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Energy procurement in a volatile market: How Leaders Can Stay Ahead of Capacity-driven Risk Source: World Kinect   Introduction A regional manufacturing COO walked into budgeting season feeling confident. Her team had locked in supply, her finance partners expected manageable cost curves, and her operations plan was stable. But within weeks, everything changed. Capacity prices…

The Benefits of Joining Your Local Chamber of Commerce Source: US Chamber of Commerce by Jamie Johnson  If you’re looking for new business opportunities, have you considered joining your local chamber of commerce? Let’s look at how joining a chamber of commerce can benefit your business and how to maximize your membership investment. The benefits of joining…

The True Cost of Healthcare: It’s More Than Premiums Source: My Benefit Advisor When employers evaluate their health benefits, the conversation almost always starts, and ends, with premiums. While those costs are highly visible, they represent only a portion of the true financial impact. The bigger, less obvious costs often go unmanaged. Healthcare doesn’t just…

Why Serving Your Community Can Grow Your Business  SUMMARY Engaging in community service builds a positive reputation, encourages staff retention and loyalty, and amplifies core values. Serving your community may help you hire and retain employees who are a better culture fit—younger generations of jobseekers want to find fulfillment in their work.  When picking partners…

Understanding the US energy mix: An introduction for small and medium-sized business owners Source: World Kinect Navigating the complexities of the US energy market can be daunting for small business owners. However, a clear grasp of the nation’s energy mix and the balance between renewable and non-renewable sources can empower you to make informed decisions,…

Live Well, Work Well Source: Swift Kennedy Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma May is Mental Health Month, a national health observance dedicated to shedding light on mental health conditions and fostering understanding and support for those experiencing them. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), more than 1 in 5 adults experience mental…

Last Week In The Legislature- May 6th, 2026 Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry – The Sentinel House lawmakers returned to session in Harrisburg last week and advanced legislation to impose new mandates on data center development projects, as well as other proposals related to hazmat reporting, PFAS, and artificial intelligence policy. Here’s a…

An Introduction to the Basics of Wealth Transfer Taxes Source: McKonly & Asbury; Author – Zach McClaren, CPA, MBA, CES With the recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), the landscape of federal estate and gift taxation has shifted. Previously, many individuals were concerned about the scheduled reduction or “sunset” of the lifetime basic exclusion…

Attention CEOs: Workplace Culture is Your Biggest Asset Source: Chamber Today CEOs agree that workplace culture is their most powerful asset, yet it ranks low on their list of priorities. According to research, a great culture affects reputation, hiring and employee retention. Mark Miller suggests leaders start by making space for hopes and dreams, amplifying…

Want to Be a Great Public Speaker? These Are the Traits You Need Source: CO by U.S. Chamber; Jamie Johnson , Contributor Great speakers aren’t just born that way—they actively work to improve. Here are the seven must-have traits for a public speaker. If you’re trying to improve your public speaking skills, you should study the behaviors of…