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Advocacy Update: No P3 Bridge Tolling


The No P3 Bridge Tolls Coalition is a group of concerned local chambers, economic development entities, statewide business organizations, business leaders, community leaders, and citizens. They stand opposed to the tolling of nine PA bridges because of the effect it will have on local and statewide economy and to stop PennDOT from using this version Read More…

Referrals and Introductions for Meaningful Connections


with Susan Williams, Venango Chamber President/CEO Networking and connecting continue to be among the most valued benefits of belonging to the Chamber, but are often misunderstood or underutilized. It may be assumed that you must attend a mixer or event to meet someone new or reconnect with other members. For many, this is great, but Read More…

Leadership Venango Graduation Set for May 25


The Chamber is excited to celebrate the Leadership Venango Class of 2022 with a mixer-style graduation reception and ceremony on May 25 at Wanango Country Club in Reno. This year’s class started with 16 members, losing one a few months in, when Akshay Kumbhare moved to Florida for a job opportunity. Since their two-day retreat Read More…

New Chamber Member WEMANIGIT to Present at FLEX Speaker Series


FLEX is bringing back their Speaker Series and is excited to welcome Hind Karns, Managing Director of WEMANIGIT, to talk to young professionals on “Foundations for Effective Communication.” The workshop is on May 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Venango Chamber office and will be a conversation around how to communicate effectively in any situation Read More…

Business Tip of the Month: Knowing Your Elevator Speech


If you had 30 seconds to tell someone about your business, could you do it? If you answered yes, could you do it in an interesting and captivating way? It’s never too late to work on your elevator pitch! An elevator pitch is a brief way of introducing yourself, getting across a key point or Read More…