Posts by tacrayton

Last Week in the Legislature ~ 5.14.25 It was a busy week at the Capitol, with both the House and Senate in town for legislative session. Lawmakers advanced a wide range of proposals with significant implications for Pennsylvania employers — from major changes to employment law and benefits programs to sweeping new mandates and regulatory…

Pennsylvania Primary Election is May 20 The 2025 PA Primary election is less than one week away, and this message is your friendly reminder and guide for finding resources. Primary Elections in PA In a primary election, Democrat and Republican voters select the candidates that they want to represent their parties during the November general…

Why Your Team Isn’t Getting It (Even When You Think You’re Crystal Clear) Many leaders mistake communication for clarity—assuming once it’s said, it’s understood. Misalignment often stems from inconsistent messaging, assumptions, and cultural “static.” True clarity requires shared understanding, structured communication, and leadership presence. Clear communication systems—not just repeated messages—drive alignment and trust.  615 words…

The High Cost of Early Childhood Education Chris Berleth, President The Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce At 4:45 am this morning, as I left home to head to the Capitol, with my kids still sleeping soundly (thankfully), and my wife starting to stir, no doubt at the smell of coffee. She’d be out the door…

The Senioritis Solution: Co-op Cures Columbia Montour County By: Amber Hughes, Intern of Communications and Marketing at the Chamber  As someone who participated in a Co-op program during high school, I can personally attest to the value of these experiences. Through my own Co-op placement, I gained professional skills, built connections with mentors, and acquired…

The Referral Revival: 5 Proven Ways to Get More Word-of-Mouth Without Ever Asking Wow your customers. Exceptional service sparks natural buzz. Seed the idea. Subtle cues make referrals more likely. Give to get. Reciprocity drives more introductions. Make sharing easy. Equip clients with shareable content. Recognize your champions. Public thanks reinforces behavior. 615 words ~ 3 min. read In a…

President’s Message: A Breakout Year? Elementary, My Dear Chamber One of the things I love about Sherlock Holmes is his uncanny ability to predict the future – not by some supernatural power or mystic charm, but by his acute observation of the reality around him and the deductions that he makes from careful interpretation of…

Central Columbia Students Showcase Skills at 2025 Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Challenge BLOOMSBURG, PA – The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its annual Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Challenge on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Central Columbia’s Blue Jay Academy. Designed to foster innovation, leadership, and real-world problem-solving, the…

Congress Delivers Regulatory Relief Source: US Chamber of Commerce Costly CRA-Eligible Regulations Should be Repealed With the unprecedented cost of regulations during President Biden’s Administration—$1.8 trillion in total—many of which occurred toward the end of the previous Administration, there remain dozens of CRA-eligible regulations that could be repealed. In particular, the  US Chamber is focused…