Posts by colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com
Young Professional of the Year
Young Professional of the Year February 4, 2023 Colleen Dick If you’ve ever seen Alex in action, you have no doubt about her qualifications for our Young Professional of the Year award. Besides being actively engaged in our community, she has a genuine interest in making a difference for the greater good. And, by the…
Read MoreFort Mill/Tega Cay Businessperson of the Year
Fort Mill/Tega Cay Businessperson of the Year February 2, 2023 Colleen Dick Our Annual Awards Celebration is coming up! Time to introduce you to this year’s honorees. First up, thanks to SouthState Bank, is our Businessperson of the Year from the Fort Mill/Tega Cay area, David Buist of Ferrara Buist, LLC! This hugely successful and…
Read More3 Things to Know, 1/31/23
January 31, 2023 Colleen Dick 1) Weekly Legislative Update Each week during the SC legislative session, the Chamber will provide a video summary of proposed bills that could impact business in York County and across the State. The first update of the 2023-2024 session focuses on proposals to address the current $3.5 million SC budget surplus,…
Read More3 Things to Know, 1/16/23
3 Things to Know, 1/16/23 January 16, 2023 Colleen Dick 1) Chamber Facebook Account Hacked While content posted prior to Jan 7 is still available, our Facebook page is currently down. We’re working to resolve the issue but until then, please visit our website for details about our upcoming events and follow us on Instagram…
Read MorePalmetto Business Barometer
Palmetto Business Barometer January 10, 2023 Colleen Dick (from SCchamber.net) The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce invite business leaders in South Carolina to participate in a meaningful, ongoing survey of business conditions in the state – the Palmetto Business Barometer. The survey measures business conditions and…
Read MoreBright Minds & Big Ideas
Bright Minds & Big Ideas December 20, 2022 Colleen Dick Our own Celeste Tiller is featured in this year’s Charlotte Business Journal York County insert. Thanks to York County Economic Development and Rock Hill Economic Development for including this valuable #talentandworkforce spotlight. View the full insert below or at https://bit.ly/3FAwJWw #workingtogether #YCRC Categories Advocacy Chamber Benefits…
Read More3 Things to Know, 12/12/22
3 Things to Know, 12/12/22 December 12, 2022 Colleen Dick 1) Catawba Regional Forum: A Winning Workforce January 5, 2023 at The Gateway Conference Center 3200 Commerce Dr. #C, Richburg 4:30-6:30pm Registration is now open for The Catawba Regional Forum 2023! Over 250 attendees, including elected officials and business leaders from across our region are…
Read More3 Things to Know, 11.28.22
3 Things to Know, 11.28.22 November 28, 2022 Colleen Dick For the week of November 28, here are 3 great things to know! Chamber Foundation Takes on The Paper Ceiling There are millions of workers who are STARs (Skilled Through Alternative Routes) that are seeking higher-wage jobs, but have been blocked by the Paper Ceiling…
Read MoreThe 5 Levels of Entrepreneurship
The 5 Levels of Entrepreneurship November 16, 2022 Colleen Dick Embarking on the road of entrepreneurship can be frightening, uncertain and turbulent — especially at the start. On your journey, it’s helpful to have a mental roadmap and to know what to expect from yourself along the way. Nobody is 100% clear and consistent from the onset…
Read MoreVeterans Day – Hiring Our Heroes
Veterans Day – Hiring Our Heroes November 11, 2022 Colleen Dick In observance of Veterans Day, take a look at www.hiringourheroes.org and consider hiring a vet for positions ranging from entry level to C-Suite. This program hosts world-class hiring events, digital programs, professional training programs, and internships to connect businesses with accomplished individuals from the…
Read More