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PA Chamber Gives Overview of Overtime Eligibility Rule Source: PA Chamber of Business and Industry The U.S. Department of Labor issued a rule last week that could have significant implications for how employers in Pennsylvania comply with overtime requirements. The rule, announced last Tuesday, increases the salary threshold required to exempt workers from overtime pay.…

9 Essential Retail Marketing Strategies for 2024 Optimize your online presence with accurate, up-to-date information and a Google Business Profile. Employ strategic sales and loss leaders to drive foot traffic and highlight product range. Create captivating window displays and offer a digitally curated catalog for broader inventory access and to support customers who want to…

President’s Message: A Great Place to Play (Especially Outside) By Chris Berleth I’ve heard it said, “If you don’t like the weather in central Pennsylvania, wait five minutes.” That may be a little on the nose, but if like me, you’re anxious to enjoy a more consistent weather pattern than the on again off-again blustery…

Chamber Coalitions Consider Far-Reaching Rules and Legislation The Columbia Montour Chamber routinely partners with the PA Chamber of Business & Industry and the U.S. Chamber to consider rules and legislation that will have broad implications for member businesses and the region’s economic vitality. Recently, your Chamber has joined the U.S. Chamber’s federation of local chambers…

No cost Public-Private Partnerships Seminar The Columbia County Placemaking Initiative is offering a no cost seminar about Public-Private Partnerships. The class, which is open to businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities, will cover: The benefits of cross-sector collaboration The elements of successful partnerships Ways to structure partnerships Project lifecycle and management Best practices and tips for success…

New Member Highlight-Connections Life Care Connections Life Care offers professional hospice, palliative, and supportive care services in homes, senior care facilities, and nursing homes. Their knowledgeable team of professionals works together to provide personalized care. Their approach helps patients live as comfortably and pain-free as possible, while also respecting their wishes and maintaining dignity. In…

Public Comment Period for Regional Transportation Improvement Program Open Through SEDA-COG, counties and municipalities in Central Pennsylvania have a voice in the state’s transportation plans. Working together with SEDA-COG, local government, the business community, and non-profit organizations establish the region’s transportation priorities. These priorities are detailed in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which is updated…

Extreme Ownership: How Leaders Can Transform Business Culture with Radical Responsibility Extreme ownership is a mindset shift that emphasizes complete accountability in leadership, as explained by Jocko Willink, a former Navy SEAL officer. This philosophy leads to enhanced respect and fosters a culture of effective problem-solving and trust within teams. True leaders embrace their failures…