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Chamber Hosting Workshop on Cyber Security for Your Business

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce is offering a workshop on Cyber Security For Your Business on Wednesday, April 18th. The program is being presented by Innotek Computer Consulting.The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce is offering a workshop on Cyber Security For Your Business on Wednesday, April 18th. The program is being presented by Innotek Computer Consulting.

This workshop is ideal for business owners, IT directors, and executives concerned about their vulnerability to cyber attacks. As a bonus, all attendees will receive a free DarkWeb ID scan for their business.

InnoTek staff will walk you through the key layers of security that every business should have in place to lessen their risk of cyber attack. You will be able to compare your current policies with industry best practices, check the DarkWeb for credentials related to your business, test staff on their ability to recognize phishing emails, and develop an Action Plan to better protect yourself from cyber criminals.

PA State Senator John Yudichak to Speak at Red Carpet Breakfast

Continuing with the chamber’s legislative series, PA Senator John Yudichak, representing the 14th Senatorial District will address the business community on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at the Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce Red Carpet Breakfast program. He will discuss business and industry related news affecting the Greater Hazleton area community with a spotlight on the Luzerne County “SHINE” program. Attendees will also have the opportunity for a question and answer session at the end of his presentation. “Attracting and retaining quality manufacturing companies like IRIS, Highwood USA, and Hershey requires a collective effort centered on workforce Development. The Greater Hazleton area and its business community have embraced this approach with their unwavering support of innovative educational initiatives like the Hazleton Area Academy of Sciences, and the Luzerne County SHINE program. As a result, our students are acquiring 21st-sentgury advanced manufacturing skills, such as 3-D printing , which will allow them to compete for and secure family sustaining jobs in the future, “ said Senator John Yudichak. The breakfast program is sponsored by PPL Utilities, and will take place at Capriotti’s , One Banks Avenue, McAdoo, PA .

Chamber Recruiting Volunteers for the "Great Pennsylvania Cleanup in Greater Hazleton"

Great PA Cleanup The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, along with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will once again sponsor the "Great Pennsylvania Cleanup” campaign. The one-day cleanup will be conducted Saturday, April 21, 2018 rain or shine. The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, along with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will once again sponsor the "Great Pennsylvania Cleanup” campaign. The one-day cleanup will be conducted Saturday, April 21, 2018 rain or shine.

"The Great Pennsylvania Cleanup" is a statewide effort designed to encourage concerned citizens and groups to participate in a meaningful community beautification effort. The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce is the local coordinator for the Greater Hazleton Area.

Chamber and Lackawanna College Hazleton Center to Offer Train the Trainer Program

The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce and the Lackawanna College Continuing Education Department are offering a Train the Trainer program on Tuesday, April 24th. The Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce and the Lackawanna College Continuing Education Department are offering a Train the Trainer program on Tuesday, April 24th.

Train the Trainer provides an opportunity to learn what composes effective training and how to incorporate those principles into your training programs. Learn to design and deliver effective training that is well received, readily understood, and results in participant learning. You'll engage learners with differing styles and create a positive learning environment. A reliable set of tools and techniques will be provided that you can use in any training situation.