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Community Improvement Award Nominations Now Being Accepted
Once again, the Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Huntingdon County Planning Commission to present Community Improvement Awards for projects completed in 2023. The Awards will be presented at the Planning Commission’s March Annual Dinner.
Community Improvement Award nominations are being accepted in the categories of New Construction, Preservation, Community Spirit, and Special Merit. Nominations are due January 2024 by 4:00 p.m. Once nominations are submitted, applications will be sent to the nominees.
Click here for the guidelines.
Click here for the nomination form.
DEADLINE APPROACHING!
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The State of American Business 2024
The U.S. Chamber will be hosting their annual State of American Business event on January 11, 2024. U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark will promote the innovation and impact of America's free enterprise system during the annual State of American Business Event. This is their biggest annual event that draws a virtual audience of more than 10,000 people from around the world - from small business owners to Fortune 500 CEOs, community leaders, policymakers and journalist, as well as state and local chamber executives and American Chamber of commerce leaders. Click here to learn more and register to attend.
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Does your company, organization, or agency offer internships, research positions, or jobs to college students? Does it hire new college graduates? Do you have a project or daily tasks that you could benefit from having some extra help? If so, I would like to take this opportunity to cordially invite you, or another representative from your organization, to join us at Juniata College's Career Day - A Job, Internship, and Networking Fair.
Juniata College Career Day Information:
- February 23, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Last year, more than 400 students and 110+ employers attended the event
- Fortune 500 Companies, Penn Business Journal's "Best Places to Work in PA" award winners, as well as other national and international companies, were among those registered
- NO CHARGE for employer table/booth
- $10/person lunch - Cash and Credit Cards accepted on-site the day of the event
To register or for more information, please visit: www.juniata.edu/careerday
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Tammy Stuber at 814-641-3350 or [email protected]
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The Benefits of Prioritizing Employee Well-being
Prioritizing employee well-being is a strategic move for any business looking to successfully develop their business and enhance their competitive edge among their peers. Companies that demonstrate to employees that they are valued and supported as important individuals within the organization are more likely to develop a workforce that is engaged, productive and committed to their work.
By expanding employee assistance programs to address burnout, offering and steering employees to resources designed to better support employee needs, training managers to better recognize employee behavioral issues, and offering workplace flexibility, business owners can effectively implement programs that can truly make a difference.
Among the benefits employers are likely to realize by adding more holistic employee benefits, perks and wellness programs include:
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Increased productivity and efficiency. When employees are happy and healthy, they are more likely to be productive and efficient at work. They are able to focus on their tasks and complete them in a timely manner, without being distracted by health or personal issues. This results in higher quality work and a better overall performance for the company.
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Improved employee retention. When employees feel that their well-being is a priority for the company, they are more likely to stay with the company for the long term. This reduces the cost of turnover and ensures that the company retains its top talent.
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Enhanced levels of customer service. Employees who feel valued and supported are more likely to provide customer service at an elevated level. They are better able to build strong relationships with the company’s customers and address client needs more effectively. This leads to greater customer loyalty and increased revenue for the company.
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Reduced healthcare costs. Prioritizing the well-being of employees can lead to lower healthcare costs for the company, since when employees are healthy, they are less likely to require expensive medical treatments or take time off from work due to illness. This can result in a significant cost savings for the company.
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Enhanced brand reputation. Companies that make their employees’ well-being a priority are viewed as socially responsible and ethical. This enhances the company’s brand reputation and makes it more attractive to customers and potential employees.
The Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce offers its members access to My Benefit Advisor as a solution for employee benefits, including voluntary offerings. For more information about My Benefit Advisor, visit our website at hccc.mybenefitadvisor.com or contact Craig Pritts at (800) 377-3539.
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Interested in advertising in our enews?
Contact MacKenzie at [email protected].
The cost is $25.00; $10.00 for 501(3) organizations. Yearly rates are available.
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"State of the County" Address
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
7:45 to 9:00 a.m.
Huntingdon County Club
Bonney Forge Corporation & Huntingdon County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Huntingdon Country Club
Buffalo Skill Games
Business After Hours
Thursday, January 25, 2024
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
625 Washington Street
Huntingdon, PA 16652
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Administrative Professionals
Day Luncheon
(Come celebrate your employees
and co-workers)
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Huntingdon Country Club
Huntingdon County Night at the Altoona Curve
(To benefit Huntingdon County Humane Society)
Saturday, August 31, 2024
6:00 p.m.
Altoona Curve
Sporting Clay Tournament
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
1:00 p.m. check-in
2:00 p.m. shoot
Shenecoy Sportsman Club
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MEMBERS ONLY: Download our logo to use on your website. Click the logo for more information. Feel free to link the image on your website to our website, huntingdonchamber.com.
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If you are hiring, please send position information to [email protected] or login to the member section of our website to post your jobs.
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UC Fraud and UC-1099G Tax Forms
Victim of unemployment fraud?
Criminals using stolen identities filed claims for unemployment compensation in other people's names. Because unemployment compensation is taxable, state unemployment agencies submit Forms 1099-G to individuals in whose names and Social Security numbers the unemployment compensation was paid and to the IRS. Victims of fraud who receive Forms 1099-G with inaccurate amounts of unemployment compensation in Box 1 should notify the state agencies of the inaccuracies and request corrected Forms 1099-G. The Department of Labor details www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/UIIDtheft.
More Information
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Did you know........
Small businesses represent the largest segment by number of most local chamber membership rolls. Results in the research study by The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street indicate the impact of local chamber membership on small businesses is very powerful. If a consumer knows a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 44 percent increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 51 percent increase in consumer awareness, a 57 percent increase in its local reputation and a 63 percent increase in the likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future.
Research indicates that chamber membership stimulates business-to-business commerce in the local community. Other businesses in town are more likely to do business with you and your company if you are a member of the local chamber. Because a major part of a small business typically comes from business-to-business services, it is essential to maintain a positive standing within the local business community.
MEMBERS may download our logo to use on your website. Click the logo for more information.
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Paid Leave Tax Credit Resources and Guidance
Click here to view the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Fact Sheet to learn more about the Paid Leave Tax Credit, how it works, and who is qualified to receive it.
Click here to view the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)’s Fact Sheet to learn more about how to claim the tax credit during quarterly filings and additional resources for employers about the program.
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