involved in the process, according to the submitted plans.

The 2,343-square foot restaurant would include an outdoor patio area and walk-up mobile pickup window, and would also include improvements to drainage, landscaping, and utilities.

The property is accessed from Ballston Ave and Hamilton St, and would contain 23 parking spaces, including one ADA-accessible space and three spaces designated for order pickup.

The plans also propose a public easement of 3,134 square feet of land on the neighboring property, 32 Ballston Ave, the location of Saratoga Strike Zone. The easement would be perpetual, and used to “provide the area necessary to comply with the City’s parking regulations,” and to provide room for “safe egress” onto Ballston Ave and Hamilton St, the plans say.

The applicants are currently seeking permits from the city, Parillo said.

ALBANY — Berkshire Bank has announced Andrew Webb has joined Berkshire’s Private Banking team as senior vice president (SVP). He will serve the greater Capital Region and surrounding areas in New York to provide flexible solutions, expert advice, and swift, concierge-level personal attention.

Webb’s work with the Private Banking team will further support Berkshire’s ongoing commitment to clients and provide relationship management to high net worth and ultra-high net worth individuals.

For more information visit www.berkshirebank.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Roohan Realty has announced that Jordan Golisano-VanNeil has joined the team as a Marketing Assistant. She will be creating and sharing content on social media, as well as writing blog posts.

Jordan was born and raised in Rochester and graduated from Siena College in 2023 with a degree in Marketing and Communications. She discovered her love for marketing when she was in high school and is now proud to be starting her career at Roohan Realty. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company has welcomed Alina Serradimigni as Vice President and Branch Manager of the Saratoga Main Office.

Serradimigni will oversee daily operations, provide quality customer service and develop banking relationships to help individuals and businesses reach their financial goals. She brings more than 10 years of banking experience to the position.

The Republic of Moldova native attended Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in banking and finance. 

Serradimigni currently lives in Glens Falls and is an active member in her community. She serves as Vice President of St. George Orthodox Church and Treasurer of Adirondack Greek Festival Committee.

WILTON — Trojanski Builders, a custom home construction company based in Saratoga Springs, has begun work on a new neighborhood of high-end homes in Wilton called Grande Highlands.

The neighborhood is located off Edie Road and will feature custom homes, with owner Dave Trojanski saying houses are built to meet the needs of the homeowners. Trojanski Builders has also developed a similar neighborhood, Rose Terrace, located a short drive away off Louden Road.

“It’s a custom development, so all the homes are custom,” said Trojanski. “We basically meet with each homeowner and design the house to meet their needs. It’s all done on an individual basis.”

Trojanski said the neighborhood will consist of 38 custom homes, each with lots of roughly one acre. He said prices will start around $800,000. 

“We’re actually building one in there, and we’ve applied for two more permits,” Trojanski said. “I think we have seven contracts in there right now.”

Grande Highlands is located in the Town of Wilton and the Wilton tax base, and receives water from the town. The neighborhood is located in the Saratoga Springs City School District and comes with Saratoga Springs addresses.

“It’s Wilton tax base for the town, which is a big plus,” said Trojanski. “And Saratoga schools. That definitely sparks interest.”

Trojanski Builders is a family-owned company, with Trojanski saying he works alongside his wife, Sarah, who is the head of sales for the company’s developments, and nephew Josh Thomas. 

Trojanski said he expects the neighborhood will take roughly five years to build out, and said sale prices for the neighborhood so far have ranged between $800,000 and $1.6 million. 

Although he noted that the construction process has been slowed due to labor shortages and increased cost of materials, Trojanski said business has been “steady” for the company.

“We haven’t really seen a downturn,” said Trojanski. “Our intention, in a couple of months, is to have an open house there. … We’re pretty happy with the way it is.”