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MBA News & Blog

The MBA’s News & Blog is where we share MBA news, insights, updates and practical tips designed to move your business forward.

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4 Mistakes That Hurt AI Adoption in the Workplace

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes part of daily work, employers are encouraging teams to adopt AI tools to boost efficiency. Yet many organizations struggle because employees feel unprepared or pressured to use technology they don’t fully understand. Without the right support, AI adoption in the workplace can lead to frustration, wasted time and decreased trust in new tools. A Howdy.com

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How to Prevent Employee Burnout

Employee burnout is a growing challenge in today’s workplaces. Long-term stress, heavy workloads, and financial pressures can leave employees drained physically, mentally, and emotionally. The 2024 Global Talent Trends report shows that about 82% of workers are at risk of burnout, making it crucial for employers to act. Burnout affects more than just individuals. It can lower productivity, reduce engagement,

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Bigger, Better and Sold Out: Women in Leadership 2026 Recap

On March 26, 2026, over 300 professionals attended The MBA’s 7th Annual Women in Leadership Event at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, PA, and it delivered! It was sold out. It was full of energy. And it was, without a doubt, bigger and better than ever. Built around this year’s theme, Give to Gain: The Power of Connection, Where

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Why Waiting for the Title Isn’t the Best Way to Develop Leaders

Some of the most important leadership growth happens before someone has the title. Emerging leaders are already influencing teams, driving results and stepping beyond their roles. But without clear direction, that potential can stall. Organizations that recognize and support these individuals early build stronger, more confident leaders from the start. Leadership Starts Before the Promotion Leadership isn’t defined by a

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executive speaker series kim thomas speaking to panel of jennie hagerty, tim necastro, and boo hagerty.

Stronger Together: Addressing Housing and Food Insecurity in Erie

Executive Speaker Series Recap featuring: Tim NeCastro | President & CEO | Erie Insurance Jennie Hagerty | Executive Director | Mercy Center for Women Kim Thomas | Executive Director | Infinite Erie Boo Hagerty | President | Hamot Health Foundation The MBA’s latest Executive Speaker Series delivered a meaningful conversation to a sold-out crowd, focused on how Erie is tackling

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MBA Representatives Attend PA House Manufacturing Caucus Facility Tour

Written by: Eileen Anderson, Director of Government Relations at The MBA Last week, The MBA’s Jezree Friend, V.P., and Eileen Anderson, Director of Government Relations, attended a PA House Manufacturing Caucus facility tour. What a spectacular day it was! We visited two MBA member businesses with Erie lawmakers—Rep. Parke Wentling, Caucus Co-Chair, Rep. Pat Harkins, Rep. Jake Banta, Rep. Brad

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