Leadership Venango is gearing up to welcome the Class of 2026, the eighth group to participate in the chamber’s leadership development program. This year’s class brings together emerging and established leaders from across the region and from a wide range of industries, all eager to expand their professional networks and elevate their leadership skills. The Read More…

Submitted by Shane Zerbe, Excellence Accounting Solutions The IRS has recently announced two changes that may impact many chamber members: 1. New Mailing Address for Estimated Tax Payments Pennsylvania residents making estimated quarterly income tax payments (Form 1040-ES) must now send payments to a new address: PO Box 1300, Charlotte, NC 28201 2. Shortened Timeline for Read More…

Vote YES for Libraries: Ensuring Equal Access Across Venango County The Oil Region Library Association (ORLA) will appear on the November 4 general election ballot seeking dedicated countywide support. The question for voters: Should Venango County support ORLA as a county library by establishing a Special Library Tax of .25 mills on taxable real estate Read More…

Great food, great company, and a perfect evening at our Annual Steak Fry. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate community and connection. A huge thank you to the Oil City Boat Club for being such a wonderful venue, and to Main Street Market and Baked Goods From Heaven for providing the delicious Read More…

Seth Herrick is the Executive Director of the Oil Region Venango Campus, which operates under the Oil Region Alliance to support education and workforce development in the region, and one of the newest members of the Venango Chamber Board of Directors. Seth grew up in Jamestown, PA, but has called Cooperstown home for a while Read More…

In February, New Directions Community Credit Union opened its third full-service branch at 206 South Martin Street in Titusville, joining existing locations in Franklin and Oil City. While some financial institutions have leaned away from brick-and-mortar locations, New Directions has taken a more balanced approach. The credit union recognizes that while many members are comfortable Read More…

By Susan Williams, President of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce One of the most rewarding aspects of my role with the Chamber is witnessing the continued success of local businesses, especially when ownership transitions are handled with such intention and care. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Melissa Bean and Carrie Read More…

Happy Back to School Season! The Chamber is excited to get back involved with the VenangoREADY & ForestREADY programs and continue our relationship with students, employers, and educators in the area. We wish all local students a wonderful year! 5 Ways to Enhance Student & Business Involvement As the school year begins, businesses should be Read More…

Olivia Plummer, Chamber Intern Being a young person who has largely worked jobs thus far that maintained a juvenile sphere, coming into this internship at the beginning of the summer was a rather scary endeavor for me. However, that being said, the thought of coming into an adult workplace, one which not only fostered responsibility, Read More…

Venango County residents now have a new, reliable option for shipping services. Red Horizon Technologies has officially become a UPS Authorized Service Provider, filling an important gap left by the closures of the local UPS and FedEx Stores. Located at 1008 Liberty Street in Franklin, Red Horizon is ready to serve with a full range Read More…

Red Horizon Technologies is pleased to announce the addition of Zane Nunamaker to its team as Account Manager and Sales Representative, further strengthening its commitment to customer engagement and community-focused growth. Zane brings valuable experience in both retail and sales, making him well-equipped to connect with customers and help them navigate the evolving world of technology. In his new Read More…

Access to safe, affordable, and diverse housing is essential to economic stability and strong communities. Across Northwest Pennsylvania, urban, suburban, and rural areas are experiencing growing challenges with housing availability, affordability, and quality. These issues directly affect workforce attraction and retention, population growth, economic development, and overall quality of life, making housing one of the Read More…

Kat Thompson, Membership & Education Manager, has successfully completed her fourth and final year at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organization Management (IOM). The program is a comprehensive four-year leadership development course recognized nationwide as the premier professional development program for association, nonprofit, and chamber professionals. During the final week-long program, Kat participated Read More…

The Chamber recently joined Primary Health Network (PHN) to celebrate the grand opening of the new Emlenton Health Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony in August. The event marked a significant milestone for the community, restoring and expanding access to healthcare following the closure of the former Emlenton Area Family Practice in late 2024. Located Read More…

Devin Zagar, owner of 7 Foot Productions & Marketing, talks about how his membership with the Venango Chamber has helped open doors for him that have made a big difference in his business endeavors.