Chamber Blog--Positioning For Success

McDowell Chamber of Commerce is invested in the success of our county and works to create opportunities, facilitate economic growth, and promote our area as an enticing place to live, work, and play. Our goal is also to be an advocate for our businesses and help them thrive and grow. In Positioning For Success, we'll share tips, tools, expert advice, and resources to help you do just that--Thrive & Grow!
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Three Things To Know About the Restaurant Revitalization Fund

The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. Some of our own establishments have taken advantage of this assistance but many more, may not know about the program or how it works. Here are the top three things you need to know about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund.

Tina Wolfe

Tuesday, March 9, 2021
How Companies Can Get Employees Back to the Workplace Safely

Coronavirus made working from home the norm for most of 2020 and into 2021, however some businesses have begun to gradually return to their offices. As people across the world ease into what was once normal, many remain concerned of potential outbreaks at work, massive shut downs, companies policies to avoid infections, among other issues. While the idea of returning to work in person may sound a bit anxiety-inducing, this guide will navigate what precautions companies are taking as well as what employees

Information provided by Safety.com

Monday, December 28, 2020
The Most Important Things I Learned in 2020

I recently came across a fantastic article in Success Magazine where they asked their readers to share what was the most important thing they learned in 2020. Their answers will perhaps resonate with many of you as you reflect on a pestiferous period.

Tina Wolfe

Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Six Steps For Planning a Post-Covid-19 Marketing Recovery

Chris Cavanaugh, founder and partner of the Magellan Strategy Group offers six steps for planning a post-covid-19 marketing recovery.

Chris Cavanaugh of The Megellan Group

Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Optimism Amid Chaos

These are difficult times and the hardest part is waiting for the processes for funding to be worked out. I find myself in a unique position of hearing the frustration on both sides--the businesses and the lending organizations. What I do know is that no one wants businesses to fail, people to go hungry, or people to lose their lease.

Tina Wolfe