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State Budget Included Several Pro Business Victories Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry Pennsylvania’s recently enacted state budget includes several pro-business victories including eliminating Pennsylvania’s Startup Tax by raising the cap on net operating losses, modernizing our permitting processes, and advancing workforce initiatives. These provisions will help attract new economic opportunities, expedite project approvals…

New Member Highlight-Next Gen Marketing Group Next Gen Marketing Group is the passion of company president Suzanne Campo! She enjoys collaborating with small businesses to enhance their brand through professional photography, short-form videos, and content creation tailored for social media marketing. Next Gen Marketing is thrilled to join the Columbia Montour Chamber and enthusiastic about…

The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Emotional intelligence (EQ) is critical for effective leadership, involving skills such as self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Leaders with high EQ can manage relationships and team dynamics better, fostering a culture of trust and teamwork. Improving self-awareness is the first step to enhancing EQ, essential for…

From Main Street: Pro-growth Tax Policy Is Vital for Small Business Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce When Main Street businesses have a competitive tax code, local economies grow and prosper, and workers across the country benefit from higher paychecks and more job opportunities. In December 2017, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA),…

Resources for Manufactures from Team PA and the Chamber Team PA “Factory of the Future” A new resource became available this month from Team PA.  Their free online “Factory of the Future” – hopes to demystify the integration of advanced manufacturing technologies and to connect manufacturers with local organizations who can support them throughout the…

Supercharge Your Small Business Growth with Smart Acquisitions Acquisitions can quickly grow small businesses by opening up new markets, bringing in new customers, and getting ahead of competitors. It’s vital to thoroughly assess the value of a business you want to acquire. This means digging into its assets, debts, and standing in the market. Acquiring…

Understanding the Role of GAP Plans In the complex landscape that exists within healthcare, individuals often encounter unforeseen expenses that can put a substantial strain on their financial well-being. To help their workers better prepare for these situations, employers can install GAP health insurance options as a valuable component of their employee benefit package. As…

Unleashing Your Brand’s Personality in the Age of AI Defining a brand’s personality is key in standing out in the digital landscape, using frameworks like Carl Jung’s archetypes and Sally Hogshead’s fascination triggers. Determining brand personality involves understanding its character, core values, and motivations. Carl Jung’s archetypes help in creating relatable and engaging brand identities…