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IN THIS ISSUE FEATURES: YOUNG PROFESSIONALS WORK. PLAY. LOVE. YORK. YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TALK ABOUT WHY THEY CHOOSE YORK COUNTY

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: EMBRACE THEIR POTENTIAL: YORK’S YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

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ADVOCACY: STUDENT DEBT AND YCEA’S COLLEGIATE ADVISORY COUNCIL

FEARLESS, THOUGHTFUL STORYTELLERS: THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS BEHIND YRK CREATIVE

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MAIN STREET HANOVER EVENTS JULY/AUGUST

STARBUCKS COLLEGE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM: ATTRACTING YOUNG PROFESSIONALS TO ITS INDUSTRY

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YCEA EVENTS JULY/AUGUST

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

HB McCLURE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

BE A QUEEN: TANQUASIA THOMAS DEFINE DIVINE BEAUTY – CROWNED

THE MILLENNIAL WORKFORCE: HOW TO ATTRACT THEM TO YOUR BUSINESS AND HOW TO KEEP THEM

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

EMBRACE THEIR POTENTIAL: York’s Young Professionals

BY KEVIN J. SCHREIBER PRESIDENT & CEO, YORK COUNTY ECONOMIC ALLIANCE If you were born in the 1980s or 1990s, you’re familiar with the word “millennial.” This term is associated with a group possessing traits of confidence, ambition and a technology focus—a group that now represents over 53 million individuals in the American workforce.

Comprising the largest share of the current workforce at roughly 40 percent, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2030 millennials will represent 75 percent of employees. Approximately 40 million baby boomers are still in the labor force, with the boomer population peaking at 66 million in 1997.

I am not considered a millennial (sadly, I am too old), but I am among the lost Generation X that is sandwiched between baby boomers and millennials.

The Gen Xers’ place as the dominant demographic was a short-lived one. Now, we face a wave of baby boomers retiring from the workforce and an equally considerable wave of young professionals entering.

This phenomenon presents incredible challenges and opportunity.

The young professionals coming on the scene are a generation that doesn’t recall life before the internet. As such, they are incredibly tech-savvy, live a seamlessly connected lifestyle and will not settle for legacy systems established and antiquated within organizations. Millennials were raised with an expectation of transparency in government and corporate leaders. They believe information should be accessible to all. They are keenly aware of social issues and seek employment that affords a healthy work-life balance to remain engaged in their communities.

These traits can invigorate and inspire positive transformation in organization culture and a community. As young professionals continue to pour into our workforce, it falls upon existing leadership to embrace and invite this fresh, energetic perspective to the table.

Recently, several community organizations (YCEA included) hosted a Building Future Leaders of York County event. By and large, the event was planned by young professionals for young professionals. It was impossible to leave not feeling inspired with the talent we have here in Central Pennsylvania. With the collaboration of United Way-Emerging Leaders Society, York Young Professionals, Leadership York, Hanover Area Young Professionals, York Jaycees, YorIt–York County Community Foundation, the Cultural Alliance of York County and YCEA, the event was incredibly successful with 185 attendees in the inaugural year. I’d anticipate that this event becomes an annual one.

As college commencements have occurred, I encourage York County to embrace the wave of young people entering the workforce. To quote Superman’s father, Jor-El, “They can be a great people …, they wish to be.” For this reason above all, a millennial’s capacity for good, I invite York County to cultivate their creativity, activate their energy and coach them on their path to leadership. They have already changed the world. Let’s see what more they can do.

Sincerely,

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FEATURE: YORK YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

WORK. PLAY. LOVE. YORK.

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FEATURE: YORK YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

STEVEN FINKENBINER What I do: I teach 10th-grade history at my alma mater, York Catholic High School. By night, I’m a coach for the school’s soccer and basketball teams.

Why York: Well, I was born and raised in York, but I love living here because of the people.

I have so many great friends here, and I feel like I am always making new ones.

What I love: I enjoy being active, which includes everything from taking walks at Rocky Ridge to playing basketball at Springettsbury Park and kayaking on Lake Redman. There is so much to do around here that I can’t help but stay busy.

Why I stay: My friends and family! York is my home, and it’s those great connections that keep me here. I’ve never felt a desire to leave because I’ve always been happy with what the area has to offer.

Where I play: Jim Mack’s Ice Cream in Hallam is a cool location. It’s a mini-golf course that also sells food and ice cream, has a collection of different animals that you can feed, an arcade, and basketball courts. My family and I have been going there since I was a kid.

Why you’ll love it here, too: There is always something new and fun going on in York. Be willing to get involved in the community. Be on the lookout for clubs and activities that might interest you.

SAMANTHA GALVEZ What I do: Marketing and Communications Manager at the York County Economic Alliance (aka Chief Storyteller, as my boss likes to call it) Why York: I originally moved to York County from the Harrisburg area as part of a job relocation assignment. Prior to the YCEA, I was a TV news reporter with a strong focus in York County. My intent behind the move was strictly temporary, but after diving more into the area and telling the community’s stories, I began falling in love with the area (and the people). Fast forward two years: I have a new life, a new job, and soon to have a new house!

What I love: In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, going for hikes, trying new restaurants, and watching endless reruns of Parks and Rec. Each summer, I volunteer at a kid’s Type 1 diabetes camp. Being a Type 1 diabetic myself, I’ve been attending the camp as a camper and counselor for 12 years. I do whatever I can to promote awareness and advocacy.

Why I stay: The area never ceases to amaze me. Each week, I learn something new about York. You can always find something new to do. Besides falling in love with York County, I fell in love IN York County, so that plays a huge role, too. :) Where I play: One of my favorite places to eat is the West Manchester Diner, off of Carlisle Avenue. My family eats there every Saturday, so it’s become one of my favorite spots. There’s also a cute farm off of Taxville Road called Garber’s Farm where you can pick up fresh veggies and feed animals in the summer and fall.

Why you’ll love it here, too: There are always events and things happening, so it would be almost impossible to not find something you like about York. There are plenty of groups, organizations, and community gatherings, so you’ll fit right in.

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FEATURE: YORK YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

MARK MAZUR What I do: Preconstruction and Project Estimator at Kinsley Construction, Inc. Employed for 5 ½ years.

Why York: I moved here to work at Kinsley right after I graduated from Bloomsburg University in 2011. One of my favorite things about York is the ability to experience countryside, city, and suburban living.

What I love: Spending time with friends and family, hunting and fishing, hiking, golf, watching and playing sports, traveling, and being involved in the community Why I stay: It’s big enough, yet small enough. When you want to explore outside the county, it’s only a short drive to cities like Philly, Baltimore, and D.C. Even though I’m not originally from this area, it’s a place I now consider home.

Where I play: York Rail Trail, Central Market, Iron Horse Restaurant, and excited to check out the soon-to-open Fig and Barrel Why you’ll love it here, too: From volunteering to networking, even if you don’t consider yourself very social, joining something is a great way to meet new people. Over the years that I’ve been in York, I’m amazed by the amount of great and friendly people I have met along the way.

FEATURE: ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

BY KATE GAUDET

For Young Professionals

MANAGER, MEMBER SERVICES YORK COUNTY ECONOMIC ALLIANCE

York County has much to offer young professionals when it comes to social, cultural and other activities. The York Young Professionals (YYP) is one group that’s particularly active in connecting young professionals with these types of activities.

In 2016, the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) created a strategic partnership with the YYP to offer additional engagement opportunities for young professionals within our membership and provide YYP members access to networking with the YCEA membership. With more than 200 members now, YYP is continuing to grow and is always adding additional ways to get young professionals connected within the community.

EXPLORE THE FOLLOWING WAYS YYP MEMBERS (AND FUTURE MEMBERS) CAN GET INVOLVED THIS SUMMER:

› YYP Foot Rally: On Saturday, August 26, beginning at 9:30 a.m., gather a team of four to five of your friends and participate in a York City scavenger hunt visiting places that are off the beaten path in downtown York. After the scavenger hunt, enjoy brunch and cocktails at White Rose Bar & Grill with the other participants.

› Monthly Socials: Offered on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at a local business, restaurant or bar. Food and drinks are included for YYP members, and guests are welcome to join us at no charge for their first social gathering.

› Meetups: YYP members are encouraged to participate in various meetups that occur when something cool is happening. For example, the YYP will have meetups for York Revolution games, a concert at the Appell Performing Arts Center, or a theatrical performance in a park, to name a few.

Discover what YYP has to offer this summer. YYP memberships are only $60 per year, and you get much more for your membership throughout the year. Join the York Young Professionals Facebook page to stay up-to-date on all that is happening. Visit the YYP website, yorkyp.com, for more information or contact any member to learn more about YYP.

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FEATURE: HB McCLURE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

Apprenticeship Program CONTENT PROVIDED BY HB McCLURE

HB McClure Co. is a leading, employee-owned commercial and residential contractor in Harrisburg and is one of the fastest-growing companies in Central Pennsylvania. As the company’s revenue and number of employees has grown, so has its need for newer and more effective methods of recruiting and internal communications that will cater to the younger generation entering the workforce.

To help with recruitment, HB McClure has implemented an internal career path for their employees’ personal and professional development, which they call their apprenticeship program. The current apprenticeship program is designed around entry-level associates with a minimum of a vocational or secondary trade school diploma. It promotes learning the “HB way” of doing business through a combination of on-the-job training of technical skills and classroom training on both technical and business-related subjects. The program is based on a three-year timeline and clearly sets expectations of company goals for the associate to attain as well as provides significant growth financially for the associate for meeting those goals.

To expand further, HB McClure is developing an employee education and training program called HB University (HBU) which will clearly define job

expectations and training requirements within job titles. HBU is designed around long-term growth and development of all associates at all levels through continual training and education. For entry-level associates, HBU will promote an “earn while you learn” program for those seeking a career in mechanical contracting. These individuals may or may not have any prior education through vocational or trade school programs; however, the goal is to attract top talented people and provide them with a well-rounded education in the mechanical trade by teaching them the fundamentals of all aspects of the business. This education will be done through hours logged in a classroom learning theory and hours spent on the job learning and training with a mentor.

For more information about HB McClure Co. or to learn more about the company’s growth or apprenticeship program, please contact www.hbmcclure.com or call 717.232.4328.

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FEATURE: TANQUASIA THOMAS WITH DEFINE DIVINE BEAUTY – CROWNED

BY KATIE MAHONEY VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS, YORK COUNTY ECONOMIC ALLIANCE

Tanquasia Thomas, “Define Divine Beauty – Crowned”

Tanquasia (Quay) Thomas never planned to open a business in York. “I always said I wasn’t going to open a salon here.

I wanted to be in a big city and be a celebrity stylist,” she admits. But one Thursday afternoon, she passed a vacant storefront, and three (yes, just three) weeks later, she had her first client at Define Divine Beauty – Crowned.

After six years of being a stylist, she knows beauty better than most professionals and defines it as:

(B)elieving (E)very & (A)nything (U)ndefined (T)rusting in (Y)ourself

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because you are BEAUTIFUL! Quay’s goal is to make every woman feel like a queen. She offers a number of services as well as 100 percent human hair for purchase.

But Quay isn’t in the business of doing hair; she’s in the business of building relationships. “Clients spend two or three hours in my chair,” she explains, “I become a counselor, a mentor, and a best friend.” Those relationships are what keep clients coming back, and fresh calls rolling in from new customers.

With all her talent and charism, Quay could have easily made it in a larger city. But as she explains, “I stayed in York to give back. I learned here, in Beneath the Surface salon since 10th grade. I didn’t want to take all that and leave.”

But the effort hasn’t been easy. Working late nights alongside her mom and sister, Quay had to remind herself, “When you take that step on faith, don’t walk back.” She encourages others to push forward with their business ventures, do the research and learn all the gritty details of what you’ll need, and then promote, promote, promote!

Remember, success does not happen overnight. Her ambition comes from her mom. “I want to be great for her— do what she couldn’t do,” Quay states.

We’re sure you’re making her, and York County, proud.

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ADVOCACY

YCEA’s Collegiate Advisory Council

BY DAVID GONZALEZ ADVOCACY COORDINATOR, YORK COUNTY ECONOMIC ALLIANCE

Student debt is straining the financial future for multiple generations. The student debt issue is not new, and in 2017, Generation Y (millennials) is accumulating rates of student debt never seen before. Student loan debt comes second to consumer debt and only behind mortgage debt.

the age of 39, with this group representing 67 percent of all student loan borrowers.” Considering that a new graduating class will walk across the stage each year, high student debt rates will continue to rise among older age groups.

The millennial generation comprises most of the working population, but they (we millennials) are not paying off loans or purchasing homes following the same timeline as generations before.

Forbes reported that “the average student in Pennsylvania graduated with $34,798 in debt in 2015.” We can only assume that 2017 graduates will beat that number. According to Forbes, “The largest concentration of student loan borrowers is under 30 years old, followed by the 30–39 age group. Therefore, there are 29.4 million student loan borrowers under

The high accumulation of student debt is leading to a delay in home ownership, as well as a decline in college savings for borrowers’ children, ultimately creating a multigenerational debt cycle.

Homeownership provides stability for consumers and the economy, but here’s the problem: More people can’t afford homes due to the debt they accumulated through seeking an education. They have hopes of one day building a sustainable life with that education.

With homeownership becoming more elusive than an actual reality, we are losing sight of a cornerstone of the American dream.

Realizing this issue, the YCEA’s Collegiate Advisory Council—comprised of students from HACC, Penn State York, and York College of Pennsylvania—have made student debt a priority for its focus. Through advocacy, this group aims to address the student debt burden and hopes to seek a resolution to this issue to prevent suffering for future generations.

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FEATURE: YRK CREATIVE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

FEARLESS, THOUGHTFUL Storytellers THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS BEHIND YRK CREATIVE

BY MICHAEL VYSKOCIL COPY CHIEF, YRK CREATIVE

“Creativity is piercing the mundane to find

the marvelous,” journalist Bill Moyers once observed. His words capture the outlook of a team of fearless, thoughtful storytellers who have collectively made York look marvelous in magazine form: the young professionals of YRK Creative.

Our story begins in 2013. At a time when downtown York was just beginning to experience a revitalization, YRK Magazine launched with a focus on showcasing the best of the City of York. Through its evocative photography and design, YRK celebrates York in an aspirational, uplifting way. In every issue, we bring out the best in businesses, events and people living and working in downtown York and York County.

Building on the impact of YRK’s form of storytelling, we launched YRK Creative last year as a creative content marketing agency. We partner with our clients—from startups to national and international

brands—to conquer marketing challenges together by merging creative art and business sense through branding, design and visuals. What started as a team of four is now a team of eight young professionals designing, photographing, sketching, storyboarding, video recording and writing all from our cool downtown York creative space.

Through YRK Magazine and YRK Creative, we’ve worked with countless businesses, individuals and organizations in downtown York and York County, including House of Yoga, York College of Pennsylvania and the York County Economic Alliance through Creativity Unleashed. As a YCEA member, we’re pleased to present to you, fellow members and readers, our creative work on this issue — and future issues — of Chamber Connect.

Now that you know a bit about what we do, we invite you to meet a few members of our band of creatives and discover what we collectively love about working as young business professionals in York County, Pennsylvania.

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NEW FOR FALL 2017 Breanna Shorten,

CEO AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR “At a young age, I became a small business owner and York made all of this possible—affordable resources, access to top-tier professionals ready to build a startup, and a willing and accessible network of creative and business professionals supporting us along the way. ”

Michael Vyskocil, COPY CHIEF

“I continue to be impressed by not only the talents of the YRK Creative team, but also the talents of the young professionals who are York County’s future business leaders. It’s always a privilege to meet young people who have chosen to stay in York and build their careers here while giving back to the community through their work and their volunteerism. I see this enthusiasm through the causes they support and the contributions they make through their jobs.”

Rebecca Tibbits,

CREATIVE OPERATIONS MANAGER & SENIOR DESIGNER “York County has been my home for the last 10 years, and I have been working in the downtown area for about the last three years. What I appreciate about York are the relationships I have made. Everyone here wants to see others succeed and create a better York together.”

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“As someone who commutes to work in York, I’m always surprised to learn how many opportunities are here for me in the city. I’m constantly discovering new businesses, restaurants, and activities going on downtown that have me coming back to York on my days off. Young professionals have a lot to benefit from as York continues to evolve.”

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FEATURE: STARBUCKS COLLEGE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

COLLEGE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM Attracting Young Professionals to Its Industry CONTENT PROVIDED BY STARBUCKS YORK ROASTING PLANT & DISTRIBUTION CENTER

You love them for their coffee and cool drinks, but there’s more to Starbucks than you probably thought. Discover how the company is fueling the future for young professionals.

WHAT IS THE STARBUCKS COLLEGE ACHIEVEMENT PLAN? The Starbucks College Achievement Plan was first introduced in June 2014. This program, a first of its kind partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), creates an opportunity for all eligible U.S. employees to earn their bachelor’s degrees with full tuition coverage through graduation at ASU’s top-ranked online degree program.

Partners based in the United States who are working an average of 20 hours per week at any companyoperated store and who do not yet have their bachelor’s degrees are eligible for this program.

In 2015, Starbucks added an additional benefit to the program allowing partners who are serving or have served in the U.S. military to designate an additional family member to receive program benefits.

Starbucks is committed to helping at least 25,000 partners graduate by 2025. This commitment equates to an expected investment from Starbucks of up to $250 million or more.

CURRENT FACTS: Starbucks currently has more than 7,172 PARTICIPATING PARTNERS IN THE STARBUCKS COLLEGE ACHIEVEMENT PLAN.

WHY IS STARBUCKS OFFERING THIS BENEFIT? Like most individuals, college education is a priority for Starbucks employees. For many, barriers to accomplishing the average college degree exist, including large tuition costs. Starbucks knows that great value can be achieved through earning a college degree—both for the opportunity it affords and the measurable impact on earning potential throughout a lifetime.

ACCORDING TO DATA FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: ● College graduates with bachelor’s degrees typically earn 66 PERCENT MORE than those with only a high school diploma. They are also far less likely to face unemployment. ● Over the course of a lifetime, the average worker with a bachelor’s degree will earn approximately $1 MILLION MORE than a worker without a postsecondary education.

More than 330 INDIVIDUALS GRADUATED in May, and more than 200 walked at graduation ceremonies on campus.

More than 780 TOTAL GRADUATES HAVE been recorded to date, including May 2017 graduates, and Starbucks anticipates more than 1,000 graduates by the end of 2017.

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FEATURE: THE MILLENNIAL WORKFORCE

How to attract them to your business & how to keep them

BY KIM LENTZ MANAGER, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT YORK COUNTY ECONOMIC ALLIANCE As unemployment remains consistently below 5 percent, a business is in the minority if its workforce is not one of its greatest challenges. As we talk with our employers, we consistently hear that a major challenge is attracting and retaining quality employees. Competing for the best and brightest has become increasingly difficult.

The reason for this difficulty is the changing nature of our workforce. Baby boomers are retiring, leaving a glut of vacancies. Manufacturing, engineering and construction noticed this development first, but every industry sector will soon face this challenge.

The good news is that millennials (individuals currently ages 20-36, according to the Pew Research Center) have surpassed Generation X to comprise the largest share of the American workforce, and they are poised to fill the gap. However, as many of you are learning, they’re also more likely than previous generations to leave their jobs for a better opportunity.

The strength of our workplaces will depend on what the millennial generation can accomplish.

Engaged millennials can be highly innovative workers, and an innovative workforce can boost profitability and productivity.

So what is the key to not only attracting but also retaining these young professionals? The answer is to understand what’s important to them and provide the fulfillment they seek.

Continuing Professional Education Millennials are more likely to consider professional development a priority. Ongoing professional development is a powerful employee benefit.

Investment options can range from tuition reimbursement to free or low-cost online courses, webinars or podcasts. Access, opportunity and support is key. The Starbucks tuition reimbursement program (page 16) is an ideal incentive for this company’s newly engaged employees.

Growth Opportunities Millennials want regular feedback about how they are performing. The annual review is far too late, so managers may want to hold these conversations more frequently, such as weekly or daily. These employees want to grow and learn new skills and challenges, so encouraging them to grow within the organization may keep them engaged longer.

Work-Life Balance Millennials do care about success, but they define it differently than the boomer generation. They expect social well-being and have a desire to feel balance in all areas of their lives. They grew up watching how much their parents worked, and they want a different equation. This preference means that they will be attracted to employers who enable them to become engaged and present, at both work and at home.

Family-friendly policies such as paternity and family leave, flexible schedules, sabbaticals, job sharing and telecommuting are all attractive offers. In York, Gavin Advertising has experienced success with this model, and it’s led to growth of Gavin’s team and accelerated performance.

While millennials can sometimes come across as entitled, the reality is that they just want a job that feels worthwhile. They will keep looking, and even relocate, when they find it.

In addition to selling young professionals on your workplace, you may find that you need to sell them on living and working in York. The YCEA wants to help with talent attraction tools available to you at no cost.

Contact Kim Lentz, Manager, Workforce Development, at kjlentz@ycea-pa.org for more information.

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MAIN STREET HANOVER EVENTS

EVENTS Main Street Hanover welcomes you downtown for some cool events happening in the borough.

BY JUSTINE TRUCKSESS MAIN STREET HANOVER

JULY Dutch Festival: Saturday, July 29 Delicious foods, handmade crafts, and great music: For more than three decades, these traditions combined have drawn thousands of people to downtown Hanover for the Hanover Dutch Festival. Always held the last Saturday in July, the Dutch Festival is a standing Hanover tradition in itself. Rediscover this local tradition, Saturday, July 29, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

AUGUST 2nd Saturday: Saturday, August 12 | International Youth Day Learn more about opportunities for youth and families in the Hanover area for 2nd Saturday in August. Visit our website (mainstreethanover.org) for more details.

Clarks Warehouse Sales Shoe lovers rejoice! Clarks will be having its warehouse sales during the following days:

August 31–October 2 and November 24–December 3 Enjoy deep discounts, extended hours, and tons of great shoe shopping!

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR YCEA EVENTS

2017 DIRECTORS’ DRAWDOWN & SILENT AUCTION presented by Harley-Davidson Motor Company The event takes place Friday, November 3, at Wyndham Garden York, 2000 Loucks Road.

Early Rider Discount tickets will go on sale Tuesday, August 1.

Ticket cost is $99 (includes one ticket with two buffets).

If you’d like to donate a product or service for the silent auction, email Mary Walker, mwalker@ycea-pa.org, or call 717.771.4575.

JULY Economics Club Breakfast July 26 | 7:15–8:30 a.m.

Business After Hours at Wyndridge Farm July 27 | 5–7 p.m.

AUGUST Member Orientation August 10 | 8–9:30 a.m.

Business After Hours at CGA Law Firm August 15 | 5-7 p.m.

Economics Club Breakfast August 30 | 7:15–8:30 a.m.

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LOCATIONS: South Hanover Express Care / HanoverWorks

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New Oxford Medical Center 5615 York Road, New Oxford, PA Phone: (717) 624-1337, option 4 Fax: (717) 624-1795

Hanover Hospital Emergency Department 300 Highland Avenue, Hanover, PA P: (717) 316-2000 (Emergency work injuries occurring between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m.)

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