THE CHAMBER
President’s Letter
Dear Members,
As we enter a new year, it's a great time to reflect on the successes and challenges of the past year while setting our sights on the opportunities ahead. As your local Chamber, we remain committed to helping your business connect, engage, and thrive with the resources, tools, and networks necessary to succeed
In 2025, we encourage you to take full advantage of the many ways the Chamber can support your business goals Whether you ' re looking to increase visibility, build valuable partnerships, or stay informed about local and regional developments, we are here to help you maximize your impact
Here are just a few ways you can incorporate the Chamber into your business strategy for the year ahead:
1. Networking and Relationship Building
Our events are designed to connect you with other local businesses, potential clients, and industry leaders Attending regular Chamber mixers, luncheons, and educational meetings can help you expand your professional network and create opportunities for collaboration.
Action Step: Make it a goal to attend at least one Chamber event each quarter and connect with a new business partner or client
2 Increase Your Visibility with Chamber Marketing Opportunities
As a member, you have exclusive access to a variety of marketing and promotional opportunities From sponsorships of Chamber events to featured listings in our online directory, these options allow you to raise awareness about your products and services to a broader audience
Action Step: Take advantage of our digital platforms, newsletter, and event sponsorships to promote your business in front of Chamber members and the broader community (cont on pg 11)
Yours in Service,
Centurion Construction Group www.centconllc.com
Complete Senior Transitions www.completeseniortransitions.com
East Coast Truck and Trailer Repair LLC eastcoasttrkcollision.com
Gloss Beauty Lounge www.vagaro.com/glossbeautylounge3
Medical Arts Pharmacy II (Opening February 2025) medicalartscarlisle.com
Partners & Passports evotravelagent com/partnersandpassports
Sleek Media Collective sleekmediacollective com
Devin Day, PT, DPT
Multi-Site Clinic Director
At Phoenix Physical Therapy we focus on individualized, hands-on care to meet each patient’s needs We accept all insurances including Medicaid We also encourage direct access therapy allowing patients to see us without seeing their physician first Our driving fundamentals are about treating our patients like gold, practicing the human touch, and making every interaction with our patient’s count. We offer worker’s compensation services including FCE’s, Work Conditioning, and POETs with communication to the employer biweekly
We are excited to introduce Devin Day as our new Multi-Site Clinic Director Devin lives in Biglerville, Pa with her husband, David and son, Cooper She is clinic director for Phoenix’s Carlisle and Chambersburg clinics Devin loves community outreach and is excited to help the Carlisle Community reduce their pain and improve their function!
Business & Education Committee Update
The 2025 Carlisle Chamber Career & Job Expo, presented by Allen Distribution, is just a few months away This upcoming year we will hold the event on April 9th at the Carlisle Expo Center. It will be open to the public from 2:30 to 5 PM In 2024, we had more than 800 total attendees for the expo We also had several vendors that came back from our first expo because they found quality employees.
Before the Career & Job Expo opens to the public, students from Carlisle Area High School and Big Spring High School have the opportunity to explore and learn about available career paths, job openings, and potential internship opportunities from our member vendors This annual event educates over 200 local students about workforce needs in Carlisle and the surrounding area
We are now accepting vendors and sponsors for our 2025 event! If you ' re interested in becoming a vendor, please visit our website using the QR code below For sponsorship inquiries, please contact Morgan Earnst at mearnst@carlislechamber org
DECEMBER CHAMBER EVENTS
RENEWING MEMBERS
Amelia S Givin Free Library
Bethany House of Cumberland County, Inc
Bethel Assembly of God
Bonnie Heights Homes, Inc
Brightspeed Business
Camille Baughman & Associates
Therapeutic Massage & Wellness Center
Cantor & Team Orthodontics
Carlisle Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Carlisle Family YMCA
Carlisle Kiwanis Club
Castlerigg Wine Shop
Central Penn Business Group on Health
Central Penn College
Commercial Flooring Professionals, Inc
Country Gold Radio
WHYL Oldies 102 9 FM / 960 AM
Cumberland Valley Rental
Cumberland/Perry Health Ed Resource Center
Employment Skills Center
Fluss Flooring, Inc
Franklin Family Services
Full Blast Pressure Washing
Gather Your Party Games & Hobbies LLC
High Peak Roofing
Hockenberry Management Consulting
Homewood Suites Carlisle
Hooke and Suter Rentals
Hope House of Cumberland Valley
Hospice of Central PA
Kessler Food Services, Inc
King Tut1
Kirbtech LLC
Lobar Associates
Marjorie's Gems
Microchip
New York Life, Jonathan Anthony
Noll Family Dentistry
ORLO COMMERICAL REAL ESTATE
PA Energy Ratings
PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
Parker Jewelers
Pat Craig Studios, LLC
Penn National Insurance
Pennsylvania Army National Guard
Pinker and Associates
Providers & Families Wealth Management
Reykjavik Creamery
Rustic Pine Pet Lodge
Safe Harbour, Inc
Saidis, Shultz & Fisher LLC
Santander
Sarah A Todd Memorial Home
SCG Spa
Stoken Wagner Ophthalmic Associates
Supportive Partnerships for Youth (SPY)
The Kitchen Shoppe, Inc & Cooking School
The Salvation Army
Thornwald Mansion
Wayne F Shade , Attorney-at-Law
Wegmans Food and Pharmacy
WellSpan Health
Zeigler's Storage & Transfer, Inc
Safe Harbour held its ribbon cutting for their new Harbour Village on November 7th.
Grable’s Garage held their ribbon cutting on November 1st.
Mountz Evening Mixer was held on October 24th.
Deibler Family Adventures hosted their ribbon cutting on October 24th.
Member 2 Member, sponsored by Dan Collison State Farm, met in October.
Newville Borough celebrated their new building ribbon cutting on November 12th.
Connecting Our Community at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting
The Chamber hosted our Annual Mee luncheon on Tuesday, October 22nd Dickinson College As our focus for Annual Meeting was “Connecting Community,” we invited several local lea to give us updates on their var organizations This included Susan Arms and Mayor Sean Shultz from the Ca Borough, Greg Welker from Cumberland Economic Development, Col Jake Larko from the U.S. Army War College, and Lt. Priscella Nohle from the U S Army Gar Carlisle Barracks We also enjoyed a from Carlisle Events commemorating 50th anniversary
Later in the program we awarded busin with milestone membership anniversaries finished out the program by announcing Hot Deals award winners, with the hel sponsor Belco Community Credit Union, an recognizing the Chamber board members have finished their term
Members joining our Board:
Barrie Ann George, Safe Harbour Evan Wabrick, SEK, CPA & Advisors
Joshua Wedge, UPMC
And Bethany Arnsparger, Liz B Collecti Salon & Spa
Members leaving the Chamber Board
Ashleigh Goss, Market Cross Pub and Brewery
Vince Champion, Dickinson College
Members leaving the Foundation Board: Michelle Lisk, SYNERGY HomeCare of Mid Penn
Kevin Curtis, Summit Trail Advisors
Presenting Sponsor: UPMC
Golden Anniversary Sponsor: Carlisle Events Chamber-versary Sponsor: Orrstown Bank
Community Connection Sponsor: WellSpan Health
Gold Sponsors: Carlisle Construction Materials & First National Bank
Photography Sponsor: Revelation Photography Award Sponsor: Mountz Jewelers
Susan Armstrong & Carlisle Mayor Sean Shultz provided an update about the local construction.
Greg Welker from CAEDC gives attendees an update from the county’s perspective.
The 2024 Annual Meeting presented by UPMC was held on October 22nd.
Elizabeth Ritter, UPMC, gives the welcoming remarks at Annual Meeting.
LTC Priscella Nohle gives an update from the US Army Garrison.
Hot Deals & App Sponsor, Belco Community Credit Union, awards Griffin Means with a VISA gift card for our Chamber App game.
Griswold Home Care Expands in Cumberland County
Griswold Home Care is thrilled to announce the opening of our second Cumberland County office at 2800 Market Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011 This new location joins our Carlisle office to better serve the area For over 20 years, Griswold has proudly supported Cumberland County seniors with non-medical personal care, homemaking assistance, and companionship to help them age comfortably at home We are dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life by providing trusted, compassionate care in the comfort of their homes
Contact us at 717-975-0540 to learn more about our services!
OIP celebrated the opening of their new Surgery Center in Camp Hill on November 11th.
EPIC held its quarterly meeting discussing your relationship with you mentor.
JEM-Memories Photo Booth 360 celebrated their business opening on November 18th.
Membership Committee Update: The Vital Role of a Membership Committee
We are so fortunate to have a great team of volunteers serving on our Membership Committee This committee helps create a sense of belonging for businesses in the Chamber community.
Key Responsibilities of the Membership Committee
Welcome New Members: The Membership Committee delivers new member packets to welcome new members and provide them with essential information and resources to help them get the most out of their membership.
Meet with Existing Members: The Membership Committee works to ensure that members feel engaged and supported throughout their membership This can include regularly checking in with businesses and soliciting feedback
Member Engagement and Benefits: The Membership Committee ensures that members are well-informed about the benefits of their membership, from networking events and business advocacy to discounts on services and promotional opportunities
Building Relationships: The Membership Committee doesn’t just focus on transactions it builds long-term relationships By fostering trust, open communication, and collaboration, the committee ensures that businesses remain engaged and see the Chamber as an essential partner in their growth and success
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Database Updates: The Membership Committee regularly updates our database information ensuring your membership information is up-to-date, and new employees are added to your membership information
If this sounds interesting to you, we invite you to join the Membership Committee and play a key role in shaping the future of our Chamber - please reach out to Donna Hunter, dhunter@carlislechamber org, to learn more! We want to give a special thank you to our committee volunteers for their consistent hard work and efforts to support our members throughout the year! We couldn’t do this without you
Chamber-versaries and 2024/25 Boards of Directors
2024-2025 Foundation Board of Directors for the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce
2024-2025 Board of Directors for the Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce
30 years Chamber-versary Truist Bank, WavelineDirect, Quality, A Kyrocera Group, and Cohick & Associates
20 years Chamber-versary Cumberland Co. Historical Society, Chapel Point, and Borough of Carlisle
EPIC Committee Update
EPIC, short for Emerging Professionals in the County, was created to develop skills highlighted by established professionals that support lifelong growth Our theme for this event series was ‘building your personal brand ’ We finished out this theme with an event last month
On November 14, 2024, over 30 professionals met for EPIC at Carlisle Construction Materials to learn about building momentum with your mentor Our two featured speakers, Mike Wilson, President & CEO of Members 1st Federal Credit Union and Nicole Deary, President & CEO of the Chamber, shared how their mentor relationships helped them make important career moves The group also enjoyed a networking activity
The committee met again at the end of November to plan for the 2025 sessions Keep an eye on the Chamber calendar for the first EPIC event of the new year Special thanks to the EPIC committee co-chairs, Michelle Loomis, UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, and Will Regan, The GIANT Company
President’s Letter (cont.)
3. Access to Resources and Educational Programs
The Chamber offers educational programs on topics such as economic conditions, marketing strategies, leadership, and community issues. These resources are designed to help you enhance your skill set and make informed decisions as business in our community
Action Step: Identify key areas where your business could benefit from more knowledge and commit to attending at least one Chamber educational program this year
4 Leverage Member-to-Member Discounts
Our membership base is full of businesses that offer Hot Deal discounts and services to fellow Chamber members By taking advantage of this benefit, you can lower your operational costs and support fellow local businesses in the process.
Action Step: Review the Hot Deals Discount list on our app and website and identify areas where you can save or benefit from services offered by fellow members
5. Stay Informed with Chamber Communications
The Chamber regularly sends out newsletters and updates about local business trends, upcoming events, and important policy changes These communications are a valuable resource for staying informed and positioning your business for success
Action Step: Make sure you’re receiving our newsletters and read them regularly to stay updated on opportunities that can help your business grow
6 Access to Chamber Staff and Leadership
Our team is always here to support you Whether you need advice on business strategies, help navigating local regulations, or just want to brainstorm ideas, our Chamber staff is ready to provide guidance and resources tailored to your needs
Action Step: Reach out to us if you have questions about how the Chamber can better support your business in the new year We’re here to help!
In closing, we are excited to continue working alongside you in the coming year to help your business thrive Remember that your Chamber membership and all it’s benefits are available to everyone in your organization!
Thank you for being a valued member of our Chamber family We wish you a blessed holiday season and a prosperous 2025!
P S Don’t forget to be loyal and buy local this holiday season. Participate in our 717 Buy Local Carlisle Chamber Challenge and support our local restaurants and retailers!
