Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

On Wednesday evening, the four IGNITE Schuylkill finalists met with business professionals from across Schuylkill County and beyond! The finalists are vying for $100,000 in startup capital to launch a new business in Schuylkill County! FINALISTS (in no particular order): *Lexis Brownstein - The Villa - https://bit.ly/3SeIRDz *Hannah Corbacio and Nick Hair - The Rosalia Hotel - https://bit.ly/46csvRI *Angela & Josiah Meck - The Farm Store - https://bit.ly/3Se5xE6 *James Metsopulous - HomeBox - https://bit.ly/46cJyTO THE FINAL EVENT On Thursday, August 8, the finalists will pitch their ideas to the panel of judges. At the end of the night, you will know who has been awarded $100,000 in startup capital to launch their Schuylkill County business! The event will conclude with a celebratory reception where guests can enjoy drinks and live entertainment! Event Info & Registration - https://bit.ly/3Lw7l7z For more information, contact the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce at 570-622-1942. #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #revitalization #schuylkillcounty #businessplancompetition

Thank you Schaeffer's MotorSports and Carmelo's Roman Delight for sponsoring this month's Business After 5 O'clock Networking event! Guests enjoyed delicious food, drinks and had fun riding some really awesome machines! The event fostered new business connections, with a surge of fresh faces enriching our vibrant Schuylkill County community. Don't miss out on future opportunities to connect and grow with us! #professionalnetworking #businessdevelopment #smallbiz #schuylkillcounty #summer

🔥 Let's get to know the IGNITE Schuylkill judges! *Debbie Yuengling Ferhat, employee engagement & recruiting manager, D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc. Meet Debbie: https://lnkd.in/ejAPbUNY 🏆 Four finalists will compete on August 8 at IGNITE Schuylkill Final Event at the Orwigsburg Veterans Community Memorial Hall on August 8! ❓ What is it? IGNITE Schuylkill, is a Schuylkill Chamber Foundation program, in partnership with Wise Owl Consulting, that encourages non-traditional economic development through small business development. The aspiring entrepreneurs are learning how to write their business plans, project financials, market, advertise their business, build their professional network and so much more. https://lnkd.in/enf72sVu 💪 Programs Sponsors include the Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation, Senator David G. Argall and the Schuylkill Chamber Foundation! #entrepreneur #competition #schuylkillcounty #smallbiz #businesscompetition

Join us for our July Business After 5 O'clock Mixer proudly sponsored by Schaeffer's MotorSports and Carmelo's Roman Delight! There will be networking, side by side rides, food, outdoor activities and more! Register here! https://lnkd.in/e9GfjyC9

👋 Let's get to know the IGNITE Schuylkill judges! *Seth Hubler, MAOL, outreach director, Pennsylvania State Senate, Office of Senator David Argall Meet Seth: https://lnkd.in/ekSfrqMS 4️⃣ Four finalists will compete on August 8 at IGNITE Schuylkill - Final Event! at the Orwigsburg Veterans Community Memorial Hall ❓ What is it? IGNITE Schuylkill, is a Schuylkill Chamber Foundation program, in partnership with Wise Owl Consulting, that encourages non-traditional economic development through small business development. The aspiring entrepreneurs are learning how to write their business plans, project financials, market, advertise their business, build their professional network and so much more. https://lnkd.in/enf72sVu 💪 Programs Sponsors include the Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation, Senator David G. Argall and the Schuylkill Chamber Foundation! #entrepreneur #competition #schuylkillcounty #smallbiz #businesscompetition

🚀 Hiring Alert for Small Business Owners! Navigating the changing recruitment landscape can be tough, but leveraging social media, building an employer brand, and implementing advanced tech can give your small business the upper hand in attracting top talent. 💡 Here's why: *Social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter are not just for scrolling; they're powerful tools for reaching a vast pool of candidates. *AI-driven applicant tracking systems streamline your hiring, making it easier to spot your ideal candidates. *Building a strong employer brand on social media isn't just about showing off your company culture; it's about drawing in the right people who are excited to grow with you. 👉 Dive deeper into how these strategies can transform your recruitment process and help you stand out in the competitive market in our latest blog article: https://bit.ly/3W2O8k1 .... and yes, we have members that can help! 😉 #talentrecruitment #marketing #digitalmarketing #workforce #smallbiz

Registration is now open for the IGNITE Schuylkill Final Event! Where four finalists will compete for $100,000 in startup capital to open a new business in Schuylkill County! *Individual seats and table sponsors are available! Registration Link: bit.ly/3W5YJuv *Event sponsorship opportunities are also available! Sponsorship information can be found at: bit.ly/4cqr0lc To secure an event sponsorship, please contact Sam Day at sday@schuylkillchamber.com or call 570-622-1942 #smallbiz #entrepreneurship #schuylkillcounty #economicdevelopment #revitalization Wise Owl Consulting

Cynthia Mensch, Alvernia University Pottsville CollegeTowne, has had a tremendous year as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce. From helping celebrate the opening of new businesses to reviving community events like Winterfest, coordinating another successful Women's Conference, and ensuring the Chamber's responsibilities are met, her leadership has clearly made a significant difference. It's wonderful to recognize her achievements and the positive outcomes she's brought to the community. THANK YOU for all you have done and including the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, and its members, in your leadership legacy, Cindy!!! #leadership #chamber #community #volunteer