Chamber and Chamber Foundation Announce Strategic Realignment Columbia and Montour Counties, PA — The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce announces the departure of Tonya Smith, Foundation Director, as she prepares to pursue new opportunities. Tonya has been a dedicated leader and passionate advocate for workforce development throughout her tenure, and the Foundation…

PA Chamber to Lawmakers: Approach Childcare as a Workforce Issue Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry The PA Chamber continued its push for comprehensive childcare reform last week, telling state lawmakers Friday that Pennsylvania must treat childcare as a core workforce issue, not just a matter of funding or social policy. Testifying before the…

Think Bigger: How Systems Thinking Gives Small Business Owners a Smarter Edge If you’re constantly putting out fires in your business, you might be treating symptoms instead of fixing systems. Systems thinking helps you connect the dots across hiring, sales, customer service, and operations. It’s not theory. It’s a practical mindset that builds efficiency, resilience,…

U.S. Chamber Commends Release of Senate Tax Proposal and Continued Momentum for Permanently Securing Pro-Growth Tax Reforms Source: US Chamber of Commerce What happened: Earlier this week, the Senate released its tax reform proposal, a major step toward making the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) permanent. ‌Why it matters: The U.S. Chamber of…

Last Week in the Legislature – 6/18/25 Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry The General Assembly saw a flurry of legislative activity last week, with several bills considered  that could impact Pennsylvania employers. Lawmakers advanced proposals related to regulatory reform, energy access, CPA licensure, wage laws, health care transactions, tax policy, and more. The…

Rock Stars vs. Superstars: Who’s Fueling Your Team’s Future? High performers follow different paths: some seek mastery, others momentum. Rock stars deliver consistency and depth; superstars fuel innovation and velocity. Leaders must tailor recognition, feedback, and growth opportunities accordingly. When managed well, both create a high-functioning, future-ready organization. Start by asking: What does success mean for…

Key Components of a Competitive Benefits Package To create a competitive benefits package, which will increase a company’s ability to recruit and retain workers, it is important to consider the interests and needs of their target population. Today, with more younger individuals comprising the workforce, business owners need to consider whether their benefit portfolio requires…