General Chamber News
Smarter, Faster, Wiser: How AI Can Help You Make Better Decisions Without Losing Your Judgment
Smarter, Faster, Wiser: How AI Can Help You Make Better Decisions Without Losing Your Judgment November 24, 2025 AI helps leaders turn information overload into clarity and speed. The best results happen when you use AI to augment human judgment, not replace it. Combining machine intelligence with human intuition leads to sharper, faster decisions. The goal is…
Read MoreYork County Regional Chamber Foundation Launches LIFT Campaign with 60% of Goal
York County Regional Chamber Foundation Launches LIFT Campaign with 60% of Goal November 18, 2025 Mollie Rose York County is growing and with that growth comes both opportunity and responsibility. As employers expand operations, as new industries explore the region, and as families choose York County as home, our community must be ready with a…
Read MoreBlueprint 2035: Shaping South Carolina’s Economic Future
Blueprint 2035: Shaping South Carolina’s Economic Future September 2, 2025 Mollie Rose Blueprint 2035: Shaping South Carolina’s Economic Future South Carolina is at a pivotal point in its economic growth. With one of the fastest-growing populations in the nation and a thriving business community, our state has an opportunity to not just keep pace—but to…
Read MoreRegional Sourcing Turns Local Partnerships into Lasting Advantages
Regional Sourcing Turns Local Partnerships into Lasting Advantages August 20, 2025 Local sourcing brings speed, quality, and deeper connections. Being nearby means more control and faster problem-solving. Investing locally builds community goodwill and brand trust. Start small today—test one item with a local partner. 579 words ~ 3 min. read Sometimes the best way to…
Read MoreOnes to Watch Profile: Will Gilmore
Ones to Watch Profile: Will Gilmore August 15, 2025 At YMCA Camp Cherokee, summer is more than a season—it’s a place where lifelong memories are made, leadership skills take root, and confidence grows. For Will “Happy” Gilmore, Executive Camp Director, ensuring those opportunities are accessible to every child—regardless of background—is both a professional mission and…
Read MoreRevenue Without Regret: Designing Offers You’re Proud to Sell
Revenue Without Regret: Designing Offers You’re Proud to Sell August 6, 2025 Mollie Rose Growth shouldn’t come at the cost of trust. Your best offers align with your values. Ethical, high-value offers strengthen customer loyalty and long-term revenue. The best sales strategy? Solving real problems for the right people, not selling everything to everyone. Design…
Read MoreOnes to Watch Profile: Trey Griffy
Ones to Watch Profile: Trey Griffy July 31, 2025 As Branch Manager of Nesbit Agencies Carolinas, Trey Griffy is leading with both purpose and performance. Since stepping into his leadership role in 2019, he has transformed the agency’s Southeast division—based in Fort Mill—into one of its strongest performers. Under Trey’s guidance, the office has seen…
Read MoreChamber SVP, Colleen Dick, Earns Certified Community Leadership Practitioner (CCLP) Designation
Chamber SVP, Colleen Dick, Earns Certified Community Leadership Practitioner (CCLP) Designation July 23, 2025 Mollie Rose The Association of Leadership Programs (ALP) proudly recognizes Colleen Dick, Senior Vice President at the York County Regional Chamber of Commerce (SC), Jessica Stanford, Vice President of Leadership and Advocacy at the Midland Chamber of Commerce (TX), Linda Valdez Thompson, CEO of Valdez Thompson…
Read MoreYour Business Isn’t Too Small to Build a Brand
Your Business Isn’t Too Small to Build a Brand July 22, 2025 Mollie Rose Branding isn’t about size. It’s about clarity, consistency, and purpose. Small businesses with strong brands grow faster and retain more loyal customers. A brand is the promise you keep, not just the logo you use. Start with your story and values.…
Read MoreOnes to Watch Profile: Travis Shealey
Ones to Watch Profile: Travis Shealey July 16, 2025 When it comes to dedication, service, and leadership in York County, few embody those values as fully as Travis Shealey, K9 Sergeant with the York County Sheriff’s Office. With over a decade of service in law enforcement and nearly two decades as a volunteer firefighter, Travis…
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