Now more than ever it’s critical to reset and learn about the current state of the business and community landscape in Lancaster at one of our most popular signature events of the year: State Of The County. We’re bringing this event to you virtually this year and will feature community partner experts who will offer …
The Lancaster Chamber strives to provide opportunity for local business and community leaders to share insight and perspective on a variety of current topics. Since Summer 2020, we have been elevating voices from the community through our Words That Activate Change series. This campaign is focused on uplifting voices in our community that encourage dialogue, cultivate …
The Lancaster Chamber strives to provide opportunity for local business and community leaders to share their insight and perspective on a variety of current topics. This Words That Activate Change series is focused on uplifting voices in our community that encourage dialogue, cultivate transformation, offer thought-provoking ideas, and challenge all of us to be better, …
Words That Activate Change: Featuring Mike McKenna Read More »
The Lancaster Chamber strives to provide opportunity for local business and community leaders to share their insight and perspective on a variety of current topics. This Words That Activate Change series is focused on uplifting voices in our community that encourage dialogue, cultivate transformation, offer thought-provoking ideas, and challenge all of us to be better, …
Words That Activate Change: Featuring Vanessa Philbert Read More »
The Lancaster Chamber strives to provide opportunity for local business and community leaders to share their insight and perspective on a variety of current topics. This Words That Activate Change series is focused on uplifting voices in our community that encourage dialogue, cultivate transformation, offer thought-provoking ideas, and challenge all of us to be better, be stronger, …
Words That Activate Change: Featuring Heidi Castillo and Olé Hongvanthong Read More »
Our Annual Business Meeting is a presentation of all we plan to do in 2021, and how we want to best serve you, our customer and community, throughout the year. It is your chance to keep us accountable in engaging with you, your business, and/or your organization as we navigate the challenging landscape ahead of …
Below is a statement from the Lancaster Chamber on 01-08-2021. American democracy came under assault this week. And the Lancaster Chamber condemns the behavior of the rioters and perpetuators of untruths in the strongest of terms. It bent –but, most importantly, didn’t break- all that we hold true about our democracy and way-of-life in the …
Late Monday, Congress approved a $900 billion stimulus package to provide money for small businesses, schools and child-care, and vaccine distribution, as well as extending enhanced federal unemployment benefits and providing stimulus checks. You can find the full bill (5,593 pages) here. Below is a summary of key components: Relief for Businesses Paycheck Protection Program …
Following the December 10th announcement from Governor Wolf on extended mitigation efforts, the Lancaster Chamber has issued the following statement: With his actions today, the Governor has made a devastating public health situation even more devastating for business. While it is incumbent upon all of us to do all we can to follow safety protocols …
Lancaster Chamber Statement Regarding New Mitigation Efforts – 12/10/2020 Read More »
Many small businesses may be hit with a surprise tax bill related to Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans unless Congress acts soon. As outlined by the American Institute of CPAs, in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Congress clearly intended for recipients of forgiven PPP loans to be able to deduct otherwise-deductible expenses …
PPP Expense Deductions For Small Businesses – Urgent Update Read More »
