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**Chamber Office Holiday Hours: Closed December 24th-January 2nd**

WANTED: Member Feedback

Let's try this again! I apologize that the survey link in the membership newsletter did not work.
I am seeking member feedback for 2026 and would love it if you would take a moment to complete a survey for me. I would like to start offering more member networking opportunities and hear what you would like to see in 2026.

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**2026 Membership Information**

Renewal invoices will be emailed or mailed starting January 1st.
Emailed invoices will sent from our bookkeeping software and will provide an option for you to pay online or you may mail a check
Please contact the office if you need to make any updates to your contact information. 724-588-7150 or officeadmin@greenvillechamber-pa.com

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**Applications are open from November 29th, 2025 to Friday, January 16th, 2026**
To help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities, American Express is teaming up with Main Street America to launch the Amex Shop Small Grants Program. The program will provide an initial $5 million to fund 250 grants of $20,00 each to eligible small business owners across the U.S.

A Note from My Benefit Advisor

Why Employees Don’t Understand Their Benefits…And How Employers Can Fix It
For many mid-sized employers, one of the most overlooked challenges in their benefits strategy is also one of the most costly: employees simply don’t understand their benefits. Studies consistently show that fewer than 40% of employees feel confident selecting or using their health plan. For smaller and mid-sized organizations where every dollar of premium matters, benefits confusion can directly translate into higher claims, lower engagement, and diminished ROI.
The root problem is not a lack of benefits options, but a lack of clarity. Employees are overwhelmed by insurance jargon, complex plan structures, and enrollment materials that feel more like legal documents than decision-making tools. As a result, many default to the same plan every year without evaluating alternatives that might save them (and the company) money.
The path forward starts with implication and education. Mid-sized employers can make a significant impact by redesigning communication around how people actually learn. This includes using plain-language explanations, visual comparisons, and short videos that break down key concepts like deductibles, HSAs, out-of-pocket maximums, and provider networks. Digital decision-support tools can help employees model costs in real time, so they can see the financial impact of their choices…not just read about it.
Equally important is year-round communication. Benefits literacy shouldn’t be a once-a-year event. Quarterly micro-topics, such as preventive care reminders, urgent care vs. ER guidance, and HSA contributions strategies, keep employees engaged and avoid costly misuse of the plan.
Finally, personalized guidance can make a measurable difference. Offering short “benefits coaching sessions" during open enrollment or making HR and brokers available for talk-throughs helps employees feel supported, not overwhelmed.
When employees understand their benefits, they make smarter healthcare decisions, help control claim costs, and feel more valued. For mid-sized employers, improving benefits literacy is one of the most effective, and low-cost ways to strengthen retention, culture, and financial performance.
The Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce offers its members access to My Benefit Advisor as a solution for employee benefits, including voluntary offerings. For more information about My Benefit Advisor, visit our website at gac.mybenefitadvisor.com or contact Rob Higginbotham at (800) 377-3536.