General Chamber News
Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2024 Award Recipients at Our 25th Annual Awards Celebration
Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2024 Award Recipients at Our 25th Annual Awards Celebration January 15, 2025 Mollie Rose SECURE YOUR AWARD TICKET Eddie Pickett Honored with the Robert F. Youngblood Lifetime Business Achievement Award The York County Regional Chamber is proud to announce Eddie Pickett, owner of Quality Cleaning Janitorial Services, as the recipient of…
Read MoreBudget-Friendly Marketing: Growth Tactics for Small Teams and Tight Budgets
Budget-Friendly Marketing: Growth Tactics for Small Teams and Tight Budgets December 9, 2024 Mollie Rose Small businesses can thrive on tight budgets with smart, cost-effective marketing strategies: Leverage free tools: Use platforms like Canva (design), Mailchimp (email), and Google My Business (local SEO). Maximize organic reach: Share engaging, shareable content tailored to your audience. Repurpose…
Read MoreYCRC Wins CACCE Outstanding Chamber of the Year for 2024
YCRC Wins CACCE Outstanding Chamber of the Year for 2024 November 25, 2024 Mollie Rose The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) recognized the 2024 Outstanding Chamber of the Year (for a chamber with under 700 members) at their Annual Management Conference awards ceremony held this evening at the Chetola Resort in Blowing…
Read MoreEnhanced State Tax Credits for Small Businesses
Back to Blog Enhanced State Tax Credits for Small Businesses October 31, 2024 Mollie Rose South Carolina small business owners can help their bottom lines with two tax credits increased this year by state lawmakers. If you own a business that employs apprentices or develops abandoned buildings, the SCDOR wants you to know about two…
Read MoreCeleste Tiller Graduates from U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program
Celeste Tiller Graduates from U.S. Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Fellowship Program October 15, 2024 Mollie Rose Fellowship Provides State and Local Business Leaders with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce Issues On Friday, September 20, Celeste Tiller, Vice President – Talent & Workforce Development of York County Regional Chamber…
Read MoreThe FTC Ban on Fake Reviews and the Use of Bots: Implications for Small Businesses
The FTC Ban on Fake Reviews and the Use of Bots: Implications for Small Businesses August 28, 2024 Mollie Rose The FTC has banned fake reviews and the use of bots to ensure transparency in online reviews, requiring businesses to disclose any material connections with reviewers. New guidelines prohibit businesses from posting false or misleading…
Read MoreThe Critical Role of Childcare in Boosting Economic Development
The Critical Role of Childcare in Boosting Economic Development August 16, 2024 Celeste Tiller The Critical Role of Child Care in Boosting Economic Development Access to quality childcare is crucial for economic growth and business sustainability, reducing employee absenteeism, and boosting productivity. Employers are finding innovative ways to offer childcare solutions, enhancing hiring and retention.…
Read MoreYCRC Welcomes Mollie Rose as New Communications and Brand Strategist
YCRC Welcomes Mollie Rose as New Communications and Brand Strategist August 1, 2024 Mollie Rose The York County Regional Chamber is excited to announce Mollie Rose as its new Communications and Brand Strategist. With a proven track record in crafting compelling narratives and strengthening organizational brands, Mollie will play a pivotal role in enhancing the…
Read More3 Things to Know, 5.20.24
May 19, 2024 Colleen Dick Here are 3 great things to know this week! Non-Profit Executives Complete Certificate Program Nearly 40 non-profit professionals in our region have just completed the chamber’s Nonprofit Management Program (NPM). This 56-hour fundamentals course covers topics that build skills in the management of people, systems, and finances. Participants learned through…
Read MoreNon-Profit Management Program, Class of 2024
May 15, 2024 Celeste Tiller Non-Profit Executives Complete YCRC Certificate Program Nearly 40 non-profit professionals in our region have just completed the chamber’s Nonprofit Management Program (NPM). This 56-hour fundamentals course covers topics that build skills in the management of people, systems, and finances. Participants learned through case studies, lectures, readings, and discussions. The certificate…
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