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Greg Lander Graduates from RULE


Greg Lander of Klapec Trucking Company was presented with a certificate of completion at commencement ceremonies held in State College for the Pennsylvania Rural-Urban Leadership Program (RULE). RULE is Pennsylvania’s transformative leadership development program. It fosters professional and personal leadership development for all Pennsylvanians. Greg is one of 30 PA residents to complete the two-year Read More…

Chamber Honors Citizen of the Year – Dr. David Wagner


The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Dr. David Wagner as the 2021 Citizen of the Year. Dr. Wagner graduated from North Clarion High School and attended Gannon University and Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) where he graduated from an accelerated seven-year program receiving a Doctor of Optometry degree in 2000. Immediately Read More…

Member Decals Coming Soon


Over the years and throughout the world, membership in chambers of commerce has offered business owners credibility to consumers looking to purchase products and services. The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce has provided its members with the seal of approval from the early days when hand typed, mimeographed membership directories were distributed within the community Read More…

Staff Planning for Success in 2022


Susan: Early in December, I purchase a large paper calendar, a visual tool for planning the year. I’ve been using these for years and display the previous year, too. This allows me to plot out meetings and events. Google Calendar is also a favorite tool. Used by our staff, this is where we schedule meetings Read More…

Fertigs Center Honors Volunteers


One of the most important aspects of engaging volunteers is thanking them. With so many demands on our time these days, taking time to give back in the community can be an afterthought. The members of the Fertigs Community Center recently held their Annual Appreciation Dinner. This dinner is put on by the board members Read More…