The Bedford County Chamber Foundation is pleased to present Leadership Bedford County: a 10-month program designed to provide opportunities for business leaders to explore the county as well as themselves through the eyes of servant leadership. Beginning with an evening orientation in August and a two-day September retreat (with no overnight stay), the soon-to-be-selected class [...]
Announcing the 2024 Annual Dinner Theme - Bedford County Business: The Force Is With Us The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Awards to be presented at the Annual Dinner and Awards Banquet, planned for Thursday, September 19th. As many as seventeen awards will be presented to outstanding businesses, [...]
Employee recognition programs are essential for boosting morale, productivity, and job satisfaction through awards, bonuses, and public acknowledgment. Such programs create a motivational environment, fostering a sense of accomplishment and belonging among employees. Effective recognition reduces turnover rates, with studies showing over 40% higher engagement and less likelihood of employees quitting when recognized. Implementing an [...]
730 words ~ 3.5 min read Securing the right talent is crucial for growth, especially for small businesses facing unique recruitment challenges. The hiring landscape is constantly changing, requiring small business owners to be flexible and adopt innovative recruitment strategies to stay competitive. Leveraging social media and advanced technologies in recruitment can significantly enhance a [...]
Five Time Management Strategies for Small Business Owners and Team Leaders Effective time management is crucial for small business owners and team leaders to enhance productivity and maintain work-life balance. Mastering time management helps in handling multiple roles without becoming overwhelmed, ensuring long-term success. The Eisenhower Matrix aids in prioritizing tasks by distinguishing between what [...]
The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with the Bedford County Visitors Bureau and area attractions to encourage citizens to explore Bedford County this summer. With gas prizes and inflation rising, families will be looking for ways to have fun and save funds...and a Staycation or Local Adventure is a perfect way [...]
Movie Schedule Includes Family Favorites, FREE for All Guests Ages 18 and Younger The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Bedford County Fair, invites the community to the Silver Lining Drive-In for the 5th summer of movies at the Bedford County Fairgrounds. The family-friendly films, scheduled for most Summer Saturdays (except for [...]
The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present our 13th annual Women in Business Conference, designed to educate, enlighten and inspire a regional audience of professional women: Thursday, May 9th, 2024 at the Omni Bedford Springs Resort. Spring Conference Speakers Announced The Chamber is excited to announce the speaker line-up for our 2024 [...]
Bedford County, PA -- The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce invites one and all to the 2024 Home, Garden, Lifestyle & Outdoors Show, presented in partnership with Juniata Trading Co. and State Farm Agents Matt Randall and Michael Meehan. “The Home Show has been our signature celebration of spring for more than twenty-five years,” said [...]
Honoring Hall of Fame Inductees, Citizen of the Year, Rising Stars and More Bedford County, PA -- The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the five (5) businesses being inducted into the Bedford County Business Hall of Fame as part of the organization’s 2nd annual signature spring awards event planned for Friday, [...]
