Venango Area Chamber of Commerce

The members of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce annually produce jointly through volunteer efforts an "oil heritage festival" in an effort to advance the public perception of the city of oil city, as well as Venango county and to invite people from outstide the community, as well as local residents, to come to the city and participate in the city's past and current heritage. The event is meant to create business, inforamtion, and leadership connections.

The Chamber advocates for a healthy business climate, through the be here Venango quality of life initiative, legislative advocacy and convening business forums and educational opportunities for member businesses and organizations.

Leadership programs: the Chamber hosts several programs to advance leadership in Venango county, working with local schools, young professionals and civic leadership. - venangoready - k-12 work readiness program - flex - future leaders entrepreneurs exchange (young professionals) - leadership Venango - 9 month leadership program

All other programs include, but not limited to, membership programs and support services in order to promote business connections, flow of information and spotlight local businesses. Programs and events include social gatherings, golf outings, dinners, etc. The young professional program spotlights future leaders and entrepreneurs' of the Area, allowing them to make connections and develope their careers in order to help shape the future of the Venango Area. Leadership Venango is a nine-month program designed to motivate individuals who desire to become more effective leaders. The program seeks to better understand the problems and the opportunities in Venango county to further future growth and sustain. All programs were sucessful this year and continue to grow interst among the residents and businessowners of Venango county.