We’re teaming up with community partners all over Northeastern Pennsylvania to bring you a closer look at what makes our amazing counties, cities, towns and villages so unique. Keep your eye on this space for regular contributions from local organizations, visitors’ bureaus, tourism boards, chambers and so much more.
Check Out What’s Going On With Our Chamber Councils
Keep an eye out for awesome Chamber events this month!
The Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce wants to keep you updated each month with everything that their volunteer councils have planned this year, including featured upcoming events, community programs, and business community features!
Their Councils include the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council, Women’s Council, Young Professionals Council, Nonprofit Council, Government Affairs Council, and Ambassadors Council!
Upcoming Council Event Spotlight – 2023 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Forum
Join us for our 4th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Forum, happening on April 20th, 2023, hosted in partnership with our regional chambers, and presented by PNC. This day-long conference is aimed at increasing awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Wyoming Valley. Join us in the THINK Center in Downtown Wilkes-Barre. This year’s conference will feature two tracks of breakout sessions, with one track showcasing diverse-owned businesses and diverse entrepreneurs and the other track showcasing DEI workplace practices! Visit our event page for more information and to register to attend with us!
Community Opportunities – Celebrate Diversity Month!
Throughout the month of April, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council is highlighting leaders locally who are involved in diversity, equity, and inclusion causes and initiatives in our community. This campaign includes a post highlighting the individual, as well as a graphic piece of the individual to be shared across the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber social media platforms. Follow us @gwvchamber to see them!
Get Involved in Community Initiatives – Apply to Participate in This Year’s Amplify Women’s Leadership Program!
This premier women’s leadership certificate program is the first of its kind in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Cutting-edge leadership development, high-level networking opportunities, and access to a dynamic series of speakers offers participants an unprecedented and transformative leadership experience that address the unique needs of women in the workforce. Amplify is a powerhouse collaboration between Leadership Northeast, the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce Elevate Women’s Network, and Dr. Christine Kiesinger of CEK Communication.
Find out more and apply to participate HERE!
