September 2023 Newsletter
Announcements
QuickBooks Crash Course
A 2-part QuickBooks course.
Wednesday, October 4th
6 pm - 8 pm
Pedas Center @ Thiel College
Wednesday, October 18th
6pm - 8 pm
Focus: QuickBooks Online
Zoom Meeting
Members - $20/per course
Member Sign Up
Digital Marketing Bootcamp
2 pm - 4 pm
Wednesday, October 18
Wednesday, October 25
Wednesday, November 1
Wednesday, November 8
Baughman Family Community Center
71 Columbia, Avenue
Greenville, PA 16125
SPACE IS LIMITED
Members - $80 for total series
Non-Members - $120 for total series
Member Reservations
Chamber Coffee Chat
A quarterly morning meeting at Fresh Grounds Coffeehouse 2nd Floor Gallery,
Sans MOCO. Super casual. Come and share what your business or organization has going on!
From the Office
Embracing the Future: Unraveling the Transformative Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Commerce
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern commerce, a revolutionary force is reshaping the way businesses operate and thrive: Artificial Intelligence (AI). From automating routine tasks to unleashing unparalleled insights, AI has emerged as the game-changer that drives operational efficiency, empowers data-driven decision-making, and enhances customer experiences. As AI continues to push the boundaries of technological advancement, it becomes imperative for businesses to recognize its transformative potential and embrace its integration across various sectors. In this article, we delve into the profound impact of AI on commerce, exploring how its adoption promises to revolutionize industries and pave the way for unparalleled growth and success in an increasingly competitive global market.
Okay, Ben speaking. Thanks, Chat GPT (GPT stands for Generative Pre-Trained Transformer), for that wonderful opening paragraph. What an excellent title as well, I had Chat GPT come up with that as well. When I started writing this, I was going to use the title AI Revolution, but the title AI came up with is, admittedly, much more sophisticated.
AI is already changing the landscape in how we do business and there are certainly concerns about some of the negative impacts it can have including bias, lack of transparency and accountability, providing misinformation, and even eliminating job sectors. Although one should proceed with caution, there are some incredible uses of AI that can benefit small businesses if used wisely and responsibly.
Here are some ways AI could be used as a tool for small businesses:
• Product Photography - AI will auto-fill background options for product photos in seconds with apps like Photoroom.
• Professional Headshots - You can use services like Posture Shift where AI can generate professional headshots after submitting a few selfies.
• Content Creation - Generate content in seconds by submitting a prompt to AI like Chat GPT.
• Image Creation and Editing - Photoshop now has a generative option. Just wave your magic wand and create whole new landscapes.
Are you using AI as a tool in your business? If so, how? I'd love to know.
Sincerely,
Benjamin Beck, Executive Director
If you missed last month's post on the power of volunteerism, I invite you to read it here.
Member Spotlight
Phil Godfrey Ford has been serving the Greenville area for over 50 years!
It's at Phil Godfrey Ford where you will find:
• Fantastic deals on new Ford and quality pre-owned vehicles.
• A second-to-none state-of-the-art body shop.
• A professional Ford factory-trained service department.
• A hometown personal experience.
Join us for a Ribbon Cutting as Phil Godfrey Ford celebrates the opening of their brand-new service center! This Thursday, September 7th at 11 am.
Member to Member Perk: 10% off all parts sales.
AWARE, Inc Awarded Grant From The Starbucks Foundation
The Neighborhood Grant recognizes community impact the organization has in domestic and sexual violence.
As part of The Starbucks Foundation’s Neighborhood Grants program, AWARE, Inc. was selected to receive a $1,000 grant. This grant award is thanks to a nomination(s) from a local Starbucks partner (employee) who recognized the work of the organization in Mercer County with domestic and sexual violence. Through this unique program, the Starbucks Foundation invites Starbucks partners to nominate a local organization in their community. Since 2019, more than 10,000 grants have been awarded to local organizations, amounting to more than $15 million.
AWARE provides the following programs to all those living within Mercer County: 24/7, 365 Hotline; Emergency Response Advocacy; Emergency Housing; Rapid Re-Housing; Homeless Prevention; Adult and Youth Advocacy; Elder Victim Advocacy; Legal Advocacy; Mobile Legal Advocacy; Education and Training; Volunteer Programs. Read more…
Welcome New Members!
Bail USA, Inc. is the premier provider of bail bonds in the country and is headquartered in Greenville, Pennsylvania. The company conducts business in 42 states and is the underwriter of choice among bail agents and clients.
What should I expect when I visit a Connect Hearing Center?
Visiting a Connect Hearing Center takes a patient through a lifestyle assessment, a hearing test and a consultation with a hearing care professional. Your HCP will guide you through each step of the visit answering your questions and asking their own.
Member to Member Perk: Refer a Friend Rewards! When you refer a friend or loved one to us for complimentary hearing testing, you both get a gift card as a "Thank You!!" This helps us to raise awareness about the importance of hearing healthcare.
Historic Visitor's Center and Event Center (Underground Railroad Safehouse built in 1856 and listed on the Historic Building Register)
Member to Member Perk: We would like to design and build joint programs and tours with Chamber member-historic sites
Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned company over 100 years strong! Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 22 states across the Midwest, Mideast, and Southwest. Plunkett's is proudly serving the entire Penn/Ohio area with local technicians! Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing and solving pest concerns for our clients. We deliver comprehensive pest management services for: Rodents, Ants, Cockroaches, Flies, Stored Product Pests, Spider Control, Bed Bugs, Termites, Wasps/Bees, Pest Birds, Boxelders, Asian Lady Beetles, Mosquito Control, Weeds, Nuisance Wildlife, and more! Don't make your pest problems worse, call Plunkett's first!
The Community Food Warehouse is a food bank for Mercer County that supplies county-wide emergency food pantries and after-school programs with food products to be distributed to those in need.
Member to Member Perk: We have had many corporate groups reaching out for volunteer opportunities as they see these shifts as a way to not only give back, but team build. While we love having these outside organizations we would love to extend this opportunity to fellow chamber members!
In Other News
We are looking for community members who would like to join a special event committee!
On Monday, April 8th, 2024, Greenville will be in the path of a total solar eclipse! We hope you will join us for ECLIPSE FEST that day at the amphitheater in Riverside Park from 1 pm - 5 pm
Want to be a part of the event planning committee? Sign up here!
The Chamber newsletter is published the first Wednesday of each month except for holidays. Have an announcement? Send it to info@greenvillechamber-pa.com. Information for the next issue is due September 4, 2023
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