As Executive Director of the Kenmore-Tonawanda Chamber of Commerce, I’m fortunate to attend events that showcase just how connected and supportive our community truly is. Three recent gatherings highlighted that spirit in unique ways each reminding me of the power of...
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W2 or 1099? Simple Employee Classification Tests for Employers
April 22, 2025 Written by Complete Payroll Getting worker classification right is crucial. Misclassifying W-2 employees and 1099 independent contractor carries significant legal and financial implications. Misclassification can lead to hefty penalties, back...
Common Accounting Errors Small Businesses Make
By Miranda Fraraccio , Contributor, US Chamber of Commerce Here are some of the most common accounting errors small businesses make. Lack of organization Bookkeeping requires great organizational skills. You’ll have to record every transaction, store or...
Child Care Navigator Tool Available to Help Businesses Retain Employees Needing Child Care
submitted by the Child Care Resource Network The Child Care Business Navigator Toolkit is officially launched here in WNY! The Business Navigator is a free guide designed to help employers understand their employees' child care needs and connect them with relevant tax...
THE SILENT DANGER: A POWERFUL LESSON FOR EVERY BUSINESS FROM THIS $1.6 BILLION RANSOMWARE ATTACK
Courtesy of Richard Hermann, TC Technologies, a legacy member of the Ken-Ton Chamber of Commerce Posted on Jun 26 2024. Caption for photo: In recent months, the alarming cybersecurity breach at Change Healthcare, the health care payment-processing company under the...
40 Western New York Business Leaders and Elected Officials Hold Major News Conference to address proposed NYSDEC Regulation 6 NYCRR Part 494 and the Devastating Effects it will have on businesses and consumers throughout New York State
by Joseph R. Ciffa, President, JRC Promotions Buffalo, NY – March 12, 2024- In December 2023, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) introduced proposed revisions to its Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phasedown regulation as part of the...
New Law for Greater Consumer Protections and More Transparency Takes Effect
A new consumer protection law went into effect on February 11, 2024. This new law will amend and clarify New York’s existing credit card surcharge law. The NYS Division of Consumer Protection assists aggrieved consumers in the marketplace and the New York State...
Get Over Your Fear of Video and onto YouTube
By Catherine Piciulo, President/CEO Ken-Ton Chamber of Commerce There’s an untapped goldmine out there for your business—YouTube. Beyond the fact that it is the second-largest search engine globally (behind its parent Google), YouTube offers a unique space for...
10 Fears You Need to Overcome as a Successful Business Owner
Starting and managing a business is no small feat. While you may feel empowered to work for yourself, it can be daunting.
How to Include Pay Transparency in Job Posts
by our Partner, Complete Payroll There are seven states that are legally required to provide salary range descriptions. These states are; Maryland, Connecticut, Nevada, Rhode Island, Washington, California, and New York. Additional states considering a...