Dean of Saint Vincent College’s McKenna School featured on the BBC
ean of Saint Vincent College’s McKenna School featured on the BBC LATROBE, PA— Dr. Michael J. Urick, dean of the Alex G. McKenna School of Business, Economics and Government and professor of management and operational excellence at Saint Vincent College, was featured on the “What makes a good boss?” episode of the BBC World Service audio program “The Forum.” The show began streaming October 28 on the BBC website and is also available as a podcast. On the show, Urick discussed his work on learning about
Dr. Helen Burns, SVC Nursing chair, receives Pitt Distinguished Practice Award
LATROBE, PA—Dr. Helen Burns, who has recently been appointed as the Rev. Owen Roth, O.S.B., Inaugural Director of Nursing and chair of the Department of Nursing at Saint Vincent College, has been presented with a Distinguished Practice Award from the University of Pittsburgh. The award is in recognition of the triumphs achieved by University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing alumni and their profound influence on the nursing vocation. Since 2011, Dr. Burns has served as senior vice president and chief
Shifting Gears: Website Updates to Sustain Business Through Rough Times
In the ever-shifting terrain of today's business world, many companies struggle to keep their momentum going. The changes can be fast and furious, but one constant remains: the power of a solid online presence. A well-planned website, consistently adapted to meet the changing needs of customers, can serve as an anchor that keeps a business steady during periods of uncertainty. In this article, we explore practical website adjustments that not only help businesses survive but also thrive in turbulent
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
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
