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“Aviation Careers Night” set for March 18 at Saint Vincent
LATROBE, PA – Saint Vincent College will host “Aviation Careers Night” from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, inside the Fred M. Rogers Center on campus. “The event is open to anyone interested in exploring the multiple opportunities in the aviation industry, including piloting,” said Dr. Michael Urick, C’04, dean of the Alex G. McKenna School of Business, Economics and Government at Saint Vincent College. “We're really excited to welcome an expert group of speakers and panelists to share their
Community, Confidence & Crowns: 2026 Banana Split Princess Pageant Set for April 26
LATROBE, PA — The 2026 Banana Split Princess Pageant will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at Robindale Auditorium in Latrobe, celebrating leadership, confidence, and community involvement among local youth. The annual pageant is presented by the Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce as part of the lead-up to the Great American Banana Split Celebration this August. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their communication skills, poise, and commitment to community
Building A Profitable Beauty Salon Through Better Money Management
Beauty salons operate at the intersection of creativity and commerce. A successful salon must balance client experience, staff compensation, inventory control, and cash flow management — all while staying profitable in a competitive service industry. Financial management is not just about tracking money; it shapes pricing, hiring decisions, and long-term growth.Key Financial Takeaways Track revenue by service category to identify your most profitable treatments. Separate fixed and variable costs to
Pack your bags: Chamber announces two international trips — Central Europe in & Costa Rica
[LATROBE, PA] – The Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is inviting members, friends, and community travelers to see the world together with two unforgettable international trips on the horizon — and the excitement is already building. Since launching its international travel program with a trip to Egypt in 2022, the Chamber has continued to prove that exploring the world is better together. Most recently, travelers journeyed through the Galápagos, Ecuador, and Peru in October
Simple Efficiency Upgrades That Help Small Teams Do More
Small businesses in the Greater Latrobe–Laurel Valley region often juggle tight margins, limited staff, and rising expectations from customers. Yet the path to smoother operations doesn’t always require sweeping change. Sometimes, a few targeted improvements can unlock significant gains in productivity and capacity. Learn below about: Practical, immediately usable efficiency levers for small teams Ways to reduce recurring friction in daily operations Steps to streamline workflows without large
2020 Banana Split Celebration Dates Announcement
Latrobe, Pa. (September 2019) — It is with great pleasure that the Greater Latrobe - Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce announces August 21-23 as the date of the 2020 Great American Banana Split Celebration. Highlights of the 2019 celebration included the first Banana Split Princess Pageant, a third stage, blood drive, big banana car, an over 21 area, goat yoga, and expanded activity schedule for kids and adults. It is estimated that 12,000 people attended over the course of the three day event as Latrobe
GLLV Neighborhood Visitor & Information Center Traffic Continues to Increase
The Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Neighborhood Visitor & Information Center is many things to many people. It is a bright, shiny tribute to the businesses and people of the area. It’s a showcase for history and memorabilia from the area. The VIC has proven to be ground zero for business transactions between members. And yes, it’s the home of the chamber staff that has constantly created buzz and excitement within the new GLLV organization. “I’ve been in a lot of chambers offices and
