Are Your Independent Contractors Properly Classified? (Webinar)
The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently issued a final Rule which reverts the independent contractor analysis back to a multifactor, totality-of-the-circumstances review that, as compared to the current federal DOL Rule in place will almost assuredly result in more workers being classified as employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The federal DOL’s final
Chamber Office Closed
Please be informed that the Chamber office will be closed on Good Friday, in observance of the Easter holiday. We will resume regular business hours on Monday.
First Friday Networking Luncheon @ TGIFriday’s
Innovate your networking game with the Chamber's First Friday Network Luncheon! Launched in January 2023, this initiative seamlessly blends meaningful connections within our membership with a celebration of Effingham County's diverse culinary scene. Mark your calendars as we venture to a variety of local restaurants throughout Effingham County, creating the perfect backdrop for networking in
The Ins and Outs of Contracting Green Energy Projects (Webinar)
Recently, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released more guidance and proposed rules on key provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that requires employers to meet certain labor mandates involving apprenticeship mandates, prevailing wage requirements and possible forced unionization on green energy construction projects. While prevailing wage and apprenticeship
Downtown Effingham Shower of Savings
Participating Downtown Effingham businesses will offer phenomenal sales and during this Shower of Savings Event! Businesses will be posting their specials on our event page so be watching for details. Shopping hours will vary based upon each individual store's business hours. Follow our event on Facebook!