CHAMBER CONNECTION
Your connection to the greater Hanover business community.
CHAMBER NEWS
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
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EVENTS
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THANK YOU WORKFORCE SPONSORS
The 2nd Annual Workforce Summit Happening November 13, 2024
The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is delighted to be hosting the 2024 Workforce Summit on Wednesday, November 13th. The Workforce Summit will be held at Ballroom on Broadway at the Markets at Hanover from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Last year's Workforce Summit was highly attended and we are excited to bring this event back for a second year.
The Workforce Summit will feature a panel of local industry and education experts who will share their experiences about building a talent pipeline of workers, creating an employer-led collaborative to address specific workforce needs, and developing programs that enable people to learn new skills while gaining experience on the job.
Last year, the Workforce Summit featured opening remarks from Jamie
Francis of the U.S. Chamber, followed by groups of panelists that shared their expertise throughout the day. Some of these topics included bridging the generational gap, integrating technology into the workforce, and an employer resource panel. We are excited to unveil which topics will be covered and whick speakers will be joining us in 2024. Stay tuned and keep an eye on our social media accounts and weekly e-mails for more information.
There are sponsorship and tabling opportunities available for this event!
If interested in more information, please contact Member & Community Relations Manager, Jake, at jtaylor@ hanoverchamber.com.
Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce
Chair of the Board
Cynthia Simpson, Utz Brands
Secretary/Treasurer
Ashley Hershey, Brown Plus
Vice Chairs
Jeremy Frey, Barley Snyder
Julia Groft, Manpower
Lesley Zinn, UPMC
Past Chairs
Brandon J. Smith, CFP ®, AAMS™ , Edward Jones
Mike Kelly, Traditions Bank
Board of Directors
Tom Allison, Allison's Plumbing, Heating & AC
Dr. Jay Burkhart, South Western School District
Jon Harris, M&T Bank
Nikki Hoffman, Stambaugh-Ness
Shaun Hoffman, Leonhardt Manufacturing Co. Inc.
Liz Johnides, The Markets at Hanover
Kristin Leese, WellSpan
Drew Little, Conewago Valley School District
Stacy Pitta, Campbell’s Snacks
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Dr. John Scola, Hanover Public School District
Jody Shaffer, YWCA Hanover
Loni Smith, Hanover Auto Team
Brandon Wingert, L2 Brands LLC
Chamber Staff
Sarah Messer, 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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Joseph Erb
Jeremy Frey
Daniel Frey
Matthew Guthrie Scott Kelley
Paul Minnich
Alex Snyder
Christopher Naylor
Jennifer Stetter
Hanover Chamber Annual
Meeting to be Held Thursday, October 17th
Join the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce for its Annual Meeting on Thursday, October 17th from 12 - 1 PM.
At the Annual Meeting will be held at the Guthrie Memorial Library and a light lunch will be served.
All are welcome to attend as Chamber staff and the Board of Directors reviews financials and reflect on the accomplishments of the past fiscal year. Registration for this event is complimentary to members of the Chamber. Please visit our calendar of events at https://business. hanoverchamber.com/events/calendar to register or contact Member & Community Relations Manager, Jake, at jtaylor@hanoverchamber.com
4th Quarter Legislative Roundtable, November 1
The fourth and final Legislative Roundtable of 2024 will be held on Friday, November 1st from 11 AM to 1 PM at Ballroom on Broadway at The Markets at Hanover.
The topic of the fourth quarter legislative roundtable will be State and Local Government. Local, state, and federal elected officials will be discussing the importance of good governance. Register at https://business. hanoverchamber.com/events/calendar.
Thank you to the Legislative Champions:
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A Successul 1st Annual Snack Town Fall Fest
Thank you to everyone who came out and made the 1st Annual Snack Town Fall Fest a huge success. This was the first Fall Fest under the Snack Town brand and attendance and support far exceeded expectations. It was amazing to see the community come together and join us for fall fun, including Rocky 98.5's Battle of the Bands, a variety of vendors and great food and drinks.
Congratulations to the Heads or Tails Experience for taking home first prize at the 20th Annual Battle of the Bands. And congratulatios to the Rust Hounds for taking home 2nd place and the Colin Alvarez Band for taking home third. These three bands were selected from a pool of submissions to play on the day of Fall Fest and each band put on a great performance. Thank you Iron Lion for sponsoring the prizes for the bands.
And as always, thank you to our sponsors, vendors, volunteers, live musical performers, attendees, and staff for their hard work and support. Special thanks to our presenting sponsors Campbell's, Iron Lion, and UTZ, as well as our Community Access Sponsor, Brightspeed. We would also like to thank our Entertainment Sponsors, KLK Welding and J.A. Myer's, our Kids' Zone Sponsors, Camping World, David Ross
Orthodontics, and WellSpan, and our Supporting Sponsors, Community Aid and Final Grade Inc., our Equipment Sponsor, Bobcat of Adams County, and Website Sponsor Fox Pest Control. Each of these organizations played a crucial role in the success of Snack Town Fall Fest.
As Fall Fest wrap-up comes to a close, we invite our member organizations to reach out about how to get involved with next year's Snack Town Fall Fest. To learn more or to inquire, reach out to Member & Community Relations Manager, Jake, at jtaylor@hanoverchamber.com.
We can't wait to see everyone again next year! See more photos on our Facebook and Instagram.
U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Lloyd Smucker
On a recent visit to Leonhardt Manufacturing, the U.S. Chamber joined to provide endorsement for Representative Lloyd Smucker:
“The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to endorse Lloyd Smucker to once again represent Pennsylvania’s Eleventh Congressional District,” said Ryan Gleason, Senior Manager of Government Affairs, of the Chamber's Great Lakes Region. “As a small business owner for 25 years, Congressman Smucker understands how our free enterprise system is essential to the business community, particularly the small business community, as highlighted by our event at Leonhardt Metal Worx."
Read the full article at https://www.uschamber.com/ about/newsroom
New Member Spotlight: Blue Team Tom Consulting
Blue Team Tom joined the Chamber in April of 2024 and we are pleased to share more about them!
"Blue Team Tom Consulting is a cyber security consultancy firm dedicated to providing top-tier security solutions for small to medium size businesses. Founded by Tom McCourt, a seasoned expert with over 18 years of combined experience in cyber security and Information Technology, the firm specializes in delivering comprehensive and tailored security strategies. At Blue Team Tom Consulting,
The main objective is to assist organizations in safeguarding their digital assets, reducing risks, and maintaining regulatory compliance. We strongly believe that security is essential for any business to succeed in today's changing world. As a vCISO we provide
expert advice to assist in managing security needs at affordable prices. We can additionally provide policy documentation, process documentation, third party application reviews, cloud security posture review and framework assessments. More information can be found at our website, www.blueteamtom.com.
Tom McCourt, acting as a virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) and Principal Consultant, provides personalized guidance and strategic oversight to align security initiatives with business objectives. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the cyber security domain allow him to provide insights that lead to significant improvements tailored to clients' needs. By partnering with Blue Team Tom Consulting, businesses can achieve a robust security foundation that safeguards their operations and supports their growth in an increasingly digital world. Blue Team Tom Consulting takes pride in supporting companies' growth by providing sustainable and cost-effective security solutions"
We see you as our partner. We’ll be there to better meet your unique needs, have your back and celebrate your victories—big and small. Whether in your personal life or business, you can trust that we’ll support you while you follow your ambition.
Darlene Contres Account Manager, Commercial Lines
Hanover Country Club
Experience Hanover Country Club, a private, family-oriented club founded in1923 in Abbottstown, PA.Our18-hole championship golf course, pool, and racket courts offers omething for everyone. Enjoy dining in The Dining Room, The Pub Area, or The Patio & Pergola, featuring meals prepared by Head Chef Robert McGrattan.
With memberships tailored to diverse interests, including Full, Social, Corporate, and Legacy categories, Hanover Country Club is a scenic retreat amid the picturesque Pigeon Hills, convenient for York, Hanover, and Gettysburg residents.Whether you're a golf enthusiast, a family seeking activities for all ages, or someone looking to create lasting memories, Hanover Country Club welcomes you to explore membership opportunities. Join us in our legacy of tradition and community. Learn more and inquire about membership today at https://www.hanovercc.com.
Hanover Country Club Mission Statement
The Hanover Country Club will maintain its reputation as a superior, family orientated club; proud of its history, reverent of its legacy, committed to excellence for the benefit of it's members in value and dedicated to the fostering of new and existing traditions.
EXCITING NEWS: HANOVER HIGH SCHOOL LAUNCHES NEW ESPORTS TEAM WITH STATE OF THE ART ESPORTS GAMING ARENA!
Hanover High School is excited to offer their very own Esports team, a new and dynamic addition to the school's extracurricular and academic offerings. This initiative is part of the district's mission to inspire all students to achieve their full potential and to become productive citizens in a global community, while developing skills for the future. The Esports team not only offers students a chance to compete in popular and competitive games, but also fosters teamwork, strategic thinking, and leadership opportunities as they compete against teams regionally, nationally, and internationally.
To accommodate the newly established Esports team, Hanover High School has created a state-ofthe-art gaming arena. This space will be used by the varsity team, as well as by students in elective courses, as part of the STEAM Academy Certification Program. The Nighthawk Esports Arena expands the previously established hands-on programs including, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Drone Piloting FAA Certification, Music Technology, and Mechatronics.
For more information on the Nighthawk Esports Arena, Esports Varsity team, or STEAM Academy, please contact, Dr. John A. Scola, Superintendent of Schools: jscola@ hanoverpublic.org or Dr. Marc W. Abels, Principal of Hanover High School: mabels@hanoverpublic.org
BROWN PLUS RANKED THE #1 ACCOUNTING FIRM IN CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA BY CENTRAL PENN BUSINESS JOURNAL’S
Leading regional accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is honored to have been recently ranked the #1 Accounting Firm in Central Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2024 Reader Rankings Awards.
Reader Rankings is an annual award from CPBJ that celebrates the best establishments our community has to offer. Businesses and organizations are nominated and voted for by community members within several different categories, including Construction and Design; Real Estate; Finance/Investments & Insurance; Health Care; Education; Professional Services; General Business; and IT & Tech Support Services. Brown Plus’ #1 ranking in the Accounting Firm subcategory of the Professional Services category was announced via a winner video rollout on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
“We are thrilled and deeply grateful to have received this recognition as the #1 Accounting Firm from our Central Pennsylvania community,” said Ken Wolfe, CPA, CGMA, President and Managing Principal. “With everything we do, we strive to help people achieve extraordinary outcomes, and this award shows us that we are making an impact towards that objective with our local Pennsylvania community. We look forward to an ongoing expansion of our team members and service offerings as our clients continue to thrive in Pennsylvania and across the Mid-Atlantic region.”
Brown Plus provides a wide variety of attest, tax and advisory services to clients across many industry sectors. The Firm has a team of approximately 140 professionals located across offices in Camp Hill, Hanover and Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as well as Frederick and Westminster, Maryland.
In addition to being ranked the #1 Accounting Firm by the Reader Rankings Awards, Brown Plus has also recently been named one of the Top 200 Firms in America in 2024 by Inside Public Accounting (IPA); one of the Best Firms to Work For in 2024 by Accounting Today and one of the 2024 Best Companies to Work For in Maryland by The Daily Record.
To learn more about working with or working for Brown Plus, please visit www.brownplus.com.
To learn more about the 2024 Reader Rankings Awards, please visit https://www.cpbj.com/event/readerrankings-awards/.
THE CHAMBER'S 2024 ANNUAL MEETING
Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Guthrie Memorial Library, 2 Library Place, Hanover, PA
Complimentary for members | Register at hanoverchamber.com/ events/calendar
MEMBERSHIP MIXER HOSTED BY BARE MEDSPA
Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Iron Lion - The Markets at Hanover | 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA
Complimentary for Members | Register at hanoverchamber.com/ events/calendar
LUNCH & LEARN HOSTED BY THE GLATFELTER AGENCY
Join TGA's panel of experts to learn more about cyber security
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 11:30 PM - 1:00 PM
The Markets at Hanover | 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA
Complimentary for Members, $15 Community Rate | Register at hanoverchamber.com/ events/calendar
4TH QUARTER LEGISLATIVE ROUNDTABLE
Friday, November 1, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ballroom on Broadway | 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA
$30 Member Rate, $45 Community Rate | Register at hanoverchamber.com/ events/calendar
