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The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber Hires New Foundation Director The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber has hired Tonya Smith to be their full-time Director. The Foundation has developed programs that focus on workplace wellness, leadership and skills development, and career exploration. As a 501(c)3 charitable organization and subsidiary of the Chamber, the…

Businesses look at their R&D spending as a tax bill sits in the Senate Source: US Chamber of Commerce R&D Expensing Uncertainty Puts Jobs and Innovation at Risk A bill that would restore a trio of key business tax provisions, including the deduction for domestic research and development (R&D) expenses, remains stuck in the Senate.…

Chamber President Testifies to House Committee on Pro-Business Tax Reform Bloomsburg, PA – On Thursday, April 11, the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce hosted the PA House Republican Policy Committee for the first in a series of hearings on pro-business tax reform.  Chris Berleth, Chamber President, testified regarding the impact of the complex and burdensome…

Understanding the Complex Role of HR in Today’s Workplace HR officers play a crucial, complex role as guardians of corporate values, mediators between employees and employers, and facilitators of discipline and development. The role of HR goes beyond enforcing policies; it is critical in shaping company culture, promoting diversity, and managing talent to align the…

New Member Highlight-The Bloomsburg Rotary Rotary is a global network of community volunteers dedicated to tackling various humanitarian challenges. With a focus on service above self, Rotary clubs engage in projects ranging from local community development to international aid initiatives such as the eradication of Polo. Through its diverse membership and partnerships, Rotary strives to foster…

The Power of Introverts at Work Introverts bring unique strengths to the workplace, including increased focus, productivity, and deep thinking abilities that stem from their comfort with solitude and their highly active brains, even at rest. Despite the perception of extroverts as better leaders due to their assertiveness and social ease, introverts often prove to…

Reach Chamber Members with May ChamberPack! Reach 430 of your business peers! ChamberPack will be sent the week of May 6th. Take this opportunity to showcase your business to the entire chamber network by submitting your flyers for inclusion in our upcoming bi-monthly direct mail piece. Gain visibility and reach by sharing your promotions, events,…

Cash Management to Improve Your Bottom Line Source: Dan Sturm, McKonly & Asbury Cash management manages the inflows and outflows of cash in a business and is particularly important for construction contractors. Long payment cycles, unpredictable expenses, and fluctuating demand all emphasize the need for cash management. A solid cash management strategy and process can…

Maximizing Business Success Through Employee Satisfaction Surveys: Strategies for Engaging and Retaining Your Workforce Employee satisfaction surveys are key to aligning company values with goals, understanding team dynamics, evaluating supervisor performance, and identifying opportunities for training, development, and career advancement. Ensuring anonymity in surveys is vital to encourage honest feedback without fear of retribution, with…