Chambers are famous for their social networking opportunities where people meet face to face such as Business After Hours, trade shows and golf tournaments. Now a term that is bantered about is “Social Media”. What is that all about?
It’s really networking electronically. We’ve introduced you to some aspects of Social Media, like blogs & podcasts, but [...]
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It’s All About Networking
Posted in Director's Comments on December 11, 2008 | 3 Comments »
Buy the Alleghenies
Posted in Director's Comments on November 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Chambers of Commerce in five Pennsylvania counties – Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Huntingdon and Somerset have formed a partnership collectively known as the Chambers of the Alleghenies. Its purpose is to build economic success, promote our region and keep dollars local.
One objective is to create ways to encourage businesses within the region to allocate at [...]
Singing to the choir
Posted in Director's Comments on October 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
If you are reading this blog, you probably already know a lot about e-commerce but perhaps you can share the message with those who SHOULD know more.
I get a lot of mail – electronic and otherwise. A few weeks ago I got an envelope with a publication from eBizITPA, an organization that is attempting to improve the [...]
Is there money for you in the Governor’s $650 million dollar energy fund?
Posted in Director's Comments on October 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
As part of the $650 million package, residential consumers and small businesses will be eligible for $92.5 million in loans, grants, reimbursements and rebates to support energy conservation and weatherization projects that can ultimately reduce energy bills. Another $40 million is available to provide financial assistance through the state’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or [...]
First Industries Tourism Program
Posted in Director's Comments on September 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Yesterday I was talking to a fellow who was considering opening a new business that would cater to tourists. We discussed the First Industries Tourism program as a possible resource for grants and loans and I thought you might like to know about it as well.
The grant piece is for new business start ups to [...]
Finarelli Twilight Dinner Delight
Posted in Director's Comments on September 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Pan-seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras. Beer-Poached Littleneck Clams. Chianti-Braised Rabbit. These are just a few of the delectable items on the menu when Matt Finarelli, chef extraordinaire and son of Twilight Dinner hosts Peggy and Jack Finarelli, treated us to an evening of sweet and savory tastes of his own creation in support of the [...]
Answers from Congressman Shuster
Posted in Director's Comments on September 10, 2008 | 1 Comment »
On August 22 we ran out of time for Congressman Bill Shuster to answer all the questions that were posed during the Government – Its Your Business breakfast.
I am pleased to present those topics and their answers here.
Mercury Light Bulbs:
A nationwide phase-out of conventional light bulbs for energy-efficient compact fluorescent lights by 2012 was contained [...]
Speed Counts
Posted in Director's Comments on September 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Chamber has been urging broadband deployment for several years. This article from Boomtown Institute that I place here in its entirity, is indicative of this pressing need.
Internet Speed in the United States
The results of a second annual survey of Internet speeds, conducted by the Communication Workers of America, show that the United States has [...]
Comfort Food
Posted in Director's Comments on September 4, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Because I like to cook, I am always on the lookout for good ingredients to inspire my menus. Recently in my travels I noticed that the Giant Eagle, the DBI Farmer’s Market and Boyer’s Orchard among others are overflowing with a bountiful fall harvest of flavorful fruits and vegetables. Despite the 90 degree weather today and [...]
SBA Business Gateway Program
Posted in Director's Comments on February 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A few days ago I received an e-mail from the Small Business Administration touting their new online Community. Business owners, bloggers, government and others now have a place to discuss and share information about starting and running a successful business.
The Community features discussion forums, an idea page and blogs where small business owners can talk [...]
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