November 2022 Chamber Connection Newsletter

Updates from Chamber President, Gary Laird

Planning for the Future

The Hanover Chamber will be developing a new strategic plan in 2023. The last strategic plan update was in 2019. We want to hear from our members and the community about the role of the Chamber moving forward. Our business has changed since the pandemic so its appropriate that we find out what is important to our members and adjust our focus accordingly. As we begin the new year you will see more information being communicated about the planning process and we would like to hear from you. If you have an interest and would like to be involved, contact Gary Laird at the Chamber, glaird@hanoverchamber.com.

Strengthen U.S. Energy Production

The Hanover Chamber was one of 218 Chambers and associations from across the country to advocate for greater domestic energy production. The Chambers specifically called for ending the ban on new oil and natural gas exploration on federal lands and waters, restring cancelled lease sales, and adopting a 5-year plan for offshore oil and gas development that allows the U.S. to fully leverage its offshore energy potential.

“With analysts predicting a return to high oil and natural gas prices this fall and winter, businesses are bracing for even more pressure,” said Marty Durbin, president of the U.S. Chamber’s Global Energy Institute.

National Apprenticeship Week

National Apprenticeship Week is a nationwide celebration established by the U.S. Department of Labor where registered

apprenticeship champions highlight the importance of apprenticeship, a proven and industry-driven training model that provides a critical talent pipeline that can help address some of our nation’s pressing workforce challenges. Registered apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, receive progressive wage increases, classroom instruction, and a portable, nationally recognized credential. Since 2017, the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce has sponsored a group apprenticeship program for multiple employers in the community. The Chamber's model is open to any employer in a variety of different industries. To learn more about the Chamber's apprenticeship program and workforce development initiatives, contact Gary Laird at glaird@hanoverchamber.com.

Foundation for Free Enterprise Education

The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce received a commendation from the Foundation for Free Enterprise Education for our support and dedication to the mission of annual goals for their Foundation.

The mission of the Foundation is to provide economic education programs that celebrate the American free enterprise system that are synonymous with excellence. In order for these goals to be a reality, dedicated partnering organizations are essential to help promote, develop and present programming annually to the youth of Pennsylvania. For more information about the programs, visit pfew.org.

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Business and Education Partnerships are Building a Talent Pipeline in Hanover

By: Joe Connolly, Career Counselor, New Oxford High School

New Oxford High School has benefited tremendously from the work of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce. Three years ago, NOHS opened a state of the art Tech center rivaling many Career and Technology Centers in the way of layout, program offerings, facilities and equipment. The former CVSD Superintendent, Dr. Russel Greenholt, along with the Board of School Directors, administrators, community business partners, faculty, staff, parents and students made this possible for future NOHS students to experience an incredible level of instruction and practice. Being educators, sometimes our business acumen is limited and that is where Gary Laird and the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce staff helped NOHS to make some key connections. NOHS students not only have a unique opportunity given the facility and programs, they also benefit from job shadowing, pre-apprenticeships, special programming cooperative education and many other one-off experiences that have been facilitated by the introductions made by the Chamber staff to area businesses. The connections came from already established ongoing meetings between community businesses and the Chamber, individual visitations and targeted introductions. The Chamber already had the framework in place for NOHS to capitalize on these budding relationships and offered feedback and challenged NOHS to evaluate how we use the facility and what types of outcomes are possible. None of this is necessarily “required” of the Chamber but all of it is greatly appreciated by NOHS as there are times where, quite frankly, “we don’t know what we don’t know.” Joseph Connolly, Career Counselor at NOHS said “we would not be at where we are today if it were not for the Chamber. Sure, we likely would have gotten here eventually, but they helped to accelerate the pace at which we were able to connect with and begin partnering with local businesses and I am grateful for their willingness to help shepherd us through this process.” Gary Laird, President of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce said “NOHS is truly committed to providing students with career pathway exploration opportunities outside the classroom and have worked hard to understand the needs of local business. They made a significant financial investment in the Tech center to provide students with the training necessary to address the skills gaps that exist in local industry in occupations like welding, machining, and mechatronics. Our future is bright thanks to the leadership and commitment of NOHS”.

2022 Holiday Luncheon

Join us for the Hanover Chamber's Annual Holiday Luncheon presented by DOCEO on Friday, December 9th, at the Hanover Country Club. The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to celebrating the holiday season with the Hanover Area business community each December. This year, we are pleased to host Pennsylvania State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill as the representative for the newly redistricted Hanover area. PA State Representative Kate Klunk, 169th Legislative District, will also provide an update and help us recognize Stan Saylor for his many years of service and dedication to the business community.

Seating is limited. Please register by Friday, December 2, or to reserve a table for your company, please contact Sarah Messer at smesser@hanoverchamber.com.

The Chamber Celebrates 100 Years in 2023

Phoenix Physical Therapy

The Hanover Chamber was pleased to join PA State Rep. Kate Klunk, Mayor SueAnn Whitman, Hanover Chamber Board Chair, Brandon Smith, and the New Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce at Phoenix Physical Therapy's ribbon cutting and open house on September 15th for their new Hanover location on Carlisle Street.

The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to be celebrating its 100th Anniversary starting this December! Since 1923, our members have made it possible for us to serve, advocate and lead our business community. Over the course of 12 months, the Hanover Chamber will be celebrating that history through storytelling, events, and programs reflecting on our community’s business history while preparing for the next 100 years.

Join the Hanover Chamber in celebration by sponsoring our 100th anniversary at different sponsorship levels that include benefits through December 2023. If you are interested in sponsorship, please contact Sarah Messer, Director of Operations, at smesser@hanoverchamber.com to discuss your options.

Jersey Mike's

Welcome to Hanover, Jersey Mike’s! Hanover Chamber staff were pleased to join Mayor SueAnn Whitman, Hanover Borough PA, and Christy Lucas, Roots for Boots at Jersey Mike’s ribbon cutting and check presentation on September 27th, at their Hanover location. Check out the great menu options for lunch, dinner, or catering needs!

5th Annual Snack Town Brewfest

Thank you to all the sponsors of Snack Town Brewfest for helping to make this event possible! The new location at Moul Field offered more space to attendees and vendors. We look forward to planning for 2023!

PRESENTING SPONSORS:

VIP HOUR SPONSOR: KLK Welding, Inc.

ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR: J.A. Myers

SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

Bobcat of Adams County - A Crownstone Equipment Company AWM Media Solutions Rocky 98.5 WYCR

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Richard Ellenberger, a wealth advisor with Domani Wealth, has earned the prestigious Certified Financial PlannerTM Professional designation. He has also been promoted to wealth advisor.

The standard of excellence in financial planning, CFP® professionals meet rigorous education, training and ethical standards. Those who achieve this designation are also committed to serving in their clients’ best interest as a fiduciary. Individuals who gain this certification are educated within investment, tax, retirement, estate, insurance, financial and education planning. The six-hour exam measures critical thinking and problem solving, testing ability to apply financial planning in an integrated approach to real-life situations. Ellenberger also had to complete thousands of hours of professional career experience related to the financial planning process to earn his CFP®.

“This designation requires monumental effort, and truly shows Richard’s dedication and expertise,” said Chris Stock, partner and senior wealth advisor with the firm. Ellenberger first joined Domani Wealth in 2013, after spending four years with the U.S. Marine Corps. His career has included working directly with clients on developing financial plan recommendations, managing investment portfolio intricacies and being an active part of the financial processes of Domani Wealth. His primary responsibility as a wealth advisor will be to work with clients to onboard, create financial plans, adjust plans throughout their relationship and continue to increase efficiencies and help create a future focused wealth management company.

“Richard is well known for his tenacity, willingness to take on anything and productivity,” Stock said. “His teamwork shines through, and clients enjoy working with him for his expertise and know-how.” Ellenberger is also an Accredited Investment Fiduciary® and has a

bachelor’s degree in business from The Pennsylvania State University. He is involved in the Rotary Club of Hanover and is a past board member, as well as a member of the Hanover Young Professionals and a board member and investment committee member of the York County Parks Foundation.

BRETT D. FULK JOINS ACNB BANK

ACNB Bank recently welcomed Brett D. Fulk as Executive Vice President/Chief Strategy Officer. In this role, he is responsible for management of the Bank’s functional areas of community banking and marketing, as well as initiatives related to strategic planning and revenue enhancement. This new position is also integral to the Bank’s long-term executive management succession planning with the retirement of Executive Vice President/ Chief Community Banking Officer Thomas R. Stone slated for May 2023. Mr. Fulk is based at the ACNB Corporation Operations Center, located at 100 V-Twin Drive, Gettysburg, PA.

“We, at ACNB Bank, are excited to have Mr. Fulk join our organization in this new role as a member of the Bank’s Executive Management team,” said James P. Helt, ACNB Corporation and ACNB Bank President & Chief Executive Officer. “With his extensive experience and knowledge garnered from a career founded in the community banking arena, he brings valuable perspectives and insights to further our strategic plans for both organic and inorganic growth as we continue to build relationships and find solutions to serve our customers of today and tomorrow.”

Mr. Fulk has worked in the banking industry for more than 30 years. He

most recently served as president and chief executive officer and a director of Riverview Financial Corporation and Riverview Bank, which were acquired by Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. in late 2021. He originally joined Riverview Bank in 2011 as chief operating officer. Prior to 2011, Mr. Fulk served in various capacities with Susquehanna Bank and CommunityBanks including as managing director of commercial services for Pennsylvania and regional executive and president with oversight of business development and banking operations in the northcentral and York regions of Pennsylvania during his tenure.

Originally from Millersburg, PA, Mr. Fulk earned a Bachelor of Science in finance from Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, PA. His past community service included county commissioner appointment to the Schuylkill County Marcellus Shale Strategic Task Force, board membership for the Schuylkill Economic Development Corporation, and member of the board of deacons for Kimmels Evangelical Free Church in Orwigsburg, PA. Mr. Fulk currently resides in Harrisburg, PA, and has three adult daughters---Natalie, Andrea and Courtney--as well as a grandson.

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ATTORNEYS ADDED TO BARLEY SNYDER TEAM

Barley Snyder continues to grow and expand its group of attorneys, as the firm has hired two new associates, Tasha R. Stoltzfus Nankerville and Charmaine E. Nyman.

Both joined the firm in September of 2022, then received news of passing the Pennsylvania Bar Exam in October.

The two new attorneys are:

Tasha R. Stoltzfus Nankerville: A Lancaster native with Amish roots, Nankerville is a member of our Litigation Practice Group in our Lancaster office. She received her J.D. from Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law (cum laude), her master’s degree from Villanova University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (magna cum laude), and her bachelor’s degree from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. Nankerville worked as an intern with the Lancaster County District Attorney’s office and Villanova Law’s Institute to Address Commercial Sexual Exploitation (CSE Institute). She also spent three months as a summer associate with Barley Snyder in 2021.

Charmaine E. Nyman: A Clinton County native, Nyman brings an extensive background working in the legal field through various internships, externships and other experiences. Nyman is a member of our Business and Real Estate practice groups in our Hanover office. Nyman is a magna cum laude graduate of the University of Richmond School of Law and summa cum laude graduate of Kutztown University. She has worked as a paralegal

for two years and worked as a judicial intern in the United States District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania.

“I have no doubt that Tasha and Charmaine and will be great assets to the firm based on their ambition, impressive backgrounds and diligence,” Barley Snyder managing partner Jeff Lobach said. “We are truly fortunate to attract and retain high-quality talent to serve our communities throughout Central Pennsylvania and beyond.”

service and a deep commitment to inspiring change. The 2022 winners were honored on October 19th at a celebration at the Hilton Harrisburg.

About Attorney Devon Myers Kolomick

Devon Myers

CGA EARNS MIDPENN’S LAW FIRM AWARD

CGA was the Central Pennsylvania law firm selected to receive the MidPenn 2022 Law Firm Award. CGA was recognized due to its many years of pro bono work to assist marginalized communities in York County. CGA Law Firm has 100% participation in the pro bono program and its attorneys have made a significant difference in the lives of countless low-income residents.

Attorney Larry Young accepted the award on behalf of CGA at the recent Annual Access to Justice Event at Hershey Brewery and Vineyards in Middletown, PA.

CGA ATTORNEY DEVON MYERS KOLOMICK HONORED WITH FORTY UNDER 40 AWARD

Attorney Devon Myers Kolomick is honored to be chosen by the Central Penn Business Journal editors and publisher to receive the Forty Under 40 award. Forty Under Forty recognizes professionals 40 years of age and younger who have been successful in the Central Pennsylvania area. Honorees are selected based on professional accomplishments, community

Kolomick is a shareholder of the CGA Law Firm. She provides general legal service to individuals and businesses

in the areas of estate planning and administration, real estate, business law and municipal law.

She completed her Juris Doctorate from the Widener University School of Law, magna cum laude, where she was a member of the Widener Law Review. Devon earned her Bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh, cum laude.

Devon primarily focuses her practice on real estate transactions; drafting ordinances, resolutions, and contracts for public agencies; representation of applicants requesting zoning relief, including variances, special exceptions, and curative amendments; representation of businesses and drafting contracts; and estate planning and estate administration. She is an active member of the York County Bar Association. Devon is the co-chair for the Law Day Committee and is also a member of the Young Lawyers Division.

Devon serves her community as a member of the Board of Directors of The Parliament Arts Organization and as a member of Women Living United, an initiative of the United Way of York County. ¬Devon previously served on the Board of Directors for Crispus Attucks and The Arc of York County.

Upcoming Events

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Event Investment

November 4

Legislative Roundtable, 7:30am - 9:00am Bare Center, Guthrie Memorial Library - Hanover's Public Library

November 7

Annual Business Awards, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Ballroom on Broadway at The Markets at Hanover, 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA

November 10

Membership Mixer hosted by OSS Health, 4:30pm - 6:30pm Zeichen Des Pferdes Bierhaus, 6 Center Square, Hanover, PA

December 9

Annual Holiday Luncheon, 11:30am - 1:30pm Hanover Country Club, 200 E. Water St., Abbottstown, PA

NEW DATE! January 12, 2023

Tree of Life Open House and Ribbon Cutting 236 N. Railroad Street, Hanover, PA

$15/person, member rate $30 /person, community rate $30/person

Complimentary for members $50/person, member rate $60/person, community rate