SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Small nonfarm businesses in 46 Missouri counties and neighboring counties in Illinois, Iowa and Kansas are now eligible to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Director Tanya N. Garfield of SBA's Disaster Field...

Leaders have a big impact on their team - positive or negative. As such, leadership problems can be devastating. Find out how to fix it.

Every week the U.S. Chamber's Vice President of Small Business Policy Tom Sullivan summarizes the latest data and what it means for the health of America's small businesses.

Did you know the #StCharlesCounty Workforce & Business Development Department hosts events to assist job seekers? Explore options, improve skills and make connections at workshops and networking events. 

The term 'sales commission' is not just jargon for small businesses. It's the fuel that powers your sales team's ambition and productivity. This guide unravels the concept of sales commission,

Is your organization or are some of your staff the "go-to" people in your field? Do people recognize you as an authority on a specific topic? Do others look to your writing for insights and guidance? If so, then you are likely a nonprofit thought leader!

According to the MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index for the first quarter of this year, small businesses' concern over inflation has reached a new high as more brace for an uncertain future. With inflation keeping costs high, and high interest rates, smart business owners are asking themselves how to weather the storm.

Hiring was largely unchanged, and the number of workers quitting their jobs increased. The data will be watched closely by Federal Reserve policymakers.

St. Charles County will install new-technology traffic controls for multiple intersections to help improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.

The benefits of optimism go far beyond a good mood. Did you know that optimistic leaders can inspire their teams to greatness? Learn how here.

Does Meta have what it takes to actually kill Twitter?

Vetoes impacting communities in St. Charles County include:

- $12 million for a police training facility in O'Fallon

-$7 million to upgrade an emergency dispatch call and phone system in St. Charles County

-$5 million for an interest-free loan for drinking water infrastructure in St. Charles.

Research shows that the hiring process is impartial and unfair. Unconscious racism, ageism, and sexism play a big role in who gets hired. The good news is there are steps you can take to reduce unconscious biases. Here are some strategies: (1) Simplify.

If you want to be your best and perform at a high level, fear of people's opinions may be holding you back. Our fear of other people's opinions, or FOPO, has become an irrational and unproductive obsession in the modern world, and its negative effects reach far beyond performance.

Industry professionals surveyed say that local permitting and zoning regulations are a key barrier in converting office space to other real estate uses.

Does business-speak make you want to tear your hair out? A new poll by Duolingo and LinkedIn tries to 'drill down' on workplace jargon.

An estimated 60 percent of those leaving prison are unemployed a year later. But after a push for "second-chance hiring," some programs show promise.

This luncheon is our format for connecting you with business & community leaders. This meeting is sponsored by CACi. Speaker: Jim Wild, Executive Director, East-West Gateway Council of Governments. East-West Gateway Council of Governments (EWG) was incorporated in 1965 to provide a forum for...

Travel With The St. Charles Regional Chamber Join the St. Charles Regional Chamber on an enchanting journey to the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany, Italy! Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history, culture, and culinary delights as we embark on this unforgettable trip. From the iconic rolling hills to the charming medieval towns, Tuscany offers...