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The Advantages of Taking Work Breaks to Boost Productivity
From ChamberChoice and Smart Business Pittsburgh Many of us spend our work time sitting at a desk, staring at the computer screen, straining our eyes and wondering why we have a nagging ache in our neck and shoulders. “We are all guilty of not taking enough breaks at work — or any at all,” says…
Read MoreArea Businesses Invited to Participate in Video Project Highlighting Building, Construction & Trade Careers
The Central Pennsylvania Workforce Development Corporation (CPWDC) is trying to help address the shortage of skilled workers that companies need to thrive in its nine-county Central PA region, which includes Columbia and Montour counties. As part of its strategy to find a solution, CPWDC convened career & technical education (CTE) directors and several business leaders…
Read MoreTax Code Change Regarding Bonus Depreciation Will Improve PA’s Tax Structure, Competitiveness
From PA Chamber of Business & Industry The 2018-19 fiscal year has begun and for the first time in more than three years, the Commonwealth is starting the new fiscal year with an enacted budget in place. With state revenues on an upswing and a General Election right around the corner, legislative leaders and the governor were…
Read MoreBucknell SBDC Celebrates 40 Years of Assisting Businesses
The Bucknell University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has provided assistance to nearly 7,200 entrepreneurs and small businesses over its 40 year history. New businesses served by the SBDC as well as the organization’s staff, have received statewide recognition. The successes of the SBDC and its clients were celebrated recently on the Bucknell University campus.…
Read MoreStop, Look and Listen: What Your Employees Really Want in Their Benefits Package
From ChamberChoice and Smart Business Pittsburgh In today’s job market, employers are finding it increasingly difficult to offer their employees what is of top importance to them — money. This results in the need for employers to get creative when it comes to recruiting and retaining top-notch talent. Where salaries fall short, many employers bolster…
Read MorePenn National Declares 10 Percent Dividend This Year for Business Insurance Program
Chamber members that utilize the ChamberChoice business insurance program through Penn National Insurance will receive a 10% dividend delivered back to them for policies written and retained during the program’s sixth year (May 1, 2016 – April 30, 2017), as Penn National recently announced a 10% dividend for this year. Members enrolled in the program that remained chamber members and…
Read MoreGrants Available to Organizations From Pennsylvania’s Volkswagen Settlement Funds
As many are aware, Volkswagen was required to donate funds to the government as a result of its diesel emissions violations in 2015. In Pennsylvania, those funds were designated to reducing emissions from diesel engines throughout the state and there are multiple funds/grants that are scheduled to open soon that may be available and of…
Read MoreU.S. Department of Labor Ruling Will Allow Expansion of and More Options For Small Business Health Insurance Plans
In late June, the U.S. Department of Labor released a ruling that will allow for the expansion of small business health insurance plans. This long anticipated news is very exciting and will give members additional options for health insurance. Several associations and membership-based organizations, including ChamberChoice, have been preparing for this ruling and the opportunity to…
Read MoreChamberChoice Announces New Partnership to Save Members Money on Prescriptions and More
From ChamberChoice ChamberChoice recently partnered with National Benefit Builders (NBBI) to offer discount programs to Chamber Members, their employees and family members. Its new discount programs are a cost-effective way to enhance any benefits program! It provides people with choices that are affordable and voluntary. The benefits are portable and can fill the gaps in…
Read MoreDiscount Card Pilot to Welcome New Bloomsburg University Students Underway
This fall, Bloomsburg University will welcome over 300 new-to-Bloomsburg transfer students. A team at BU is working to welcome those students and help them become part of the Bloomsburg Town community with a convenient card listing discounts offered by area restaurants and other businesses. BU Student Life will handle design and printing of the cards.…
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