The Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals (PACP) has announced its 2024 Officers and Board of Directors who officially took office on January 1. Board members serve in a volunteer leadership role for a specified term, developing and leading the annual Plan of Action to assist in the enhancement of quality education in professional and organizational Read More…
Venango Chamber Seeking Summer Intern
The Venango Chamber is looking for a Summer intern! We are currently looking for candidates. The ideal candidate will be a college student majoring in business, communications, community development, or related fields. This position would be starting in May and ending in August. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event Read More…
Be Here Hosts Heart & Soul Kickoff Event
We are very excited as Venango County joins the map of Heart & Soul’s nationwide network! Community Heart & Soul, a resident-driven process, empowers every member of our town to play a vital role in shaping our collective future. Together, we’ll identify what we cherish most about our community, envision the future we desire, and Read More…
Exploring VenangoChamber.org: Registering for Chamber Events
Watch this month’s video to discover how to easily access details on upcoming Chamber events and complete registrations. For events with ticket fees or sponsorship chances, you can conveniently make payments or opt for invoicing. We’ll also briefly introduce the Be Here Calendar where you can find community events. Follow this link to watch the Read More…
Venango 4-H Kids Doing Great Things
Venango County 4-H participants have been quite busy the last few months. In November, several 4-H kids were awarded scholarships to attend camps, and the new 4-H King and Queen were selected. Avah Burke, 4-H Queen, and Karter Hoffman, 4-H King, received these awards and will represent Venango 4-H for the next year at local Read More…
BE HERE: 13 Ways to Kill Your Community Chapters 3 & 4
We often undermine our own success, sometimes unknowingly. While we aspire for success and work hard, our choices and attitudes can lead us to failure. Read below about Chapters 3 and 4 of the book, 13 Ways to Kill Your Community. Chapter 3—Don’t Engage Youth Every community wonders how to keep youth from leaving. That Read More…
Healthy Start Series: Spring Seasonal Eating
Written by Ashley Sheffer, Owner of Core Goods The short, gloomy days of winter will soon transition to a sunny and green spring, bringing opportunities to fill your plate with fresh, local food. Here are some ways to focus on your health this season: Eat local & seasonal foods: We were meant to eat with Read More…
Navigating New FINCEN & BOIR Legislation for Business Owners
The U.S. government is stepping up financial transparency with the introduction of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FINCEN) and Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting (BOIR) programs. These initiatives aim to curb money laundering and unveil the true beneficiaries within corporations. Key Points for Business Owners: • If you are a registered entity (have an EIN, or Read More…
ARTS Oil City to Host Ribbon Cutting
ARTS Oil City, along with the Oil Region Alliance and the Chamber, formally welcome four new creative professionals to the downtown Oil City business community. The public is invited to a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on the 2nd floor of The National Transit Building Wednesday, March 20 at 4 pm. Light refreshments will be provided and Read More…
Podcast Recommendation: NPR Up First
Are you a young professional looking to stay informed and connected in today’s fast-paced world? Look no further than “Up First” from NPR. In just 10-15 minutes each morning, this podcast provides a concise rundown of the day’s top news stories, ensuring you start your day fully informed and ready to tackle whatever comes your Read More…
Making the Most of LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a great way for young professionals to stay connected to the professional world around them. The social media platform is designed to allow for professionals to make connections to others in similar industries, apply for open positions and opportunities to hear others advice and experiences. LinkedIn can be one of the best tools Read More…
Hagan Business Machines Receives Award
Once again, Hagan Business Machines has been awarded both the Toshiba ProMasters Elite award and the ProsElite100 award. Each of these awards highlight Hagan’s long-standing commitment to high quality products and services. Since Hagan Business Machines of Meadville opened over 32 years ago, their main focus has been to provide customers with the highest quality Read More…