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Bipartisan PA Competitiveness Caucus Launched to Boost State’s Economy Source: PA Chamber for Business and Industry In an encouraging show of bipartisan cooperation, Pennsylvania lawmakers last week announced the formation of the Pennsylvania Competitiveness Caucus, a bipartisan, bicameral group focused on strengthening the Commonwealth’s economic competitiveness. The caucus aims to pursue public policy that will…

AI for Small Businesses: Practical Steps to Boost Efficiency and Customer Engagement AI tools are revolutionizing small businesses by boosting efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and enhancing customer engagement. Start by identifying bottlenecks in operations or customer experience, then explore AI tools tailored to your needs. Begin small with solutions like chatbots for customer support or…

Empowering First-Time Leaders: 5 Steps to Build Confidence and Success Clarity is Key: Establish clear goals, roles, and expectations to align the team, reduce ambiguity, and create accountability. Regular check-ins help maintain focus and celebrate progress. Earn Trust: Build trust by being authentic, transparent, and reliable. Actively listen, follow through on commitments, and show your…

Creating Value in Employee Benefits In recent years, it has become apparent that the traditional principles pertaining to “value” in workplace benefits have changed. The reality that many employers have begun to embrace is twofold: Employees are not just workers, but real people, and A person’s job is a component of their life, not separate…

Why Outsourcing Strengthens Small Businesses and Communities Boosts Business Growth: Outsourcing non-core tasks lets small businesses focus on strengths, cut costs, and scale efficiently. Strengthens Communities: Partnering with local providers supports small businesses, creates jobs, and fosters innovation. Smart Strategy: Delegating specialized services drives business performance and fuels local economic resilience—everyone wins. 585 words ~…

New Member Highlight – Eos Therapeutic Riding Center Eos Therapeutic Riding Center in Bloomsburg, PA, is a transformative facility dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with special needs through therapeutic horseback riding. Founded on the belief that the bond between humans and animals can provide healing and empowerment, Eos offers a range of equine-assisted…

As the saying goes, “What’s old is new again.” As your Chamber team traversed Columbia and Montour Counties in 2024, we had the wonderful opportunity to learn what resources are well-used and loved by our community. One in particular caught us by surprise – not because we thought less of it, but because as frequent…