Wells Fargo to Provide up to $60 Million to Concordance National Expansion Efforts
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. is supporting a national expansion of Concordance, a nonprofit with a proven record of reducing repeat criminal offenses from individuals returning to the community. The company plans to donate up to $60 million to help focus on advancing financial health and stability for Concordance participants. The new funding is “transformative,” according to Concordance officials, in accelerating plans to open 40 new “healing first” centers nationwide over the next eight
Introducing the Fountain Inn Chamber Foundation: A New 501c(3) Nonprofit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEIntroducing the Fountain Inn Chamber Foundation: A New 501c(3) NonprofitFountain Inn, SC – July 11, 2024The Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the establishment of the Fountain Inn Chamber Foundation, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization committed to serving our community. With a clear mission and a bold vision, the Fountain Inn Chamber Foundation aims to make a lasting impact on Fountain Inn and its residents.Mission Statement: The Fountain Inn Chamber Foundation is
City of Fountain Inn Introduces Dedicated Golf Cart Parking in Downtown
Fountain Inn, SC — The City of Fountain Inn is pleased to announce the introduction of dedicated golf cart parking in its downtown area. This initiative will add 20 new parking spaces specifically designed for golf cart use, enhancing accessibility and convenience for residents and visitors alike. This new development is a direct result of the recently adopted INNvision comprehensive plan, which aims to foster a more accessible and pedestrian-friendly environment. The INNvision plan encourages the use of
Leadership Golden Strip Class 4 kicks off with 13 Current & Emerging Leaders
Fountain Inn, SC- Leadership Golden Strip, a year long, collaborative leadership program of the Greater Mauldin, Simpsonville Area, and Fountain Inn Chambers, launched Class #4 on January 23rd with a mixer, and a full day of team building on the 24th at the Mauldin Cultural Center. The mission of Leadership Golden Strip is to educate and inspire a diverse group of current and emerging leaders to create collaborations and partnerships to impact the community needs of the Upstate of South Carolina. The
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Make These Changes to Your Website to Boost Your Business
As a business owner, you know that it's important to stay ahead of the curve and be prepared for any changes in the market. With the current economic climate, many businesses are struggling to stay afloat. Making website adjustments can help you keep your business running during turbulent times. Here are some changes you can make to not only survive during these challenging times, but thrive:Make Navigation Easier One way to make sure customers have a good experience when visiting your website is to
How to Succeed in Business Without A College Degree
It is often assumed that having a college degree is the only way to be successful in business, but there are many paths to success, and plenty of entrepreneurs have forged their own way without formal education. The key is to make good use of the tools that are available to you, many of which are free or low-cost, as well as the resources available at the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce. With the right moves, you can find success as a business owner; here are a few tips on how to get started.Create an
Prepare Your Fountain Inn Store for the Holiday Shopping Season
The holiday season is right around the corner, and it's time to get your head in the game. American consumers are expected to spend many hundreds of billions of dollars this holiday season, so it's crucial that your store is prepared to take advantage of the increased foot traffic and spending. Follow these tips from the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce to get your store ready for the holidays.Seasonal Decorating A great way to get your customers into the holiday spirit (and spending mood) is to decorate
Ways to Maintain a Healthy Cash Flow for Your Small Business in Fountain Inn, SC
Membership in the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce offers invaluable benefits to entrepreneurs in our community. Join us today! 864-862-2586 x122 As a small business owner, Valenta notes that it's important to keep a close eye on your cash flow. After all, healthy cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. If you're not bringing in enough money to cover your expenses, you won't be in business for long. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to improve your cash flow. In this blog post,
