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Member News ~ August 14, 2025
Member News ~ August 14, 2025 Susquehanna Valley Kids Releases Back to School Guide With the first day of school just around the corner, Susquehanna Valley Kids has made it easy to get ready for the 2025 school year. Explore the guide here. Lily’s House hosting Dog Days of Summer Event Join Lily’s House for a…
Read MoreSinging and Scorecards: How We Track What Matters
Singing and Scorecards: How We Track What Matters by Taryn Crayton, Director of Member Engagement We sing at the Chamber office. A lot. Not in an “official choir” kind of way—more like spontaneous bursts of Broadway, pop, and whatever else gets stuck in our heads (not to mention we all have our very own theme…
Read MoreBudget Talks Remain Stalled as Key Issues Still Unresolved
Budget Talks Remain Stalled as Key Issues Still Unresolved Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry More than two months after the June 30 budget deadline, state lawmakers have yet to finalize a spending plan. Major policy and funding disagreements continue to delay progress, with both sides holding firm to their respective priorities while negotiations…
Read MoreRegional Sourcing Turns Local Partnerships into Lasting Advantages
Regional Sourcing Turns Local Partnerships into Lasting Advantages Local sourcing brings speed, quality, and deeper connections. Being nearby means more control and faster problem-solving. Investing locally builds community goodwill and brand trust. Start small today—test one item with a local partner. 579 words ~ 3 min. read Sometimes the best way to grow your business…
Read MoreMember News ~ August 7, 2025
Member News ~ August 7, 2025 Service 1st’s 2025 Charity Duck Derby Winners Announced Service 1st Federal Credit Union held their Annual Charity Duck Derby Saturday, August 2, raising $20,000 to benefit two local organizations! Check out winners here. Local Christian Baker Insurance Agent Recognized John D. Yoder, Commercial Insurance Adviser and Christian Baker Co.…
Read MoreThe K-12 Educator Summit: The Special Sauce
The K-12 Educator Summit: The Special Sauce By Chris Berleth Every successful recipe has a secret ingredient. For the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce, that “special sauce” is the Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber. For 31 years, the Foundation has bridged the gap between education and industry, shaping the future workforce through innovative programs…
Read MoreGet Ready for the Chamber’s Annual Awards – Nominations Now Open!
Get Ready for the Chamber’s Annual Awards – Nominations Now Open! by Taryn Crayton, Director of Member Engagement Growing up, I never missed an awards show—the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, SAG Awards, MTV Movie Awards, and of course, the Tonys. I loved everything about them: the dresses, the speeches, and the sheer excitement of recognizing people’s…
Read MoreRevenue Without Regret: Designing Offers You’re Proud to Sell
Revenue Without Regret: Designing Offers You’re Proud to Sell Growth shouldn’t come at the cost of trust. Your best offers align with your values. Ethical, high-value offers strengthen customer loyalty and long-term revenue. The best sales strategy? Solving real problems for the right people, not selling everything to everyone. Design offers you would recommend to…
Read MoreMember News ~ July 31, 2025
Member News ~ July 31, 2025 Celebrate Berwick- THIS SATURDAY On August 2 from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm, Market Street in front of the Jackson Mansion and McBride Memorial Library will be closed to traffic and filled with craft vendors, food trucks/vendors, live music from Jake & Friendz as well as Wes James,…
Read More19 Free Resources for Small Businesses to Leverage Year-Round
19 Free Resources for Small Businesses to Leverage Year-Round Source: CO by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce From operations and logistics to employee and customer management, small business owners wear many hats to keep things running smoothly. Without experience, acting in this role can be challenging at the least—and a fast track to failure at…
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