Board Notes
A WEEK IN REVIEW... SEPTEMBER 25, 2026
A quick look at the work, conversations, and opportunities moving across the Chamber
Member Promotion & Support
Marketing & Digital Outreach
Our social and digital outreach continues to promote members, partners, programs and the momentum happening across Fayette County.
Ribbon Cuttings & Member Visibility
We have celebrated more than 8 ribbon cuttings in the last month alone, helping member businesses gain visibility and community connection.
Chamber Reception • September 30
We are preparing for our 101-year Chamber Reception at the Grayson House. Have you reserved your spot yet? Call the Chamber office to register - See you there!
Small Business Season
We are gearing up to celebrate, promote and support local businesses across the county.
Partner Support & Connections
Business After Hours
Join us for a nice networking evening at Fay-Penn's upcoming Business After Hours. We love continued partner engagement across the county!
Kathi Rabbitt Recognition
Congratulations to Kathi Rabbitt, recipient of the 2026 Pathfinder Award at the Laurel Highlands Tourism Annual Dinner.
Brownsville
We are proud to continue our work our affiliate, the GreaterBrownsville Area Chamber. Great things are on the horizon!
BUSINESS GROWTH, WORKFORCE, & TALENT
Heartland Expansion
Heartland's $65 million expansion announcement is an exciting reminder of the strength and future of manufacturing in our county.
EQT Mechanical Design & Workplace Challenge
Our middle school STEAM competition continues to grow and connect students to problem solving, design and career pathways.
Pittsburgh Gateways Pre-Apprenticeship
We are working with Pittsburgh Gateway's and regional building trades partners to bring pre-apprenticeship opportunities to Lafayette County.
Eberly Campus Transition Team / Campus Hub Project
We continue to help co-lead efforts tied to the Eberly Campus Transition Team and the long-term Campus Hub project.
BUSINESS ISSUES WE'RE TRACKING
NextEra Open House
We attended NextEra Energy Resources’ community open house regarding the proposed East Riverside Energy Center project.
Child Care + Small Games of Chance
We’re tracking two more issues affecting local employers, businessess, and community organizations: access to reliable child care and PA’s Small Games of Chance legislation.
pennsylvaniaenergycenter@NextEraEnergy.com
PLACE, HEALTH, & COMMUNITY MOMENTUM
Fayette Living Well Coalition
We continue to work with the Fayette County Living Well Coalition and are working to learn all we can about the Rural Health Transformation Fund.
Reminder: the next meeting is open to attend - 10/5@ 1:00 Hilton Garden Inn!
Halloween Parade Oct. 28
The Chamber is once again organizing the Fayette County Halloween Parade - one more way we help create activity and visibility in our community!
To participate or sponsor this great event, call the Chamber office at 724-437-4571
What is one issue, opportunity or partner need the Chamber should be focused on right now to help make our business community stronger?
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