Workers Consider Wellness Programs a Top Priority My Benefit Advisor As companies are increasingly requiring their employees to return to the office, company leaders and human resource department personnel are hearing their workers and future talent prospects ask for programs and services that go beyond traditional benefits. Specifically, individuals are looking for those with a…
A Long-Term Solution for Public Transit Funding: Avoiding Quick Fixes and Band-Aids By Dan DeBone, President/CEO – Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce As the Southeastern Public Transportation Association (SEPTA) recently announced a potential fare increase due to a lack of state funding, it is hard to ignore the familiar pattern that has plagued Pennsylvania’s public…
Shop Local This Holiday Season: Invest In Our Community As the holiday season approaches, the hustle and bustle of shopping begins. While online convenience and big-box deals may tempt us, I urge you to consider the profound impact of choosing to shop local this year. Every dollar spent at a local business fuels our…
Working Together for a Prosperous Westmoreland County: A Call for Change and Growth As we reflect on the progress we’ve made in Westmoreland County, it’s important to recognize the leadership that has guided our community. From local officials to state representatives, their efforts have been invaluable in supporting local businesses, navigating economic challenges,…
Leadership Westmoreland Kicks Off 10th Anniversary Year! Ten years ago, then Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Chad Amond, had a vision to relaunch Leadership Westmoreland. The once vibrant program had been dormant for several years and he saw the need to provide means of developing future Westmoreland County leaders. He…
Non-Profit of the Month: Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to recognize the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland/Fayette, Inc. (PIC) as our Non-Profit of the Month for November. For nearly four decades, PIC has been a critical resource in southwestern Pennsylvania, providing a foundation for employment, education,…
Röchling’s 36,000 SF Expansion in Mt. Pleasant & November’s Chamber Champion! We are thrilled to celebrate Röchling’s impressive 36,000 square foot expansion at their Mt. Pleasant facility, located in the Westmoreland Technology Park. This expansion represents a significant milestone not only for Röchling but for our entire region. With the addition of 50 new jobs,…
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…
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…
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…