Carbon Chamber
The Ribbon is Cut… Now What?
The red ribbon and oversized scissors appear at local businesses two to three occasions per month. So, what is a “ribbon cutting ceremony”? How does this type of event help businesses and why do we spend our time planning such events? We’ve had the pleasure of working with a number of business owners throughout the…
Read MoreTis’ the Season for Networking
Holiday luncheons, family dinners, work parties, neighborhood get-togethers and festive feasts! Tis the season for gatherings, so why not use them to your benefit? Networking opportunities are all around you during the busy holiday season. After-hours business mixers are not the only avenues available for networking opportunities. As you attend holiday festivities, be sure to have…
Read MoreMaking a Difference Through Volunteering
By Alice Wanamaker, CCEDC Member Relations Director “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Did Dr. Seuss know the power of his statement or the impact it would have on our lives? Probably not, but let’s stop and think for a moment about the…
Read MoreA Few of My Favorite Things
By: Alice Wanamaker, CCEDC Member Relations Director I applaud those of you who have or are in the process of establishing a business in Carbon County and for not only taking a positive step toward growing your business but also investing in yourself and the community. There are so many things to think about when starting…
Read MoreBuilding a Climate of Trust
By Marlyn Kissner, Executive V.P. of the GLVCC and Executive Director of the CCEDC It’s enjoyable and relaxing for many of us to meet up and hang out with friends after work or on the weekends. We find comfort in sharing stories, laughing and joking or discussing serious and sensitive matters among friends and family.…
Read MoreSupport Your Local Farmer
By Kathy Henderson, Director of Economic Development, CCEDC When you think of small businesses, you may think of many different types. The local bakery, a restaurant or that cute shop that sells handmade soaps and lotions or even a nail salon or accountant. Here in Carbon County, we have lots of those businesses. Some of…
Read MoreWhy Brick & Mortar Stores Are Still Important
By: Kathy Henderson, Director of Economic Development (CCEDC) These days all you need sometimes to start a new business is a laptop a smartphone and a space to work such as a kitchen table. You can create an ecommerce site and your customers can begin purchasing your products or services without you having a huge…
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