Chamber Connection
Take Advantage of your Chamber Membership
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Events
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In addition to networking opportunities at events, the Chamber offers many additional benefits for your membership investment including ways to promote your business events, share news, advertise deals and discounts, post jobs, and more!
We encourage every member to take full advantage of all the opportunities the Chamber offers to enhance and expand your organization’s reach.
MEMBER INFORMATION CENTER
All Chamber members have a secure password-protected Member Information Center available through the Hanover Chamber website. Here, you can view and edit company information which automatically updates the public member listing on the Hanover Chamber’s website, pay bills, interact with other members, submit jobs, advertising, and events for approval, and register for events. If you need to reset your login information or want to add representatives from your company, email office@hanoverchamber.com.
DIRECTORY LISTING
Thank you Workforce Sponsors
Did you know that you can edit and improve your directory listing on our website? You can update your address, phone, website, and representative information on the directory listing by logging into the Member Information Center. Business Members and above have access to Enhanced Listings, which allow for logos, videos, and more.
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Member businesses are invited to send company news, personnel updates, and special interest stories for consideration in the Chamber Connection newsletter. Please include a high-res photo in JPG or PDF format. News must be submitted by the first
Friday of the month for inclusion in the following month’s newsletter. Please send all content to Caitlin Johnson, Marketing & PR Manager, at cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com.
JOB POSTINGS / HOT DEALS
Is your business looking to hire? Do you have a special deal available? Chamber members can submit job postings and hot deals to be displayed on the chamber's website for other members and the public to view. These can be submitted by logging into the Member Information Center.
2022-2023 Community Leaders
CGA Law Firm
Conewago Enterprises, Inc.
Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community Ox Industries
Riley Welding & Fabricating LLC
Select Physical Therapy
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.
Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce
Chair of the Board
Brandon J. Smith, AAMS, Edward Jones
Secretary/Treasurer
Ashley Hershey, BSSF CPAs
Vice Chairs
Victoria Csuri, KLK Welding
Jeremy Frey, Barley Snyder
Sarah Gebhart, WellSpan
Julia Groft, Manpower
Past Chair
Mike Kelly, Traditions Bank
Board of Directors
Dr. Jay Burkhart, South Western School District
Jon Harris, M&T Bank
Nikki Hoffman, Stambaugh-Ness
Liz Johnides, The Markets at Hanover
Jess Kelley, Campbell's Snacks
Drew Little, Conewago Valley School District
Rebecca Prehoda, Member's 1st FCU
Dr. Susan Seiple, Hanover Public Schools
Jody Shaffer, YWCA Hanover
Cynthia Simpson, Utz Quality Foods
Loni Smith, Hanover Auto Team
Lesley Zinn, UPMC
Chamber Staff
Gary Laird, President glaird@hanoverchamber.com
Elizabeth Csuri, Administrative Manager ecsuri@hanoverchamber.com
Caitlin Johnson, Marketing & PR Manager cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com
Sarah Messer, Director of Operations smesser@hanoverchamber.com
Chamber Connection is a monthly publication of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce. For deadline information, please contact our Marketing & PR Manager at cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com.
Borough of Hanover Announces New Borough Manager
On December 19, 2022 the Borough of Hanover welcomed Margie Lewis as Borough Manager. Lewis, a native of Lakewood, Ohio, however, raised in York County, has spent her career in government service, locally with York County Parks and Manheim Township, Lancaster County and regionally as a civilian with the Army Corps of Engineers. She most recently served as Executive Director of Recreation, District #1 in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana where her role included oversight of district-owned water, sewer, and roadway systems, as well as personnel and facility management and recreation programming.
Lewis earned her Bachelor of Science degree from York College and her Master of Science degree from Clemson University. In addition to municipal leadership, Lewis recently served as President of the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society (2020–2022), as well as committee roles in the National Recreation and Park Association. In her role as Borough Manager, Lewis will oversee the administration of all municipal departments of the Borough of Hanover except for the police department and will provide a central point of accountability for the administration of Borough government while serving as a central point of contact to help Hanover citizens participate in local government.
“On behalf of Borough Council, I am most pleased to welcome Margaret Lewis to the position of Borough Manager,” stated William W. Reichart II, Borough Council President. “I am confident that she brings a multitude of skills to the management of the Borough’s business and an array of talents to forming and fostering the Borough’s relationships and interests. Margie’s experience, high work ethic, and drive are self-evident. Council looks forward to long tenure and association with Manager Lewis.”
The Borough of Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania, was incorporated in 1815. It is governed by the Borough Council, overseen by the Borough Manager, and staffed by administrative, public service, public works, sewer, water, refuse and engineering professionals. Known as the Snack Food Capital of the World, Hanover is home, not only to numerous food industries, but also to manufacturing, technology, and sales. Hanover Borough offices, located at 44 Frederick Street, can be reached at 717-637-3877 or online at info@ HanoverBoroughPA.gov. More information is also available at www.HanoverBoroughPA.gov.
Member Spotlight: Select Physical Therapy
If you are dealing with a recent injury, recovering from surgery or experiencing chronic pain, Select Physical Therapy can help you heal, regain strength, mobility and reduce pain. We provide a patient care experience in a compassionate environment.
Our goal is to help you feel better physically while making sure you’re comfortable and an active partner throughout treatment. Our experienced clinical team will work to get to the core of your injury or condition so you can return to work, athletics and daily life.
We offer physical, occupational and speech therapy as well as specialty rehabilitation services at five convenient locations in the greater Hanover area including Cherry Tree, South Hanover, Littlestown, New Oxford and Spring Grove. To schedule an appointment or learn more about our services, call 877-584-3444 or visit selectphysicaltherapy.com.
Discover Hanover® 2023
The 15th edition of Discover Hanover® Magazine is available now! In addition to the magazine, we are also distributing 60,000 rack cards with a QR code to our digital edition. Local businesses are highlighted throughout the magazine. We distribute the magazine to locations highly visible to tourists throughout five states. The goal of the magazine is to feature everything Hanover has to offer and draw visitors to the area.
Any Chamber member or business interested in receiving additional copies to distribute or have on site, please contact Caitlin Johnson at cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com.
Your History Shapes Our History!
To help us celebrate 100 years, we are inviting members to share their story with us. Your story could be an inspiring or interesting moment in your company history, an overview of your company history, a person or place that impacted your company, a story about your connection to the Chamber or to the greater community – and so much more! You can find the submission form on our website at hanoverchamber.com/100-years.
Save the Date! Snack Town Street Fair
July 15,
2023
Join the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce and Utz Brands for a one day festival in Downtown Hanover, that features craft vendors, food vendors, live music, kids’ entertainment, and more!
Early bird vendor applications are now open for all vendors. Register before March 1st to receive early bird pricing. Applications can be completed online. Artists and crafters, businesses, non-profits, food trucks, bakers and brewers are all invited to participate.
Visit snacktownstreetfair.com to find additional vendor information and to fill out your applications to secure early bird pricing. If you have any questions about being a vendor, please contact the office at office@hanoverchamber.com
Thank you to our 2023 Sponsors:
Premier: Utz Brands
Community: Campbell's Snacks, UPMC, WellSpan Health
Entertainment: J.A. Myers Homes
Media: Rocky 98.5 WYCR
Brewers’ Alley: Public House at The Markets
Transportation: Certified CIO
Blast from the Past!
This photo shows the view from Center Square looking down Broadway. Note the traffic signal, Famous Hot Wiener Shop, and Firestone Tires.
If you have any photos that you would like to submit for inclusion in an upcoming newsletter, you can send them to Caitlin Johnson at cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com.
PRESTIGE APPAREL PROMOTES KALEY ARNOLD TO OFFICE MANAGER
Prestige Apparel in Hanover, PA recently promoted Kaley Arnold to Office Manager. She has been with the company for a year and a half and quickly shined in her role as an office assistant. She has gone above and beyond and truly cares for their clients. Having a background in customer service, she can continue with and exceed the expectations of all their new and returning customers. She is determined, organized, and reliable. Congratulations Kaley on your welldeserved promotion. Cheers to many more years with Prestige Apparel!
easements that has benefited his real estate clients.
Stephen earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Baltimore School of Law. He is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Maryland. Stephen is currently a member of the York County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations.
throughout the firm, and has served as Chair since its inception.
Outside of the office, Daryl serves as Treasurer for Margaret E. Moul Home and as Insurance Trust Trustee for York Builders Association. He also volunteers for the Junior Achievement program. Daryl enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and working out.
CGA LAW FIRM ADDS A NEW SHAREHOLDER
CGA Law Firm is pleased to announce the election of Stephen R. McDonald, Esq. to shareholder.
Stephen has been practicing law for over 25 years and has acquired extensive experience in multiple areas. He is a seasoned attorney in both civil litigation and criminal defense. Well versed in municipal law, Stephen serves as the solicitor for multiple municipalities in South Central Pennsylvania, and the York County Clerk of Court’s Office. He often represents clients in front of zoning hearing boards and other municipal and local government entities.
Prior to joining CGA, Stephen worked at the Office of the District Attorney for York County, where he spent years prosecuting in jury trials. Before that, he was the president of a title company, where he handled thousands of real estate transactions. His work leading the title company gave him a thorough knowledge of title, contracts, assessments, and
SEK ADMITS TWO NEW MEMBERS OF THE FIRM
The Members of SEK, CPAs & Advisors are pleased to announce that Daryl L. Staley, CPA, MBA, and Evan M. Wabrick, CPA, MBA, have been admitted as Members of the Firm effective January 1, 2023.
Daryl L. Staley, CPA, MBA, provides tax planning, tax compliance, and strategic business advisory services to closely held businesses and their owners. He specializes in working with clients in the construction, manufacturing, and real estate industries.
Daryl is inspired by helping people – from entrepreneurs to retirees and everyone in between. His motivation comes from serving as a trusted advisor to his clients.
Daryl joined SEK’s Hanover office in 2013 after graduating summa cum laude from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Master’s in Business Administration. He is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Pennsylvania. When SEK opened a Downtown York location in 2016, Daryl transferred to the new office to focus on fostering business relationships in his hometown and local community. He was promoted to Manager in 2019.
Daryl serves on the firm’s Practice Development Committee and Tax Committee. He also developed an Emerging Professionals Committee in 2018, which now has 54 members
Evan M. Wabrick, CPA, MBA, provides accounting, tax, and strategic advisory services to individual and business clients. His industry specialties include retail, healthcare, manufacturing, construction, financial services, and real estate. As the leader of the firm’s SALT (State and Local Tax) group, Evan is responsible for preparing and reviewing multi-state tax returns, working with consolidated tax returns, and consulting on complex state and local tax matters for a variety of clients.
Evan finds inspiration through engaging with clients – both by helping them with their businesses and taxes and getting to know them and their families on a personal level.
Evan graduated from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Master’s in Business Administration. He joined SEK’s Carlisle office in 2014 after two internships with the firm. Evan is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Pennsylvania. He was promoted to Manager in 2019.
An avid community volunteer, Evan serves on the Board of Directors for West Shore Young Professionals and for Shippensburg University Alumni Association. He was a 2020 graduate of the Leadership Cumberland program and was part of the Finest Class of 2018 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Central PA. He is also a volunteer for Junior Achievement and Mechanicsburg Community Church. His hobbies include playing golf and other recreational sports, watching football and movies, spending time with family and friends, and international travel.
STOCK AND LEADER, LLP ELECTS DOYLE AND DALTON AS PARTNERS
Stock and Leader, LLP is pleased to announce the unanimous election of Attorneys Sarah L. Doyle and Dr. Leigh E. Dalton to partnership, effective January 1, 2023.
Managing Partner Steve Hovis states, “Sarah has proven her ability to counsel businesses on compliance with state and federal employment laws, navigate complex litigation matters, and manage risk in the workplace for both our private and public sector clients. She prides herself on understanding her client’s needs and objectives and finding practical solutions to their problems. She is an invaluable piece of our employment and litigation teams.”
Additionally, Hovis shares, “Leigh loves a challenge. Through a policy focus, she advises on the impact of ongoing changes to Federal and state legislation and regulations, as well as local, state, and federal caselaw that affect public school districts. Leigh enjoys advising on all matters related to students such as special education, gifted education, restorative practices, and approaches to support homeless and foster care students. Leigh is an integral part of our School Group.”
About Stock and Leader’s Newest Partners
Sarah is a member of the Business, Municipal and School Practice Groups and the Litigation team. She counsels private and local government clients on governance issues, including personnel, risk management in the workplace, and advocacy during litigation and pre-litigation matters.
Sarah serves as a Board Member for the Farm and Natural Lands Trust of York County and York Central Market, and is on the Executive Committee for the Advisory Board of Penn State York.
Sarah received her undergraduate degree from The Pennsylvania State University and her Juris Doctorate from The Dickinson School of Law of The Pennsylvania State University.
Leigh is a member of the School Law Practice Group and applies her Ph.D. in education policy to guide clients on various school topics, including but not limited to, special education and pupil personnel matters, including equity, disproportionality, discipline, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Leigh is a trainer for the Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center, a member of the United Way of York County Women United, Emerging Leaders Society, and Allocations Committee, assists with the development of youth courts, serves on the York County Bar Foundation’s Grant Committee, and is a member of the Women’s Giving Circle.
Leigh received her undergraduate degree from University of Massachusetts Amherst, a Juris Doctorate from University of Baltimore School of Law, and a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
JODIE MEGLIO, CPA EARNS DATA ANALYST CERTIFICATE BUNDLE
SEK, CPAs & Advisors is pleased to announce Jodie Meglio, CPA, Senior Associate, has completed the Data Analyst Certificates bundle through the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
The Data Analyst Certificates bundle is a five-part program that provides practical guidance and training on data analytics. The bundle includes five certificate programs: Data Analytics Core Concepts, Application of Data Analysis Essentials, Data Analytics Modeling, Forecasting and Predictive Analytics, and Data Visualization.
Jodie joined the firm in 2018 and works in the firm’s Carlisle, Pennsylvania office. He provides valuation, financial statement preparation, and tax services to a variety of small business, commercial, and nonprofit clients. Jodie’s strong work ethic, maturity, and drive make him an integral member of the Transactional Advisory Services Team. His specialty areas include data sorting, mining, and analytics. Jodie’s strengths include his advanced use of technology and his patience in assisting clients as they learn new processes. He graduated magna cum laude from Shippensburg University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Graduate Certificate in Advanced Supply Chain & Logistics Management.
VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF HANOVER & SPRING GROVE FLORENCE DEHAVEN STICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Applications are now being accepted for the Florence de Haven Stick Memorial Scholarship offered through Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Hanover & Spring Grove, Inc. Any person living in the areas surrounding Hanover or Spring Grove or in any part of Adams County is eligible. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program or accepted for classes beginning in the fall for a career as an RN or LPN.
Several scholarships (between $3,000 and $5,000 each) will be awarded. Applications must be submitted online at https://www.vnahanover.org/scholarship. Application deadline is March 17, 2023. The scholarship honors Florence de Haven Stick, Hanover’s first visiting nurse. The scholarship fund was established by the VNA in 1982 and funded by a bequest from Dr. Edward W. Stick as a memorial to his wife. The legacy of our first nurse has been carried on for forty years through the memorial scholarship bearing her name.
Tree of Life - Ribbon Cutting & Open House
The Glatfelter Agency sponsored our first Eye Opener Breakfast of 2023 on January 18th at The Markets at Hanover’s Ballroom on Broadway. TGA representatives and partners gave a very informative presentation on a few of the offerings available through TGA including employer health clinics, building valuations, and risk management strategies.
Thank you to all the members who attended, The Markets at Hanover for hosting, and The Glatfelter Agency for sponsoring our breakfast. If you’re interested in learning more about TGA, please visit their website www.tga-ins.com/.
