NOV 2023
CHAMBER CONNECTION
Your connection to the greater Hanover business community.
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The Hanover Chamber Announces Winners of the 2024 Business Awards
BUSINESS BRIEFS
Christina Rosensteel, winner of the Her Traditions Women's Enrichment Award, sponsored by Her Traditions.
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Educators of the Year are selected by their respective school district. The 2023 honorees are:
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Conewago Valley School District - Derek Starner
THANK YOU WORKFORCE SPONSORS
The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the winners for our Annual Business Awards have been selected. The categories include Small Business of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Positive Action Award, Educators of the Year, and Her Tradition's Women's Enrichment Award. We received many nominations for oustanding individuals in the Hanover community. The Executive Committe of the Board of Directors has selected the following individuals as the 2023 awards: Prestige Apparel, Small Business of the Year, sponsored by BSSF. Kathi Fuhrman, Entreprenuer of the Year, sponsored by Barley Snyder. PennCares, Positive Action Award, sponsored by WellSpan Health.
Delone Catholic High School - John Fournie Hanover Public School District - Kate Landis South Western School District - Michael Renoll Spring Grove School District - Melissa Grim Congratulations to all of you for your outstanding achievements and contributions to the Hanover community! Please join us at to celebrate to celebrate the 2023 Business Awards recipients at Bay City Seafood Restaurant on Tuesday, November 7th from 5 PM to 8 PM. The cost to attend is $40 per person. Dinner and dessert are included and a cash bar is available throughout the event. To register, visit www.hanoverchamber. com/business-awards.
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HANOVER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
2022 - 2023 COMMUNITY LEADERS
2022 - 2023 CHAMBER PARTNERS
2022 - 2023 CORPORATE PARTNERS CGA Law Firm Conewago Enterprises, Inc. Cross Keys Village - The Brethren Home Community
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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.
NOV 2023 NEWSLETTER
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CHAMBER NEWS Sarah Messer Promoted to Vice President of the Chamber The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the promotion of Sarah Messer to Vice President. Sarah joined the Chamber in 2021 as Membership and Events Coordinator and has been responsible for events and member relations. In her role as Vice President Sarah will oversee the Chamber’s advocacy and government affairs efforts and become more involved with the Chamber’s workforce and community development initiatives. President Gary Laird offered the following words of praise for Sarah and her qualifications for this position: “Sarah is very deserving of this promotion as she has been instrumental in the growth and success of the organization over the last two years. Please join me in congratulating Sarah as she transitions into her new role.”
The Arts Guild Receives $10,000 Grant from The Walmart Foundation
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The Chamber Welcomes New Members to the Board of Directors
The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the new members to the Board of Directors for the upcoming term: Tom Allison, Allison’s Plumbing, Heating and AC Shaun Hoffman, Leonhardt Manufacturing Co. Inc. Stacy Pitta, Campbell’s Snacks Dr. John Scola, Hanover Public School District Brandon Wingert, L2 Brands LLC As we welcome the new members, we will also bid a fond farewell to three individuals who have served their full terms on the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors: Jess Kelley, Campbell's Snacks Rebecca Prehoda, Member's 1st Federal Credit Union Dr. Susan Seiple, Hanover Public Schools Please join us in thanking these members for their years of service to our Board of Directors. The Chamber is delighted to have a diverse group joining the Board of Directors while also maintaining relationships with organizations represented by previous board members. Join us in welcoming the new faces to our board!
The Chamber staff was pleased to join PA District 28 Senator Kristin Philips-Hill for a check presentation to the Hanover Arts Guild. The funds will support new lighting for the outside of the Arts Guild building, providing both a more aesthetically pleasing and safer sidewalk. Thank you to the Walmart Foundation for their generous support of the Hanover community and the arts!
Pictured above, Board of Directors, Fall of 2022
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CHAMBER NEWS The Chamber Kicks-Off Leadership Hanover Class of 2024 On Friday, October 6, the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce kicked off the Leadership Hanover Class of 2024. This is Leadership Hanover's 13th class and includes 21 participants.
The first day of Leadership Hanover served as an orientation day for the participants. The day began with lunch at The Altland House before President Gary Laird welcomed the group and gave an overview of what to anticipate from the course in the following months. The class was then asked to introduce themselves and share their own stories about their professional and leadership experience as well as what they are hoping to gain from Leadership Hanover.
Leadership Hanover is a six month program designed to connect participants to leaders within the community and strengthen their business network. Participants can expect to be immersed in topics such as local government, economic development, community health, and more. The goal is to deepen the understanding of the Hanover community to aid in the participants' success. We are excited to bring this experience to our class of 2024!
Day one of Leadership Hanover wrapped up with an ice breaker activity followed by a social hour for the particpants. HANOVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HALF PAGE AD 8W X 5H - FULL COLOR
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NOV 2023 SEK Celebrates 60 Years!
SEK, CPAs & Advisors is proud to announce our 60th anniversary this year! A full-service, certified public accounting and consulting firm, SEK first opened its doors in 1963. Today, SEK has five offices in Pennsylvania and one in Maryland, employing a total of 200 team members. At SEK, we have provided personalized attention and the highest quality service to our clients for the last six decades. We couldn’t have achieved this milestone without our incredible team of employees. To celebrate them, the firm scheduled multiple events throughout 2023, including a family trip to Hersheypark, summer office picnics, and an upcoming Cirque Musica holiday show at Luhrs Performing Arts Center. In addition to various other firm accolades, SEK was recently named one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 2023. The firm also recently received a Best of Accounting Award for Client Satisfaction by service quality research firm ClearlyRated.
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
New Member: Pristine Clean Professional Cleaning Services
Aero Energy Announces Bathroom Remodel Service
As a newly single mom, Karrie Shehan, started cleaning houses in 2018 when she lost her unfulfilling corporate job. She quickly realized how providing a clean and tidy environment reduced the stress and overwhelm felt by so many people in their hectic lives. That is when she traded in her high heels for a vacuum cleaner and Pristine Clean Professional Cleaning Services was born.
news! They have officially launched a new service line – Bathroom Remodels! Trusted by the Hanover community for over 90 years, Aero Energy is excited to bring this new service to Adams, York, and Cumberland counties. While the bathroom remodel operations have only been underway for a couple of months, Aero Energy is wasting no time! In addition to attaining a Prime Bath Dealer status, they have already completed several successful projects and have a new showroom that can be visited at their New Oxford, PA headquarters!
Pristine Clean Professional Cleaning Services is now a 5-Star, full-service, cleaning company offering residential, commercial, and janitorial services throughout York & Adams Counties in Southern Pennsylvania. Pristine Clean is licensed, insured and prides themselves on their ability to help make people’s lives better. All of their cleaning technicians are CERTIFIED professionals of their craft and fully vetted by the US Federal Government. Not only does Pristine Clean provide top notch cleaning services to their customers but it is of highest priority that they cultivate their employees. Pristine Clean offers fantastic wages to their staff, as well as a positive, uplifting, supportive work environment. Their high standards and dedication to family, community and a job well done sets them apart. Great customer service and a 100% satisfaction guarantee makes Pristine Clean Professional Cleaning Services a great choice for all of your home and business cleaning needs.
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With Aero Energy’s new bathroom remodel line, they specialize in the installation of showers, bathtubs, fixtures, toilets, vanities, lighting, and much more! From simple updates to full-scale remodels Aero Energy is able to tailor their services to the needs of each homeowner they work with. Worried about timing? Aero Energy completes these remodels in as little as one day depending on the size and scope. They are also proud to offer a variety of safety features that are beneficial for all age groups. These features include grab bars, benches, and even walk-in bathtubs.
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“I am proud to represent these high-quality products. They are not only stunning but are very easy to clean and come with a lifetime warranty. Our entire team works diligently to provide attention to detail to ensure the best experience for our clients from the consultation to the last finishing touches.” – Christina Miller, Bathroom Solutions Coordinator Regardless of the size of the project, estimates and inhome consultations are always free. To make things even better, Aero Energy is offering 15% off bathroom remodels plus 18-month interest-free financing to celebrate the new launch! To request a quote simply visit www.AeroEnergy.com or give them a call at 888-8271658.
BUSINESS BRIEFS BROWN SCHULTZ SHERIDAN & FRITZ RAISES $3,000 TO BENEFIT THE UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION
CAMP HILL, PA - Regional premier advisory firm, Brown Schultz Sheridan & Fritz (BSSF), is proud to have raised $3,000 to benefit the United Way of the Capital Region through its 2023 Cornhole Tournament. The tournament was held on Friday, September 22, at BSSF’s Camp Hill office. Twenty-six teams comprised of 52 players and 17 spectators participated in the outdoor cornhole event. “We are delighted to have raised $3,000 in support of the essential community programs and services offered by the United Way of the Capital Region,” said Ken Wolfe, President and Managing Principal at BSSF. “Our annual fundraising event for the United Way has consistently proven to be a fun and successful avenue by which we can support those in need in our community, while also connecting with our valued clients, dedicated team members and steadfast community partners.” Organizations participated in the BSSF Cornhole Tournament by making donations to register players, register spectators or sponsor the event. BSSF covered the cost for Rubbin’ Meats Backyard BBQ food truck to provide food to participants on-site.
The success of this year’s cornhole tournament would not have been possible without the generosity of the 15 organizations and individuals who sponsored the event. Those sponsors include 44 Business Capital; Ainsworth; the BSSF Marketing Team; BSSF Valuation and Litigation Consulting; Clelan and Company; Edwin L. Heim Company; Englewood Brewery; the Esworthy Family; Gunn-Mowery LLC; Hershey’s Ice Cream; Ken Wolfe; Lighthouse Wealth Management; Mellow Mink Brewing Company; North Group Consultants; and Schmidt Kramer PC. The mission of the United Way of the Capital Region is to move Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry County families forward by empowering their independence through access to health care, school readiness, workforce development and basic needs programs. BSSF has been hosting annual community fundraising events to benefit the United Way of the Capital Region for over 10 years. The Firm has held workplace giving campaigns to support the United Way annually since its inception in 1990. TREYSTA TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT ANNOUNCES COMMITMENT TO GROWING GLOBAL CYBERSECURITY SUCCESS DURING CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH 2023 TREYSTA technology management announced its commitment to cybersecurity education by participating in the 20th Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Founded in 2004, Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held each October,
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is the world’s foremost initiative aimed at promoting cybersecurity awareness and best practices. Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort among businesses, government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations, tribal communities, and individuals committed to educating others on online safety. “October is Cybersecurity Awareness month,” said John George, President of TREYSTA, “but being vigilant about protecting your assets and data is a year-round commitment.” From mobile to connected home devices, technology is deeply intertwined with our lives. And while the evolution of technology accelerates, cybercriminals are working just as hard to find ways to compromise technology and disrupt personal and business life. For 20 Octobers and counting, Cybersecurity Awareness Month aims to highlight some of the emerging challenges that exist in the world of cybersecurity today and provide straightforward actionable guidance that anyone can follow to create a safe and secure digital world for themselves and their loved ones. Starting this year, the new theme of Cybersecurity Awareness Month is Secure Our World, with the main messaging revolving around four key cybersecurity best practices: 1. Understanding the benefits of using a password manager and dispelling existing myths around password manager security and ease of use. 2. Turning on multifactor authentication on personal devices and business networks.
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3. Recognizing and reporting phishing – still one of the primary threat actions used by cybercriminals today. 4. Installing updates on a regular basis. threat actions used by cybercriminals today. Cybersecurity Awareness Month continues to build momentum and impact with the goal of providing everyone with the information they need to stay safer and more secure online. TREYSTA technology management is proud to support this far-reaching online safety awareness and education initiative which is comanaged by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the National Cybersecurity Alliance. PENNSYLVANIA IMMIGRATION RESOURCE CENTER RECOGNIZES BARLEY SNYDER AS THE LIGHT OF LIBERTY LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR YORK, Pa. – Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that the Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center (PIRC) has recognized the firm with the 2023 Light of Liberty Law Firm of the Year Award. The Light of Liberty event is an annual celebration hosted by PIRC to recognize individuals and organizations that have furthered the organization’s mission. The PIRC, based in York, Pa., provides free legal services and education to help immigrants obtain or protect their legal status. The firm has been associated with the nonprofit organization for nearly three decades by providing pro bono legal services to vulnerable immigrants
in Central Pennsylvania, expanding to provide assistance throughout the state. PIRC was originally established largely as a result of the community's response to the indefinite detention of asylum seekers in York County which occurred in 1993. These events spurred a pro bono immigration project which became nationally known as the “Golden Venture” and was spearheaded by Managing Partner Jeff Lobach, then president of the York County Bar Association.
has grown alongside the nonprofit, encompassing communities across the state. Throughout PIRC’s history, Barley Snyder has been an incredible partner, providing critical pro bono services to the immigrant community, stabilizing lives and providing hope,” said Miller. “We are grateful to honor the firm in this way. Through PIRC’s 25-plus year history, the organization has continually been inspired by pro bono efforts led by attorneys, such as Jeff Lobach, at Barley Snyder.”
“We are very proud that our firm has been recognized with this prestigious award from an organization that has become a highly effective crusader for refugee rights,” said Lobach. “We are honored to have been involved with the PIRC continuously since its inception. During this time, we have been gratified and humbled to help PIRC change the lives of so many deserving individuals. Our firm thanks PIRC for recognizing Barley Snyder’s devotion to providing access to justice through its initiatives.”
Barley Snyder was recognized with the award at a celebration held on September 20 at the Heritage Hills Golf Resort in York. The evening featured a keynote address from Governor Josh Shapiro’s Secretary of Policy and Planning, Akbar Hossain.
PIRC Development Director Elizabeth Miller stated that the firm was chosen for the award based on its ongoing pro bono work and commitment to advocating for immigrants, most recently with pro bono efforts to assist immigrant survivors of violence in Pennsylvania. In 2021, Partner David Freedman spearheaded a statewide effort to push courts to adjudicate U visa cases that have been backlogged for years. Several Barley Snyder attorneys volunteered their time which resulted in dozens of immigrants receiving their U visa approvals, thus providing them protection from deportation and a path to legal, permanent residency. “In the past ten years, the PIRC Light of Liberty Awards Reception
BOROUGH COUNCIL ACTIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS The following are the highlights of the Borough Council’s September’s meeting held on September 27, 2023. Read the full article and get a complete overview of the day's agenda by visiting https://business. hanoverchamber.com/news/ and clicking on the article.
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RSVP for all events at hanoverchamber.com November 2, 2023 WellSpan Health Surgery Center Mixer, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM WellSpan Health & Surgery Center, 1227 Baltimore St, Hanover PA, 17331
Complimentary for members
November 3, 2023 Legislative Roundtable, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM The Markets at Hanover, 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA 17331
$15/person, member rate $30/person, community rate
November 7, 2023 Hanover Chamber Business Awards 2023, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Bay City Seafood, 110 W Eisenhower Dr, Hanover, PA 17331
$40/person
November 9, 2023 Coffee Hour hosted by the VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove, 440 N Madison, Hanover, PA 17331
Complimentary for members
November 16, 2023 Membership Mixer hosted by The Markets at Hanover, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM The Markets at Hanover, 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA 17331
Complimentary for members
December 8, 2023 Hanover Chamber Holiday Luncheon, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM The Hanover Country Club, 200 Water St, Abbottstown, PA 17301
$60/person, member rate $75/person, community rate
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