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Guardian Bikes, founded by Brian Riley, is dedicated to enhancing children's bicycle safety through innovative braking systems

POTTSVILLE, PA - Today, the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Robert S. Carl, Jr. made the following statement regarding Governor Shapiro’s 2025-26 State Budget Proposal.

“On behalf of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, and the 59 other local chambers and economic development organizations in our child care coalition, we are deeply grateful to Governor Shapiro for addressing the child care teacher crisis by including $55 million in the 2025-26 budget proposal to provide funds to licensed child care providers for teacher recruitment and retention. By addressing the teacher shortage, we can keep high-quality child care centers open, enable parents who want to work rejoin the workforce, and support employers in retaining their staff and building their talent pipelines.” 

The 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show was a fantastic showcase of Schuylkill County’s agricultural excellence, with many Chamber members participating and earning top honors!

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The Growth Factor - Episode: 60 Strong YouTube - Episode - 60 Strong FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Contact: Samantha Chivinski Phone: 570-622-1942 Email: schivinski@schuylkillchamber.com Growing coalition of 60 ...

Mar Lin, PA - Schuylkill Technology Center joined in celebration of the 10^th annual National Apprenticeship Week, which ran November 17 – 23, 2024. During this weeklong event, STC released a daily spotlight on the students enrolled in the STC Pre-Apprenticeship Program coordinated in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union Local 743 (IBEW). National Apprenticeship Week is a collective campaign that highlights the 660,00 active apprentices. There has been a 31% increase in the number of Registered Apprentices programs nationwide. 

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize The Evans Network of Companies, a valued member of our organization, for being honored as one of the 2024 Top Companies for Women to Work in Transportation by Women In Trucking (WIT).

Hydro-Extrusions North America has made a significant $100 million investment to modernize its Cressona plant, marking the next phase in its evolution.

Keystone Potato Products has been awarded the 2024 Green Plant of the Year by Food Processing Magazine. Each year, readers nominate a facility that demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable practices in food and beverage manufacturing.

Customers Bank has been recognized as the top-performing midsize bank by American Banker.

Forty-nine Barley Snyder attorneys have been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in its 2025 edition

Chambers of Commerce Service Corporation (CCSC) is pleased to announce that Penn National Insurance has declared a 1% dividend for the ChamberChoice Business Insurance program. Members, who placed their insurance coverage with Penn National Insurance during the 2022/2023 program year and remained active policyholders as of April 30, 2024, will receive a dividend check during the month of June. 

The Masser Family of Companies (MFC) has announced a new partnership with Szawlowski Potato Farms (SWAZ), a fifth-generation farm in New England. 

Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Rob Jaworski, also known as "Jaws," has joined the campaign to restore the 1925 NFL championship back to the Pottsville Maroons. 

In today's fast-paced business environment, many leaders know the importance of self-care but often fail to implement it in their daily routines. Why? Because they overlook the necessary mindset shifts that support sustainable self-care practices. ...

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The Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals (PACP) recognized their 2024 Chambers of the Year during their Chamber Professionals & Leadership Conference held at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square in Lancaster, PA. 

In addition to recognizing organization excellence, the PACP Chamber of the Year Award focuses on acknowledging one or more significant achievements / accomplishments that a chamber has initiated, stimulated, and/or led in its respective service area at some point during the past 18 months.  Organizational excellence is evaluated in the areas of membership, programs, planning, and finance.

SCHUYLKILL COUNTY, PA (September 23, 2024) – After announcing its expansion to more than 12,000 homes and businesses in other parts of Luzerne County earlier this year, Comcast today announced it is extending its fast, reliable and secure broadband network to more parts of Carbon, Luzerne, and Schuylkill Counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania including additional homes and businesses in Banks, Blythe, Butler, East Norwegian, Hazle, Kline, Rush, and Schuylkill Townships as well as McAdoo, Middleport, New Philadelphia, and Tamaqua Boroughs. Construction is underway to deliver access to Xfinity and Comcast Business products, including Xfinity Internet and Mobile, and Comcast Business Internet and Mobile, with full project completion anticipated in 2026.  

Sharon, PA – Primary Health Network (PHN) is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of the most inspiring workplaces globally in the 2024 Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces list. This prestigious accolade highlights PHN’s dedication to fostering a PeopleFirst environment and positions it among leading organizations worldwide.

U.S. Light Energy (“USLE”), a distributed generation energy development company specializing in community solar and renewable energy solutions, today announced it has been named the top solar developer based in New York, and the nation’s sixth-largest developer of community solar, in annual rankings just released by Solar Power World, the premier publication covering the U.S. solar market.

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its IGNITE Schuylkill Youth Program has been approved as an Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) eligible program.

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that it will host the next installment of its “Roads to Opportunity” vendor workshop series. Roads to Opportunity is designed to connect small businesses with potential contracting opportunities at PennDOT.

Mark Minnig, Economic Development Manager at the Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO), has earned the prestigious Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation. This significant achievement highlights Mark's dedication, expertise, ...

• Foster a growth mindset in high achievers by sharing stories of failure as a learning tool and encouraging them to face hypothetical leadership challenges.
• Develop emotional intelligence in leaders through regular feedback sessions, focusing on understanding their own and others' emotions.
• Expand networks and influence by introducing high achievers to new contacts, encouraging participation in industry events, and employing the “24/7/30 model” for follow-ups to build lasting relationships.
• Use these strategies to mentor top performers effectively, driving innovation and excellence in your business while fostering an environment that promotes growth, resilience, and leadership.

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POTTSVILLE, PA - The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2025 National Civics Bee®, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Hosted in partnership with The Civic Trust® of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition in Schuylkill County will inspire middle schoolers to become better informed about American democracy, to engage respectfully and constructively in the community, and to build greater trust in others and institutions. 

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has made an important move to ensure transparency and honesty in online reviews by banning deceptive practices that manipulate consumer opinions. This ban focuses on fake reviews and the use of bots to create false endorsements, requiring businesses to disclose any material connections with the reviewers. As small businesses increasingly use social media for marketing, this regulation will significantly impact their operations.

• Access to quality child care is crucial for economic growth and small business sustainability, reducing employee absenteeism and boosting productivity.
• Employers, including big brands like Patagonia, are finding innovative ways to offer childcare solutions, enhancing hiring and retention.
• Small businesses can support childcare by partnering with local centers, offering discounts, or supporting community programs, benefiting families and the economy.
• Investing in childcare creates jobs within the sector, stimulates local economies, and fosters a sense of community.
• Offering childcare support can lead to long-term savings for businesses by reducing turnover and fostering a more dedicated workforce, making it an economic imperative.

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On Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce hosted its IGNITE Schuylkill Final Event where Angela and Josiah Meck of Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, were awarded $100,000 in startup capital to launch their farm-to-table grocery store, The Farm Store. The store will be located at 113 E. Norwegian Street, Pottsville.

Pictured: Tom Shollenberger, Joey Geiger, Kevin Zimmerman, Jordan Drey, Bob Laughlin, Some Commish, Brian Whiteash, George Zelinsky, Jaime Dixon, Shaun Daubert, Jaron Williams, Cole Anstadt, Mike Carpency, Michael Scanlan. August 1, 2024 – ...

Samantha Chivinski of Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce Completes Year Three at Institute for Organization Management A Leadership Training Program Produced by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce WASHINGTON, D.C.— Institute for Organization ...