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The Great Resignation Propels New Business Growth 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…

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…

Helping to get our community back to work 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…

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…

Following fourteen weeks of various stages of quarantine under the color-coded system of reopening, Montgomery County businesses entered the green phase on June 26th. This has not been without a great deal of pain and loss.  Many restaurants, retail stores and service providers have made the heart wrenching decision to close their doors afterin many…

An Important Message from the Board of Directors We have been horrified by the recent events.  As we look around us and face the uncertainty of moving forward after COVID-19, it is truly disturbing that we are still looking at the ugliness of racism in our society. The civil unrest that is erupting in our…

The Chamber Supports Our Community with Gift Card Match Program Small businesses, restaurants and nonprofits are being hit very hard as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County has developed an economic stimulus initiative to help support businesses and charitable organizations through a gift card match program.  Purchasing…

Several of the area chambers of commerce will be hosting a forum for the public to learn about the candidates seeking the office of Montgomery County Commissioner.  The candidates include current commissioners, Dr. Val Arkoosh, Ken Lawrence, Joe Gale and Whitpain Township Board of Supervisors Chairman, Fred Conner. The program will be a Q&A format…