Chamber Vibes February 2023 Issue

Chamber Vibes

News with YOU in mind.

ISSUE 1 • FEBRUARY 2023

Dear Friends and Colleagues, Welcome to the Inaugural Issue of Chamber Vibes, an online digital newsletter that provides News with YOU in Mind! Sit back and enjoy this unique publication that will be emailed to Chamber Members SIX times per year and posted on our Website and Social Media platforms. We’ll highlight Member news, New Member spotlights, latest events, hot topics, and the overall vibe spreading throughout our Central Bucks Chamber Membership.

Have you heard? We have a new Team in place at the Chamber, and our vibe is one of creativity, enthusiasm, and thoughtfulness. Our mission daily is to serve all of you to create a feeling of camaraderie, purpose, and inclusion. With every interaction during each phone call, meeting, or event, we are eager to learn about you, your business, and how we can better address your needs. We’ll listen, think, strategize, and develop plans to support your success, because growing YOUR business is OUR business!

Here at the Chamber, we like to believe our upbeat energy is contagious. We certainly hope you feel our Good Vibes, see our positivity, and spread our joy. Together, with the right vibes and community partnership, OUR Chamber will continue to thrive.

Always remember… Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe, and we are so pleased you have chosen to be a part of ours!

Warmly,

Theresa Fera, President & CEO

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MEET THE TEAM Growing YOUR Business is OUR Business Theresa Fera President & CEO Theresa has a unique combination of corporate, entrepreneurial, and hospitality experience that makes her a dynamic leader. Her business acumen and desire to listen, learn, and tactically plan will drive the Central Bucks Chamber to new heights. She has an appreciation for the arts and diverse cultures, loves to travel and entertain family and friends with her husband, Felix, a National Corporate Executive Chef for Nestle, in her Doylestown home.

Brad Sanders Executive Director of Marketing & Special Programs As the most seasoned member of the Chamber team, Brad’s vast knowledge, expertise, and guidance are invaluable. His calm demeanor under pressure and exceptional dedication are among his most admirable qualities. Brad enjoys exploring the Bucks County area at local parks, museums, and shops and also spending time at the beach and the mountains with his family. He’s a classic car enthusiast and a longtime member of “The Road Angels.”

Kim D’Onofrio Director of Membership & Advertising Sales With a degree in Public Relations and decades of experience in Sales, Marketing, on stage, and in television, Kim is well-suited for her Chamber role. Her bubbly personality, desire to connect with people, and strong work ethic make her a driving force on the team. Kim beams with pride when she speaks of her daughters, Alexandra and Gabriella, the most treasured gifts of her life. Although a longtime resident of Bucks County, she is a Philadelphia girl at heart and passionate about her beloved sports teams. “Fly Eagles Fly” and “Let’s Go Flyers” are six of her favorite words.

Sue LaRosa Administrative Manager & Event Coordinator Sue’s ability to make people smile and willingness to help others comes naturally. Her prior professional roles in Administration, Sales, and Event Management have given her a strong foundation for her responsibilities.

She’s a true team player, always offering support when needed. As a resident of Doylestown, Sue brings much knowledge and enthusiasm for the area to the Chamber. She is proudest of her two boys, Alex, a graduate of Seton Hall University and a Certified Personal Trainer, and Jake, a Business Major at the University of Kentucky. Her philosophy in life is simple… work hard, be happy, and have fun!

Margery Vizza Marketing Manger Margery values the presence of tight-knit communities and bringing small businesses and locals together.

Her background in marketing and community outreach allows her to provide support to the Executive Director of Marketing and Special Programs. She is instrumental in developing promotional materials and creating targeted messaging to reach our Members. Her attention to detail and ability to jump right into projects have made her an immediate asset to the team. She is a nature lover who enjoys hiking, gardening, and discovering new places.

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NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

NEW MEMBER FEBRUARY ORIENTATION 22 sponsored by:

We are so pleased to shine a SPOTLIGHT on the Newest Members of our Chamber family!

We look forward to spending time together, exchanging ideas, and partnering with you to GROW your businesses. WELCOME! Asset Property Solutions, LLC - Vicki S. Arcieri Aurora Bistro - Dawn McDonald Margot Bauer - Keller Williams Bliss Aesthetics - Lori Mondeaux Gail Brown - Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach ClearCore Insights - Karen Norris Cloudspeak, LLC - Eric Mignogna Credit Freedom & Restoration - Paul Curry Dublin Town Center - Corinna Garis Dwyer IT LLC - Sean Dwyer 4Ever Young Anti Aging Solutions Kelly Vliet/William Harrison Goldman Sachs - Joseph Appiah/Gideon Umile Graze Craze Jamison - Kevin Jilbert Holy Family University - Eric Nelson/Kim Caulfield JDAQA - Jay Aigner JDog Junk Removal & Hauling - Jim Andrews Lauro Painting- Randy Hawk Mercer Hill at Doylestown - Craig Vinciguerra/ Hillary Frymire MeWow Cat Café - Eilene Shaffer New Ventures Company, Inc. Nicholas Massaro Pennsylvania Steel Company, Inc. Phil D’Amico Proofreading by Mae - Mae O’Brien Salus University - Michael Mittelman Wilson Smith - Marsh McLennan Agency Star Studios of Dance - Justine Torres Stockertown Beverage - Charles Greenstreet Sustainable Energy Fund - Renee Riley Terrain Events - Heather Burke YogaSix Doylestown - Lisbeth Witt

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LINK AT LUNCH Tuesday, January 10, 5 to 7 p.m. • The Station featuring Taqueria Tlaxcali photography by: Anne-Marie Mettus

Our Services Include: Water Facilities Engineering Wastewater Engineering Municipal Engineering Structural Engineering Traffic & Transportation Engineering Environmental Engineering Planning & Site Design Surveying Construction Administration & Observation Geographic Information System

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THE NET Thursday, February 9, 5 to 7 p.m. • Water Wheel Tavern

BUSINESS US Small Businesses = Big Dreams.

You pour your life into your business, and so do we. From grand opening to the day you cash out and move on, we’ll help ensure your success. Because knowing your business is our business.

Doylestown office 60 North Main Street

Newtown office

cnbankpa.com/Business 877.838.2517

33 Swamp Road

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Business Notes Michael Maiorino joins First Bank Bank Executive Set To Lead New Asset-Based Lending Group First Bank announced today that it has hired bank executive Michael Maiorino to lead its new specialty financing group that will provide more options for business owners and entrepreneurs.

Maiorino joins First Bank as its new president of the asset-based lending unit, which will source new business throughout the Bank’s market. He has

worked in specialty financing since the 1980s, building out similar businesses for several banks. He has held positions as Executive Vice President and President of People’s United Business Capital, Executive Vice President and Division President of Sovereign Business Capital, as well as Division President at Fleet Capital, which is now Bank of America Business Capital, responsible for the Business Finance Division.

Asset-based lending is a specialized area of banking that provides fully collateralized credit facilities to borrowers. Lines of credit and term loans provide a flexible source of working capital by monetizing assets on the borrower’s balance sheet. Strong controls and close monitoring are essential features of the service.

Bucks Beautiful -Tree-mendous Pledge Bucks Beautiful is a grass roots non-profit that coordinates events, community projects, educational programs and partners with local organizations to develop sustainable and attractive landscapes

that foster a healthier environment.

Since 1990 we have worked to enhance the environment for residents and visitors alike by beautifying towns, schools, parks, roadsides and pathways throughout Bucks County.

Replant Bucks We’re leading the way in local

reforestation. Damage from storms, disease and insects on the tree canopy has been devastating. With support from community partners we continue to plant native trees at parks, historical sites, schools and non-profit facilities.

Donations are welcome to reach the goal of planting 10,000 trees for future generations.

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Event Sponsorships Available * Auction Donations Welcome Email info@bucksbeautiful.org to participate

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CELEBREE SCHOOL OF WARRINGTON

Congratulations to our Central Bucks Chamber of Commerce Member, Celebree School of Warrington, who officially opened to serve the community and bring exceptional childcare to the area. Although their groundbreaking event was in June of 2022, Celebree School’s ribbon cutting took place on December 15, 2022.

Nita Solanki, owner and operator, was joined by the Celebree corporate team, members of the CBCC, family, friends, and others involved in the project to mark this momentous occasion.

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Best wishes for many years of success!

for hosting two pep rallies in the heart of Doylestown to show our Philly pride.

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If a tree falls in the woods, and it topples over into another tree that displaces a large group of highly territorial raccoons that run amok in a local campground, which causes a family to pack up and leave in the middle of the night, and while driving home in a rush, one of the hubcaps on their station wagon comes loose and rolls down the street, which then hits a large rock on a cliff, dislodging it, causing it to tumble down a hill, where it smacks into a utility pole that tips over and knocks into the flagpole in front of your business that crashes onto your roof and creates a hole that acts like a funnel for rainwater to spill into your building, which results in water damage,

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