News for Press Release
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce Joins Call to
Protect Small Businesses from Unfair Unemployment Insurance Burden
The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce stands with businesses in opposing efforts by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to pass on the cost of a $2.1 billion unemployment insurance (UI) overpayment mistake to local employers. This error, which occurred during the height of the COVID-19 ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Political, Economic, Press Release
Thursday, December 12, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes.
While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Wednesday, October 02, 2024
In today's fast-paced world, many individuals are seeking holistic and alternative approaches to health and wellness. Building a successful alternative wellness practice requires not only a deep understanding of various healing modalities but also a strategic approach to growing your business. Whether you specialize in acupuncture, naturopathy, herbal medicine, or energy healing, creating a ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, General News Article
Tuesday, October 01, 2024
What began as a heartfelt gesture by a nurse bringing a Thanksgiving meal to her workplace has blossomed into a major initiative that touches thousands of lives. Eleven years ago, Gina, a dedicated healthcare professional, decided to share her Thanksgiving meal with co-workers and patients. That small act of kindness has grown into "Gina's Giving Back," a charitable organization delivering full ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release
Friday, September 06, 2024
GraVoc announced that it has completed the acquisition of Centric Park, a new-breed design agency providing CX strategy and digital product design services to customers nationwide.
Founded in 2021, Centric Park redefines user experience design with a human-centered approach that examines how individuals interact with businesses and technology products. Centric Park uses groundbreaking research ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Sunday, September 01, 2024
For over 25+ years, Centerboard has been a key organization involved in providing permanent housing solutions and continues to support, educate and promote individuals and families to gain financial independence and stability.
This summer, one of Centerboard’s residents shared their amazing success story about her experience from entering Centerboard’s scattered sites program in 2020 and ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Human Interest, Press Release
Friday, August 02, 2024
PACC member, GraVoc, is excited to share that they have been ranked #20 among the Largest IT Consulting Firms in Massachusetts by the Boston Business Journal! This achievement is a testament to GraVoc's growth and resilience over the past 30 years, their innovative IT solutions portfolio, and their longstanding customer relationships.
The Boston Business Journal’s Book of Lists offers a detailed ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release
Friday, February 02, 2024
Dear Editor,
We are writing to shed light on an issue that affects not only the commercial sector but also has a profound impact on the residents of our community: the City of Peabody enjoys one of the lowest residential property tax rates in the Commonwealth which is subsidized by a higher tax rate on commercial properties. As representatives of the business community, the Peabody Area Chamber ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, General News Article
Friday, December 15, 2023
Peabody, Dec 14, 2023 – The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) proudly announces it has welcomed an astounding 60+ new members within a 24-hour period, increasing its membership count to over 340 dedicated businesses and individuals. This surge in membership is a testament to the Chamber's steadfast commitment to fostering economic development post Covid and providing invaluable resources for ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, General News Article, Press Release
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Paper’s out, people.
Award-winning comedian, writer, and producer Hasan Minhaj has partnered with Adobe Acrobat to celebrate 30 years of PDFs and to promote the power of paperless creativity and collaboration in today's digital age. The partnership highlights the importance of using digital tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity, especially in the current work-from-home ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Chamber, Economic, Press Release
Friday, May 05, 2023
As an entrepreneur, you’re eager to get to work. However, before you jump into franchise ownership, it's important to understand what goes into the decision. There are upsides and downsides to owning a franchise, and it's important to weigh both before making a decision. In this article, the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce takes a look at the pros and cons of franchise ownership so you can make ...read more
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