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CHAMBER CONNECTION
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Sarah Messer Steps Up As President of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce
Effective March 1st, Sarah Messer will take on the role of President at the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce, succeeding Gary Laird. Sarah joined the chamber in 2021, initially serving as the Membership & Events Coordinator. Sarah was then promoted to Director of Operations in 2022 and subsequently assumed the position of Vice President last year. Prior to joining the Hanover Chamber, Sarah was Director of Events for the University Advancement Division at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. While there she designed and coordinated more than 120 events annually and served as a member of the Capital Campaign Planning Committee. In 2019 when she accepted the position of Field Marketing & Events Coordinator at Tröegs Independent Brewing in Hershey, PA. In that role she was vital in orchestrating a number of successful marketing campaigns and developing several key brand partnerships. An important aspect of Sarah's journey with the Chamber has been
her instrumental role in crafting the organization's Comprehensive Strategic Plan. Completed in mid-2023, the plan outlines six key initiatives to guide the Chamber’s work through 2025. Sarah has also been a driving force behind the Chamber’s efforts to address the ongoing labor challenges our business community faces. She has worked side by side with President Gary Laird to bring together key stakeholders, host informational workforce seminars, enhance local apprenticeship programs, and develop a Youth Leadership Hanover program. Looking ahead, Sarah has set her sights on maintaining the Chamber's 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a prestigious recognition that underscores excellence in supporting members and the community. In addition to her work at the Chamber, Sarah also serves on the Board of Directors for the Adams County Economic Development Corporation and supports the mission of YWCA Hanover as a Walk-A-Mile In Her Shoes committee member. We are excited to welcome Sarah to this new position and eagerly anticipate the success and impact she will have on the Chamber and Greater Hanover community. Join us in congratulating Sarah Messer on this well-deserved appointment!
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HANOVER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2023 - 2024 COMMUNITY LEADERS
2023 - 2024 CHAMBER PARTNERS
2023 - 2024 CORPORATE PARTNERS CGA Law Firm Conewago Enterprises, Inc. Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community
Ox Industries Penn National Insurance Riley Welding & Fabricating LLC
Community Leaders and Chamber Partners are members who have made significant investments in chamber programs throughout the year. These investments help the chamber to provide new opportunities and benefits for our members, while continuing to support workforce, community, and economic development. If you are interested in learning more about how your membership can make an impact, please contact Gary Laird at glaird@hanoverchamber.com.
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Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce Chair of the Board Brandon J. Smith, CFP, AAMS, Edward Jones Secretary/Treasurer Ashley Hershey, Brown Plus Vice Chairs Jeremy Frey, Barley Snyder Julia Groft, Manpower Cynthia Simpson, Utz Brands Lesley Zinn, UPMC Past Chair Mike Kelly, Traditions Bank
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Chamber Staff Gary Laird, President glaird@hanoverchamber.com Sarah Messer, Vice President smesser@hanoverchamber.com Katie Bream, Marketing and Public Relations Manager kbream@hanoverchamber.com Melissa Goodwin, Administrative Coordinator mgoodwin@hanoverchamber.com Jake Taylor, Member & Community Relations Manager jtaylor@hanoverchamber.com
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CHAMBER NEWS
Join us Thursday March 14th, 2024 from 4pm - 7pm at our Hanover Office in the Clearview Shopping Center as we host our Annual St. Patty’s Day Chamber Mixer. Enjoy food, refreshments and prizes!
Connect to Your Local Government: Legislative Roundtable 2024 Schedule Each quarter, the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a Legislative Roundtable. This provides an opportunity for members, local businesses, and other members of the community to connect to their local legislators and remain informed on matters that affect them.
The schedule for the Legislative Roundtables for 2024 is in place. You will notice a change in timing after the first quarter Legislative Roundtable on February 2. To better accommodate the needs of our members, all future roundtables will be moving to the lunch hour. The schedule is as follows: Legislative Roundtable Breakfast: Friday February 2, 2024 | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 2nd Quarter Legislative Luncheon Friday, May 5, 2024 Summer Tourism Day- A discussion with elected officials and local community organizations regarding their efforts to promote state and local tourism. 3rd Quarter Legislative Luncheon: Friday, August 2, 2024 Economic Development: Elected officials and local community organizations discuss matters regarding their ongoing economic development efforts in Hanover and the surrounding area. 4th Quarter Legislative Luncheon: Friday, November 1, 2024 State and Local Government Day: Local, state, and federal elected officials discuss the importance of good governance. Locations to be determined for the Legislative Luncheons. To register for the Legislative Roundtables, please visit our events calendar at https://business.hanoverchamber. com/events/calendar. We hope to see a great turnout and are looking forward to better acquainting our community with our local legislation!
CHAMBER NEWS Meet Our Board! Liz Johnides of The Markets at Hanover
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Introducing Elizabeth (Liz) Johnides of our Board of Directors! " My name is Liz and I am part of the ownership and management team that operates The Markets at Hanover, Ballroom on Broadway, Produce on Broadway, Flour & Flair (pizza shop), Broadway Brew Coffee Shop, and Iron Lion (which is located in the space previously held by Public House at the Markets). I've been on the Hanover Area Chamber's Board of Directors for 2 years and enjoy being an active member of our business community. The Chamber is a leader in supporting initiatives that help businesses thrive. You’ll see them advocating at the local, state and even federal level to support our membership. They raise awareness of and create a connection to topics that impact businesses, while also keeping their finger on the pulse of the local business community. I believe the Hanover Chamber assists in creating a climate that is welcoming to new and supportive of existing businesses. They demonstrate this by fostering relationships with local, state, and federal officials. They work with the State & US Chambers to be aware of upcoming issues that may impact our businesses. They are supporters of a thriving downtown. They are a trailblazer when it come to internships, apprenticeship programs, and work force development. I am proud to serve on the Chamber board. My favorite part about Hanover is the comradery, support for each other, our thriving local events, and the growing downtown. You will often see myself and Brian Shaffer in the downtown at a local brewery or restaurant enjoying the many experiences Hanover has to offer." Thank you, Liz, for being a member of our Board of Directors!
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Get Involved with Discover Hanover® The Discover Hanover® 2024 Magazine may be out, but there are still other ways to get involved! The Discover Hanover® brand has undergone several changes over the last year. It began with a new logo design and refreshed color palette to align with Explore York, a major supporter of the brand, and their initiatives. The tourism brand followed suit with a vibrant new look to the magazine and a new direction with the magazine's narrative. And in 2024, Discover Hanover® will aim to uplift and advocate for the community and businesses in the Greater Hanover Area and show that Discover Hanover® is more than just a magazine.
February is American Heart Month February holds more than just Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, and the Superbowl; it is also American Heart Month. American Heart Month raises awareness about heart disease and prevention and encouages Americans to engage in healthy habits such as eating healthy, exercising more, and being more health conscious overall. As advocates for community health, we encourage the public to monitor themselves, get regular check-ups, and stay educated for a happy and healthy Hanover. We are fortunate to have a great network of health and medical organizations available to the Hanover community. Friday, February 2nd, is also Wear Red Day in support of American Heart Month initiatives.
This year, we are seeking to introduce new means of advertisement. We will be offering means of digital advertisement via avenues such as blog posts and social media posts. We will also be launching a new website in 2024 and will aim to offer advertisement on that platform as well. With over 15,000 website visits and 13,000 unique visitors to discoverhanoverpa.org in 2023, this is a viable means for businesses to get recognized. We are also taking into consideration how we can utilize our signature events in conjunction with Discover Hanover® to promote a stronger sense of community and get more businesses involved with our initiatives. We hope you will join us in supporting and strengthening Hanover's tourism brand. If your organization is interested in becoming more involved with Discover Hanover and learning more about promoting your name through this brand, please contact Marketing & Public Relations Manager, Katie Bream, at kbream@hanoverchamber.com.
Tree of Life Personal Care, Now Fully Operational After extensive renovations, including a brand-new elevator that reaches all 6 floors of our building, we are now fully operational at 236 North Railroad Street location. Our amenities include regularly planned activities, no cost local transportation, laundry and cleaning services, catered meals, no cost haircuts, and nail services. We have a new rooftop lounge with a large Koi Pond, grilling station and outdoor movie screen that will be ready for use by Spring 2024. All our services and amenities are at an all-inclusive rate. We look forward to welcoming anyone who would like more information about Tree of Life Personal Care. Contact our Personal Care Home Administrator, Olga Zurita at 717-814-5028 for more information.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
New Member Spotlight: Ledge Inc.
system implementation for manufacturers across industries. Their custom solutions are designed to fit the unique needs of each business, ensuring that customer expectations are not just met, but exceeded. Ledge Inc. is not about fitting businesses into a standard model; they create a model that adapts to each business. Ledge Inc. is now a proud member of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce, continuing to support Hanover and the surrounding areas with innovative solutions and manufacturing systems expertise.
Ledge Inc. specializes in enhancing the Quality and Production systems of manufacturers to meet both International and Customer Standards. Their approach focuses on simplicity, offering services in Quality, Process Design, Database Development, and Data Analysis. They have supported over 250 companies in South Central Pennsylvania and across the US. Ledge Inc.'s team, with backgrounds as Quality Managers, has decades of combined experience in tailoring quality
Adam Marsh, President, Ledge Inc.
Two Members Undergo Name Changes in the New Year The new year brought about fresh rebranding efforts from two of our members: Brown Plus, formerly known as Brown, Schultz, Sheridan & Fritz (BSSF) and Iron Lion, formerly Public House at the Markets at Hanover. Effective January 1, 2024, BSSF has transitioned to the new name and brand "Brown Plus." Along with their new name, they are presenting a new tagline, "See What's Possible." The purpose of the rebrand, according to a recent press release sent out by Brown Plus, was to align with their mission to "collaborate with [their] clients, presenting them with options and strategies to see what's possible as they move forward." The name "Brown Plus" was also decided upon to modernize their brand while still holding to their roots and their values.
A portion of The Markets at Hanover is also undergoing a change. Iron Lion will now occupy the space formerly held by Public House at the Markets. Iron Lion is an eatery and music venue and while they are currently open, they are undergoing some changes in their rebranding from the Public House name! Stay tuned for more details about this exciting change coming to The Markets at Hanover. Congratulations to both Brown Plus and Iron Lion (at the Markets at Hanover) on their new looks and branding!
BUSINESS BRIEFS HANOVER MARKET HOUSE ANNOUNCES VENDORS FOR 2024 The Hanover Market House is pleased to announce annual vendors participating in the Market for 2024. Food vendors include Apple Country Farm Stand, Aunt Bee’s Candies, Bella Joy by Jody, Cooper’s Cakes, Deiter’s Country Kitchen, Fairland Coffee & Bakery, Harner’s Bakery, Hughes Meats / Deli & Produce, Pine Valley Farm, Pretzel Lady, and This is a Farmhouse. Vendors offering cooked meals include Moon’s Restaurant and Hughes’ Snack Bar. Handcrafts and specialty gift items are available from: Bizzy Bee Crafts, Christopher Cringle’s, Country Creations by Arwana, Diane’s Farmhouse Crafts, For the Love of Bea’s Garden & Gifts, Handmade with Love, Hemlock Hollow Enterprises, The Home Reset, J&J Homemade Candy & Crafts, JNC Custom Creations, Linda Lou’s Stitchery, Little Hippie Girl Soap Company, Made by Deb, MnS Country Designs, Starseed Collective, and Willowingbrooks Soapery. Community groups offering information are the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center and the Hanover Area Historical Society. In addition, on-site blade sharpening services are being offered by Sharp Again – Blade Sharpening & Repair. Vendors interested in participating in the Hanover Market House can find information at www.HanoverMarket or by contacting Hanover Market House at 717-637-3877 or MarketHouse@HanoverBoroughPA. gov.
The Hanover Market House has been a staple in Hanover since 1815. Located at 210 East Chestnut St., the Market offers fresh meats, produce, baked goods and specialty foods, in addition to hand crafted and novelty items with special events occurring throughout the year. The Hanover Market House is open every Saturday from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. year-round. More information about the Market can be found online at www.HanoverMarket.com or on Facebook at www. facebook.com/HanoverMarket.
BARLEY SNYDER ELECTS PARTNER JENNIFER CRAIGHEAD CAREY AS MANAGING PARTNER Lancaster, Pa. – Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that Jennifer Craighead Carey has been elected managing partner and chief executive officer for a two-year term starting in 2024. She was unanimously selected by the firm’s partnership. Craighead Carey’s term as managing partner began January 1, following the conclusion of former managing partner Jeff Lobach’s successful ten years of service in this role. As managing partner, Craighead Carey is responsible for overseeing the operations and long-term planning of the firm. She has served on Barley Snyder’s Management Committee since 2021, in addition to serving in prior leadership roles within the firm. Craighead Carey will be the firm's first female managing partner. “Selecting the best leader for our future is the single most important choice we make. Our next leader will not merely follow the pattern established over the past decade but
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will set her own course to take the firm to new levels of achievement. Jennifer’s time among us has demonstrated that she is the person to carry us forward,” said Lobach. “This decision was based on the personal qualities, capabilities, experience and performance that Jennifer has exemplified during her career with us. Her decision-making is thoughtful, her reasoning insightful, and her positions persuasive and well-articulated. We are confident that Jennifer will exercise the mature judgment that will continue Barley Snyder’s upward trajectory.” Craighead Carey is a graduate of Millersville University and the Dickinson School of Law. She began her legal career in 1993, joining Barley Snyder as an associate in the firm’s Employment Practice Group, ascending to partner in 2001 and serving as practice group chair for 14 years. Craighead Carey commits significant time to leading numerous professional and community organizations across the region. Her impact has been recognized across the state and nationwide, being named to the Lawyers of Color “Law Firm Leaders” list, City & State PA’s “Law Power 100” list, Savoy Magazine’s “Most Influential Black Corporate Directors” list, and more. “For the past three decades, I’ve had the privilege of dedicating my career to Barley Snyder. Being chosen as our firm’s next managing partner is an incredible honor,” said Craighead Carey. “I eagerly anticipate extending the firm’s legacy of success, laid down by our previous leaders, with a steadfast commitment to developing our strategic growth, fostering our diversity and inclusion, enhancing client service and our strong culture of striving for excellence.”
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Lobach, who joined Barley Snyder in 1983, will continue as a partner at the firm, serving clients and providing support to leadership. He has served an unprecedented, five consecutive two-year terms as managing partner. Under Lobach’s direction, Barley Snyder expanded from a firm of 55 attorneys with five offices to one of nearly 140 attorneys with 11 offices.
election pattern so that roughly half of the Council is up for election each municipal election year. A Council member must be a registered voter and a resident of the Borough for at least one year prior to their election and must live in the ward which they represent. Service on the Council is gratis, and no member receives compensation for their service.
“Jeff has been an exceptional managing partner over the past decade,” said Chief Operating Officer Dorothy Rund. “We thank him for his steadfast dedication and strategic vision, and we look forward to Jennifer’s future leadership as she guides the firm forward.”
The responsibilities of Council members include upholding the Constitution and the laws of the Commonwealth and the Borough Code in addition to exercising legislative functions related to the safety and welfare of the citizens. Council members represent their respective ward constituents by serving on Borough committees and commissions wherein they administer matters related to budget, municipal functions, and Borough programs. Dates and times for regular Council meetings for the coming year are scheduled to be held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, except for November, which shall be the fourth Tuesday, and December, which shall be the fourth Monday. Meetings will be held at the Borough Council Chamber at 44 Frederick St., Hanover, at 7 p.m. and will include a period of public comment where citizens may comment on matters related to agenda items.
HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL BI-ANNUAL REORGANIZATION Hanover, PA – At the Borough of Hanover’s biannual reorganization meeting, held on January 2, 2024, Mayor SueAnn Whitman administered the Oath of Office as Council members to the following individuals: Tim Kress, incumbent, First Ward; Scott Roland, incumbent, Second Ward; Greg Bubb, Third Ward; Charles Hegberg, incumbent, Fourth Ward; Darlene Funk, incumbent, Fifth Ward; and Ed Lookenbill, incumbent, Fifth Ward. Other Council members currently serving include: Brian Fuentes, First Ward; William W. Reichart II, Second Ward; Carol Greenholt, Third Ward; and Barb Rupp, Fourth Ward. In addition, the Council elected Mr. Reichart and Mr. Kress as President and Vice-president, respectively. Council members are chosen by representative public election to serve four-year terms in a staggered
ATTORNEY DEREK. T. MANINFIOR JOINS CGA LAW FIRM AS LITIGATION ASSOCIATE York, PA - CGA Law Firm is pleased to welcome litigator Derek T. Maninfior to our Litigation Practice group as an associate of the firm. Maninfior has experience representing clients in civil and
criminal cases throughout central Pennsylvania. His expertise includes trial and appellate advocacy, making him a valuable addition to our team. “I am thrilled to join such a talented team of legal professionals,” said Maninfior. “The breadth of knowledge and experience at CGA is inspiring, and I’m excited to hone my skills as an advocate to provide exemplary legal representation to the York and surrounding communities.” Maninfior has a diverse background, having worked as a Judicial Intern for the Hon. Thomas P. Rogers in Montgomery County, and as a Solicitor and Intern for the City Solicitor in Philadelphia for the U.S. Department of Labor. He has earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Music from Eastern Illinois University and Indiana University, Bloomington, respectively, and a Juris Doctorate from the Beasley School of Law at Temple University. His broad academic and professional experience allows him to approach litigation cases holistically, taking into account the different facets of Pennsylvania law and their interactions.
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February 2, 2024 Legislative Roundtable, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Guthrie Memorial Library, 2 Library Place, Hanover, PA 17331
$15/ person - Member rate $30/person - Community rate
March 14, 2024 Membership Mixer hosted by iNet Technology, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM iNet Technology, 100 Carlisle St, Hanover PA, 17331
Complimentary for Members! RSVP by March, 7, 2024
Each year the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce hosts several events and we have the dates solidified for the upcoming year! Limited sponsorships remain, contact Jake at jtaylor@hanoverchamber.com for details!
55TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING May 30, 2024
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