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CHAMBER STAFF DIRECTORY President & CEO Tony Iannelli........................................610-739-1513 President & Chief Executive Officer tonyi@lehighvalleychamber.org Assistant to the President, Chamber Foundation, Nonprofit & Business Partners Council Lorie Reinert........................................610-739-1597 Executive Director, Chamber Foundation and Nonprofit & Business Partners Council Liaison lorier@lehighvalleychamber.org Member Relations, Marketing & Sales Frank Facchiano...................................610-739-1515 Chief Operations Officer, EVP, Member Relations frankf@lehighvalleychamber.org Gina Martens.......................................610-739-1511 Senior VP, Member Relations ginam@lehighvalleychamber.org Alison Pickel........................................610-739-1512 Senior VP, Member Relations, Veterans & Military Council alisonp@lehighvalleychamber.org Paige Nicholas ....................................610-737-0565 VP, Major Events & Small Business Council Liaison paigen@lehighvalleychamber.org Ellie Andino..........................................610-739-1000 Director, Communications & Design elliea@lehighvalleychamber.org Bailey Muhl.........................................610-349-9776 Member Relations Manager baileym@lehighvalleychamber.org Sofia Groves ........................................610-802-2380 Coordinator, Member Relations sofiag@lehighvalleychamber.org Matt Schlegel.......................................610-349-8226 benefits@thechamberhealthmarketplace.com Government Affairs & Business Matters Leo Rooney...........................................610-739-1642 Vice President, Government & External Affairs and Producer, Business Matters leor@lehighvalleychamber.org Isabelle Jabbour..................................610-810-6412 Assistant Manager, Government & External Affairs isabellej@lehighvalleychamber.org Diversity Councils African American Business Leaders Council, Hispanic Chamber, LGBTQ Business Council, Women’s Business Council, Young Professionals Council Danielle Joseph...................................484-226-0128 Executive VP, Diversity Councils daniellej@lehighvalleychamber.org Brittany Keal.......................................610-295-9824 Vice President, Diversity Councils brittanyk@lehighvalleychamber.org Hannah Stott........................................484-668-0390 Manager, Diversity Councils hannahs@lehighvalleychamber.org Sabrina Olivo.......................................484-547-8970 Manager, Diversity Councils sabrinao@lehighvalleychamber.org Chambers of Commerce Allentown Area Chamber & Downtown Allentown Business Alliance Brittney Ciardi ....................................484-828-9765 Senior VP, Allentown Initiatives brittneyc@lehighvalleychamber.org Vaughan Bryant...................................484-226-6323 Manager, Allentown Initiatives vaughanb@lehighvalleychamber.org Liz Martin ............................................484-834-9693 Allentown Chamber Associate lizm@lehighvalleychamber.org Bethlehem Chamber & Downtown Bethlehem Association Tammy Wendling................................610-739-1775 Senior VP, Bethlehem Initiatives tammyw@lehighvalleychamber.org Claire Boucher.....................................610-349-2180 Manager, Bethlehem Initiatives claireb@lehighvalleychamber.org Ty Versocki............................................610-739-3385 Manager, Downtown Bethlehem Association tyv@lehighvalleychamber.org

Easton Area Chamber, Phillipsburg Area Chamber, Forks Business Association Caitlin Hamlin......................................610-739-1520 Manager, Easton & Phillipsburg Area Initiatives caitlinh@lehighvalleychamber.org Erin Deutsch.........................................484-264-6630 Assistant Manager, Easton & Phillipsburg Area Initiatives erind@lehighvalleychamber.org Affiliated Chambers (East Penn, Emmaus Main Street Partners, Hellertown-Lower Saucon, Greater Northern Lehigh, Southern Lehigh, Western Lehigh, Whitehall, Nazareth Area, Greater Northampton Area) Jessica O’Donnell-Gower....................610-573-4010 Executive VP, Affiliated Chambers, Northern Tier and Easton & Phillipsburg Initiatives jessicao@lehighvalleychamber.org Kylie Adams-Weiss .............................484-548-4090 AVP, Affiliated Chambers (WACC, GNLCC) + Director of Marketing & Design (Affiliated Chambers and Easton Area Initiatives) kyliea@lehighvalleychamber.org Aaron Gasparetti..................................610-349-1532 Manager, Affiliated Chambers (GNACC, HLSC, NACC & WACC) Elyse Cuttic...........................................484-834-7868 Assistant Manager, Affiliated Chambers (GNACC, HLSC, NACC & WACC) elysec@lehighvalleychamber.org Hayden Rinde .....................................484-828-9777 AVP, Affiliated Chambers (EMSP, EPCC, SLCC & WLCC) haydenr@lehighvalleychamber.org Northern Tier (Carbon County and Pocono Area) Kathy Henderson.................................570-778-8147 Executive Director, CCEDC khenderson@carboncountychamber.org Jessica Kohutka...................................570-952-5453 Member Relations Director, CCEDC jkohutka@carboncountychamber.org Sarah Wallace.......................................484-547-8551 Director, PCC sarahw@lehighvalleychamber.org Sierra LeFurgy......................................610-295-9047 Assistant Manager, PCC sierral@lehighvalleychamber.org

CHAMBER BOARD OF GOVERNORS Tom Groves, Equinox Benefits Consulting Chair, The Chamber As we look to the future, it is with great pleasure that I welcome the following distinguished professionals to their new positions on The Chamber Board of Governors.

Please note the diversity of individuals and backgrounds, crucial for creating exceptional ideas and refreshing our operations. I look forward to serving with them and the rest of The Chamber Board.

Laurie Hackett, Air Products Director of Global Community Relations remains our Vice Chair and Chair of Public Policy and will succeed me as Board Chair after the end of my term in July 2024.

Newly selected to serve on The Chamber Executive Committee are Krista Berardelli of Agentis, Lou Fromm – Fromm Electric, and Marilyn Kelly-Cavotta, Women & Minority Veterans PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

Newly elected at-large members of the Board of Governors Yusuf Dahl of Century Promise, Raul Echevarria – Verizon Wireless Business Sales, Kristin Keenan of Keenan-Nagle Advertising and AJ Suero of PPL. Welcome!

Thank you to all our current and new board members for your continued dedication and support. The Chamber depends on diverse, high profile, community focused volunteers, who give their time and experience, and actively contribute to develop and achieve our collective goals of essential service to our businesses and communities, ensuring our relevance and success. On Every Main Street!

A complete listing of The Chamber’s officers and board members can be found at www. lehighvalleychamber.org/board.

I look forward to continuing to serve as your Board Chair in 2024 – 2025!

Accounting & Billing Department Dawn Werkheiser................................610-751-4980 Chief Financial Officer dawnw@lehighvalleychamber.org Tina Marte............................................610-739-5422 VP, Finance & Quality Processes tinam@lehighvalleychamber.org Rose Caras............................................610-739-1612 Finance & Database Manager rosec@lehighvalleychamber.org

Board of Governors Executive Committee Chair, Tom Groves, Equinox Benefits Consulting Tony Iannelli, The Chamber, President & CEO Vice Chair, Laurie Hackett, Air Products Treasurer, Jeff Berdahl, RLB Accountants Secretary, Bret Ludlow, Liquid Counsel, Buddy Lesavoy, Lesavoy Butz & Seitz LLC Imm. Past Chair, Mary Lisicky, Morgan Stanley •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Danielle Adams-Wiltshire, QueenSuite Paul Anthony, IBEW 375 Krista Berardelli, Agentis Plumbing Michael Butz, Alvin H. Butz, Inc. Luis Campos, City of Easton Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, The KingSpry Law Firm Lou Fromm, Fromm Murtaza Jaffer, EBC Printing Marilyn Kelly-Cavotta, PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Andrew Lawler, West Side Hammer Electric Buddy Lesavoy, Lesavoy Butz & Seitz, LLC Donna LoStocco, First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union

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mark your calendars! please note: all dates, times, and locations are subject to change. please refer to our online events calendar for the most up-to-date schedule!

Thursday, July 4th

10-11:30am - Heritage Day (Free Event) Thursday, July 11th

6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - Video Daze 80's Band (Free Event) Saturday, July 13th 12-6pm - Slate Belt Pride Sunday, July 14th - Friday, July 19th

Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week Sunday, July 14th

6-8pm - Music in the Park Concert Series Featuring JOYOUS (Free Event) Tuesday, July 16th

5-7pm - Love Letters to Bethlehem (Free Event) Wednesday, July 17th

5:30-7:30pm - July Meet & Greet presented by the Young Professionals Council (Free Event) Thursday, July 18th

6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - The Lucky 7 (Free Event) Friday, July 19th

6-8pm - The Weekenders - Upper Saucon Township's Summer Concert Series (Free Event)

Thursday, July 25th

Wednesday, August 14th

5:30-7:30pm - 8th Annual William George Mini Golf Outing & Membership Picnic

5-7pm - Party on the Patio for Black Business Month presented by the African American Business Leaders Council (Free Event)

6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - Castaway Band (Free Event) Friday, July 26th

12-1pm - Oasis Community Center 5 Year Anniversary Ribbon Cutting (Free Event) 6-8pm - One Way Back - Upper Saucon Township's Summer Concert Series (Free Event) Saturday, July 27th 12-7pm - Martin on Main (Free Event) Thursday, August 1st

6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - Joyous (Free Event) Thursday, August 8th

6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - Little Red Rooster Band (Free Event) Monday, August 12th 11am-7pm - Bethlehem Walla Gazoo Golf Tournament Tuesday, August 13th

12-2pm - U-Haul Moving & Storage of Lower Macungie Ribbon Cutting (Free Event) 1-6pm - Allentown Back to School Bash (Free Event)

Sunday, July 21st

1-2pm - Whitehall-Coplay's Clarence M. Gockley Elementary School Ribbont Cutting & open House (Free Event) Wednesday, July 24th

5-7pm - Party on the Patio, HALO presented by the LGBTQ Business Council

Thursday, August 15th

6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - Zaire (Free Event) Friday, August 16th

6-8pm - Craig Thatcher & Nyke Van Wyke Upper Saucon Township's Summer Concert Series(Free Event) Sunday, August 18th 11am-4pm - Easton Eco Extravaganza (Free Event) Wednesday, August 21st

5:30-7:30pm - August Meet & Greet presented by the Young Professionals Council (Free Event) Thursday, August 22nd 5-7pm - Chamber Foundation Annual Meeting and Awards

5:30-7:30pm - Mingle at the Movies: A Chamber Night at Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre 6-8pm - Phillipsburg Summer Concert Series - The Weekenders (Free Event) Friday, August 23rd

6pm - Upper Saucon Township Movie Under the Stars

CONNECTIONS INDEX: Affiliated Chambers........................................................31 Allentown Area...............................................................10 Ambassadors & Small Business Councils.........................11 Bethlehem Area..............................................................25 Carbon & Pocono Chambers............................................37 Chamber Events Calendar...............................................2 Chamber Staff Directory..................................................1 Diversity Councils...........................................................28-30 Easton Area....................................................................26 East Penn Chamber & Emmaus Main Street Partners.......33 Featured Industry Guide - GLV Restaurants......................14-23

Greater Northern Lehigh & Western Lehigh Chambers........32 Hellertown-Lower Saucon & Greater Northampton Area Chambers..........................................................................35 Nazareth Area.....................................................................36 Lehigh Valley Economic Report......................................... 6 Southern Lehigh Area & Whitehall Area Chambers.............34 New Members...................................................................8-9 Member News...................................................................40 Nonprofit & Business Partners Council & Chamber Foundation..13 Phillipsburg Area...............................................................27 Public Policy......................................................................12

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UNVEILING NEW BEGINNINGS!

Celebrating a grand opening or anniversary?

Contact Paige Nicholas at paigen@lehighvalleychamber.org

Meesha Wellness 241 South 3rd Street, Coopersburg, PA 18036

Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe 505 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Budget Store & Lock 2813 Lehigh Street, Whitehall, PA 18052

Unidos - 5 Year Anniversary 2030 West Tilghman Street, 202 Rear, Allentown, PA 18104 Holcim - 125th Anniversary 5160 Main Street, Whitehall, PA 18052

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CHAMBER SEEN!

Photos from the 2024 Board of Governors Krajsa Cup Golf Classic on May 20th at Brookside Cuntry Club. *Photos courtesy of VIP Studios*

The Chamber Board of Governors Krajsa Cup Golf Classic teed off on Monday, May 20th at the picturesque Brookside Country Club in Macungie, PA. This event offered a premier opportunity for Lehigh Valley business leaders to mingle with Chamber board members while enjoying a day on the green.

The highlight of the tournament was the prestigious "Krajsa Cup," presented to the winning foursomes in honor of John Krajsa, Sr., a founding figure of the Allentown Chamber Golf Tournament over 40 years ago.

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UPCOMING

GOLF OUTINGS Two more to go!

Monday, August 12 Bethlehem Chamber Walla Gazoo Bethlehem Golf Club

Monday, September 9 Carbon Chamber Golf Tournament and Sturm Cup Jack Frost National Golf Club

Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

To register or sponsor, contact Frank Facchiano at frankf@lehighvalleychamber.org

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LEHIGH VALLEY ECONOMIC REPORT Dr. Kamran Afshar, Chamber Chief Economist The Chamber’s Finance Committee 610-691-3272 • ka@kaa-inc.com

The Lehigh Valley business sentiment is in a shallow up-trend The Lehigh Valley's Business Sentiment Index (BSI) dropped sharply as inflation rose in 2022. The decline bottomed out last July and except for one quarter, it has been slowly inching up. The BSI index for April 2024 stands at 57.4, its highest level since April of last year.

The BSI is based on a quarterly survey of businesses in the Valley conducted by the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce- Kamran Afshar since 1998.

The overall index rose by 1.3% above its January level, which is not statistically significant; however, some model components changed significantly between January and April. The largest change was in the index of plans for future purchases, which rose by 17% in April, pushing this index into the range historically associated with strong growth.

This index is now 15% above its last April’s level. The second largest change in the index components was a 17% drop in the index of Plans for future hiring.

The index is now 14% below its April 2023 level and at its lowest since July 2020. In April, only 16% of businesses

participating in the survey planned to hire more employees. It appears that many businesses downgraded their plans for future hiring due to the very tight labor market and rising wages.

The third largest change was a 10% increase in the index of purchases over the last six months. This significant increase comes after seven declines in the index in the previous nine quarters. The index of past hiring dropped 3% below its January level and is now 11% below its April 2023 level. Fourteen percent of participants in the survey hired more people than they laid off in the last six months, while 13% laid off more than they hired. It should be noted that they are still adding to the total number of people who are working in the Valley; it is just that the rate of increase in employment has slowed down. Also, considering that the unemployment rate in the Valley is at a historical low; clearly fewer people are available to be hired.

The index of past revenues is the last index in our model which registered a measurable change; it rose by 5% above

its January level while still slightly below last year’s level. The index of expected future revenues is in a statistical tie with its January level. Forty-six percent of the participants expect higher revenues, and only 14% expect lower revenues in the next six months. There is a significant change in one of the sub-components of the index. And that is a total flip-flop in the momentum of plans for future purchases, turning from trending negative to a significantly positive level. And that is an optimistic sign for the future of the Valley’s economy. The drop in the hiring indices will relieve the pressure on the labor market, reducing

the labor churn. The increase in purchasing indices indicates expectation of an expanding market beyond the next six months. Improvement in past revenues, while small, is still a positive for the Valley’s economy. While the overall index shows a slight increase, the index measuring future expectations has been rising in the range associated with economic growth for the past six months.

This upward trend reflects local businesses’ optimistic views regarding the Valley’s economic future.

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BKNet Wellness and Wardrobe Antoinette Grannum 400 West Berwick Street Easton, PA 18042 484-293-1116 www.bknetwellnessandwardrobe.org Attorneys

Tom Ford Business Law Office Tom Ford 3308 Route 940, Suite 104 Mount Pocono, PA 18344 570-762-2163 www.tomfordbusinesslaw.com Audio/Video Sales, Equipment and Repair Service

Brinster Electronics Kaitlyn Krakowiak 144 Clifton Drive Bushkill, PA 18324 862-293-4114 www.brinsterelectronics.com

Bakeries & Supplies

Aloha Jay's Malasadas Jay Losagio 1120 Main Street, Unit A Hellertown, PA 18055 484-851-3049 www.alohajays.com Breweries

Country Club Brewing Ivy Kromer 323 Pierce Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 484-619-9813 Child Development and Child Care Services and Education

Pediatric Stars PPECC Erica Contreras 2437 Plaza Court Bath, PA 18014 484-282-0255 www.pediatricstars.com

Fenti's Inc Cleaning & General Contractor Angie Gomez 842 Ferry Street Easton, PA 18042 484-544-9220 Construction Management & General Contractors

Irish Creek Enterprises Sarah Phillips 4338 Pottsville Pike Reading, PA 19605 610-929-5251 www.irishcreekinc.com Consulting Services & Training

Pugh Self-Protection & Combatives Zachary Pugh 156 McAmbley Avenue Elmira Heights, NY 14838 607-202-5999 www.PughSelfProtection.com Counseling and Therapy

Behavioral Health Associates Jordan Kuhns 200 Beaver Run Road Lehighton, PA 18235 610-405-5343 www.bhaeducatiion.org Employment Services, Screening & Staffing

IMKO Ann Maire Jaquez-Negron 416 Frederick Street Easton, PA 18042 610-841-5890 www.imko.com Financial Services

Halftime Wealth Management Michael Cohen 5784 Route 209, Suite 2 Sciota, PA 18354 570-202-4929 www.halftimewealth.com Formal Wear

Dolly's Boutique & Studio Rita Sharma 645 Hamilton Street, Suite 105 Allentown, PA 18101 484-862-0508

Government Relations, Lobbying Services

American Promise Matthew Powell 33 Bradford Street Concord, MA 01742 978-254-6275 www.americanpromise.net Health & Wellness Products and Services

Nurse Wellness Michael Matthews 523 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 856-400-4367 www.nursewellness.com Home Care- Non Medical

Home Instead Northampton Jean Fortner 2508 Schoenersville Road Bethlehem, PA 18017 610-868-7333 www.homeinstead.com Human Resource Services & Organizations

Community Option Inc. Carron Bartholomew 3 East Butler Drive, Suite 201 Drums, PA 18222 570-497-8389 HVAC, Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

Safeway Heating LLC Jessica Gallo 738 East White Bear Drive Summit HIll, PA 18250 570-534-5289 www.safewayheatingllc.com Insurance

Silver Crest Insurance Inc Danielle Klump 35 East Elizabeth Avenue, Suite 33 Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-868-5801 www.silvercrestins.com Mike Peterson - State Farm Agent Michael Peterson 912 Main Street, Suite 103 Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-421-8544 www.mystroudagent.com

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Lighting Controls & Supplies

Bright Light Design Center Kelsey Lynn 1033 Sumner Avenue Whitehall, PA 18052 610-709-6162 www.brightlightdesigncenter.com Medical Spas

Rejuvenations Lehigh Valley Toni Marcheskie 190 South Greenwood Avenue Suite 2 Easton, PA 18045 610-438-2578 www.rejuvenationslv.com Office Supplies, Equipment, Furniture

Fraser Advanced Information Systems Heather Trone 1320 Hausman Road, Suite 302 Allentown, PA 18104 610-231-9577 www.fraser-ais.com

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National Scenic Visitors Center Mary Ellen Snyder P.O. Box 68 Old Zionsville, PA 18068 610-390-6373 www.nsvc.us Restaurants, Bars & Cafes

Maven & Mane Salon Leah Edwards 6750 Iroquois Trail, Suite 4 Allentown, PA 18104 610-216-7179 www.mavenandmanesalon.com Travel Agencies & Cruise Discounters

Hank's Italian Ice Co. Aedan Merrill 303 Main Street Emmaus, PA 18049 484-661-1901 www.hanksice.com

Cruise Planners- ADARA World Travel Dawson Weller Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-653-8031 www.adaraworldtravel.com

Marita's Southwestern Bar & Grill Ian Schreier 735 Main St Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-424-8355

The Agency Chic Maria LaDuca 2551 Route 611, Suite 2 Scotrun, PA 18355 570-309-4010 www.agencychic.com

Mi Casa Restaurante Saurabh Passi 204 West Madison Street Easton, PA 18042 610-829-9731 Sizzling Bites Abdul Wali 312 East 3rd Street Suite 102 Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-0888 www.sizzlingbites.com Salons, Spas, Makeup & Massage Services

Lehigh Valley Electrolysis Kerri Nigito 1025 Jefferson Avenue Allentown, PA 18103 484-241-4704 www.lvelectrolysis.com

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AMBASSADORS & SMALL BUSINESS COUNCILS SMALL BUSINESS COUNCIL

Lisa Pammer Green Pond Packaging Small Business Council Board Member

On behalf of the Small Business Council, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who gathered at Lehigh Country Club to celebrate the Excellence in Business Award recipients.

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Forward Thinking Technology Solutions, Excellent Large Business United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, Excellent Non-Profit Platinum Star Cleaning Services, Excellent Small Business Social T Marketing & PR, Excellent Micro Business Green Pond Packaging, Excellent Emerging Business

The ambiance, music, culinary delights, and beverages were nothing short of spectacular. The collective community engagement of all the honorees showcased the spirit of generosity and unity that defines the Lehigh Valley and its surrounding areas.

A reminder to all our members, join us for the upcoming Hellertown-Lower Saucon Restaurant Week. This week-long Chamber event is the perfect opportunity to indulge in the diverse and delectable dining experiences our local restaurants have to offer. Whether you’re a fan of savory bites, sweet treats, or innovative drinks, participating eateries have something for you. Don’t miss out ~ come out and support local businesses.

As a special offer, Green Pond Packaging, an award recipient, is excited to offer a one-time discount of 15% for the month of July. All new customers are eligible, and the offer is valid on the entire range of eco-conscious packaging solutions, use code SAVE15. Let's indulge in delicious food and support sustainability together!

Great Food, Green Choices!

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Photos from the Excellence in Business Awards on June 5th at Lehigh Country Club *Photos Courtesy of Mike Robinson Productions & VIP Studios*

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PUBLIC POLICY ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE Kirsten Corallo, Jaindl Enterprises

The Waterfront is a large-scale brownfield development that represents a transformative project revitalizing Allentown’s riverfront, turning a once underutilized area into a vibrant, multi-use district. Constructed on the former Lehigh Structural Steel site, the 29-acre steel campus was fully remediated and raised to meet EPA standards, while occupiable lands were all raised above the 500-year floodplain.

615 Waterfront Drive, a premier commercial office building at The Waterfront, offers a unique and exclusive opportunity for businesses. This state-of-the-art Class A property, nestled along the picturesque banks of the Lehigh River, provides a quality-driven work environment. With over 100,000 square feet of customizable office space and more than 20,000 square feet dedicated to riverside retail and dining options, the building is a haven for businesses seeking a unique and exclusive work environment. The expansive window lines offer breathtaking riverfront views, fostering a serene and productive atmosphere in the heart of an up-and-coming lifestyle development. The building’s modern design integrates ecofriendly features, ensuring sustainability and reduced operational costs. The building prioritizes the health and well-being of its tenants. Each tenant suite is equipped with VRF HVAC systems with UV lighting, designed to kill bacteria and reduce the spread of germs and illnesses.

Wellness officers are also in place to promote common area cleanliness and well-being.

Bathrooms are energy efficient, equipped with motion sensor toilets, sinks, soap dis-

pensers, and hand dryers, further enhancing the health and safety of the building's occupants. Expertly designed to be energy efficient with LED lighting throughout and floor-to-ceiling windows along the building’s perimeter, 615 Waterfront Drive reduces the need for additional electrical light as natural light is bountiful during the day.

Lighting packages on select floors were designed to maximize daylight harvesting impacts while operating on sensors to promote efficiency. All kitchen and café appliances are Energy Star certified. In addition to energy efficiency, The Waterfront has a site-wide recycling program that includes collection per building and outdoor receptacles.

As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to grow in popularity, it’s critical that charging stations are readily available to accommodate users' lifestyles. The Waterfront promotes the use of electric vehicles by offering EV Charging Stations (EVCS) on-site.

As The Waterfront continues to scale, sustainability is not just a buzzword, but a core value. From the start to the finish of each building and design element, sustainability is top-of-mind. With the help of skilled contractors and partners, The Waterfront is creating a positive impact, not only for the community but also for the environment.

This commitment to sustainability invites businesses and tenants to join in this important mission, making them feel environmentally conscious and responsible.

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE Matt Asaad Lehigh Valley Planning Commission

The Lehigh Valley is competing for a $115 Million federal grant – and you can help Imagine entering the Lehigh Valley along Route 22 to find colorful meadows of wildflowers, carbon-sequestering trees, pollinator corridors and the unmistakable sense that you have entered a green region.

That vision would become a reality as early as 2027 under the Lehigh Valley Green Transportation Infrastructure Project. The LVPC applied on April 1 for a $115 million grant through the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to fund the project as part of the EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program.

The project calls for developing green infrastructure on 522 acres of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) rights-of-way along some of the busiest Lehigh Valley roadways, including Routes 22, 33 and 378.

The plan can be found at lvpc.org/ lv-green-transportation, where it’s important that as many people as possible sign the letter of support to show that this region deserves this grant.

The EPA’s decision on grant winners is expected in July, with awards arriving in October.

The plan is designed to reduce transportation carbon emissions in places where they are the highest and create pollinator corridors for insects and birds, while installing best stormwater management practices along the region’s busiest highways.

The LVPC was awarded $1 million by EPA under the CPRG program. Funded by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the CPRG was created to funnel grants to each state and the nation’s

roughly 70 largest regions to develop and implement climate action plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The LVPC delivered the region’s first-ever Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) in February, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions caused by transportation.

Being accepted into the CPRG program gives the Lehigh Valley access to $4.6 billion in competitive IRA-funded grant money for projects that are part of PCAPs filed across the nation in February. It means the region is competing with the likes of New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle and Philadelphia. But it also means it is competing only with CPRG program members – of which there are fewer than 120 – and the pool of money available is among the largest ever offered for climate action.

The Lehigh Valley Green Transportation Infrastructure Project would add green infrastructure along Routes 22, 33 and 378, at 16 interchanges, two linear corridors and the park-and-ride lot in Bethlehem Township. The project would include planting 123 acres of deciduous trees and 166 acres of meadows, many of which would serve as pollinators corridors. Another 12 acres of bioswales would be installed, and where applicable, the sites would be fitted with light-emitting diode lighting (LED), state-of-the art traffic controls, and in the case of the park-and-ride lot, electric charging stations.

The project can be executed quickly because PennDOT already owns all the rights-of-way. If the grant is approved, much of the project would be in place as early as 2027. Overall, it would reduce carbon emission by 8,035 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e) by 2030, and 51,835 by 2050.

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CHAMBER SEEN!

On May 30 Chamber President & CEO Tony Iannelli and Ben Franklin Technology Partners Northeast CEO Angelo Valletta hosted 25 Chamber members for an hourlong conversation, lunch, goodie bags and tour of the TechVentures facility.

MAIN STREET LEHIGH VALLEY Ricky Gower, Truist Chair, Chamber Foundation

Happy Summer! This inspiring art project, led by local artists Billy Nieves and Jermel Fountain in collaboration with students from Donegan Elementary School, adds a splash of color and creativity to the community landscape.

Donegan art teacher Tiffany Anderson facilitated the project, engaging her fifth-grade students in the design process. Their sketches and ideas were incorporated into the final design. The Chamber Foundation is proud to support this amazing project along with Community Action Lehigh Valley and

the City of Bethlehem. It highlights the power of community collaboration and the importance of involving youth in the beautification of their surroundings.

This project was one of several projects that were completed this year. We hope you will join us at Lehigh Country Club for the Chamber Foundation Annual Meeting and Awards on Thursday, August 22 from 5 – 7 pm where the next 10 beautification projects will be announced. It’s a great evening showcasing the work that we do!

Photos courtesy of George Wacker

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ALBRIGHTSVILLE Baby Boomer's Cafe 2681 PA-903 Albrightsville, PA 18210 570-442-2684 ALBURTIS Alburtis Tavern and Lodge Joseph Galazin 106 South Main Street Alburtis, PA 18011 610-928-0404 ALLENTOWN Allentown Brew Works Ian Mondrick 812 West Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 610-433-7777 www.TheBrewWorks.com Biaggio Pizzeria & Restaurant Joe Ruffino 1526 Cedar Crest Boulevard Allentown, PA 18104 610-395-7006 www.biaggiopizzeria.com Blended Restaurant Eric Cutting 27 North 7th Street Allentown, PA 18101 610-674-0602 www.blendedrestaurant.com Bru Daddy's Brewing Company Kevin Ryan 732 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-374-3012 https://www.brudaddysbrewingcompany.com/ Cali Burrito Shawn McHugh 2149 Reading Road Allentown, PA 18104 610-351-1791 www.caliburrito.com Grille 3501 John Trapani 3501 Broadway Allentown, PA 18104 610-706-0100 www.grille3501.com Grumpy's Bar-B-Que Roadhouse Mike Grimm 3000 Mauch Chunk Road Allentown, PA 18104 610-769-4600 www.grumpysbbq.net

Henry's Salt of The Sea Brian Krans 1926 Allen Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-434-2628 www.henryssaltofthesea.com La Vida Cafe Eli Yazbek 19 North 6th Street Allentown, PA 18101 610-351-3799 www.lavidacafe.us Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group - Red Robin Franchise Corporate Office Megan Huffman 6802 Hamilton Boulevard Allentown, PA 18106 610-481-0436 www.redrobinpa.com

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Ms. Velvet's Cafe Carlos Marrero 239 North 4th Street Allentown, PA 18102 610-351-1755 www.msvelvetscafe.com Nkasso Food Habiba Diaby 44 North 8th Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-221-1926 www.nkassofood.com Notch Modern Kitchen and Bar Jeffrey Virojanapa 5036 Hamilton Boulevard Allentown, PA 18106 610-841-4610 www.notchmknb.com Pennsylvania Rye Company Dan Gonzalez 536 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-929-2729 www.paryeco.com Philly Pretzel Factory of Allentown 5924 West Tilghman Street, Suite F Allentown, PA 18104 610-366-1265 www.phillypretzelfactory.com Red Robin - Airport Road 1875 Airport Road Allentown, PA 18109 610-266-1776 www.redrobinpa.com

Red Robin - Allentown 4688 A Broadway Allentown, PA 18104 610-366-1776 www.redrobinpa.com Ringer's Roost Donald Ringer 1801 Liberty Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-437-4941 www.ringersroost1801.com Sahara Mediterranean Cuisine Tom Ballas 5661 Hamilton Boulevard Allentown, PA 18106 610-841-7080 Shanty on 19th Joe Tatasciore 613 North 19th Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-841-0150 www.theshantyon19th.com

Sports & Social Allentown Noelle Franklin 645 West Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-705-3230 www.sportsandsocial.com Stahley's Cellarette/Stahley's Bar & Restaurant Janice Fedor 1826 Hanover Avenue Allentown, PA 18109 610-865-4577 www.stahleys.com Syb's West End Deli Kathy Diehl 2151 Liberty Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-434-3882 The Crust Pizzeria & Restaurant Jerry Coppola 3043 West Emaus Avenue Allentown, PA 18103 610-797-9797 www.thecrustpizzeriaandrestaurant. com

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The Dime 12 North Seventh Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-273-4010 www.thedimeallentown.com The Potato Factory Macho Velez 921 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-240-5233 The Shelby Donny Petridis 707 North Krocks Road, Suite 104 Allentown, PA 18106 610-841-0808 www.shelbyrestaurant.com The Sweet Spot Bar and Grill Terry Ellis 2805 Lehigh Street Allentown, PA 18103 610-813-2536 www.thesweetspot.golf The Udder Bar Hayley De Long 1852 West Allen Street Allentown, PA 18104 484-221-8653 www.theudderbar.com Trivet Diner - Allentown George Panagopoulos 4549 Tilghman Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-398-3886 www.trivetdiner.com Uno Taqueria Juan Montoya 1042 Mill Creek Road Allentown, PA 18106 484-221-8639 www.unotaqueriapa.com Wafa's Kitchen Wafa Khoury 515 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 484-515-9900 www.wafas-kitchen.business.site Wert's Café Kathy Drake 515 North 18th Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-439-0951 www.wertscafe.com

Westside Grill Eileen Casale 621 Grange Road Allentown, PA 18106 610-508-4500 www.westsidegrillpa.com

Point Phillips Hotel Daniel Tanczos 943 Point Phillips Road Bath, PA 18014 610-837-1544 www.pointphillipshotel.com

Yocco's "The Hot Dog King" South Mall Gary Iacocca 3300 Lehigh Street Allentown, PA 18103 610-351-4222 www.yoccos.com

The Bath Exchange Lauren Shala 204 West Main Street Bath, PA 18014 484-282-3366 www.thebathexchange.com

Yocco's "The Hot Dog King" Valley Plaza Gary Iacocca 1930 Catasauqua Road Allentown, PA 18109 610-264-1884 www.yoccos.com Yocco's "The Hot Dog King" West Gary Iacocca 2128 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-821-8488 www.yoccos.com Youell's Oyster House, Inc. J. Christian Filipos 2249 Walnut Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-439-1203 www.youellsoysterhouse.com ALPHA Alpha Pizza & Sub Shop Giovanni DiGrazia 1408 3rd Avenue Alpha, NJ 08865 908-454-2808 www.alphapizzasubnj.com BARTONSVILLE Spice Route USA! Kailash Goswami 3578 PA-611 Shops at Crossroads Bartonsville, PA 18321 (570) 664-8283 BATH My Place Pizza Restaurant Manny Mirabito 270 East Northampton Street Bath, PA 18014 610-837-8884 www.myplacebath.com

Town & Country Restaurant Steve Lambrinos 350 South Walnut Street Bath, PA 18014 610-837-7220 BETHLEHEM

Birthright Brewing & Twisted Tees Wayne Milford 77 Wind Creek Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18015 833-420-4899 www.playtwisted.com Borderline Restaurant LLC Christopher Valianatos 2100 West Union Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-3715 www.borderline-restaurant.com Brick Vito Spinelli 1 West Broad Street, Suite 101 Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-1141 www.thebrickpa.com

1741 on the Terrace at The Historic Hotel Bethlehem Daniel Withrow 437 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-625-5000 www.1741ontheterrace.com

Bruno Scipioni's Italian Ristorante & Pizzeria Bruno Scipioni 4034 Easton Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-867-9040 www.bruno-s.com

515 Main Chris Tiscio 515 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-625-9463 www.corkedbethlehem.com

Burger King - Linden Street Katherine Comer 3924 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-426-1098 www.bk.com

Apollo Grill Rachel Griffith 85 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-865-9600 www.apollogrill.com

Chop House at Wind Creek Walter Mahowsky 77 Wind Creek Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18015 484-777-7777 www.windcreekbethlehem.com

B Social Zoltan Estrella 3717 Route 378 Bethlehem, PA 18015 835-201-1020 www.bsocialpa.com

Christmas City Spirits / Tavern at the Sun Inn Brett Biggs 210 East Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-8600 www.tavernatthesuninn.com

Bethlehem Brew Works Sean Swenson 569 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-882-1300 www.TheBrewWorks.com Billy's Downtown Diner Bethlehem Billy Kounoupis 10 East Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-867-0105 www.billysdiner.com

Copperhead Grille Mike Dontas 5737 Route 378 Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-282-4600 www.copperheadgrille.com Crave Nutrition Gabrielle Marcantoni 77 West Broad Street, Unit 11C Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-905-0485 www.cravebethlehem.com

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Mediterranean Grill

Family operated restaurant serving fresh authentic Mediterranean cuisine!

22 W. Broad Street, Bethlehem PA 484-898-8003 www.medigrillonbroad.com Edge Restaurant Spencer Cobb 74 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-814-0100 www.edgerestaurant.net

Mama Nina Foccacheria George Moussa 546 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-867-9802 www.mamaninabethlehem.com

El Jefe's Taqueria of Bethlehem John Schall 506 E. 3rd Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-2000 www.eljefestaqueria.com

McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar Neville Gardner 534 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-861-7631 www.donegal.com

F&A Grog House Gina Perini 117 East 3rd Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-0040 www.fandagroghouse.com Jumbars Emily Hoffert 1342 Chelsea Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-866-1660 www.jumbars.com

Mediterranean Grill Randa Kattan 22 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-898-8003 www.medigrillonbroad.com One Third Faye Zhu 3022 Linden Street, Unit 1 Bethlehem, PA 18017 610-867-1313 www.onethirdasiancuisine.com

Orizaba Restaurant Saray Paniagua 614 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-893-4467 www.orizababethlehem.com

Tapas on Main Cara Paredes 500 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-868-8903 www.tapasonmain.com

Pat's Pizza & Bistro Yiannis Kyziridis 1426 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-8100 www.patsbistro.com

The Clubhouse Grille at Bethlehem Golf Club Denielle Slater 400 Illicks Mill Road Bethlehem, PA 18017 610-625-0060 www.theclubhousegrille.com

Primo Hoagies Lon Grossman 2410 Catasauqua Road Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-895-3939 www.primohoagies.com

The Flying Egg Juan Carlos 451 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-691-5100 www.theflyingeggbethlehem.com

Retro Burger Cara Paredes 1223 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-3810 www.retroburgerbethlehem.com

The Market 77 Wind Creek Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18042 484-777-7777

Roasted Derek Wallen 22 West 4th Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-849-2673 www.roastedbethlehem.com Sizzling Bites Abdul Wali 312 East 3rd Street Suite 102 Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-0888 www.sizzlingbites.com Steak and Steel Hibachi Abby Rigler 44 West Walnut Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-849-2323 www.steakandsteelpa.com Steel Works Buffet & Grill Mike Fox 77 Wind Creek Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-5555 www.steelworksbuffetandgrill.com Tap Room at Hotel Bethlehem 437 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-625-2226 www.hotelbethlelhem.com

The Melting Pot Jenny O'Leary One East Broad Street, Suite 100 Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-241-4939 www.meltingpot.com The Wilbur Mansion Michelle Konish 201 Cherokee Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-360-3451 www.wilburmansion.com Toastique Bethlehem Jessica Morrissey 21 East 3rd Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-0950 www.toastique.com Twisted Olive Steve Kershner 51 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-1200 www.twistedolivebethlehem.com Urban Table Walter Mahowsky 77 Wind Creek Boulevard Bethlehem, PA 18015 484-777-7777 www.windcreekbethlehem.com

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Urbano Mexican Kitchen & Bar 526 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-1736 www.urbanobethlehem.com

Red Robin - Center Valley 2845 Center Valley Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 610-625-3176 www.redrobinpa.com

Vineyard di Norma Matthew Prosseda 605 Fiot Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-861-2441 www.thevineyardrestaurnt.net

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Center Valley Chris Nagy 2880 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 602 Center Valley, PA 18034 610-216-6807 www.thegreatgreekgrill.com

Yianni's Taverna Melissa Zannakis 3760 Old Philadelphia Pike Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-410-9300 www.yiannistaverna.com Zest Bar & Grille John Trapani 306 South New Street, 6th Floor Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-419-4320 www.zestbethlehem.com BLAKESLEE Boulder View Tavern Marcel Engelmann 123 Lake Harmony Road Blakeslee, PA 18624 570-722-9696 www.boulderviewtavern.com BREINIGSVILLE Hometown Breakfast Bar & Grill Tom Gougoustamos 8732 Hamilton Boulevard Breinigsville, PA 18031 610-395-7316 www.hometownbbg.com CATASAUQUA Catty Corner Neighborhood Pub and Pie Jay Cimerol 301 Mulberry Street Catasauqua, PA 18032 610-443-2284 www.cattycornerpub.com CENTER VALLEY Diana's Cafe Diana Hall-Yurasits 4907 Route 309 Center Valley, PA 18034 610-797-2525 www.dianascafe.com

Turning Point Restaurants Carla Romano 3045 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 1112 Center Valley, PA 18034 610-477-7330 www.turningpointrestaurants.com

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White Orchids Thai Cuisine Jeffrey Virojanapa 2985 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 200 Center Valley, PA 18034 610-841-7499 www.whiteorchidsthaicuisine.com COOPERSBURG Carlo's Pizza Anthony Pagano 7001 North Route 309 Coopersburg, PA 18036 610-282-4480 Casa Toro Mexican Grill Therese Albertini 7001 Pennsylvania 309 #3 Coopersburg, PA 18036 610-282-8888 www.casatoromexgrill.com

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McDonald's of Coopersburg James McIntyre 6690 Short Drive Coopersburg, PA 18036 610-217-1460 COPLAY Samuel Owens Restaurant & Bar Bill loy 128 Chestnut Street Coplay, PA 18037 610-262-2860 www.samuelowens.com

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The Frogtown Chophouse Kerra Fox 472 Red Rock Road Cresco, PA 18326 570-895-4460 www.thefrogtownchophouse.com EAST STROUDSBURG Cinder Inn Veronica Murray 91 Mill Creek Road East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-421-1425 Farmhouse Eatery & Craft Cocktails April Maiya Butler 15 Crystal Street East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-420-7522

Hot Bagels & Deli 5/20/21 2:51 PM Jason Jensen 704 Milford Road East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-421-8340 www.hotbagelsdeli.com EASTON 3rd and Ferry Fish Market Rebecca Pichetto 56 South 3rd Street Easton, PA 18042 610-829-1404 www.thirdandferry.com Aman's Artisan Indian Cuisine Jasmeet Bansal 336 Northampton Street Easton, PA 18042 484-298-0400 www.amanseaston.com Burger King - Easton Katherine Comer 3706 Easton Nazareth Hwy Easton, PA 18045 610-253-4318 www.bk.com

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Jersey Mikes Jessica Kerslake 1512 Sullivan Trail Easton, PA 18040 732-908-9682 www.jerseymikes.com

Thyme Anthony Trapani 100 Northampton Street Easton, PA 18042 610-510-0309 www.thymeeaston.com

Meli European Taverna Melissa Zannakis 322 Northampton Street Easton, PA 18042 610-672-4730 www.melieaston.com

Two Rivers Brewing Company Troy Reynard 542 Northampton Street Easton, PA 18042 610-829-1131 www.tworiversbrewing.com

Mesa Modern Mexican Kristine Islas 42 South 3rd Street Easton, PA 18042 610-829-2101 www.mesamexican.com

Uncle Louie G Anthony Freeman 1700 Sullivan Trail, Suite 11 Easton, PA 18040 917-385-9690 www.unclelouiegee.com

Mi Casa Restaurante Saurabh Passi 204 West Madison Street Easton, PA 18042 610-829-9731 Red Robin - Easton Josh Palmer 3716 Easton-Nazareth Highway Easton, PA 18045 610-515-1111 www.redrobinpa.com Sam's Bagels and Deli Sam Brown Park Plaza, 1800 Sullivan Trail Easton, PA 18042 610-829-1526 www.samsbagelseaston.com Sette Luna Josh Palmer 219 Ferry Street Easton, PA 18042 610-253-8888 www.setteluna.com Sunny Side Up! Karen Widrick 1800 Sullivan Trail, Suite 435 Easton, PA 18040 610-438-1602 www.sunnysideupforks.com Surv Restaurant Karen Widrick 1800 Sullivan Trail Suite 150 Easton, PA 18040 484-544-0624 www.surveaston.com

EMMAUS Beyond Fitness Nutrition Suki Anderson 420 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 347-460-4503 Burger King - Emmaus Katherine Comer 1116 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 484-742-2080 www.bk.com Cactus Blue Mexican Restaurant - Emmaus Elizabeth Ortiz 4030 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-814-3000 www.cactusblue.biz Capo & Co Tony Mannino 1375 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-967-9000 www.caponco.net Don Juan Mex Grill Juan Martinez 1328 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-438-5661 www.donjuanmexgrill.com Hank's Italian Ice Co. Aedan Merrill 303 Main Street Emmaus, PA 18049 484-661-1901 www.hanksice.com

Superior Restaurant Thomas Raptis 102 East Main Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-5750 Trivet Diner - Emmaus Greg Marmaros 4102 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-2838 www.trivetdiner.com Vibes Caribbean Cuisine Tasha Spence 1301 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-966-7777 Volpe's Sports Bar Francis Volpe 501 Broad Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-0311 www.volpessportsbar.com Yocco's "The Hot Dog King" South Gary Iacocca 4042 Chestnut Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-967-5555 www.yoccos.com Yocco's, Inc. - Corporate Office Gary Iacocca 16 East Minor Street Emmaus, PA 18049 610-928-3100 www.yoccos.com East Penn Diner Odiseas Draklellis 1418 Chestnut Street Emmaus , PA 18049 610-965-3100 FOGELSVILLE Glasbern Inn Albert Granger 2141 Pack House Road Fogelsville, PA 18051 610-285-4723 www.glasbern.com Madeline's Nadine King P.O. Box 878 Fogelsville, PA 18051 484-277-2250 www.madelinesfogelsville.com

Yocco's "The Hot Dog King" Fogelsville Gary Iacocca 225 Route 100 South Fogelsville, PA 18051 610-398-3939 www.yoccos.com GILBERT Willie Mae's Place Shantelle Davis 1289 Route 209 Gilbert, PA 18331 (917) 612-9877 HAMBURG Red Robin - Hamburg 125 Wilderness Trail Hamburg, PA 19526 484-668-4040 www.redrobinpa.com HELLERTOWN Braveheart Highland Pub Andy Lee 430 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-6555 www.bravehearthighlandpub.com DiMaio's Family Restaurante & Pizzeria Anna DiMaio Shoppes at Hellertown 27 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-8004 www.dimaios.net Drip - The Flavor Lab Bob Weill 1310 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 484-851-3700 www.driptheflavorlab.com McDonald's of Emmaus Sean McIntyre 654 Front Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-967-3306 www.mcpennsylvania.com/4625 McDonald's Of Hellertown James McIntyre 14 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-4995 www.mcdonalds.com

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Papa Johns - Hellertown Kevin Godusky 1236 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-7272 www.papajohns.com Rita's Italian Ice - Hellertown Jay Losagio 1130 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-2000 Taste Of Italy Ristorante Joe Grisafi 539 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 484-851-3056 www.tasteofitalyhtown.com The Hellertown Crossroads Hotel Joe Tulio 1443 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-8278 www.crossroadshellertown.com Vassi's Drive-in Miltiadis Sumelidis 1666 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-838-1877 Limon Authentic Turkish Kebap House Zuhal Lambrugo 1111 Main Street Hellertown , PA 18055 484-851-3269 JIM THORPE Stone Row Pub & Eatery Margaret White 47 Race Street Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 570-732-0465 www.stoneroweatery.com/wp

Marion Hose Bar Aillinn Brennan 16 West Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 570-325-1968 www.marionhosebar.com KUTZTOWN Folino Estate Vineyard & Winery Marco Folino 340 Old Route 22 Kutztown, PA 19530 484-452-3633 www.folinoestate.com LAKE HARMONY Louie's Prime Steak House Cyndi Pantages 134 Lake Harmony Road Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-722-3990 www.louiesprime.com Nick's Lake House Cyndi Pantages 20 South Lake Drive Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-722-2500 www.nickslakehouse.com Shenanigans of Lake Harmony Cyndi Pantages 286 Lake Harmony Road Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-722-1100 www.shenaniganslh.com Split Rock Golf Club & Sunset Green Restaurant Shelly Lutz 140 Wolf Hollow Road Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-722-9901 www.golfsplitrock.com LANSFORD

Dom N Ali Steak & Seafood Restaurants Pino Buzzetta 1553 State Route 903 Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 570-325-8110 www.domnali.com

The 80's Bar 634 East Patterson Street Lansford, PA 18232 570-645-6091 www.the80sbarpa.com

Libations Lounge Taylor Handwerk 19 Packer Ave Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 570-325-8566 www.murdermansion.com

Bonnie & Clyde Pub and Grll Steve Mazalewski 111 North 1st Street Lehighton, PA 18235 610-377-0777 www.bonnieandclydepubandgrill.com

LEHIGHTON

Burger King - Lehighton Bob Malick 1052 Blakeslee Boulevard Drive East Lehighton, PA 18235 610-377-6979 Perch Courtney Postupack 300 Mauch Chunk Street Lehighton, PA 18235 610-377-2233 www.perchjt.com PJ Whelihan's at Platz's Donna Schirer 101 Harrity Road Lehighton, PA 18235 610-377-1819 www.pjspub.com MACUNGIE Savory Grille Shawn Doyle 2934 Seisholtzville Road Macungie, PA 18062 610-845-2010 www.savorygrille.com MOUNT POCONO Kentucky Fried Chicken Arthur Hale 89 Oak Street Mount Pocono, PA 18344 570-839-8283 www.kfc.com NAZARETH Carl's Corner - Nazareth Mike Bartz 848 Nazareth Pike Nazareth, PA 18064 610-994-3384 www.carlscornersteaks.com Potts' Nazareth, LLC Courtney Beahn 307 South Broad Street Nazareth, PA 18064 610-759-6600 Rios Brazilian Steakhouse Edson Geleski 127 South Broad Street Nazareth, PA 18064 610-614-1018 www.RiosBR.com

NESQUEHONING Macaluso's & The Lantern Tonimarie Macaluso 1257 East Catawissa Street Nesquehoning, PA 18240 570-669-9433 www.macalusosrestaurant.com NORTHAMPTON Assante Italian Restaurant Nic Assante 2050 Main Street Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-1998 www.assantesrestaurant.com Gin Mill and Grille Warren Hoyenski 1750 Main Street Northampton, PA 18067 610-262-5486 www.ginmillandgrille.com PALMERTON Covered Bridge Inn, Ltd. Alyssa Halada 4300 Little Gap Road Palmerton, PA 18071 610-826-5400 www.coveredbridgeinn.net Joey B's Bar & Grill Shari Solt 638 Delaware Avenue Palmerton, PA 18071 610-393-8832 www.joeybsbar.com One Ten Tavern Lori Lucykanish 110 Delaware Avenue Palmerton, PA 18071 610-826-3333 www.onetentavern.com Slopeside Pub & Grille at Blue Mountain Resort 1660 Blue Mountain Drive Palmerton, PA 18071 610-824-1557 www.slopesidepubandgrill.com Subway Restaurants LG Management Team, Inc. Lori Teel-George 625 Delaware Avenue Palmerton, PA 18071 484-629-0533 www.subway.com

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PHILLIPSBURG Rocco's Pizza & Italian Restaurant Michael Moussa 360 South Main Street Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 908-454-1555 www.roccosphillipsburg.org POCONO PINES Van Gilder's Jubilee Restaurant Bill Van Gilder P.O. Box 190 Pocono Pines, PA 18350 570-646-2377 www.jubileerestaurant.com REEDERS Timbers Pub & Grill Tiffany Johnson P.O. Box 552 Reeders, PA 18352 570-629-1210 www.timberspubandgrill.com SPRINGTOWN Springtown Inn & Brooklyn's Catering Bobbi Gianguzzi 3258 Main Street Springtown, PA 18081 610-346-7262 www.springtowninn.com STROUDSBURG Stroudsmoor Country Inn Andrew Forte P.O. Box 153 Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-421-6431 www.stroudsmoor.com SWIFTWATER Pocono Brewery Company Jean-Luc Vitiello 2092 Route 611 Swiftwater, PA 18370 570-839-1500 www.poconobrewery.com TANNERSVILLE Barley Creek Brewing Co. Stephanie Rath 1774 Sullivan Trail Tannersville, PA 18372 570-629-9399 www.barleycreek.com

Smugglers Cove Chris Sarajian P.O. Box 342 Tannersville, PA 18372 570-629-2277 www.smugglerscove.net

Dave & Buster’s Whitehall Jeff Hartwyk 1491 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052 484-245-6400 www.daveandbusters.com

Tandoor Palace Indian Cuisine Razzi Ahmad 126 Hill Motor Lodge Road Tannersville, PA 18372 570-619-0068 www.tandoorpalacepa.com

Dunderbak's Market Café Bill Baker 121 Lehigh Valley Mall Whitehall, PA 18052 610-264-4963 www.dunderbak.com

Vocelli Pizza Tannersville 2972 Route 611, Suite 101 Tannersville, PA 18372 570-620-9055 www.vocellipizza.com

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant Jaclyn Daley 950 Lehigh Lifestyle Center Whitehall, PA 18052 609-472-1258 www.ironhillbrewery.com

Volare Italian Ristorante Donna Marie 2756 Suite 101 Route 611 Tannersville, PA 18372 570-730-4772 TOBYHANNA Wingz And A Prayer, LLC Deatra Cummings 5111 Juliet Road Tobyhanna, PA 18466 570-216-3700 www.wingzandaprayer.com TREXLERTOWN Yocco's "The Hot Dog King" Trexlertown Gary Iacocca 7150 Hamilton Boulevard Trexlertown, PA 18087 610-530-4481 www.yoccos.com WHITEHALL Buffalo Wild Wings Whitehall Jennifer Mast 1225 Grape Street Whitehall, PA 18052 610-266-0527 www.buffalowildwings.com Chick-fil-A Whitehall Alyssa Schlener 2610 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052 610-432-2307 www.chick-fil-a.com/whitehall

Whitehall Diner, Inc. Dina Gougoustamos 3026 MacArthur Road Whitehall, PA 18052 610-821-6880 www.whitehalldiner.com BAKERIES & SUPPLIES A Pinch of Sugar Kelly Hunsicker 14 South Main Street Nazareth, PA 18064 484-291-4414 www.a-pinch-of-sugar.com Aloha Jay's Malasadas Jay Losagio 1120 Main Street, Unit A Hellertown, PA 18055 484-851-3049 www.alohajays.com Bakerly/Norac Group USA Caitlin Harding 4300 Braden Boulevard Forks, PA 18040 610- 829-5210 www.bakerly.com Cake & Corolla Ryan Mason 118 Northampton Street Easton, PA 18042 484-272-9090 www.cakeandcorolla.com Cake As Canvas Huma Usmani 622 West Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-268-2897 www.cakeascanvas.com

Cookie Haven Jewel Felix Emmaus, PA 18049 484-809-9164 www.mycookiehaven.com Crumbl Cookie Karen Coffey 3712 Easton Nazareth Highway Easton, PA 18045 561-213-5179 www.crumblcookies.com Donerds Donuts Andrew Underwood 76 Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 610-714-1772 www.donerdsdonuts.com Donerds Donuts Annabel Figueroa 3 East 4th Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 484-655-2885 Hayden's Confections Hayden Rinde Bethlehem, PA 18018 678-548-0228 www.facebook.com/haydensconfections Jaquelyn's on Main Jaquelyn Hall-Yurasits 201 North Main Street Coopersburg, PA 18036 610-217-2955 KB Systems Inc. Portia Watkins 90 Jacktown Road Bangor, PA 18013 610-588-7788 www.geminibakeryequipment.com Madeline's on Liberty Laurie McShane 1725 Liberty Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-462-0337 Main Street Makery Lisa Diemer 733 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-369-9666 www.MainStreetMakery.com Naz-O-Nut Adam Colombo 66 East Lawn Road Nazareth, PA 18064

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July Featured Industry Guide

Pocono Dessert Co. Tracy Eisler 2185 Route 611, Suite 100 Swiftwater, PA 18370 570-580-0073 www.poconodessertco.com

Vanly's Cookies Vanly Pierson 832 Vera Cruz Road Center Valley, PA 18034 610-737-6093 www.vanlyscookies.com

ChefMeals LLC Joe Stout 60 South Main Street Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 908-283-0806 www.chefjoeisonthego.com

Solsbury Hill Scoop Shoppe and Bakery Lauren Glaser Allentown, PA 18104 610-762-4740 www.solsburyhillscoopshoppe.com

Vegan Treats Danielle Konya 1444 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-861-7660 www.vegantreats.com

Clusters Handcrafted Popcorn Jules Sghiatti 530 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-849-2576 www.clusterspopcorn.com

Sonia's Sweet Inspirations Carl Tirella 927 North 9th Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-664-6686 www.soniassweetinspirations.com

Wild & Free Bakery Connie Hoffman Slatington, PA 18080 570-249-7345

Gannon's Gourmet at the Allentown Farmer's Market Danielle Gannon 1825 Chew Street Allentown, PA 18104 610-776-7670

Stehly Bakery eat Anthony Stehly 299 Industrial Drive Nazareth, PA 18064 484-619-7840 Stroudsmoor Inn Towne Andrew Forte 125 Broad Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-517-0663 www.stroudsmoor.com Sweet As Sugar Desserts, LLC Christiane Boirard 1128 Norfolk Road Tobyhanna, PA 18466 718-564-4470 www.sweetassugardesserts.info Sweet Girlz Bakery Kari Alvaro 40 North Third Street Easton, PA 18042 610-829-1030 www.sweetgirlzpa.com Sweets N Savories Cathy Huber 560 Seip Avenue Nazareth , PA 18064 610-365-8051 www.sweetsnsavories.com Think Pink Nights Bakery Susan Mattes Bostian 452 Manor Drive Nazareth, PA 18064 610-417-2448 www.thinkpinknights.com

CATERING, MOBILE FOOD TRUCKS, & PERSONAL CHEF Ateira's on First 130 South First Street Lehighton, PA 18235 844-610-3663 www.ateiras.com Atomic Hogs Pit BBQ and Catering, LLC Harold Wentz Effort, PA 18353 570-350-5607 www.atomichogspitbbq.com Bady's Grove & Catering Service Patrick Smull 104 Bady Lane Wind Gap, PA 18091 610-863-5751 www.BadysGrove.com Bananarama Shannon Van Wert Allentown, PA 18104 610-360-9456 www.bananaramasundae.com Cathy's Creative Catering Cathy Roberts-Bodisch 752 Front Street Catasauqua, PA 18032 610-443-0670 www.cathyscreativecatering.com Chefece Catering LLC Cherece Stephenson Bethlehem, PA 18020 4845485914 www.chefece.com

Graze Craze Allentown Jeanne Kuchta 4612 Broadway Allentown, PA 18104 610-871-1734 www.grazecraze.com Greek Street Harry Parashos 469 Union Boulevard Allentown, PA 18109 Grumpy's Bar-B-Que Roadhouse Mike Grimm 3000 Mauch Chunk Road Allentown, PA 18104 610-769-4600 www.grumpysbbq.net Hausbar Beth van Horn Bethlehem, PA 18017 484-809-6109 www.hausbar.us Heaven On A Bun, Inc. Jack Sinnitz Bethlehem, PA 18015 610-691-6504 www.heavenonabun.com Ma's Crepes & Cakes by Ma's Fresh Foods Melissa Martinez 44 West Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 484-982-6529 Mon and Mel’s Sweet Scoops Ice Cream Truck Melissa Snyder Nazareth, PA 18064 484-866-7819 www.monandmelsweetscoops.com

Take a Taco George Pitsilos Allentown, PA 18104 610-393-7100 www.takeatacofoodtruck.com The Backyard Bar Co. Mallory Richards Hellertown, PA 18055 484-554-1891 www.thebackyardbarco.com The Mellow Kitchen Andrea Moretti Forks Township, PA 18040 610-559-4738 www.themellowkitchen.net UnCommon Grounds Mobile Cafe Michelle Keil Weissport, PA 18235 484-632-7452 www.uncommongroundsmobilecafe.com COFFEE AND TEA, COFFEE ROASTERS, AND COFFEE SHOPS Art Beat Studio & Cafe Joanne Kensinger 432-434 State Avenue Emmaus, PA 18049 610-421-6990 Bella Bean Coffee Shop Cynthia Morsy Soliman 6 South Broad Street Nazareth, PA 18064 661-316-2628 www.bellabeanbaraboom.com Bitty & Beau's Coffee Colleen Dorsey 74 West Broad Street Suite 130 Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-225-8358 www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com Blue Line Compliance LLC Chuck Werkheiser Nazareth, PA 18064 484-221-5178 www.bluelinecompliancellc.net Red Door Coffee Roaster LLC Jaquelyn Hall-Yurasits 4907 Route 309 Center Valley, PA 18034 610-360-0440 www.reddoorroaster.com

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July Featured Industry Guide

Salvaged Sip Anna Sullivan 39 South Main Street Phillipsburg, NJ 8865 908-892-8681 The Joint Coffee Co. - Bethlehem Tito Negron 77 West Broad Street 18c (Sun Inn Courtyard) Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-419-9237 www.thejointcoffee.com The Joint Coffee Co. - Whitehall Tito Negron 904 Lehigh Valley Lifestyle Center Whitehall, PA 18052 610-443-0724 www.thejointcoffee.com

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EASTON AREA

CHAMBER SEEN!

Photos from Easton Commercial Real Estate Open House & Tour on June 7th at Easton City Hall

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PHILLIPSBURG AREA PHILLIPSBURG AREA CHAMBER Ed Bullock, Bullock Financial Services Chair, Phillipsburg Area Chamber

Sometimes the finale is actually the start of a new beginning.

We have just participated with the Easton Chamber for the Annual Treats and Trophies Awards and are proud of the Phillipsburg recipients, McWane Ductile, accepted by a fabulous volunteer, Kelly Bray who is ever present in Phillipsburg, along with the Kays family (specifically Dottie and Phil Kays) who have done so much for our town for decades. Here in Phillipsburg, we have just finalized our Fiscal Year.

But we are beginning the fun part of the year. Of course, who doesn’t love Summer, and Summer in Phillipsburg is a great time for music and fun.

On June 22, we held our Ole Towne Festival at Walters Park. The bands were playing, people were dancing and the food and games were abundant.

Beginning on July 11th we will celebrate the 5th year of our Music in the Park Series at the quaint Shappell Park for a 10-week series of some of the best bands from the Lehigh Valley. To all of our fellow members of the “Greatest” Lehigh Valley Chamber.. Enjoy the Summer, enjoy life, your families, and communities.

Every day is a new beginning.

The Phillipsburg Chamber of Commerce presents...

PHILLIPSBURG'S SHAPPELL PARK CONCERT SERIES

Thursday evenings • July 11 - September 12, 2024

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DIVERSITY COUNCILS

HALO MEET & WEDNESDAY

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July 17, 2024 | 5:30PM-7:30PM

Helping And Leading Others

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Join the LGBTQ Business Council for an evening that fosters collaboration and empowerment!

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CHAMBER SEEN!

Photos from Lehigh Valley Women's Summit on June 5th at Wind Creek Bethlehem

WEDNESDAY

Urbano Mexican Kitchen & Bar (526 Main Street, Bethlehem)

Join the Young Professionals Council to connect & network!

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Save the Dates

WOMEN2WOMEN

Hispanic Chamber Annual Awards Gala Friday, September 13, 2024

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COURSE

Da Vinci Science Center

Now accepting applications for class of 2025 Tap into your full potential Be empowered professionally and personally Get connected to local, influential leaders Develop leadership skills for your future self

815 W. Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101

LGBTQ Annual Awards Gala Friday, October 18, 2024 The Centennial Catering & Conference Center at Homewood Suites, Center Valley

African American Business Leaders Annual Awards Gala Saturday, November 23, 2024 Aster Event Center 621 Grange Road Allentown, PA 18106

Scan the QR code to download the application form!

For more info daniellej@lehighvalleychamber.org

Join us in welcoming our 24-25 Chairs!

Marilyn Kelly-Cavotta

Jessica VanHorn

PA Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Capital Blue Cross

Co-Chair, DEI Collaborative Chair, Veterans & Military Council

Co-Chair, DEI Collaborative

New Board Members!

LGBTQ Business Council: Vincent Chrepta, Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem Women’s Business Council: Crystal Agyei, The Missing Piece Coach Jessica Bargilione, HNL Lab Medicine

Keela Vincent

AJ Suero

Family Connnection of Easton

PPL Corporation

Chair, African American Business Leaders Council

Chair, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Lyn Hufton Berkshire Hathaway Chair, LGBTQ Business Council

Amresse Farrow, Bethlehem Area Public Library Katie Santana, ASR Media Hannah Votta Coleman, Joyful Giving & Joyfuls

Flo Scott

PNC Bank Chair, Women’s Business Council

Young Professionals Council: Mykayla Biechy, PSECU

Marissa Winter Lehigh University Chair, Young Professionals Council

Sarah Bowbliss, American Heart Association

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CHAMBER SEEN! on June 12th at DeSales University

Photos from the Veterans Leadership Summit

The 2024 Veterans Leadership Summit, presented by The Veterans & Military Council of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is a groundbreaking event designed to celebrate and empower veterans in the business community. Held on June 12th, 2024, at DeSales University, this inaugural summit aims to foster innovation and collaboration among veteran entrepreneurs, student veterans, HR leaders, recruiters, and business owners who are dedicated to hiring and retaining veteran talent.

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AFFILIATED CHAMBERS

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GREATER NORTHERN LEHIGH & WESTERN LEHIGH CHAMBERS

CHAMBER SEEN! Photos from Prototek Luncheon on May 22nd at Prototek Digital Manufacturing

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EAST PENN CHAMBER & EMMAUS MAIN STREET PARTNERS EAST PENN AREA CHAMBER Chad Balliet, South Mountain Cycle Chair, East Penn Area Chamber

I am honored to step into the role of Chair, and I am enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead. As a small business owner and an elected community leader, I understand the importance of successful organizations like this and the significant impact they can have. This year, we are working towards having an exciting lineup of events aimed at professional development, community engagement, and networking. Additionally, I am particularly looking forward to new fundraising opportunities for the scholarship fund, which will help

support the educational aspirations of deserving individuals from the East Penn School District.

From our annual planning session to various ribbon cuttings and social gatherings, we will aim to provide valuable experiences for all members. We also plan to focus on increasing our membership to broaden our reach and impact. I look forward to working with each of you to make this a successful and impactful year.

CHAMBER SEEN! Photos from Drinks and Desserts Pairing on May 16th at Weis Markets - Macungie

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SOUTHERN LEHIGH & WHITEHALL AREA CHAMBERS WHITEHALL AREA CHAMBER Lorraine Faccenda, Holcim Chair, Whitehall Area Chamber

Hello, everyone, welcome to the Whitehall Area Chamber! I am your newly elected Whitehall Chair. I have been involved with this board, as well as other Chamber boards for years. I am excited to take on this role and positively lead and impact Whitehall for my term.

Things have been in full swing here! We have been welcoming new members, hosting networking events, and adding new faces to the Board.

We welcomed some new faces in Budget Store and Lock! We also celebrated Holcim 125th year anniversary. The community came out in great numbers

to support. In late April, we hosted our annual Catty Eats Fest. We had a great turnout of vendors, activities, and of course a big crowd. We are already looking forward to next years. In May we hosted our first Valley Trivia Night at the newly renovated Ramada, it was a great time seeing some new faces.

We are excited for the upcoming months and our annual Clay Shoot! Come on out and be a part of the fun. Whether you are participating as a business or for fun, we are looking forward to seeing you at an upcoming event! Reach out to our great team to get involved.

CHAMBER SEEN!

Photos from Lehigh Valley Trivia Night on May 30th at the Ramada By Wyndham

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HELLERTOWN-LOWER SAUCON & GREATER NORTHAMPTON AREA CHAMBERS

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NAZARETH AREA CHAMBER

CHAMBER SEEN!

Photos from Nazareth Food Truck Festival on June 8th

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CARBON & POCONO CHAMBERS

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Putting Off Eye Care Can Be Shortsighted You’ve probably heard the expression “the eyes are the window to your soul.” But did you know your eyes also can offer a glimpse into your overall health?

Symptoms of serious medical conditions like diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, vitamin deficiencies, and even certain types of cancer sometimes can be spotted in a routine eye exam.

“In many ways, our eyes can act as an early warning system,” said Dr. Jeremy Wigginton, Chief Medical Officer at Capital Blue Cross. “Things like blurred vision, red or itchy eyes, or light sensitivity should never be ignored, because they might be signs of serious and preventable health issues.”

Of course, routine eye exams also can help diagnose and correct common vision problems, making it safer to do daily tasks like driving and improving the overall quality of life.

Uncorrected vision issues aren’t merely an inconvenience – they can affect your productivity and overall quality of life. A study by Prevent Blindness, a Chicago-based eye health organization, predicted the nation’s price tag for vision problems, counting medical treatments and productivity losses, could reach $384 billion annually by 2032 and $717 billion by 2050.

Having and using vision benefits can help cut those losses. HCMS Group, a risk management firm, found employers with stand-alone

vision benefits saved $5.8 billion in reduced healthcare costs over a fouryear span. Those savings resulted from lower turnover rates and lower-than-expected productivity losses tied to vision problems.

Savings also were seen from early detection and treatment of potentially costly medical issues. That’s because comprehensive eye exams provide a non-invasive view of blood vessels and the optic nerve, both of which can provide early warning signals for other health problems.

The HCMS study also found that 34% of new diabetes cases, 39% of new high blood pressure cases, and 63% of new high cholesterol cases were first detected through eye exams. Undetected, those conditions can lead to extremely costly, long-term medical interventions.

Most vision care plans, such as Capital Blue Cross Vision, cover some or all the costs for routine eye exams, eyeglass frames, and contact lenses.

“Even if you think your eyesight is fine, checking in with an eye doctor is a smart move,” Dr Wigginton said.

“You might have vision issues that aren’t readily apparent, or other medical issues affecting your eyes that you can act on early to prevent them from becoming more serious.”

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Member News Trans-Bridge Lines, the region’s leading motorcoach company, has announced that it recently completed its 2024 Safety Week event.

Employees attended a week-long series of sessions on all aspects of safety which included presentations, demonstrations, and hands-on training. Safety Week was held at the company’s Industrial Drive, Bethlehem location, and the Port Authority Bus Terminal’s Times Square Hall room. Safety Week continues Trans-Bridge Lines’ ongoing commitment to safety in every situation and a dedication to employees, passengers, and the communities they serve.

all day on weekends. The teams are from Bucks, Montgomery, and Lehigh Counties. They are made up of outstanding young athletes with a passion for baseball. Prior to the tournament the PA State All-Star game will be held on June 29, and the Lehigh Valley Connie Mack League will hold its All-Star game on July 13. Every night of competition the lights will be on at Limeport Stadium, the PA Field of Dreams, with a backdrop of a cornfield and a 485’ center field fence.

All these events will bring families to the Lehigh Valley and the 91-year-old brick & steel structure maintained by loyal volunteers.

Touchstone Theatre, the region’s only ensemble-based theatre, presents Fresh Voices: Land of the Lockdown, Home of the Active Shooter– a new, two-person show created and performed by Touchstone Theatre/Moravian University MFA students Amber Charest and Jenny Pacanowski.

In this immersive performance, audience members will experience what it is like to be a student in America today. The original performance premieres on June 1 and 2, 2024 in Touchstone Theatre’s 75-seat black box theatre, located on Bethlehem’s Southside.

QNB Bank Hires and Names Jenna Breiner to Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager at Its Quakertown Commons Office. Jenna Breiner was recently hired and named Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager at the Quakertown Commons Office inside the GIANT Food Store.

In her role, Jenna is responsible for all aspects of branch management, including staff development, new business development, and supporting community and customer relationships.

Lehigh County Agricultural Society, the owner and operator of The Great Allentown Fair, is excited to announce the complete 2024 Service Electric Grandstand Stage lineup, HEART with special guest Cheap Trip on August 28, Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour on August 29, Brad Paisley with special guest George Birge on August 30, Pentatonix on August 31, Jeff Dunham on September 1 and the Labor Day tradition the J&J Demolition Derby on September 2. Tickets are on sale for all these show, visit the Allentown Fair’s website at AllentownFairPA.org or stop by the Fair Box Office on Thursdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Recently FASTSIGNS of Easton sent two technicians to Watchfire training to become certified in installing and servicing their Digital Messaging Boards. Watchfire is a leader in digital advertising and FASTSIGNS of Easton is now certified to support their exterior and interior products.

Comcast Business increased Internet speeds for customers, nationwide, at no additional cost.

Comcast Business announced the introduction of its fastest Internet plans yet – Ultimate Speed for Business – with up to triple the speeds. Additionally, Comcast Business announced the roll-out of next-generation multi-gigabit symmetrical business Internet speeds, powered by Full Duplex technology, in select markets.

The Best of the Best will be crowned at Limeport Stadium on Saturday August 3 after 10 days of highly competitive play starting July 25. The teams of the Connie Mack League will face off in a baseball tournament that includes 2 games every evening at 4:00 and 7:00, as well as

The latest edition of the Conversations with KidsPeace podcast notes the one-year anniversary of the opening of the Hope Center for Youth & Family Crisis in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. The joint venture between KidsPeace and Alliance Health launched its “behavioral health urgent care (BHUC)” program last June, and on the podcast Executive Director Tammy Margeson and Customer Relations Liaison Michele Chassner discuss the growth of the service and its acceptance in the community it serves – as well as the possibility that the BHUC model could be duplicated in other communities.

ArtsQuest is excited to announce its new partnership with Vet Tix, an organization that supports troops by honoring their service and providing tickets to events which may help to reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. Thanks to Vet Tix and our sponsors D.G. Yuengling & Sons and Bazella Works, all branches of currently serving military and veterans, as well as immediate family of those killed in action, will be eligible to receive free tickets for a variety of ArtsQuest events.

Members of the Jim Thorpe Rotary Club, a club with a rich history of service, will gather at a special dinner on Thursday, June 20th at 5:30 PM at Café Arielle at the Stabin Museum in Jim Thorpe to mark a significant milestone - the 100th anniversary of their club. In addition to current and past club members, Rotary District executives, local elected officials, and special guests will also be on hand to help commemorate this momentous occasion. A cash bar cocktail hour will begin at 5:30 PM; remarks and dinner will begin at 6:30 PM. St. Luke’s University Health Network held its annual All-Star Awards Show on WFMZ-TV Channel 69 on Thursday, June 13. Recognizing the region’s top scholastic and youth club athletes, coaches and teams, St. Luke’s presented awards in eight categories during our live broadcast from 7 - 8 pm. The awards show was held at Notre Dame Green Pond (NDGP) in Bethlehem Township. WFMZ Sports Director Dan Moscaritolo and Sports Anchor Jim Vaughn of “The Big Ticket” again served as hosts. Our special guest and presenter for the night was St. Luke’s Community Ambassador Chanelle Price, world champion middle distance runner. Fox Sports’ own Mike Raymond, host of St. Luke’s Sports Round Up, MC’d the event for the second year in a row.

The Garibaldi Group Welcomes Michael Bartolacci to NAI Summit Office, Expanding his Role in the Lehigh Valley. Following the acquisition of NAI Summit that was announced last month, today The Garibaldi Group is excited to announce that Senior Vice President Michael Bartolacci will join the NAI Summit office. While retaining his New Jersey real estate license with The Garibaldi Group, Mr. Bartolacci will transfer his Pennsylvania license to NAI Summit, continuing his impactful tenure and service as a leading representative and strategist in the Lehigh Valley. As a lifelong resident of the Lehigh Valley with over 30 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry, Mr. Bartolacci has established himself as a cornerstone in the local market.

Since opening The Garibaldi Group’s Bethlehem office in 2001, he has been the sole flag bearer in the company in the Lehigh Valley.

Peoples Financial Services Corp. ("Peoples")(Nasdaq: PFIS) and FNCB Bancorp, Inc. ("FNCB") (Nasdaq: FNCB) today announced receipt of all required regulatory approvals or waivers necessary to complete the previously announced merger of FNCB with and into Peoples, with Peoples as the surviving corporation, pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of September 27, 2023, by and between Peoples and FNCB. The merger is expected to close on July 1, 2024, pending satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

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