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Choosing the Right IT Provider
Question: How do I pick the right Information Technology (IT) Provider for my business? Answer: Choosing the right IT provider requires considering several key factors. The right provider will understand your organization’s needs and goals, evaluate your current situation, and help you navigate solutions. A good partner doesn’t just fix issues but helps prevent future Read More…
Strategies for Improving Employee Retention in Small Businesses
Retaining employees is crucial for small businesses, as turnover can drain time, money, and morale. Here are effective strategies to keep your team engaged and satisfied: 1. Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Offer salaries and benefits that meet or exceed industry standards. Regularly review compensation to avoid disparities between new hires and long-standing employees, which can Read More…
What Our Members Are Saying
“As the message of the Chamber’s Be Here initiative says, this is a great place to live and work, and I am proud to have my businesses here.”
“Our school and the Chamber have developed a partnership that is crucial to the future of our students’ success and our region’s workforce.”
“With the help of the Chamber’s advocacy committee, the voice of business was heard, benefiting the entire region.”
“The Chamber helped us craft our message and promote it throughout the region–something we couldn’t have done on our own.”
“FLEX was a networking opportunity and confidence builder for me. It gave me the skills and experience to now run a nonprofit and make an impact in the community.”
Be Here is an initiative of the Venango Chamber created to change the narrative of our region. Launched in January 2017, the goal of Be Here is to show the many opportunities to live, work, and play in the Venango Area, while we work to tackle the challenges that do exist.