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Recap: May Business After Hours
Recap: May Business After Hours Apollo Point was the center of the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce’s May 17th evening. A crowd of over 60 people got to take in live music, wine by Neighbor Lady Vino, food by Craft Catering. Tours ran continuously around the property highlighting new spaces. A space many guests got…
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State Election Recap Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry Last Tuesday was Primary Election Day in Pennsylvania, and millions of voters cast their ballots to help shape the future direction of our Commonwealth. Here is a summary of the major state contests in this year’s election. Pennsylvania Supreme Court Judge Carolyn Carluccio (R-Montgomery) prevailed with…
Read MoreManaging the Internal Audit Function
Managing the Internal Audit Function Source: Mckonly & Asbury In our previous article that explored the domains of the IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS), we focused on Domain III which outlines the role of the Board (or the organizations equivalent senior management) in the Internal Audit (IA) function. In this article, we will discuss Domain…
Read MoreMember Highlight -Marker Development Group
Member Highlight -Marker Development Group We are pleased to showcase Marker Development Group who joined the Chamber in March of 2023. Take your business to the next level and grow your C-Suite Level Contacts. Whether your needs are hosted VOIP migration, security, asset tracking, safety surrounding your business or the latest technology in Body Worn…
Read MoreMember News – May 17, 2023
Member News – May 17, 2023 Press Enterprise to hold “Best of the Best” Contest Nominations for the Press Enterprise’s “Best of the Best” contest opens on May 25th. This contest is a community-voted contest recognizing exceptional local businesses. For more information on this contest reach out to the Press Enterprise at ana.rodriguez@pressenterprise.net. 2023 Covered…
Read MoreAccess Local Election Results
Access Local Election Results Last week, the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce had the privilege to offer the community a glimpse into the candidates vying to serve as County Commissioners in Columbia County through our candidate forum. With the primary election concluded, we look forward to the general election, where we hope to play a…
Read MoreLeverage Small Business Resources Year-Round
Leverage Small Business Resources Year-Round Sources: US Chamber of Commerce, Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce Many organizations provide support and online tools for small business owners and employees. Take advantage of these free resources during Small Business Month and throughout the year. Trying to keep costs down? There are plenty of free business resources…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Insurer for Your Benefit Plans
How to Choose the Right Insurer for Your Benefit Plans Source: MyBenefit Advisor Author: Renay Gontis Offering the right mix of benefits to employees is a daunting task for almost any company. Yet most business owners understand the importance and value a strong employee benefit portfolio has on their company’s growth and overall success. But…
Read MoreSpring Management & Leadership Cohort Graduates
Spring Management & Leadership Cohort Graduates Employers in Columbia and Montour Counties who are seeking professional development opportunities for their employees are often pleasantly surprised to learn about the plethora of training opportunities available in our region. Whether it’s small business owners looking for guidance from the Small Business Development Centers, or c-suite professionals looking…
Read MoreRecap: Chamber Hosts Candidate Forum
Recap: Chamber Hosts Candidate Forum The Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the release of the full recording of the May 9, 2023 Candidate Forum, featuring eight of the nine Republican candidates seeking the office of Columbia County Commissioner. The election will take place on May 16. Originally livestreamed via the Chamber’s…
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