Business Before Business with Penn State Great Valley
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What a wonderful morning at Penn State Great Valley!
CCCBI wrapped up the month of July with a well-attended Business Before Business at Penn State Great Valley's Conference Center, perfectly designed for nearly 50 guests to find new connections.
One of the best parts about these monthly networking events is that there's always a familiar face to catch up with—and someone you've never met before. Those new introductions are what help our business community continue to grow and thrive.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event another successful morning of networking. We look forward to seeing you at the next Business After Hours at Limoncello Chester Springs!
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Your Chamber Membership comes with a built-in support network, and our Ambassadors are at the heart of it!
These dedicated volunteers help welcome newcomers, foster connections in-person and virtually, support Chamber and Member events, and serve as trusted resources throughout your membership journey. Join us in recognizing this powerhouse group of volunteers all throughout July.
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Meet Mike Teti
Business Development Professional
PLS Direct
"I’m a business development professional with PLS Direct, where I help multifamily property management teams simplify maintenance supply purchasing with direct-to-unit delivery and responsive service. I’m also passionate about relationship-building, local networking, and Philadelphia history, which I share through guided tours, public speaking, and preservation work. Through my work and volunteer efforts, I aim to support a thriving regional business community rooted in its rich historical heritage."
What's one business tool you can't live without?
My CRM, because it keeps me organized, consistent, and accountable in building strong client relationships.
What’s your go-to morning beverage and where is it from?
A hot coffee at Nudy’s Café is how I start the day, and it’s one of my favorite spots for morning networking.
What’s your favorite Chamber Benefit?
The relationships and connections are the most valuable part of the Chamber experience for me, especially at events hosted at places like General Warren and Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens.
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Meet Monica Ferguson
Content Marketing Specialist
IT Edge, Inc.
Monica Ferguson is a Digital Marketing professional who specializes in content creation and distribution. She enjoys local businesses, time with family/friends, and a good book in her free time.
What's one business tool you can't live without?
A business Tool I can't live without is my Osmo Pocket 3 (content capturing for clients)
What’s your go-to morning beverage and where is it from?
Go to morning beverage is a Caramel Iced coffee with cream from Dunkin because I live two houses down from one!
What’s your favorite Chamber Benefit?
As Ambassadors, we get to act as community connectors. When you introduce two members who go on to partner on a major project, you see firsthand how powerful the Chamber network really is. I enjoy meeting people who are always different in personality and business!
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Stay tuned to help us recognize all of our amazing Ambassadors this month. We appreciate you Tim & Monica!
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Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit
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The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue announced that the Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit (WPTC) delivered almost $217 million to over 876,000 Pennsylvanians in its first year. Created by the 2025-2026 state budget, the WPTC is modeled after the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and equal 10% of a recipient's federal credit. The program is intended to provide targeted relief for lower-income households who earned income in Pennsylvania, putting up to $805 back in the pockets of eligible taxpayers.
The Chamber was proud to support the WPTC during consideration last year. President Laura Manion testified before the House Finance Committee in support of the program, saying "our members have seen firsthand how the asynchronous changes to the cost of living and real wages have tightened the disposable income of households. (The WPTC) offers targeted assistance to workers and families who need it most [and] reduces the barriers for firms to attract employees." Individuals and couples qualify for the credit based on their annual income. Joint filers are eligible at higher income levels than individuals, and the number of children also impacts eligibility. More information can be found here.
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Business owners like you have a lot on their plate, from staffing and retaining the right team to balancing finances and putting out fires on a daily basis.
Too often marketing efforts fall down on the priority list or are put on hold to save costs at a time when they are most needed.
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Elysium Marketing Group offers the services and strategy that enable owners to focus on growing their business while we ensure your brand is consistent and reaching the right audiences at the right time. We run digital ad campaigns that directly target your local customers, update your webcopy to best position your business to be referenced by LLMs, and share the stories that drive valuable media coverage.
Elyse Lupin founded Ambler-based Elysium Marketing Group in 2015 fueled by the belief that she could leverage her extensive marketing experience to support growing businesses like yours. Today, Elysium is a full-service marketing agency particularly known for its expertise in the franchise and restaurant industries.
Elysium offers digital marketing, public relations, and creative services through in-house experts who build custom campaigns to match every client’s needs. For franchise brands in particular, Elysium has deep experience driving franchise development, local store marketing, and national marketing efforts for clients including Ace Handyman Services, PrimoHoagies, MY SALON Suite, and Ziggi's Coffee.
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We’d love to hear from and highlight your business! We are seeking member spotlight stories to include in our weekly newsletter!
Email your news to abby@chescochamber.org
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