As warm weather arrives, we begin to see faces of college students reappearing in our area. These students will work at local businesses and contribute to our community for the next three months while they’re home. Whether it’s a part-time job at a local restaurant or an internship at a business that coincides with their Read More…
FYI Newsletter – June 2018
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Venango Works – June 2018
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TrAils To Ales to Open Soon
TrAils To Ales to Open Soon TrAils To Ales Brewery has been preparing for opening day. The mission of the business is to buy and support local business and offer a unique meeting place to enjoy local food and micro brewed beer. Some ways they have worked locally include: A bar top was built by Read More…
Social Media Tip: Representing Your Brand
If someone sees a post from your business on social media or visits your page, can they easily recognize what the business is and what you do? Like with your signage, merchandise, and other materials, your brand should be consistent on your social media accounts. Some ways you can do this include: Profile Photo: Your Read More…
Chamber Welcomes Summer Intern – Heather Hondel
Heather Hondel joined the Chamber’s staff in May as our Summer Intern! Heather was valedictorian of Cranberry High School in 2017 and is now studying Entrepreneurship at Grove City College. So far in her studies, she has taken classes such as Lean Launch Pad, Marketing, Entrepreneurial Mind, and Search Engine Optimization. Some of her interests Read More…
Meet Our Board–Cathy Kentzel
Cathy Kentzel has been serving the Venango Chamber as a board member since January of 2017. As owner of the Barnard House, a bed & breakfast in Emlenton, with her husband Paul, Cathy sees her role as directing some of the spotlight to the southern tier of our county. Originally from the Pittsburgh area, Cathy Read More…
Butler Memorial Hospital Ranked Amongst Nation’s Top 100 Hospitals
For a third year, Butler Health System’s flagship, Butler Memorial Hospital, is recognized as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by IBM Watson HealthTM, formerly Truven Health Analytics®. This honor acknowledges Butler Health System’s unwavering commitment to provide the highest quality healthcare to patients. The award is based on quality of inpatient and extended Read More…
Won’t You be my Neighbor?
By Kurtis Bell, ServiceMaster by Bell Our region is known for harsh winters and blue collar residents calloused by this weather, but ask anyone “Won’t you be my neighbor?” and you will see at minimum a small smile begin to form. For over three decades, Fred Rogers walked through the front door, swapped his blazer Read More…
Work-Study Pays – Benefits Local Businesses
Many businesses or organizations would love to have the help of an additional employee, especially during the summer months when staff members are busier than ever or taking vacations. Non-profit organizations often take advantage of the good weather to schedule special events and every extra hand is helpful. Interns can offer a great opportunity to Read More…
Position Description: Executive Assistant
Date: May 2018 Organization: Venango Area Chamber of Commerce About Us The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce is the premier business membership organization in Venango County, with a mission to build, serve and promote regional business. About the Environment We work hard for the business community we represent. The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce is a fast-paced, dynamic environment Read More…
What Can You Do With Your Newsletter?
You looked through your monthly printed Chamber newsletter, gained some insight and learned about other members—now what? Instead of just throwing it away or letting it get buried under papers on your desk, we’ve gathered a list of ideas to help you decide what to do with your newsletter. Share it. The newsletter is not Read More…