Remote Work: A Complicated and Evolving Concept My Benefit Advisor Just as many workers have been getting comfortable enjoying the benefits that remote work brings, employees are increasingly feeling pressure to return to the office. Numerous companies are beginning to cut back on various aspects of the hybrid work environment, either eliminating it entirely or…
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October 2024 Chamber Champion YWCA of Westmoreland County This month, we proudly feature the YWCA Westmoreland County, led by the dedicated Executive Director Carol Hudock Palcic, as our Non-Profit of the Month. Since its founding, the YWCA has been a cornerstone in our community, empowering women and girls through a wide range of transformative programs…
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Creating “Cool” Job Perks for Employee Inspiration My Benefit Advisor Most business owners will agree that maintaining employee happiness is a key factor in working to achieve overall success in their business operations. Although there are many complexities involved in achieving this goal, creating a positive corporate work culture through the offering of unique and…
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Pennsylvania’s Transportation and Infrastructure Crisis: Time for Legislative Action As the State House and Senate return for their remaining voting days this year, one major piece of overdue legislation demands immediate attention-Act 89. Passed a decade ago, Act 89 was one of the most comprehensive transportation packages in Pennsylvania’s history. It provided funding for public…
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The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce was honored to attend today’s groundbreaking event for the $16 million Weatherwood Park and Municipal Complex in Hempfield Township! A huge congratulations to Hempfield Township Leadership Doug Weimer, Bill Bretz, Jay Anderson, and Aaron Siko for advancing this incredible project. The park will feature a splash pad, playground, outdoor…
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The Evolving Workplace: Viewing Changes Positively My Benefit Advisor The modern work environment is evolving at a remarkable pace. There are countless ways that the workplace today differs from that of just five years ago and it’s unlikely that the pace of change will slow anytime soon. For many people, changes in the workplace can…
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Testimony given on August 21, 2024 Good morning. My name is Dan DeBone, President/CEO of the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce. I want to begin by thanking Majority Chair Ed Nelson, Minority Chair Kerry Benninghoff, and Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll for the opportunity to share my thoughts on how we can move Pennsylvania forward…
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Summer Brings Progress: A Note from the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce on the 2024-2025 State Budget As the Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce approaches the summer months, the anticipation of a completed state budget around July 1st is always an interesting, albeit at times nail-biting, experience. Although this year’s budget wasn’t finalized until the…
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Westmoreland County Food Bank: August 2024 Non-Profit of the Month The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce is extremely proud to present the Non-Profit of the Month for August to the Westmoreland County Food Bank. Under the incredible leadership of Jennifer Miller, President/CEO, the Westmoreland County Food Bank has made a significant impact in fighting…
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GO Laurel Highlands: August 2024 Chamber Champion of the Month The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that GO Laurel Highlands has been selected as the Chamber Champion of the Month. Established in 1958, GO Laurel Highlands serves as the official destination marketing organization for Fayette, Somerset, and Westmoreland counties in…
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