Business & Arts Journal Transformation Issue 2023

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CHAIRMAN’S COLUMN

by: Kevin S. Putman, Jr. CBCC Chairman of the Board

s I reflect on my first five months as the Chairman of the Board for the Central Bucks Chamber, I am astounded by the TRANSFORMATION. You may have noticed the Chamber has undergone some big changes as we formed a new internal team. Under the leadership of Theresa Fera, each role has been clearly defined with responsibilities and goals set forth. You will meet our warm and experienced team, which is still anchored by our dedicated veteran, Brad Sanders, on the next page. Together, they are laserfocused on learning, collaborating, and charting a path for growth and greater community impact.

If you have had an opportunity to join us for a Link at Lunch, a NET, or a Committee meeting, you feel the energy. Our Events Calendar is packed with opportunities to connect with other business leaders, to learn about topics that resonate with varying audiences, and to exchange knowledge in the spirit of strengthening the community.

ABOUT THE COVER…

AOur Business & Arts Journal will now be printed twice a year in April and October, but Chamber Members will continue to receive news all year long! In February, we launched our Inaugural Issue of our online newsletter, Chamber Vibes, to provide Members with additional opportunities to advertise and see what’s happening in the business community. We continue to keep YOU at the forefront of our thoughts, offering eight publications per year to feature your business.

Moving forward, we will be making a few huge leaps with a shift in marketing strategy, including a fresh logo, a new mission tagline, a new website, and engaging programs and prominent presenters, all in the spirit of supporting local businesses and the community.

The year has started off at a fast past with significant progress already made 5 months into the year. I look forward to watching the Chamber evolve, grow, and thrive!

All the Best,

Kevin S. Putman, Jr. Chief Executive Officer, Penn Color, Inc.

FULL COLOR ADS

In the spirit of TRANSFORMATION, we are so proud to reveal our vibrant new logo and tagline for Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce. Although our old logo has served us well for decades, we graciously move on to a modern, creative design which we believe captures the essence of the Chamber. We thought long and hard about this important decision, while selecting the colors, determining the featured icon, and creating a fresh “face” for our brand. Our roots are strong, providing stability and fostering growth for your businesses, so that was an essential component for our design.

Other than the evident beauty of the rich colors in our new logo, did you know they represent innovation, universal harmony, and trust? What a perfect parallel to mirror the path of the Chamber as we consistently strategize to make our organization the absolute best it can be.

Our tagline was also developed with YOU in mind. We work daily to Empower Businesses and Unite Communities. We serve our Members with our main objectives grounded in collaboration, support, and connections. Our mission is to empower our Members to become stronger through networking and engaging to ultimately bring together communities.

Heartfelt thanks to Brad Sanders for his unwavering dedication to the Chamber and his vision in bringing our beautiful new logo to life!

MEET THE TEAM

EMPOWERING BUSINESSES • UNITING COMMUNITIES

Theresa Fera President & CEO

Theresa has a unique combination of corporate, entrepreneurial, and hospitality experience that makes her a dynamic leader. Her business acumen and desire to listen, learn, and tactically plan will drive the Central Bucks Chamber to new heights. She has an appreciation for the arts and diverse cultures, loves to travel and entertain family and friends with her husband, Felix, a National Corporate Executive Chef for Nestle, in her Doylestown home.

Brad Sanders Executive Director of Marketing & Special Programs

As the most seasoned member of the Chamber team, Brad’s vast knowledge, expertise, and guidance are invaluable. His calm demeanor under pressure and exceptional dedication are among his most admirable qualities. Brad enjoys exploring the Bucks County area at local parks, museums, and shops and also spending time at the beach and the mountains with his family. He’s a classic car enthusiast and a longtime member of “The Road Angels.”

Kim D’Onofrio Director of Membership & Advertising Sales

With a degree in Public Relations and decades of experience in Sales, Marketing, on stage, and in television, Kim is well-suited for her Chamber role. Her bubbly personality, desire to connect with people, and strong work ethic make her a driving force on the team. Kim beams with pride when she speaks of her daughters, Alexandra and Gabriella, the most treasured gifts of her life. Although a longtime resident of Bucks County, she is a Philadelphia girl at heart and passionate about her beloved sports teams. “Fly Eagles Fly” and “Let’s Go Flyers” are six of her favorite words.

Sue LaRosa Administrative Manager & Event Coordinator

Sue’s ability to make people smile and willingness to help others comes naturally. Her prior professional roles in Administration, Sales, and Event Management have given her a strong foundation for her responsibilities. She’s a true team player, always offering support when needed. As a resident of Doylestown, Sue brings much knowledge and enthusiasm for the area to the Chamber. She is proudest of her two boys, Alex, a graduate of Seton Hall University and a Certified Personal Trainer, and Jake, a Business Major at the University of Kentucky. Her philosophy in life is simple… work hard, be happy, and have fun!

Margery Vizza Marketing Manger

Margery values the presence of tight-knit communities and bringing small businesses and locals together. Her background in marketing and community outreach allows her to provide support to the Executive Director of Marketing and Special Programs. She is instrumental in developing promotional materials and creating targeted messaging to reach our Members. Her attention to detail and ability to jump right into projects have made her an immediate asset to the team. She is a nature lover who enjoys hiking, gardening, and discovering new places.

Kerissa Arkins Special Events and Digital Media Manager

With a degree in Communications and her vast experience in Television, Marketing, Administration, and Event Planning coupled with her friendly disposition and desire to support others will be instrumental in her new role at the Chamber. Having lived in DE, NJ and MD, Kerissa is happy to be back in Bucks County, where she was born and raised. She loves to go to the beach, bike ride and garden with her 10-year-old son, Finn and eight-year-old daughter, Piper. She loves to work out to 80s music and Lady Gaga and loves to catch a Broadway show!

IN THIS ISSUE

TRANSFORMATION is often critical in any business. No business can stand the test of time without constantly adapting to change. It may involve restructuring staff, redefining goals, integrating modern technology, engaging different audiences, or developing new programs. The possibilities are endless! No matter what the ever-evolving factors are, transformation is inevitable and a unifying goal among our Members to improve or redefine a business.

In this Issue, the transformation at Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce is evident. You will meet the new team who has already begun to quickly make their mark on tweaking existing programs and creating new ones for the future. The President’s Club Legacy Interviews has been added to the calendar this year to recognize industry leaders and their families who have made an impact on their businesses and the community.

You will be introduced to our New Members through our New Member Spotlight page, advertisements highlighting their businesses, and Grand Opening details. We welcome them to our Chamber family as they begin their journey of growth with us.

We will share news about our Entrepreneurial Assistance and Women In Business Committees that continue to lead and educate, offering support to fellow Members. And, it always gives us great pleasure to feature a few of our

Members in the Business Notes section as their contributions make us proud.

In our next Issue, we’ll focus on ENGAGEMENT. Send us a story about a particular way you have engaged with your employees, customers, or other businesses. Perhaps you can offer advice to an entrepreneur or younger business on how to utilize social media for positive impacts or make a recommendation on a better business practice that has resulted in a profitable outcome. The Journal is a fabulous way to share successes and market your business. Please reach out to Kim D’Onofrio with editorial content or to reserve your advertisement space today!

We look forward to ENGAGING with you soon!

Warmly, Your Chamber Team

Theresa Fera, President & CEO, theresa@centralbuckschamber.com

Brad Sanders, Executive Director of Marketing & Special Programs & Graphic Designer of The Business & Arts Journal, brad@centralbuckschamber.com

Kim D’Onofrio, Director of Membership & Advertising Sales & Editor of The Business & Arts Journal, kim@centralbuckschamber.com

Sue LaRosa, Administrative Manager & Event Coordinator, sue@centralbuckschamber.com

Margery Vizza, Marketing Manager, margery@centralbuckschamber.com

Kerissa Arkins, Special Events & Digital Media Manager, kerissa@centralbuckschamber.com

ENTHUSIAST MEMBER CORNER

Thank you to the following Members who have enhanced their Membership. We share in your ENTHUSIASM for Central Bucks Chamber!

• Academy Wealth Advisers

• Antheil Maslow & MacMinn LLP

• Hopkins & Hopkins

• IP Works

• Millham Companies Inc.

• Pebble Hill Custom Builders Inc.

• Penn Color Inc.

• Sterling Drive Ventures & The Rodon Group

ENTHUSIAST MEMBER

ENTHUSIAST MEMBER

ENHANCE YOUR MEMBERSHIP!

By becoming a Chamber Enthusiast, you can expand your contacts, share your knowledge, contribute your talents, grow personally & professionally, become a leader, &, consequently, GROW YOUR BUSINESS!

Receive ADDITIONAL Benefits beyond standard Membership immediately upon enrolling!

ENTHUSIAST MEMBER COST: $150

(AdditionalFeeAboveStandardMemberRates)

MEMBER BENEFITS!

Ø Enthusiast Member Listing on CBCC Website with link to your business

Ø VIP Seating at Special Member Events

Ø Two FREE Link at Lunch Meals ($70 Value)

Ø Opportunity for feature article in “Enthusiast Member Corner” in the Business&ArtsJournal

Ø ONE promotional spotlight upon becoming an Enthusiast Member (reaching 1500 subscribers)

Ø One-time COMPLIMENTARY Reservation to host your own event in the Chamber lower-level meeting space (Coffee & water provided; date contingent upon availability)

Ø Preferential consideration for Speaking Opportunities

Ø CBCC Name Badge with Chamber Enthusiast designation Contact

NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

We are so pleased to shine a SPOTLIGHT on the Newest Members of our Chamber family! We look forward to spending time together, exchanging ideas, and partnering with you to GROW your businesses. WELCOME!

Asset Property Solutions, LLC - Vicki S. Arcieri

Aurora Bistro - Dawn McDonald

BARC Development Services - Mary Sautter

Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach - Gail Brown

Bliss Aesthetics - Lori Mondeaux

Bucks County Sheriff’s Office - Frederick A. Harran

Carebuilders at Home - Ed Sheppard

CBIZ Human Capital Management - Heather Drill

Champion Communication Coaching

- Neil Rawlings

ClearCore Insights - Karen Norris

Cloudspeak, LLC - Eric Mignogna

Coldwell Banker Hearthside, Realtors - Sheila Wilson

Credit Freedom & Restoration - Paul Curry

Dublin Town Center - Corinna Garis

Dwyer IT LLC - Sean Dwyer

4Ever Young Anti Aging Solutions

- Kelly Vliet/William Harrison

G Fedale Roofing & Siding - Jason Domanski

Goldman Sachs - Joseph Appiah/Gideon Umile

Graze Craze Jamison - Kevin Jilbert

Holy Family University - Eric Nelson/Kim Caulfield

InClubGolf - Frank Giovinazzo

JDAQA - Jay Aigner

JDog Junk Removal & Hauling - Jim Andrews

Journey Together Marketing - Jake Munn

Keller Williams - Margot Bauer

KLC Cleaning Services - Jacky Melara

Lauro Painting - Randy Hawk

Marketing Management Solutions

- Jill Kahlenberg

Marsh McLennan Agency - Wilson Smith

Mercer Hill at Doylestown

- Craig Vinciguerra/Hillary Frymire

MeWow Cat Café - Eilene Shaffer

New Ventures Company, Inc.

- Nicholas Massaro

Nomad Distilling Company

- Precious Counsil

Pennsylvania Steel Company, Inc.

- Phil D’Amico

Proofreading by Mae - Mae O’Brien

Providence Engineering - Dana Ziegler

Rock Steady Boxing Bucks County

- Anne Haneman

Rosewood Recovery - Aaron Rultenberg

Salus University - Michael Mittelman

Serenity Day Spa & Wellness Center

- Seth Kaelin

Skore Business Coaching - Rose Skore

The Solana Doylestown - Olivia Knisely

Star Studios of Dance - Justine Torres

Stockertown Beverage - Charles Greenstreet

Sustainable Energy Fund - Renee Riley

Terrain Events - Heather Burke

The Yoga Gnome - Adi Poper Strigl

YogaSix Doylestown - Lisbeth Witt

Penn Color, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned business that continues to expand its global footprint in the color and additive industry as one of the largest in the world. With manufacturing and research facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company’s rich, extensive history is attributed to an inspiring family legacy. Kevin and his father will share their insightful vision and philosophy that were the foundation for their success as a powerful industry leader at the forefront of creation and innovation.

SPONSORED BY

Kevin Putman Sr. Past President

Kevin Putman Jr. President & CEO

CENTRAL BUCKS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

SILVER LEVEL SPONSOR

Gilmore & Associates

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS

Kreischer Miller

Personal Touch

Concierge Service, LLC

School of Rock

MEDIA SPONSORS

Bucks County Herald

Doylestown Cardinal

Bucks County Women’s Journal

PRIZES PROVIDED BY

Bux Mont Awards

Univest Financial

Talent Show Committee

Reception Food & Drink provided by: Tre Modern Italian Cuisine; New Hope Winery

Judges: Will Kadri, C&N; Igori Bogatiriov, Fred Astaire Dance Studios; Faye Meyer, Professional Singer/Songwriter; Karen Nocella, Peddler’s Village; and Michaela Murphy, Bucks County Playhouse

Emcees: Joe Albert & Dwayne Dunlevy

MAJOR SPONSORS:

Dwayne Dunlevy (Multi-faceted Bucks County Entertainer) and Joe Albert (Peddler’s Village Director of Festivals & Events) entertain the audience as the Show’s Emcees.

Mike Lightkep handles the light, sound and stage logistics for the 2023 Bucks Fever Talent Show.

Sandra Price and Desiree Rosner (The New Hope Winery).

Scott Setzman and Jennifer Eckfield sell 50/50 tickets.

Talent Show Committee gathers for a photo before the event.

2023 WINNERS

1. RCJ Band, “Philly Town”

2. Dakota Yates, “I Have Nothing”

3. Eva Kin, “What a Wonderful World”

4. Ragan Yates, “They Just Keep Moving the Line”

BUCKS FEVER TALENT SHOW 2024

Scheduled for March 14th

Will Kadri introduces himself to the audience, representing C&N Bank as a Major Sponsor.

Major Sponsor Igori Bogatiriov of Fred Astaire Dance Studios introduces himself to the audience.

Chamber Team with Emcees gather for a photo before the event.

Sponsor and Judge Will Kadri (C&N), Judges Karen Nocella (Peddlers Village), Faye Meyer (Singer/ Songwriter/Vocal Instructor) and Michaela Murphy (Bucks County Playhouse) and Sponsor and Judge Igori Bogatiriov (Fred Astaire Dance Studios).

The performers gathered at the show’s end – a talented mix of comedians, musicians and singers.

Emcees Dwayne Dunlevy and Joe Albert enjoy watching the performers.

The Winners: RCJ Band.

Chamber President Theresa Fera introduces herself and thanks the talent, team and audience for supporting Bucks Fever Talent Show 2023.

2022 Talent Show winners, Back Porch Jug Band, return to open for the 2023 show.

Dakota Yates Eva Kin Regan Yates

Women in Business

LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

March 30, 2023 • Bucks County Community College

Photography by Anne-Marie Mettus

WIB Committee Co-Chairs, Monique Gaillard and Kathy Marcino; Philanthropy Committee Chair, Mandy Mundy.

Panelists- Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Brenda Bagonis-Cooke, Dr. Tinesha Banks, Giftie Umo, and Moderator- Kristen Donnelly.

Thank you to The Doylestown Bookshop for providing books curated for the event! Amy Gallo, Sponsor (Independence Blue Cross).

Our inspiring women leaders: Panelists- Brenda Bagonis-Cooke, Dr. Gloria Oikelome, Giftie Umo, and Dr. Tinesha Banks, Moderator- Kristen Donnelly.

Much gratitude to Kim Porter who organized The Doylestown Experience Gift Basket!

Lauri Dale from C&N asks a question of our Keynote Speaker.

The audience raises their hands as the speaker asks them a series of questions.

Our fabulous Keynote Speaker, Bucks County Commissioner Diane Marseglia.

MARCH 30, 2023 • 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bucks

SPONSORED BY:

Attendees are engaged in the speaker’s topic.

Monique Gaillard, Lenora Gaillard, Tiffani Harris, Jacquelyn Harris, and wonderful Keynote Speaker, Teri Peeples.

Many thanks to our supportive Sponsors from C&N!

Karen Salib and Kristine Graham.

Catherine Williamson sports her “My Peace Matters” t-shirt.

Tom Brunt (TebWeb Innovations).

Lukie Wells and Colleen Campbell.

Valerie Castelli and Beth Katz.

Brenda Bagonis-Cooke Panelist Asset Financial Services

Diane Ellis-Marseglia Keynote Bucks County Board of Commissioners

Dr. Kristen Donnelly Panel Moderator Abbey Research

Dr. Tinesha Banks Panelist Woods Services

Dr. Gloria Oikelome Panelist Delaware Valley University

Giftie Umo Panelist Girls Leading Africa

County Community College 275 Swamp Rd, Newtown, PA 18940

Video Sponsor:

Teri Peeples Keynote Organon & Co.

CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE DINNER

Featuring a fireside Chat with Merrill Reese of the Philadelphia Eagles for a post-Superbowl Therapy Session, hosted by the Chairman of the Board.

March 22, 2023 • Cock ‘n Bull Restaurant, Peddler’s Village photography by Heart and Soul Portraits

The Chairman’s Circle is a group of members within the Central Bucks Chamber comprised of Business Owners, CEOs, and Senior Leaders. Members pay annually to participate in this exclusive club where they gather to mix and mingle with each other and thought leaders who are making an impact in the world of commerce, industry, sports, media, and technology. Our Board Chairman interviews guest speakers as they tell the story of their personal journey, combined with advice on leadership strategies they have used (successes and failures) and how to navigate today’s challenging business climate. Complimentary dinners are held four times throughout the year. If you are interested in joining the Chairman’s Circle, please contact Theresa Fera, President and CEO of the Chamber, at 215.348.3913.

Heather Phillips (Phillips & Donovan Architects, LLC.), Kyle McKoy (Bucks County Historical Society), William Schutt, Joe Phillips (Phillips & Donovan Architects, LLC.) and Jim Linske (Phillips & Donovan Architects, LLC.).

Kevin S. Putman, Jr. (Penn Color) has a fireside chat with Merrill Reese.

Bill Scilingo, Peter Christiansen, Scott Cameron, Brendan Tyson, Tom Farrell, and Jim Meese.

Felix Maietta (Nestlé), Theresa Fera (Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce) and Merrill Reese.

Charles Field (Penn Community Bank), Kimberly Everett (Bucks County Health Improvement Partnership).

Robert McGowan (Peddler’s Village) and Merrill Reese.

Greg Adamson (C&N), Blair Rush (C&N), Merrill Reese, Kelley Cwiklinski (C&N) and Will Kadri (C&N).

Merrill Reese and Thomas Gockowski (Carroll Engineering Corporation).

Merrill Reese and Steven Staugaitis (Kreischer Miller).

Merrill Reese and Pat Deon.

RED BALL GALA

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $10,000

VIP Premier Package - Only One Sponsor

One year membership to the CBCC Chairman’s Circle

Opportunity to be a guest speaker at one CBCC Chairman Circle Dinner*

Photograph in the CBCC Business & Arts Journal - Pre and Post Red Ball Gala.

Feature article in, the CBCC Business & Arts Journal.

Photograph taken during evening of event.

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Recognized in the 2024 Bucks Fever Magazine

Invited to the Bucks Fever Patron Reception in May 2024

*Speaking parameters at the discretion of the Chamber

BENEFACTOR LEVEL - $7,500

One year discounted membership to the CBCC Chairmans Circle, (value- $1,500)

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Feature article in, the CBCC Business & Arts Journal.

Photograph taken during evening of event.

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Recognized in the 2024 Bucks Fever Magazine

Invited to the Bucks Fever Patron

in May 2024

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Feature article in, the CBCC Business & Arts Journal.

Photograph taken during evening of event.

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Recognized in the 2024 Bucks Fever Magazine

Invited to the Bucks Fever Patron Reception in May 2024

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Recognized in the 2024 Bucks Fever Magazine

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Please make your check payable to: CBCC | Please feel free to call us with any of your questions or to arrange special invoicing. Please Fax back to the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce at 215-348-7154 | or Mail back to CBCC, 252

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DARE TO SHARE with Theresa

Conversations revealing more about who our Members are behind the scenes

Featuring Scott Little

to commercial lending. It’s been 20 years in lending, but I continue to have tremendous respect for successful managers.

4.) What are your three pieces of advice?

- Learn from your failures, or in my case, don’t be a manager!

- Attitudes are contagious. Is yours worth catching?

- Take your work seriously, but not yourself. It’s OK to have fun at work, even with your customers, when appropriate.

thought that would make a fine attribute of a parent, so my wife and I made sure it was part of raising our daughter and son, in addition to less screaming, it resulted in two amazing adult children who make us proud.

1.) Tell us a briefly about your professional life and who you work for. I’m celebrating 9 years as a Commercial Loan Officer at Harleysville Bank where my role is to provide business owners and real estate investors money to achieve their goals. I help borrowers purchase commercial real estate, such as warehouses, offices and multi-family buildings. Harleysville Bank started in 1915 and serves seven communities in Montgomery and Bucks Counties.

2.) What is your favorite thing about the work you do?

Showing up at the settlement table with millions of dollars. People are always happy to see you!

3.) What is the worst job you ever had?

Many years ago in my 31-year banking career I was a Regional Vice President of retail banking, and was responsible for sales and operations of 18 in-store and brick and mortar bank branches in three states. After several years in that role and a humbling failure, I learned I’m not made to be a manager. I was blessed with the opportunity to transition to a business development role, which led me

5.) What concerns you the most? As a disciple of Jesus, I am concerned about the salvation of friends and family who have not yet found the Lord.

6.) If you could be an insect what would you be and why? I have never been asked this question. I guess I’d be a Preying Mantis… because they eat spiders. I don’t like spiders, although I appreciate their function in nature. On second thought, this may not be the best choice, because I’d end up hating what I eat.

7.) What is your all-time favorite album?

The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars. I’ve paid for it many times over, 8-track, vinyl, cassette and downloads. (Yes, I appreciate the irony considering my feelings on spiders.)

8.) What book has had a profound impact on you and why?

I know it’s cheesy, but Dale Carnegie’s “How to Win Friends and Influence People,” because of one lesson which focused on giving people a reputation to live up to. I

9.) What makes you feel joyful? It brings me joy to teach K-2 children at my church. I have a gift for connecting with children and I put it to work teaching them about Jesus. The second thing that brings me joy is making people laugh. A friend once asked what I’d like on my tombstone: I stated, “He left people happier than he found them.” He said that was perfect for me because he is definitely happier after I leave the room! I don’t tell people that anymore.

10.) What is your pet peeve? When people don’t laugh at my witty comments. (C’mon, you chuckled, right?)

11.) Do you have a favorite hobby and/or collection?

It’s not really a hobby, but I enjoy serving others, whether it’s in our kids ministry, my leadership work with Scouting BSA, or the other non-profit organizations in which I serve. I’m also an avid reader in my spare time. I was not born with the “collectors” gene and don’t have a passion for collecting stuff.

12.) What is something people would be surprised to learn about you?

For the first 10 years of my working career after high school I was a CNC machinist. I went back to college late in life and earned my degree and fell into banking doing an internship in 1992. Thirty-one years later I’m still wondering what I’ll do when my internship ends.

DARE TO SHARE with Theresa Conversations revealing more about who our Members are

behind the scenes

Featuring Mandy Mundy

CONNECTING donors who care to causes that matter to them, GROW their charitable legacies and help FUND nonprofit organizations. The work I am privileged to do is about contributing to the well being of others and brings diversity, teamwork and collaboration as a personal mission into my professional goals.

3.) What book has had a profound impact on you and why?

6.) Do you believe in ghosts? Yes

7.) What is your pet peeve? Littering

8.) What concerns you the most? The safety and security of my children.

1.) Tell us a briefly about your professional life and who you work for.

I serve as the Executive Director of the Bucks County Foundation. As a community foundation, we are a public charity that focuses on supporting the programs and people of Bucks County, primarily by working with generous donors to establish funds, such donor advised funds and scholarship funds, that, in turn, provide funding to address community needs, support local nonprofits with grants and provide scholarships to Bucks County students. Fundamentally, we help donors plan and carry out their charitable giving,

2.) What is the favorite thing about the work you do?

I am a Connector personality style. Through my work for the Foundation, I absolutely love

There are too many to select from! I have read meaningful books in all stages of my life for personal and professional enrichment. For fun, I will throw the answer back to one of the books that inspired my love of reading as a young girl - Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White. For me, Charlotte’s Web inspired life lessons about friendship and diversity; the importance of being humble; and love and loss. I still have the first copy of Charlotte’s Web that I read as a girl on my bookshelf- a bit tattered and worn, but well loved.

4.) What is your favorite movie and why?

Like books, there are too many to pick just one favorite!

I do love pshyco-thriller movies: Misery, The Shining, Get Out. I’ll watch anything by John Carpenter, Wes Craven, Stanley Kubrick, Stephen King, M. Night Shyamalan, James Wan or Shirley Jackson.

5.) If you could be an animal, what would you be and why?

I would definitely be a dog, specifically our family dog. She gives love and receives love unconditionally.

9.) What song instantly puts you in a good mood? Three Little Birds by Bob Marley & The Wailers

10.) When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be a teacher growing up. In fact, my undergraduate degree is in Elementary Education, but I never taught in a classroom full time. I went right into nonprofit work after graduation and then went on to get my master’s degree in Nonprofit Leadership from LaSalle University.

11.) What is something people would be surprised to learn about you?

My full name is Amanda, but I always, personally and professionally, go by Mandy.

12.) What are your three pieces of advice?

- Take the chances!

- Assume the best in others.

- Be genuine.

QUESTIONS ABOUT MONEY? DAVE IN DOYLESTOWN CAN HELP!

to meet clients closer to their home towns. The idea was to have at least one office location within easy traveling distance of their client base, so that they could, in essence, come to their clients rather than having their clients come to them. It’s just one iteration of the team’s core philosophy of maintaining personal and long-lasting relationships.

Management, Dave can address them that much more effectively.

“The due diligence and the research on the investment side seems much deeper at Planning Capital,” Dave says. “They also offer cash-flow planning, and not specifically goal-based planning, so you can change with life’s changes.”

Doylestown local Dave Emery spends most of his day answering questions about money. As a Senior Financial Planner for Planning Capital Management, Dave works out of a cozy office space right on East Court Street.

It’s the fourth office the team has opened since 2020, when a year of working-fromhome led them to completely rethink the traditional office model. After reducing the size of their office space in Center City, Philadelphia, they opened up several intimate office locations in Philadelphia, Radnor, and Doylestown, PA and Marlton, NJ

Of late, Dave’s newer clients’ concerns have centered around whether, in the current market and economic conditions, they will have enough money. After years of hard work and saving, will they now have enough to retire and keep their current lifestyle? Will they have enough to educate their kids and take care of aging parents? If a divorce is imminent, will they have enough to accommodate separate lives now that the kids have moved to college?

When addressing his clients’ needs with the support and teamwork of Planning Capital

Dave has had years of experience helping clients manage the costs of higher education, care for aging parents, set and meet retirement goals, and navigate divorces. He holds the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) designation, in addition to his CFP® certification.

Now, Dave is proud to be a member of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce, where he hopes to help fellow Doylestown residents manage their wealth wisely and in a way that will set them up for success through all of life’s ups and downs.

CENTRAL BUCKS ROTARY - PEOPLE OF ACTION

Central Bucks Rotary Club members are people of action who get stuff done. The “happy-hour” club meets at The Plumsteadville Inn in Pipersville on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. to explore ways to enrich the lives of other people through local, national, and international projects. On Monday nights, weather permitting, members get together for bike club rides. If you are interested in doing service and sharing fun with like-minded friends, connect with the club at www.centralbucksrotary.com to learn more.

The club’s mission is committed to the unmet local and global humanitarian needs emphasizing families at risk, veterans, and the disabled. Members do their best to positively improve the quality of their lives through the allocation of member and community donations of time and money, while encouraging and fostering the ideal of “Service Above Self.”

Together Rotarians lead and promote change in their own backyards and across the world. A short list of the activities and organizations that they support includes:

- Ride For the Heroes

- Aark Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Center

- Bucks County Food Pantry

- The Grace Project

two ways to participate: by sponsoring a banner on the race track, and by registering teams to race. There is no admission price for spectators, so employees are encouraged to participate and cheer on the riders. Get your game on, be creative and come prepared for the excitement.

Contact Pam Northrop at 215-230-8888 for more information.

COMING THIS SPRING: MOZART’S DON GIOVANNI

widely regarded as the first grand opera ever performed in Philadelphia, debuting at The Chestnut Street Theater in 1818.

Hacker, Daniel Noyola, Anthony Schneider, Vanessa Vasquez, Ethan Vincent, and Allegra de Vita, among others.

Philadelphia’s prestigious Academy of Vocal Arts presents Mozart’s Don Giovanni this spring, April 27-May 9, 2023 in Center City, the Main Line and Bucks County. This is the final production of AVA’s 2022/23 opera season. Don Giovanni is considered to be one of Mozart’s most famous operas, and is a comic and tragic masterpiece. It is also

Robert G. Loughery Wins Dealmaker and Dublin Town Center, Deal of the Year by The Philadelphia Business Journal

DUBLIN, PA – MARCH 30, 2023

Every year The Philadelphia Business Journal’s Best Real Estate Deals awards program recognizes the top deal makers and real estate projects in the Greater Philadelphia area. At Thursday night’s awards program, Robert G. Loughery, President of Nehemiah Development Company was named Dealmaker of the Year and Dublin Town Center won First Place as Deal of the Year in the Retail and Hospitality: Retail Development category.

Robert G. Loughery, Dealmaker of the YearWith a vision to redevelop and revitalize cities, towns and neighborhoods, Rob wanted to bring back the “town square” feel to Dublin in Bucks County, something he’s been working to accomplish over the past decade and has finally come to fruition.

Nehemiah Development Co. spent $25 million developing Dublin Town Center on Main

The devilish Don pursues women all over Europe, leaving a trail of broken hearts and shattered lives. A ghostly encounter ensures that this devil gets his due! AVA first presented Don Giovanni in 1986-87 and continued with performances in 2000, 2005, 2011 and 2015 which featured many alumni who have gone on to significant professional careers. AVA’s last production in 2015 featured now rising international opera stars André Courville, Meryl Dominquez, Jorge Espino, Jonas

This production features a special addition - alumnus Griffen Hogan Tracy (AVA ‘22) returns to the AVA stage to sing the role of the Commendatore. Griffen has been seen in previous AVA productions as Colline in La bohème, Gremin in Eugene Onegin, and Antonio in Le nozze di Figaro.

This production will also feature Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition National Semifinalists Yihan Duan and Sahel Salem.

Street, Dublin. Maintaining and repurposing age-old structures, beloved by the community was part of Loughery’s goal to preserve the history and integrity of Dublin, while bringing new life and new businesses to the area. In total, the Dublin Town Center development has been responsible for $40 million of investment in the borough. Economic vitality is something Loughery is no stranger to, having served as a Bucks County commissioner from 2011 to 2020. During his tenure, Loughery led efforts to reorganize the county’s housing, economic and community development departments, which helped lead to new investment in municipalities and improved access to affordable housing for veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Dublin Town Center, Deal of the Year in the category Retail and Hospitality: Retail Development More than a dozen parcels were assembled to create a 17-acre site upon which the Dublin Town Center has been developed. The Central Bucks

County town center, just over six miles from Doylestown, has created a robust mixed-use community that includes 78 Ryan Homes townhomes, a 45,000-square-foot mixeduse building with 30 apartments and 7,000 square feet of retail space, plus several adaptive reuses. Those included are The Square, a former industrial building that’s been converted into offices, retail and dining space, and The Station, a 1930s gas station restored into a brewpub and food hall. Grand View Health also occupies 15,000 square feet of space at the site. The master plan has taken Nehemiah Development about four years to complete and has created a link between Doylestown and Quakertown.

Learn more at www.nehemiahdevco.com and www.dublintc.com.

THE ESG BACKLASH: POLITICS AND SHAREHOLDER PRIMACY

As Chair of the ABA Business Law Section’s Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, Sue Maslow is Program Chair of the Business Law Section’s CLE Showcase Program on Thursday, April 27th in Seattle, Washington titled The ESG Backlash: Politics and Shareholder Primacy. The Program will explore the role of ESG [a wide-capturing acronym standing for “environmental, social and governance], 2023 proxy proposals, recent litigation challenging traditional ideas of board fiduciary obligations and objections to ESG factors shaping corporate strategy and required corporate disclosure. To read more about the Program, check out this Business Law Today article.

https://businesslawtoday.org/2023/04/the-esg-backlash-politics-and-shareholder-primacy/

S P R I N G & S U M M E R Dublin Town Center

May 18 and every Third Thursday, Wheat & Vine hosts a CHEESE TASTING featuring their best cheeses paired with favorite accoutrements. Enjoy a cocktail, 10% off one item, a cheese knife & board, and a surprise gift! This is a ticketed event.

Every Tuesday is TACO TUESDAY at THE STATION! Enjoy deliciously themed food and drink from Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co , Ninas Waffles & Ice Cream and Taqueria Tlaxcali! 139 N Main Street, Dublin

Confetti Party & Paper is throwing Pineapple on Main an ANNIVERSARY PARTY, Saturday, May 20, from 10-6! POM is celebrating 8 years of the sweetest customers, brands, events and mostly moments with sales, raffles, sips and snacks.

May 21 and every third Sunday through August,The Shops present SUNDAYS AT THE SQUARE featuring a full line-up of food trucks, live music and special deals and surprises!

Bring your people and celebrate warm temps with KICKOFF TO SUMMER at The Square, Tuesday, June 27 from 3-6 pm. This event will be full of surprises including face painting and treats from the Kona Ice Truck!

STARS & STRIPES Saturday, July 1 from 4-8PM will feature a patriotic, community flagraising, food trucks, live music, Crossing Vineyards wines from The Boiler Room and Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company's beers.

Families, Moms, and Teachers are invited to a BACK TO SCHOOL BASH at The Square Saturday, August 5, 10-6. Get ready for the school year with special deals and discounts on our procured brand of awesome-ness!

Friday & Saturday nights at The Boiler Room feature a LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE jam-packed with fun, local and talented acts, 6-9 pm and BYOF as we renovate our kitchen theboilerroompa.com

For more information about events and to purchase tickets for ticketed events, please go to to www.dublintc.com/events.

STATE OF NATION

Featured Speaker Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick

April 12, 2023 • The Inn at Barley Sheaf Farm

Sponsored by C&N, Comcast & Independence Blue Cross

Photography by Amy McDermott, Heart and Soul Portraits • Video by Tom Brunt, TebWeb Innovations LLC

SERVICES:

FACIALS - MASSAGE - BODY TREATMENTS

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RED LIGHT THERAPY - NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING

Monday, August 7, 2023

Monday, August 7, 2023 RAIN DATE: TBA

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Start: Noon Hosted by: Doylestown Country Club

Art Exhibition & Artists Studio Tour

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Sponsored by: Acaedmy Wealth Advisors, LLC

Thursday, November 2, 2023

p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Faulkner

ENTREPRENEURIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 2023

Theme:

This program is brought to you by

UPCOMING PROGRAMS - Save the Dates!

Facilitator: Debbie Wagner, President, The Graphic Edge

Panelists: Amy Decker, Social Media Supervisor, NJM Insurance

Amy Berridge, Social Media Strategist, Buxmont Social Media & Marketing

Cindy Kelly, Director of Communications & Development, Bucks County SPCA

Program

Facilitator: Tony Moore, SCORE Mentor

Panelists: Debbie Wagner, President, The Graphic Edge

Cam Maio, VP, Marketing & Communications, NJM Insurance

MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT SCHEDULE

CHECKING ACCOUNT AUTHORIZATION FORM

The 2023 Central Bucks Chamber Board Members

Helen Amelsberg Vacation Crusaders

Pam Mikula Paolino Mikula Web Solutions Inc.

Tine Hansen-Turton Woods

Jane Armstrong T.W. Cooper Insurance Agency

Kim Arnold Meridian Bank

Joe Phillips Phillips & Donovan Architects, LLC.

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Kevin S. Putman, Jr. Penn Color Inc.

Jennifer Eckfield The Learning Experience Doylestown

Kevin Jameson Dementia Society of America

ACTIVE PAST BOARD CHAIRS

Michael Araten Sterling Drive Ventures & The Rodon Group

Eric W. Hopkins, Esq. Hopkins & Hopkins

Scott R. Little Harleysville Bank

Barbara Donnelly Bentivoglio Bentis Consulting Worldwide

Blair T. Rush C&N

W. Thomas Lomax The Lomax Companies

Kathy Marcino KMM Consulting

Robert E. Campbell Campbell Agencies, Inc.

Dr. Vail P. Garvin FACHE Michener Art Museum

Thomas A. Gockowski, P.E. Carroll Engineering Corporation

Jeane M. Vidoni Penn Community Bank

Joanne M. Murray, Esq. Antheil Maslow & MacMinn, LLP

Beth Beans Gilbert Fred Beans Family of Dealerships

Bob Welch Academy Wealth Advisers, LLC

OFFICERS

Jim Bishop The Cornerstone Clubs

John D. Bray, Vice President, The Arts Atlantic Aquatic Engineering, Inc.

James Brexler Vice President Community Health Doylestown Health

Catherine Cavella, Vice President, Literary IP Works

Arthur L. D’Angelo, CLU, ChFC, Vice President, Business Relations Insure4Life Financial

Ronald Davis, Vice President, Special Projects Parx Casino

Monique Gaillard, Vice President, Special Projects Tech Impact

Ervin H. Hall, Vice President, Entrepreneurial Liaison Profection Advisors LLC

Thomas L. Hebel, Vice President, Community Outreach

Bucks Country Gardens

Cam Maio, Vice President, Advertising NJM Insurance Group

Bob McGowan, Vice President, Hospitality Peddlers Village

Nicholas S. Molloy, Vice President, Special Projects J. Carroll Molloy, Realtor

Robert W. Moore, Vice President, Telecommunications It’s All Data

Michael B. Raphael, AIA, LEED, AP, Vice President, Special Projects Raphael Architects

Steven E. Staugaitis, Treasurer

Kreischer Miller

Bridget Wingert, Vice President, Publication Bucks County Herald & Area Guide Book

Stephen Worth Worth & Company, Inc.

HONORARY DIRECTORS

William R. Schutt

HONORING

ANNA SHANTZ

Anna has been a dedicated and very committed member of the Chamber since 1981. She served on the Board of Directors. She was the Chairperson for the Women In Business Committee and spearheaded the Annual Youth Awards program where young people in our community are acknowledged for doing extraordinary good deeds.

Frank Sullivan, Esq. Vice President, Special Projects Hill Wallack, LLP

Deborah M.A. Wagner, Vice President, Membership The Graphic Edge, Inc.

kim@centralbuckschamber.com

UPS STORE IN WARRINGTON NOW OPEN!

Congratulations to Reggie Rytter who opened his third UPS Store in Valley Square in Warrington. Reggie also owns stores in Doylestown and Warminster. Members of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce joined Reggie and his team at their official

Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting on April 5, 2023. The team celebrated with food, give aways, and complimentary tickets for wonderful raffle baskets from local businesses. Congratulations and wishing you many years of success in your new location!

DREAM VACATIONS - VACATION CRUSADERS

re you interested in travel, want to relax, discover, and explore new cultures, or widen your horizon with new adventures? Let’s talk about travel ideas, new trends, and do’s and don’ts when being on the road to new experiences. My name is Helen Amelsberg, and I am a travel agent in the Bucks County/ Doylestown area. I own Vacation Crusaders (vacationcrusaders.com), a franchise of one of the world’s largest travel holding companies, Dream Vacations.

You may have asked yourself why use a travel agent in a time of online availability of just about everything. Think quality and service. Customers realize that the personal touch and the experience make a big difference in enjoyment. Travel Professionals have access to offers that sometimes are not available to the public, and we deal day by day with travel providers to get the best value and customer service for our clientele. In addition, we know about destinations, what other customers have experienced

Aand can help you if you require assistance during your travels. We care about you! Following the pandemic, we have seen a lot of increased pent-up demand in travel, both domestically and internationally, and you may have seen that costs for accommodations and flights have surged. The prime international travel destinations this year are Italy, UK, France and Greece. While availability on some travel dates, especially in summer of 2023, are becoming scarce, Travel Agents may still be able to find you an excellent offer. We have also seen a substantial uptick in other closer travel destinations like the Caribbean, including Mexico, offering good weather year-round with often beautiful blue skies and warm temperatures. Alaska is always a favorite; however, they have a limited season. So, if you haven’t already booked you need to do it now, so you are not disappointed.

Looking for a few travel tips to ease your travel woes this year? Book early and expect to pay more than you did previously and have a plan B as

availability is scarce. Flights are particularly expensive.

Be patient. Travel vendors are overwhelmed with demand, so responses are way longer than normal.

Take advantage of cruise line promotions. They really do help!

New to cruising? Choose a cabin on the lower deck’s midship which helps with seasickness.

Take the first flight out. Those are the least likely to be delayed.

Start shopping for 2024. Lock in your vacation now to take advantage of today’s prices.

Make sure your passports are up to date. You must have a minimum of 6 months remaining from the date of travel. The Passport office is currently taking 10-13 weeks or more for new/renewed passports and 7-9 weeks for those that have been expedited.

G. FEDALE provides comprehensive services to help our clients improve their homes from top to bottom. We are committed to helping each family enjoy a higher quality of life in a safe, secure, and beautiful home. To achieve this, we use well-trained professionals committed to providing superior workmanship and ensuring an exceptional customer experience on every project.

G. Fedale has been a leader in home improvement for over 20 years. It all started when Glenn Fedale used his knowledge, skills, and faith to found his own business. Through those humble beginnings years ago, which often involved long days of hard work, he built a successful company. Glenn knew that one day his dedication to his clients would fulfill his dream of owning a successful business. With the support of his wife Laura, the business grew from just a few employees to a multi-million-dollar company. We celebrate the thousands of satisfied customers we’ve had throughout the years.

There are plenty of roofing and siding companies out there, but we strive to provide a higher quality of service and a better level of workmanship on every task we complete. That’s because we’ve built our business on a few key factors.

1. Customer Experience – We provide superior customer service and communication;

2. A reputation for Excellence – A+ BBB, certifications, numerous service awards, endless five-star reviews;

3. Financing – We’ll get you to the monthly number you want. Learn more about the payment options we offer;

4. A 24-hour emergency line – You can call anytime at (302) 225-7663, and we will take the call;

5. Our Rapid Response Storm Recovery Department – Like it never happened!

6. We’re local:

• Delaware and Beaches

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Brown Bag-It With The Arts

Bucks Fever, A Celebration of the Arts

A Program of the Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce

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July 26, 2023

August 2, 2023

August 9, 2023

August 16, 2023

August 23, 2023 12 - 1:30 PM

August 30, 2023

September 6, 2023

CB East Jazz Band, CB West Jazz Band, CBC South Jazz Band High School Jazz Bands

Delaware Valley Saxophone Quartet

The most-heard saxophone quartet in the Delaware Valley

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival

A Professional Theatre With An Emerging National Reputation for Excellence

Elvis Pretzel

Elvis Tribute Artist (with a twist)

School of Rock Classic and Contemporary Rock Music

School of Rock Classic and Contemporary Rock Music

Lou Pompillo Singer/Songwriter

Eco Man

Interactive environmentally-friendly children’s entertainment

Bucks County Folk Song Society

Folk, country, traditional music with harmony and unique instruments

Bill Aust

Accordionist Extraordinaire

Edward George Interactive Musical Storytelling

Joan & Steve

Beautiful vocal harmonies with keyboard, guitar, recorder, & harmonica

BC Country Gentlemen Barbershop Chorus & Cairngorm Pipes & Drum

Original American Style of Music & Celtic Music

Tom & Marianne Tucker

Historic folk, Irish, & traditional music

No Windows

Four women in harmony & humor in original & traditional tunes

Back Porch Jug Band

Good Time Music

No Strings Attached

Music genres include singer/songwriter, classic rock, pop, and more

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