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New Report: Employing and Engaging Families with Young Children

New Report: Employing and Engaging Families with Young Children The Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission (PA ELIC) and the PA Chamber of Business & Industry have once again teamed up to collect information on the impact of childcare issues on Pennsylvania businesses and its workforce, and to release the new report: Employing and Engaging Families…

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State Chamber Release Legislative Agenda, Statement on Governor’s Budget Address

State Chamber Release Legislative Agenda, Statement on Governor’s Budget Address Harrisburg – Last week, the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business & Industry released its 2024 Legislative Agenda, highlighting policy recommendations to improve the Commonwealth’s competitiveness and economic strength.  The PA Chamber has taken positions on responsible state spending, taxes, healthcare, energy and the environment, civil justice,…

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Chamber Foundation Seeks Director

Chamber Foundation Seeks Director The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce has begun the search for its newest Director.  A full job description may be found below.  To apply, please visit our Indeed job posting or submit your cover letter and resume: Attention: President Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce 160 W. 6th St.,…

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Candidates Nominated for Chamber Board for 2024-2025

Candidates Nominated for Chamber Board for 2024-2025 February 1, 2024 The Chamber’s Nominating Committee, comprised of Denise Stone, Chair, Chris Stamatedes, Jeff Whitenight, and Chris Hill, recommend the below slate of candidates to serve on the Board of Directors beginning April 1, 2024. Members will vote on nominations at the Annual Meeting, sponsored by PPL…

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Costumes, TV Specials, and the Chamber Code of Conduct

Costumes, TV Specials, and the Chamber Code of Conduct A holiday message from Chris Berleth, President, Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce   “…and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” Costumes Homemade Charlie Brown costumes never looked so good as the Berleth clan pulled off this Halloween. The Berleth family Halloween costumes were inspired by the…

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5 Biggest Challenges Small Businesses Face Right Now

5 Biggest Challenges Small Businesses Face Right Now Source: CO- (a publication of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce) As small business owners take stock of their performance metrics and look forward to the year ahead, many are feeling more optimistic than in the past. The most recent MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business…

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5 Content Marketing Strategies for Small Business Owners

5 Content Marketing Strategies for Small Business Owners Summary Small businesses can benefit from content marketing as a way to attract and engage customers. Define your ideal customer’s needs, motivations, and behavior patterns to tailor content. Create content that provides solutions to problems and helps achieve goals. Incorporate a call-to-action into your content, such as…

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Governor announces “money-back guarantee” for permitting, licensing, and certifications

Governor announces “money-back guarantee” for permitting, licensing, and certifications As the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce continues to advocate for permitting reform, we are pleased to share this recent update: Last week, Governor Josh Shapiro announced a new system launched by his administration that would offer increased accountability and transparency for the state’s permitting, licensing,…

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PA Chamber Issues Statement as Commonwealth Court Overturns RGGI

PA Chamber Issues Statement as Commonwealth Court Overturns RGGI November 2, 2023 Source: PA Chamber of Business & Industry HARRISBURG – Luke Bernstein, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s Commonwealth Court decision that found former Gov. Tom Wolf’s attempt to enter Pennsylvania into…

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Election 2023: Commissioner Candidates Share Vision for County Leadership

Election 2023: Commissioner Candidates Share Vision for County Leadership As we prepare for the 2023 general election, The Columbia Montour Chamber is pleased to facilitate conversations with candidates for key political offices. Montour County Commissioner Candidate Forum On October 25, the Chamber hosted the candidates for Montour County Commissioner at the Montour Preserve, for a…

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