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Check Out What’s Going On with Our Chamber Councils!
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!
Last chance to attend LEAD 2024 – happening September 13th!
Legislative Education and Advocacy Day (LEAD) is an exciting event that gives attendees an opportunity to learn about advocacy on the local and state levels.
Presented in partnership with our regional Chambers and the Scranton Area Community Foundation, LEAD is designed to further attendees’ knowledge of the legislative process, grassroots advocacy, and major current statewide and national policy initiatives. This year’s event will be held on Friday, September 13th, 2024.
This event provides attendees with tools and resources to build their advocacy toolbelt and meet their legislators/representatives to discuss topics that are important to them and the communities they serve. Attendees hear from an array of passionate speakers from elected officials, the government sector, community organizers, and advocates. This year’s agenda is below!
2024 LEAD Agenda
7:30-8:00 AM – Registration
8-8:30 AM – Welcome
Presenting Sponsor Comments from Geisinger
The Institute of Public Policy & Economic Development Data Overview Session
8:30-9:30 AM – Mayor Roundtable
9:30-9:45 – Coffee Break
9:45-10:45 AM – Breakout Sessions
Choice Of:
Breakout 1 – Workforce Barriers Discussion
Breakout 2 – Building Thriving Communities
10:45-11:00 AM – Coffee Break
11:00 AM-12:00 PM – Keynote Session with Mike Carroll, Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation
Additionally, the filming of podcast sessions with legislative representatives will also be taking place throughout the day, facilitated by Park Multimedia!
Click here to get more information and to register!
Join us for the Athena Panel Luncheon!
Inspiring Women in Leadership
Join us for an enlightening and engaging lunch at the ATHENA Panel Event hosted by the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber’s Women’s Network. This year, the event will take place on September 24, 2024, at The Westmoreland Club starting at 11 AM.
Our panel of ATHENA honorees will share invaluable insights on career advice, professional growth, and personal empowerment. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with and learn from some of the most inspiring women in our community. Mark your calendars and join us for an event that promises to be both educational and inspirational!
Register here!
Tickets are now on sale for the 2024 Young Professionals Awards!
Celebrate Young Professionals in NEPA
Join us on Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, at Montage Mountain Resort for an unforgettable evening celebrating the achievements of remarkable young professionals in our community! Presented by Coal Creative and in collaboration with our regional chamber partners, this event promises to be an inspiring showcase of talent and leadership.
We just recently announced the top three finalists for each award category, which you can watch in the video section of our Chamber Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/gwvchamber/videos.
Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the live announcement of this year’s category winners and to network with industry leaders, influencers, and fellow young professionals. Whether you know a trailblazer in STEAM, a small business owner driving innovation, or a dedicated voluntary leader, now is the time to honor their accomplishments.
Find out more and purchase your tickets here!
