The Chamber Blog

The Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee is pleased to welcome Congresswoman Madeleine Dean and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick for an in-person update and breakfast. They will share their perspective on issues of concern for businesses and individuals in their district, and what initiatives are planned moving forward. Topics will range from the economy, to healthcare and foreign…

Joining a Chamber of Commerce should be a key element in your business or organization’s marketing and development strategy, given its affordability and potential for exposing you to prospective customers, clients and new business associates. But choosing the right Chamber to join may be a little more difficult, especially when there may be multiple Chambers…

Whether your office environment is in-person, remote, or a combination of the two, your occasional use of an external conference room for team events or meetings can be a welcome, affordable, and much-needed change. Here are three reasons why renting a conference space is a good idea for your company.      Visiting an external…

For the past two decades, employers have recognized the ease and value of using online job banks and career centers to find talent. In fact, according to their website, Indeed.com has over 250 million unique visitors to their site every month. While there’s no denying the opportunities available to employers using online job sites, in-person…

In an economic news release on January 4, 2022, the Labor Department reported there were 4.5 million individuals in November, 2021 who voluntarily quit their jobs. Now being referred to as “The Great Resignation,” this exceptionally high number represents a shift in the economy where an increase in workers are leaving their companies and re-evaluating…

As 2021 comes to a close, The Chamber is looking forward to recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations for their contribution to its mission and to the community. Two events will be held to celebrate the award presentations. Three outstanding individuals and a successful business will be recognized at the Annual Awards Celebration on December 8th…

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County along with PA CareerLink will be hosting a job fair on Thursday, September 23rd, 12-5pm at Montgomery Mall in North Wales to showcase the many employment opportunities in the area. With the end of federal benefits, the increase in help wanted signs and local businesses adjusting their…

One year after the CDC confirmed the first case of COVID-19 in the United States, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County hosted a program to present a vaccine update for business leaders. The program was designed to address questions including how a vaccine was developed so quickly, the safety profile, legal issues related…

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County hosted Together We Thrive: A Celebration of Innovation and Resilience on Thursday, November 12, 2020 via Zoom. The virtual event was emceed by local comedian, motivational speaker and Chamber member Theresa Hummel-Krallinger of High-Five Performance and featured an opening comedy routine followed by the presentation of awards…

Montgomery County Chambers of Commerce Announce the Formation of an Alliance Ten Chambers of Commerce in Montgomery County collectively announce the formation of the Alliance of Montgomery County Chambers of Commerce. The Alliance is a collaboration of chambers serving members in Montgomery County. The mission is to provide a vehicle for open dialogue on current…