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Lifetime Business Achievement Award
Lifetime Business Achievement Award February 11, 2023 Colleen Dick From a mini-golf course in 1975 to the multi-use University Center 45+ years later, Gary Williams of Williams & Fudge Inc, has built an incredible career, a thriving family enterprise, and a network of community leaders who consider him to be a key to economic progress.…
Read MoreYoung 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 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, 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 MoreOur Holiday Drop-In is About to Get Ugly
Our Holiday Drop-In is About to Get Ugly November 28, 2022 Rael Jackson Get your ugly sweaters and holiday apparel ready – this year’s Drop-In will be like no other! Gather your co-workers and meet us at Carowind’s Harmony Hall on December 13 to “wrap” up the chamber year and celebrate with lively music and…
Read MoreThis Year, Make a Marketing Plan
This Year, Make a Marketing Plan June 16, 2022 Rael Jackson Our Communication Specialist, Rae’L Jackson writing out marketing plans for the year. Working within our community has shown that creating a marketing plan is the foundation for successful campaigns and new businesses. We’ve put together some of the key pillars of marketing plans to…
Read MoreWhy It’s Important to Buy Local First
Why It’s Important to Buy Local First May 31, 2022 Rael Jackson When you buy local, you do far more than get the items that you want quickly and conveniently. Buying local actually stimulates the economy in our community, helps benefit local schools and charities — and it even helps the environment. Take a look…
Read MoreOpening the Palmetto Tower at Atrium Health
Opening the Palmetto Tower at Atrium Health January 14, 2022 Rael Jackson Chamber President, Dean Faile, recently joined other chamber executives from across the region at a virtual grand opening for Atrium Health Pineville’s new Palmetto Tower. Learn more about their facility here: https://bit.ly/3no15Dw. Categories Advocacy Chamber Benefits Diversity, Equity & Inclusion General Chamber News Leadership…
Read More2021 Strategic Planning Session
2021 Strategic Planning Session December 8, 2021 Rael Jackson Members of our Regional Board, Area Councils and Chamber staff spent time together sharing ideas for organizational growth during a half-day Strategic Planning Session. After reviewing our 2019 Strategic Plan, which was put on hold due to COVID, the group gathered to discuss next steps and…
Read MoreFuture Partner Alert!
Future Partner Alert! October 20, 2021 Colleen Dick (shared from https://www.facebook.com/mygravitycenter) Did you know that today is #SupportYourLocalChamberOfCommerceDay? The York County Regional Chamber is a great resource and serves as a (connection) point between your business and the diverse community of York County! We are so grateful for their partnership and support to our entrepreneurship ecosystem! #Partnerships Categories Advocacy…
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