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Member News – October 4, 2023
Member News – October 4, 2023 PA Chamber Announces “Best of Fall” Competition – Bloomsburg Fair is nominated First-round voting is open now through October 6th for the first annual Pennsylvania “Best of Fall competition. The 32 Best of Fall nominees included in this year’s tournament will face off in a single-elimination bracket format with…
Read MoreNew Member Highlight – Life Remembered
New Member Highlight – Life Remembered Life Remembered founded by George Stoecklein, Sr. in the 1950s, Life Remembered, formerly CMS East, is one of the largest privately-owned cemetery organizations in the country. Locally they operate Elan Memorial Park a full-service cemetery dedicated to providing solutions for your family’s burial needs – no matter whether you…
Read MoreHow Big Brands Turn Customer Review into Sales
How Big Brands Turn Customer Review into Sales Source: US Chamber of Commerce Backpack maker JanSport, underwear brand MeUndies, and La Colombe Coffee Roasters are among the companies tapping tech tools to optimize consumer review content to deliver results. By: Mark Hamstra , Contributor Why it matters: 98% of consumers read online reviews at least…
Read MoreGovernment Mandate Not the Solution for a Workforce Shortage
Government Mandate Not the Solution for a Workforce Shortage by Chris Berleth, President, Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce The “Patient Safety Act” stifles innovation and takes leadership decisions out of the hands of local experts. Recently, the PA House of Representatives passed House Bill 106, the “Patient Safety Act”, which mandates nursing ratios as a…
Read MoreLast Week In the Legislature
Last Week In the Legislature Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry The Pennsylvania Senate returned to Harrisburg last week, extending its focus beyond state budget negotiations as the upper chamber kicked off the official start of the fall session. Having already sent budget-related fiscal code legislation back to the House of Representatives earlier this…
Read MoreMember News – September 27, 2023
Member News – September 27, 2023 The Exchange Calls for Entries The Exchange calls for entries for their October 16th show “Food for Thought” and their annual “Cash & Carry” will celebrate 10 years this November. Learn more on how to enter your artwork. Fromm Electric to Celebrate 100 years Join Fromm Electric on September…
Read MoreUnleash the Potential of New Managers with Leadership Development
Unleash the Potential of New Managers with Leadership Development New leaders must be willing to learn, develop communication skills, and adjust relationships. Transparent information sharing establishes trust and repeats important messages. Listening is a key communication skill and should be prioritized. Treat everyone equally and objectively when making tough decisions. Be respectful of team members’…
Read MoreNew Member Highlight – NEPA Vascular Institute
New Member Highlight – NEPA Vascular Institute With over 35 years of combined expertise, NEPA Vascular Institute at 1918 W. Front St. in Berwick, offers a wide range of services focused on venous and arterial disease. Recently they added two hyperbaric oxygen therapy chambers to help in the healing process of many types of wounds. …
Read MoreDecommissioning of Telefile Hurts Small Business
Decommissioning of Telefile Hurts Small Business Author: Chris Berleth, President, Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce As the Chamber remains laser-focused on our five focus areas, we’ve had the wonderful opportunity to travel across the Chamber’s two-county service area to meet with members of all kinds. In the first quarter, we heard overwhelmingly how important the…
Read MoreThe Implications of a Government Shutdown on Business, the Economy
The Implications of a Government Shutdown on Business, the Economy Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Author: Neil Bradley, EVP, Policy, US Chamber of Commerce As the odds of a federal government shutdown increase, businesses should be ready. In the below memo to members, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Executive Vice President Neil Bradley provides details about…
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