A Monthly Publication of ABC Keystone
2024 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chair
Chair-Elect
1st
2nd
Secretary
Treasurer
2023
2024
Robb
Jeff
Nora
Roger
Scott
Joe
Michael
Brian
Ken
John
Anthony
Patrick
Lee
Jan
S. Fiore, Inc.
REFLECTING ON AN INCREDIBLE YEAR ABC Keystone’s Milestones and Achievements in 2024
BY: JOHN LEHMANN
As Chair of the Board in our 65th year as a chapter, it's been an incredible journey. As this remarkable year comes to a close, it's time to reflect on ABC Keystone's many achievements in 2024.
We've met and exceeded expectations in many areas:
Retention: 88%, exceeding the national ABC average and on track for chapter growth.
Growth: 76 new members, on pace to meet our growth target.
Construction Wars: Two successful events, engaging over 400 middle school students, with more applicants than we could accommodate.
Economic Breakfast: Attendance soared to 587, surpassing last year's record by 38 participants.
Apprentices: 508 apprentices in total, with 86 graduates.
Event Attendance: 3,323 members attended networking events.
Educational Offerings: 125 classes served 1,910 members.
Safety Offerings: 66 classes served 571 members. These numbers speak volumes, but what else have we accomplished?
We launched our inaugural Safety Summit, a success both economically and in terms of attendance, with 136 participants. This event also highlighted the all-important need to support the total human health journey of our workforce and their families, addressing health and mental wellness challenges in the industry. As we face rising rates of suicide and substance abuse, this effort is crucial to our members and their families. We must do better!
We also hosted our first Technology Conference, another financial success with 123 attendees. This event provided valuable technology insights from speakers and sponsors, advancing our goal to help our members adopt and implement new technologies. We took a significant step forward by creating a 2025 Technology Committee to provide research, information, and training that will further support our members' technology needs.
Additionally, in 2024, we:
• Passed two key pieces of legislation: driver's license reform and the Clean Slate law.
• Stopped 10 unfriendly bills.
• Signed 7 new articulation agreements, expanding our reach with educational institutions, and enacted our first dual enrollment agreement with a high school. It's essential to continue guiding younger generations toward successful careers in the trades, so they can help build our communities and our nation.
- Continued
• Rolled out a new website for better access to information.
• Ran a successful marketing campaign to educate the public on the downsides of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs), while collecting valuable data to support our case for the merit shop workforce model.
Reflecting on ABC Keystone's annual accomplishments fills me with pride and gratitude. The past four years have underscored how critical our work is to the success of our members and the entire industry. What ABC has achieved, both at the state and national levels, is truly remarkable.
It has been an honor to serve as your Chair, and I want to thank David Sload, our CEO and President, the ABC Keystone staff, the board, and, most importantly, our members for making this year a tremendous success. Special thanks also go to Steve Conway of Pyramid Construction, my good friend and the outgoing Chair from 2023, for his unwavering support.
Lastly, I am excited to pass the torch to our incoming Chair, Guy Kingree of Benchmark Construction. With his passion and commitment, I am confident that 2025 will be another exceptional year for ABC Keystone.
Thank you for your continued support!
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• Networking mixer followed by four-course dinner and program
• Induction of the 2025 Board of Directors
• ABC Keystone's Annual Meeting
Lancaster Marriot at Penn Square 25 S. Queen Street Lancaster, PA 17603 Register at ABCKEYSTONE.ORG Presented by:
Guy Kingree, III 2025 Chair of the Board
FROM THE CEO/ PRESIDENT
OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW.
BY: G. DAVID SLOAD
As you receive this month’s issue of The Spokesman, the Keystone Chapter is wrapping up an incredible year in 2024. We want to begin by expressing our gratitude to John Lehmann, our 2024 Chair of the Board, for his leadership throughout the year. Be sure to read his article this month to learn about the many successes we’ve celebrated.
These accomplishments would not have been possible without the commitment and hard work of our dedicated Board of Directors. We are grateful for their time, effort, and leadership in driving our strategic initiatives forward. Most importantly, we extend our deepest thanks to you, our members, for your active participation in events and initiatives. Your involvement has helped promote the merit shop philosophy, expand workforce opportunities, and navigate complex legislative challenges at both the state and federal levels. It is because of you that Keystone is recognized as a high-performing chapter.
It has been a true honor and privilege for our staff to serve you in 2024, and we are excited to continue serving you in 2025. As we look to the new year, we are pleased to welcome Guy Kingree, of Benchmark Construction, as our incoming Chair of the Board. We look forward to the vision and leadership he will bring to the chapter. In our January issue of The Spokesman, we’ll provide a detailed introduction to Guy. For a more personal introduction, join us at the 2025 Inaugural Gala on January 10th at the Lancaster Marriott.
2025 promises to be a year of growth and new opportunities for the Keystone Chapter. We will continue to promote the Merit Shop and Free Enterprise philosophies while addressing new and ongoing legislative challenges. Workforce development will remain a key focus as we work to expand opportunities for young people, the underemployed, and those re-entering the workforce. New strategic initiatives will be introduced, all aimed at advancing our industry.
To get you excited about what’s ahead, here are a couple of teasers: We’ve established a new Technology Committee, which will focus on products, services, and educational resources that empower our members to become industry leaders. Additionally, the IDM Committee will take on the “Total Human Health” initiative, recognizing that a healthy workforce is a productive and happy workforce. ABC is committed to ensuring our members have a well-trained, healthy, and happy workforce.
So much more is on the horizon for 2025. Keystone is your association, and we encourage you to get involved, stay engaged, and help us continue to grow and strengthen this great industry we call construction. Remember, nothing exists—aside from our natural resources—without those who choose to be involved in the construction industry.
2024 Verified STEP Participants
Verified as of December 2024
Allan Myers
Allied Mechanical & Electrical
Arthur Funk & Sons, Inc.
B&B Integrations
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Bertolet Construction, LLC
Brubaker, Inc.
C Mechanical Services
C.M. High, Inc.
CB Construction Services, Inc.
CCS Building Group
CH+N Site Construction Inc.
CLARK, Inc.
CMC, Inc.
Commonwealth Fire Protection Co.
Conewago Enterprises, Inc.
Conewago Manufacturing, LLC
Conexus, Inc.
D.E. Gemmill, Inc.
DenTech Industrial
DeRock Electric Company
Detwiler Roofing
Dolan Construction, Inc.
Easy Does It Drywall, Inc.
EG Stoltzfus Construction, LLC
ESCO Security
Flyway Excavating, Inc.
Garrety Glass, Inc.
Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc.
H&S Industrial, A Viocity Company
Hayden Power Group
High Construction Company
Hursh Painting Co., Inc.
James Craft & Son, Inc.
Kessel Construction, Inc.
Keystruct Construction, A Viocity Company
Leer Electric, Inc.
Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
LEW Site Construction LLC
M. Potteiger, Inc.
Martins Flooring
MVE Group
Paramount Contracting, Inc.
Pincus Elevator Company, Inc.
Poole Anderson Construction, LLC
Quality Buildings, LLC
Quandel Enterprises, LLC
Quarry View Building Group
RSR Electric, A Viocity Company
Schlouch Incorporated
Silvertip, Inc.
Smucker Company
Speedwell Construction, Inc.
Stuebner, Inc.
Susquehanna Valley Construction Corp.
Tabora Painting, LLC
The Tri-M Group, LLC
The Tuckey Companies
The Witmer Group
United Rentals, Inc.
Vision Mechanical, Inc.
Wagman Construction, Inc.
Warfel Construction Company
Wenrich Painting, Inc.
White Rose Interiors, LLC
Wickersham Construction and Engineering, Inc.
Wohlsen Construction Company
Zartman Construction, Inc.
Zebby Sulecki, Inc.
2024 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS
CELEBRATING CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE
The Keystone Chapter of Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) recognized local member contractor firms at the 35th annual ABC Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards Gala held November 7, 2024, at the West Shore Country Club, Camp Hill, PA. This event highlights the top regional projects built by ABC Keystone contractor members throughout the past year.
The 2024 Project of the Year was awarded to Pyramid Construction Services, LLC, A Quandel Company, for their project Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center 3rd Floor Hospital Renovations Phase 2 Wormleysburg, submitted in the Healthcare $2 to $10 Million category. The Keystone Chapter congratulates the entire Pyramid Construction Services, LLC, A Quandel Company, team for their quality construction and dedication to excellence.
2024 EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS
Commercial Under $2 Million
CCS Building Group
Pizzeria LUCA
Commercial $2 to $10 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Tenant Fit-Out
Commercial $25 to $50 Million
Wohlsen Construction Company
CAT Lehigh Valley
Electrical $1 to $5 Million
CLARK, Inc.
Pine Hill Trailers
Healthcare Under $2 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Women & Babies Hospital, Labor & Delivery Renovation
Healthcare $2 to $10 Million
Pyramid Construction Services, LLC, A Quandel Company
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center 3rd Floor Hospital
Renovations Phase 2
Healthcare $2 to $10 Million
Warfel Construction Company
North Pointe Surgery Center
Renovations & Upgrades
HVAC $250,000 to $1 Million
CLARK, Inc.
Ephrata Mennonite School
HVAC $1 to $5 Million
CLARK, Inc.
Landis Place on King
Institutional $2 to $10 Million
Quarry View Building Group
Solebury School Passive
House Dormitory
Institutional $2 to $10 Million
Wagman Construction, Inc.
John M. Paz Alumni & Family Center
Institutional $10 to $25 Million
Pyramid Construction Services, LLC, A Quandel Company
Nursing and Interdisciplinary
Health Education Building
Institutional $25 to $50 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
The Keele Center
Interior Finishes Over $150,000
Smucker Company
Sylvia H. Rambo U.S. Federal Courthouse
Miscellaneous/Special Projects
Flyway Excavating, Inc.
Conewago Creek Floodplain
Restoration
Public Works/Infrastructure
Flyway Excavating, Inc.
Longs Park Water Quality
Improvement Project
Public Works/Infrastructure
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
Cross Street Cast In Place
Box Culvert
Renovation Under $1 Million
Wohlsen Construction Company
Bent Creek Patio Grill, Bar & Ballroom
Renovation $1 to $5 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Restaurant Fit-Out
Renovation $1 to $5 Million
Wohlsen Construction Company
Restaurant Depot - Reading
Renovation Over $5 Million
CCS Building Group
Manor Core Renovation
Renovation Over $5 Million
Poole Anderson Construction, LLC
Mount Joy Senior Apartments
Residential New Multi-Unit
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
The Meadows Hybrid Homes
Residential New Multi-Unit Wohlsen Construction Company
Legend at Silver Creek
Residential Renovation Multi-Unit
Warfel Construction Company
Apartment Renovations
2025 Submission Dates
February 2025 (TBD)
Insider's Guide to EIC Entries
April 11, 2025
Intent to Submit Form Due
June 13, 2025
All Entry Materials Due
June 28, 2025
2025 STEP Applications Due* *STEP membership is a scoring factor in ABC Chapter and National EIC Awards.
October 10, 2025
Submit Award Acceptors
November 2025
Attend 2025 Excellence in Construction Awards!
For more information, please contact:
Emily Winslow (717) 653-8106
emily@abckeystone.org
2024 MERIT AWARD WINNERS
Commercial Under $2 Million
Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
Wholesale Fireworks
Commercial $2 to $10 Million
Quarry View Building Group
Quarry View Campus
Electrical Under $250,000
CLARK, Inc.
Novus Surgical
Fire Protection Under $250,000
Keystone Fire and Security
Red Caboose Motel
Healthcare Under $2 Million
Quandel Enterprises, LLC
Neuro Biplane
Quandel Enterprises, LLC
IR Suite Renovations
Healthcare $2 to $10 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Ambulatory Surgery Center
Warfel Construction Company
Hanover Hospital Emergency
Department Renovations
Institutional $2 to $10 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Drayer Hall Renovation
JEM Group, LLC
Cathedral Education Center
Quandel Enterprises, LLC
Honesdale High School Renovations
Wagman Construction, Inc.
Appell Horticulture Center
Institutional $2 to $10 Million
Wagman Construction, Inc.
Campus Mall Improvements
Institutional $10 to $25 Million
Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
Performing Arts Center
Interior Finishes Under $150,000
Smucker Company
Water Street Rescue Mission 4th Floor Renovation
Interior Finishes Over $150,000
Paramount Contracting, Inc. Stratix Systems
Metal Work Over $150,000
Smucker Company
U.S. Xpress Shippensburg, PA Terminal
Miscellaneous/Special Projects
Quarry View Building Group
Crossed Keys Estate Heavy Timber Addition
The Witmer Group
General Instruction Building, US Army War College, Carlisle Barracks, PA
The Witmer Group
The Forum Building
Moisture/Thermal Work Over $150,000
Paramount Contracting, Inc. Stratix Systems
Residential New Multi-Unit
CCS Building Group
SouthPointe N Building
High Construction Company
Landis Place on King
High Construction Company
Madison Ellis Preserve Apartments - Phase II
High Construction Company
Armstrong Building 402 Lower Level Renovation
Public Works/Infrastructure
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
SR 6 Section M36 ECMS #87973
Roadway Rehabilitation
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
ECMS 119247 Potter SR 244 Section ST6
Renovation Under $1 Million
Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
St. Joseph's Dorms Renovation
Warfel Construction Company
Oregon Pike Office Renovations
Renovation $1 to $5 Million
Benchmark Construction Co., Inc.
Eye Consultants of PA, Pottsville
Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
Stuckey Mitsubishi
Poole Anderson Construction, LLC
F&M College South Ben
Renovation
Pyramid Construction Services, LLC, A Quandel Company
Home Office Space Utilization
Wickersham Construction and Engineering, Inc.
Hidden Still SpiritsOutdoor Bar & Offices
Renovation Over $5 Million
Arthur Funk & Sons, Inc.
Cornwall Manor Laurel Place Apartments
Renovation Over $5 Million
Wohlsen Construction Company
DGS C-0948-0082.1, Phase 1
Renovation of the Forum Building
Woodworking Under $150,000
Wohlsen Construction Company
CAT Lehigh Valley
Woodworking Over $150,000
Wohlsen Construction Company
DGS C-0948-0082.1, Phase 1
Renovation of the Forum Building
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ADVOCACY UPDATE
MAKE YOUR VOICE LOUDER
BY: JIM WILLSHIER, DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
This November, we saw an impressive voter turnout and clear, widely accepted results at the top of the ticket. While the election of Donald Trump brought good news for many, there are valuable lessons to be learned from the close races and the intense reactions from those who disagreed with the outcome. The hyper-partisan nature of today’s political landscape is not fading, and this means the path to governance for those elected will be fraught with challenges.
As we begin collaborating with our newly elected officials, it's crucial to reflect on how we can stay actively engaged with the democratic process beyond just casting our ballots on election day. ABC members will continue to lead by working with elected officials from both parties to ensure they understand the issues facing our industry.
We know that, left unchecked by the influence of external political forces or personal biases, many in power will adopt a limited and often distorted view on policy. Unfortunately, we’re also facing growing
debates about whether problems even exist at all. We need to break through the noise by continuously engaging with our elected officials—through meetings, letters, phone calls, or social media—to amplify ABC’s collective voice. The message that needs to resonate is that we are all advocating for the future of Pennsylvania’s workforce and the American Dream.
The road ahead in Harrisburg in 2025 will be steep. Resistance and misunderstanding of our message from the state legislature are significant obstacles, but polling, community conversations, and voting patterns show that our policies align with the public’s interests. We must stay engaged to ensure our voices are heard after the election. Not only do we represent 90% of Pennsylvania’s construction workforce, but we also represent the majority of the state’s voters and taxpayers.
Legislators will only hear this message from you. Please use the ABC Action app and work with our government affairs program to make it happen.
February 5, 2025
Dr. Anirban Basu ABC Chief Economist
As the nation's foremost authority on construction economics, Anirban Basu is known for his entertaining delivery, concise assessments of the direction of the U.S. economy, and expert grasp on the underlying trends that drive the construction market demand.
ABC
STUDENT CHAPTER
SPOTLIGHT
PENN COLLEGE TEAMS SHINE AT ASC REGION 1 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT COMPETITION, BRINGING HOME FIRST-PLACE HONORS AND VALUABLE EXPERIENCE.
From November 15-17, Penn College proudly sent two teams to Albany, New York, to compete in the Associated Schools of Construction (ASC) Region 1 Construction Management Competition.
The Preconstruction team addressed a high-stakes museum renovation project in Connecticut, presenting deliverables such as staffing plans, schedules, safety plans, cost estimates, and constructability reviews.
Their exceptional performance secured first place among seven schools and feedback to enhance future efforts. As a subcontractor, the Heavy Civil team constructed six North Carolina bridge spans. A young team (composed of one senior, two juniors, and three sophomores) faced the challenge head-on, gaining valuable experience and recognition from the judges as one of the best presentations they had seen. Team member James Fretz noted, "This is a great
learning experience. It stretches what we learn and forces us to adapt and learn new things quickly. I will be doing this again next year!"
Both teams continued the Penn College Construction Management program's track record of success at competitions and showcased the student's commitment to learning, teamwork, and professionalism.
Next up! The ABC Construction Management Competition in February!
Team Members (L to R): James Fretz, Jason Wiedl, Captain: Anthony Glotfelty, Ryan Renoll, Aidan Lash, and Ryan McNamee
CMA FOOD PACKING FOR KIDS AROUND THE WORLD
On November 1, twenty-six CMA members participated in a local mission project addressing critical needs in under served nations. The students packed 9,500 meals and 448 medical kits as part of their efforts. Each meal bag containing rice, lentils, and dehydrated vegetables provided six servings, while the medical kits included essential items such as gauze and hygiene supplies. These provisions will be distributed by Kids Around the World to communities in the Dominican Republic, Uganda, and Ecuador.
The Dominican Republic holds particular significance for many construction management students, who have previously engaged in hands-on projects through the Dominican Republic Global Experience, Cultural and Service Learning Class. During these visits, students have contributed to building homes, distributing water filtration systems, and delivering other essential services. This experience enhances their professional skills and deepens their understanding of global challenges while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.
ABC KEYSTONE EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS
A group of CMA leaders and their advisor were thankful to be invited to attend the 2024 ABC Keystone Excellence in Construction Awards. The group included current and future leaders and many 2023 ABC Construction Management Competition team members. The event provided an excellent opportunity to witness industry excellence with many of the firms our members will be interning and working with. Students enjoyed engaging with familiar faces and building new relationships within the construction industry. Thank you to ABC Keystone for the opportunity to participate in this exceptional event!
If you have an interest in presenting to the group, or know of an opportunity that would help broaden the perspective or ready the next generation of our industry, or have any questions about CMA or the Construction Management program at Penn College, please get in touch with us:
Morgan Littlefield, Penn College CMA President mhl3@pct.edu
Wayne Sheppard, Penn College CMA Faculty Advisor wsheppar@pct.edu
At ABC Keystone we are committed to supporting student chapters, and we invite your assistance in providing monetary donations, materials, or your time to benefit the Penn College Construction Management program.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
DEVELOPING OUR OWN TO BETTER DEVELOP YOURS
BY: STEPHANIE LARKIN, VICE PRESIDENT OF EDUCATION, SAFETY & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
ABC Keystone, as the country’s third largest ABC chapter, is one of over 50 chapters that offer registered apprenticeship training. We’re also one of the very first chapters to move to daytime classes and utilize full-time instructors. We continue to raise the bar because your company and your employees deserve the best education possible. Recently, our instructional staff spent a weekend with two instructors from the American Council on Construction Education (ACCE), an organization that promotes, supports, and accredits quality construction education programs. Typically, such programs are in colleges and universities. ABC Keystone, however, wanted next-level professional development for our instructors and brought ACCE to our chapter to provide their “Teaching & Learning Practitioner Certification Program.” The mission of the TLP Certification program is to provide construction educators and industry professionals with the opportunity to improve their teaching
practices and curricula while gaining a credential that can be recognized industry wide. The vision of the TLP Certification program is to provide a teaching certification that can help show construction education institutions that the holder has achieved a minimum level of knowledge in teaching. The TLP credential, coupled with industry experience and formal education or training indicates that the holder is serious about educating students and possesses a background in instruction. The certification is 16 hours of instruction including quizzes and a proctored final certification exam. Upon completion, the instructors will receive ACCE Professional Development Program Certification and use the “TLP” designation behind their name. We’re proud of our instructional staff and their dedication to improving their skills.
KATE BEAR
CLIENT EXECUTIVE, EPIC INSURANCE BROKERS & CONSULTANTS
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How do you define success?
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What is your proudest professional accomplishment?
When I graduated high school, I knew I wanted to work a day job where I could help people and grow professionally. I started from the ground up, getting my insurance license at age 18. My first job at an insurance agency was stacking the supply closet, organizing the mail, and taking staples out of papers for the scanner. I worked my way up to a Client Executive position by shadowing and jumping in at the opportunity for a new challenge.
The people around me who share the same passion to provide excellent customer service and empathy for those who may be going through a tough time with the typical pains of the insurance industry, and being able to do anything possible to make their day even 1% easier. Q: Q:
Who inspires you?
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DECEMBER
JANUARY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY
ABC KEYSTONE EVENTS
1/16 STP: Planning & Scheduling
1/16 The Power of Emotional Intelligence Part of the The Power of People Series
1/20 Bluebeam® Baseline Basics
1/21 & 22 ASHE Healthcare Construction Certificate Workshop
1/22 Stop Marketing. Start Communicreating. Part of the Marketing Boot Camp Series
1/22 Bluebeam® Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates
1/23 & 24 Infection Control Risk Management (ICRA)
1/23 Bluebeam® Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates
1/28 Fall Protection for Competent Persons
1/28 & 31 Medical Gas and Vacuum Piping Systems: Installers Certification Course ASSE 6010
1/28 Bluebeam® for Administrative Professionals
1/29 & 30 OSHA 10-Hour Construction
BUILDING A BETTER CREW
A FOUR PART SERIES
ABC Keystone's The "Building a Better Crew Series" enhances teamwork, communication, and leadership skills for construction teams, improving productivity and safety.
2/5/2025 HR Compliance 8:00 am - 11:00 am
3/12/2025 HR Accommodations 8:00 am - 11:00 am
11/5/2025 Non-Leadership Generational Co-working 8:00 am - 11:00 am
12/3/2025 Is AI 4U? 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Manheim Office 135 Shellyland Road Manheim, PA 17545 (717) 653-8106
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Revizto
John McCurdy, Territory Sales Executive, Mid Atlantic 434 South Saddlebrook Circle Chester Springs, PA 19425
www.revizto.com (484) 678-0586
j.mccurdy@revizto.com
Sponsored By: John Lehmann Poole Anderson Construction, LLC
Fetch Home Management, LLC
Zane Browne, Chief Executive Officer
28 East Vine Street Lancaster, PA 17602
www.fetchhomemanagement.com (717) 496-1791
zane.b@fetchpm.com
Level Edge Construction
Elam Stolzfoos, Owner/Founder 65 Prospect Road Strasburg PA 17579
www.leveledgeconstruction.com (717) 288-3980
elam@leveledgeconstruction.com
Five Thirteen Media
Ryan Glick, Owner
222 East Orange Street, Suite 100 Lancaster, PA 17602
www.513-media.com (717) 203-3304
ryan@513-media.com
Sponsored By: Ed Engle, Smucker Company
Ephraim Allgyer, EA Roofing, Co.
Lancaster Gift Box
Gabriel Luber, Co-Founder
317 North Queen Street Lancaster, PA 17603
www.lancastergiftbox.com (717) 990-9837
gabriel@lancastergiftbox.com
Sponsored By: Michael Metz-Topodas, Saul Ewing LLP Daniel Sturm, McKonly & Asbury
Trade Scouts
Shaun Merrell, Founder P.O. Box 243
Reisterstown, MD 21136
www.tradescouts.com (410) 902-8220
shaun@tradescouts.com
Sponsored By: John Lehmann Poole Anderson Construction, LLC
MERIT SHOP PROUD
RKL NAMED ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA FOR EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Marking an impressive eight-year streak, RKL proudly announces it has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania for 2024. This prestigious distinction highlights the firm's commitment to excellence in workplace culture for its team of more than 650 talented professionals.
At RKL, a diverse array of experts, including auditors, financial advisors, consultants, cybersecurity leaders, digital transformation experts, and even registered nurses, work synergistically to accelerate the firm’s leadingedge services. This ensures that RKL consistently provides innovative approaches tailored to the needs of every client.
The Best Places to Work in PA program leverages comprehensive employee surveys and in-depth workplace analysis to rank the best employers in the state. The distinction is a genuine indicator of an employer's dedication to fostering employee development and wellness.
"If I were to sum up RKL in three words, it would be collaborative, community and rewarding. RKL’s community focus and professional opportunities have helped me expand my career, and I enjoy working with driven team members," said Michael Koch, Valuation Practice Leader at RKL.
RKL's commitment to its employees extends beyond the office walls. The firm actively encourages and supports its staff in engaging with local communities through food drives, supporting those experiencing homelessness, environmental cleanups, awareness events from cancer support to ending racism, and multiple United Way initiatives.
The firm's leadership recognizes that an organization is made stronger by its people. That's why RKL invests in creating an environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally.
"I love the people at RKL. Everyone is so invested in each other’s success, whether for a client, a team member, or RKL as a whole," remarked Lisa DeKat, RKL’s Administrative Services Manager. RKL, along with the other top 100 employers, will be honored at the awards ceremony on December 12th at the Lancaster Marriott, where the final rankings will be unveiled.
For inclusion in future issues of the Merit Shop Spokesman, please send your press releases to: rebecca@abckeystone.org
MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to these members celebrating milestone anniversaries in November 2024!
35 YEARS
McConkey Insurance & Benefits
30 YEARS
D.H. Funk & Sons LLC
20 YEARS
Penn Waste, Inc.
10 YEARS
Samaritan Consulting Group
BOXX Modular, Inc.
5 YEARS
NEFCO, Inc.
Indoor City
1 YEAR
Burkey Construction Co. dba Burkey Custom Services
JPT Architects, PC
Navarro Brothers, LLC
Delta Electronics
Iron Eagle Excavating, LLC
Traditions Bank
mulá group
Keystone Steel Structures
BC Supply LLC
Belfry Builders, LLC
Schlouch Incorporated
DIAMOND SPONSOR SAPPHIRE SPONSOR
PREMIER SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
Acuity Advisors and CPAs, LLP
Aerotek
All Set Tile & Marble Co. Inc.
B & B Integrations
Barley Snyder
SILVER SPONSORS
Associated Products Services, Inc.
Brown Plus
Fulton Bank
D.E. Gemmill, Inc.
Leer Electric, Inc.
BRONZE SPONSORS
Commonwealth Fire Protection Co.
ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC
Haller Enterprises
Remco Inc.
CB Construction Services, Inc.
EHD
Garrety Glass, Inc.
Hess Auctioneers, LLC
Horst Construction Co.
GR Mitchell, Inc.
Paramount Contracting, Inc.
R.A. Walton & Company, Inc.
The Witmer Group
Hursh Painting Co., Inc.
MVE Group
Martin’s Flooring
M. Potteiger, Inc.
Providence Engineering
RKL
Saul Ewing LLP
Smucker Company
Trout CPA
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