Kevin Oklobzija

Rochester

Reporter at Rochester Business Journal

You'll never be old and wise if you're never young and crazy. Journalistic free agent. Will often be a rink or ball yard, just not for D&C Digital anymore.

Articles

Laval just too good for Amerks yet again

1 week ago | pickinsplinters.com | Kevin Oklobzija

By KEVIN OKLOBZIJAThis was the one last big showdown before the Calder Cup playoffs begin, a chance for the Rochester Americans to make a statement against the team with the best record in the American Hockey League. “This is why you play hockey,” Amerks forward Graham Slaggert said. “You want to play best on best.”The Laval Rocket, however, showed why they’re No. 1 in the North Division and the AHL.
Miller time for Amerks Hall of Fame; 'I love you Rochester'

1 week ago | pickinsplinters.com | Kevin Oklobzija

By KEVIN OKLOBZIJAThe career accolades are seemingly endless for Ryan Miller. Vezina Trophy winner in 2010. First-team NHL All-Star in 2010. Second winningest American-born goalie in NHL history. Olympic silver medalist in 2010. Olympic MVP the same year. Hobey Baker Award winner as college hockey’s best player in 2001. Buffalo Sabres Hall of Fame in 2023. Sabres sweater No. 30 retired in 2023.
Texas-based real estate group sells another Chili Ave. property

1 week ago | rbj.net | Kevin Oklobzija

A Dallas-based real estate investment firm has sold the last property from a three-parcel package in the town of Gates that it obtained just 17 months ago. Tabani Group, through T Westgate Plaza NY, LLC, transferred ownership of the retail plaza at 2000-2042 Chili Ave. for somewhere in the neighborhood of $5 million. The plaza is anchored by Ross Dress for Less and Citizens Bank.
LaBella, Erdman Anthony and Popli honored for engineering excellence

2 weeks ago | rbj.net | Kevin Oklobzija

Three Rochester-area multidisciplinary firms were recognized for their work by the American Council of Engineering Companies’ annual Engineering Excellence Awards, including platinum wins for LaBella Associates and Erdman Anthony. LaBella was recognized with the platinum award for work on the State Street Reconstruction project in the city of Rochester.
Adaptive reuse very much a part of the LeChase Construction skillset

2 weeks ago | rbj.net | Kevin Oklobzija

The portfolio of projects completed by LeChase Construction Services, LLC, over the years looks very much like a “What’s What” of the best work in the building industry. From the Karsh Alumni & Visitors Center at Duke University and the Global Cybersecurity Institute at Rochester Institute of Technology to The Strong National Museum of Play in downtown Rochester and Legoland in Goshen, the company’s skillset and craftsmanship are evident in every detail.
Ruston Paving is now employee-owned

2 weeks ago | rbj.net | Kevin Oklobzija

Ruston Paving, family owned for more than 80 years, has transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The transfer to an employee-owned operation means greater accountability, enhanced customer service and long-term stability as well as a secure financial future for employees, the company said.
Even Levi can't save the Amerks in loss to Belleville

2 weeks ago | 13wham.com | Kevin Oklobzija

Rochester, N.Y. — On Monday, a day after Alexander Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record, Budweiser Canada arranged special delivery of a commemorative Bud Zero can to Rochester Americans goalie Devon Levi. The 1 of 1 can, which emphasized the Zero in the brand name, paid tribute to the 28 goalies that have played against Alexander Ovechkin and never allowed a goal.
Even Levi can't save the Amerks in loss to Belleville

2 weeks ago | pickinsplinters.com | Kevin Oklobzija

By KEVIN OKLOBZIJAOn Monday, a day after Alexander Ovechkin broke Wayne Gretzky’s all-time NHL goals record, Budweiser Canada arranged special delivery of a commemorative Bud Zero can to Rochester Americans goalie Devon Levi. The 1 of 1 can, which emphasized the Zero in the brand name, paid tribute to the 28 goalies that have played against Alexander Ovechkin and never allowed a goal.
Retirement announcement ends the Wayne Wilson era at RIT

2 weeks ago | pickinsplinters.com | Kevin Oklobzija

By KEVIN OKLOBZIJAThe hockey version of Wayne’s World at Rochester Institute of Technology has officially come to an end. Wayne Wilson, whose name has been synonymous with RIT hockey for a quarter century, today announced his retirement as the Tigers head coach. Wilson, 63, is the only coach in NCAA hockey history to have been named Coach of the Year in Division I (2010) and Division III (2001).
Schuler-Haas, Cazbah named BBB Torch Award winners

2 weeks ago | rbj.net | Kevin Oklobzija

Schuler-Haas Electric Corp. and internet marketing firm Cazbah have been named Torch Award winners by the Best Business Bureau of Upstate NY. Schuler-Haas, headquartered on Commerce Drive in Henrietta, was honored for attaining BBB standards in the corporate/for-profit category. Cazbah, located off Square Drive in Victor, was the winner in the medium/for-profit category. The Torch Awards recognize companies that promote trust and ethics in the marketplace.