July 2026 Connections

GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

JULY 2026

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CHAMBER NIGHT

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TUESDAY, $ 4 9 P e r P e r s o n i n c l u d e s : SEPTember - A p p e t i z e r s , d r i n k t i c k e t, a n d g a m e

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Networking starts at 4:30 PM Game starts at 6:45 PM

Network, connect, and cheer on the Lehigh Valley IronPigs!

R e g i s t e r t o d ay at: web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events Sponsorships are available! Contact Gina at ginam@lehighvalleychamber.org

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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 & HR 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 Paige Nicholas ...........................610-737-0565 VP, Member Relations & Development 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 Joseph Groves..............................610-349-8226 Chamber Health Marketplace benefits@thechamberhealthmarketplace.com Public Policy/External Affairs & Business Matters Denise Maiatico..........................610-730-4002 Vice President, Public Policy & External Affairs denisem@lehighvalleychamber.org Isabelle Jabbour..........................610-810-6412 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

Easton Area & Warren County Astrid Pena....................................484-264-6630 Manager, Easton Area Chamber & Warren County Council astridp@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, Chambers of Commerce jessicao@lehighvalleychamber.org Caitlin Hamlin-Myers...............610-739-1520 AVP, Affiliated Chambers caitlinh@lehighvalleychamber.org Emily Sewilo..................................484-834-7868 Manager, Affiliated Chambers (GNLCC & NACC) emilys@lehighvalleychamber.org Hayden Rinde ............................484-828-9777 AVP, Affiliated Chambers (EMSP, EPCC, SLCC, WACC & WLCC) haydenr@lehighvalleychamber.org Chloe Krempasky .....................610-739-1273 Manager, Affiliated Chambers (EMSP, EPCC, SLCC, WACC & WLCC) chloek@lehighvalleychamber.org Northern Tier (Carbon County and Pocono Area) Kylie Adams-Weiss ..................484-548-4090 SVP, Carbon Chamber & Economic Development kyliea@lehighvalleychamber.org Maura Walker...........................484-943-9669 Program Coordinator, Carbon Chamber & Economic Development mwalker@carboncountychamber.org Jared Soto .................................. 484-274-2080 Economic Development Specialist, CCEDC jsoto@carboncountychamber.org Sarah Wallace...............................484-547-8551 Director, Pocono Chamber sarahw@lehighvalleychamber.org Sierra LeFurgy..............................610-295-9047 Assistant Manager, Pocono Chamber sierral@lehighvalleychamber.org Lindsey Dedics.............................484-280-3024 Coordinator, Pocono Chamber lindseyd@lehighvalleychamber.org

Laurie Hackett Chair, The Chamber

July always feels like a month made for celebration — because of fireworks, sunshine days, community gatherings, and family parties. It feels especially fitting that this month’s Connections issue is shining a light on something worth celebrating all year long: the companies and nonprofits across the Lehigh Valley that are marking anniversaries.

Whether your business is celebrating one year or five, twenty or fifty, an anniversary is more than a date on a calendar. It’s a milestone of perseverance and success as well as a testament to vision and courage of those organizations! We honor the courage it takes our Chamber partners to open their doors — and keep them open — in a world where things are changing so fast.

Anniversaries also tell the story of the incredible Lehigh Valley people who show up every day to serve custom-

ers, support families, create jobs, and strengthen our region.

Every anniversary tells a story worth hearing. For a business celebrating a one-year anniversary it says: We did it!

A five‑year anniversary says: We think we are on to something! A twenty‑year anniversary says: We made it through because of our hard work and commitment. And the companies celebrating fifty, seventy‑five, or even one hundred years remind us of the importance of legacy and that it is built one day, one customer and one relationship at a time.

These anniversaries matter because every Chamber member matters. Your commitment makes the Lehigh Valley such a special place where people want to live, work, and build their future.

Happy Anniversary and here’s to many more!

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

Chambers of Commerce Allentown Area Chamber & Downtown Allentown Business Alliance Brittney Ciardi ............................484-828-9765 Senior VP, Allentown Initiatives brittneyc@lehighvalleychamber.org Emily Brosky ...............................484-226-6323 Manager, Allentown Initiatives emilyb@lehighvalleychamber.org Liz Martin .....................................484-553-6834 Allentown Chamber Associate lizm@lehighvalleychamber.org Bethlehem Chamber & Downtown Bethlehem Association Tammy Wendling.......................610-739-1775 Senior VP, Bethlehem Initiatives tammyw@lehighvalleychamber.org Ty Versocki....................................610-739-3385 Manager, Downtown Bethlehem Association tyv@lehighvalleychamber.org Evelyn Caron.................................610-810-7841 Assistant Manager, Downtown Bethlehem Association evelync@lehighvalleychamber.org

CHAMBER BOARD OF GOVERNORS

22nd SEASON! TUNE in Monday Nights at 7:30!

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Board of Governors Executive Committee Chair, Laurie Hackett Tony Iannelli, The Chamber, President & CEO Vice Chair, Bret Ludlow, Liquid Treasurer, Donna LoStocco, First Commonwealth FCU Secretary, Marilyn Kelly-Cavotta, PA Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Counsel, Buddy Lesavoy, Lesavoy Butz & Seitz LLC Imm. Past Chair, Tom Groves, Equinox Paul Anthony, IBEW 375 Krista Berardelli, Agentis Plumbing Marta Boulos JeBran, Crayola Michael Butz, Alvin H. Butz, Inc. Raul Echevarria, T-Mobile for Business Lou Fromm, Fromm John Hayes, New Tripoli Bank Kristin Keenan, Keenan-Nagle Advertising Andrew Lawler, Barry Isett & Associates Mary Lisicky, Morgan Stanley Sarah Finney-Miller, NAI Summit Tom Stoudt, LV International Airport

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Saturday, July 4

10-11:30am - Heritage Day (Free Event) Wednesday, July 8

Wednesday, July 15

11:30am-1pm - Somos Latinas Luncheon hosted by the Hispanic Chamber

12-1:30pm - Jim Thorpe Rotary's "Historic Jim Thorpe Walking Tours" Season Kickoff Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (Free Event)

5:30-7:30pm - Celebrity Bartending, Fundraising Mixer

4-6pm - Visions Federal Credit Union - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening Celebration (Free Event)

5-6pm - Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Saucon Valley Dental (Free Event)

Thursday, July 16

Saturday, July 18

5-7pm - Mix & Mingle with LeTip (Free Event) Thursday, July 9

11am-4pm - Belvidere Street Festival: Celebrating the Spirit of America in Belvidere (Free Event)

5-7pm - Rooted in Relationship: Designing Communities that support well-being presented by the Women's Business Council 6:30-7:30pm - Ribbon Cutting Celebration for LovelyyFaces Spa Lounge (Free Event)

6-8pm - Music in the Park Concert Series: The Weekenders (Free Event)

Sunday, July 19

Tuesday, July 21

3:30-6:30pm - Victory Recovery Homes Ribbon Cutting (Free Event)

12-1pm - Digital Bootcamp (Part 2): Creating Consistent Content (A CCEDC Virtual Lunch & Learn)

Saturday, July 11

Friday, July 24

5-9pm - Upper Saucon Township's America 250 Event Sunday, July 12 - Saturday, July 18

HLSC Summer Restaurant Week Sunday, July 12

12-5pm - American250: A Bethlehem Block Party (Free Event) Tuesday, July 14

5-7pm - Carbon Chamber Open House & Membership Appreciation Reception (Free Event) Thursday, August 6

4-5pm - Maximize Your Membership A Member Benefits Review (Free Event) 5-7pm - Networking at Notch (Free Event) Monday, August 10

11am-7pm - Bethlehem Walla Gazoo Golf Tournament Tuesday, August 11

12-6pm - Carbon County Community Festival (Free Event)

Friday, July 10

Thursday, July 30

6-8pm - Scott Marshall Band - Upper Saucon Township's Summer Concert Series (Free Event) Saturday, July 25

12-7pm - Martin on Main (Free Event)

11am - 1pm - Mapping the Future: Planning, Land Use & Economic Development (CCEDC Economic Development Series Part III) Wednesday, August 12

1-6pm - Allentown's Back to School Bash (Free Event) Thursday, August 13

8:30-10am - Coffee & Community presented by the Women's Business Council Friday, August 14

6-8pm - Craig Thatcher Band - Upper Saucon Township's Summer Concert Series (Free Event)

Wednesday, July 29

5:30-7:30pm - 10th Annual William George Mini Golf Outing & Membership Picnic (Free Event)

5:30-6:30pm - Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Get Joy Ice Cream (Free Event) 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!

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UNVEILING NEW BEGINNINGS! Recent Ribbon Cuttings & Celebrations!

Becky's Drive-In - Celebrating 80 Years!

4548 Lehigh Drive, Walnutport PA 18088

LV Comic Convention - Celebrating 25 Years!

Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex (Expo Center)

PCFLV Opening of “The Family Room” 4501 Crackersport Road, Allentown PA 18104

Celebrating a grand opening or anniversary?

Contact Paige Nicholas at paigen@lehighvalleychamber.org

Ultimate Relaxation 90 90 Watson Park Blvd., Lehighton PA

Heritage Point Group 5100 West Tilghman Street, Suite 211, Allentown, PA 18104

Keystone Financial Management Celebrating 25 years!

112 South Broad Street, Nazareth PA 18064

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UPCOMING

GOLF OUTINGS Monday, August 10 Bethlehem Chamber Walla Gazoo Bethlehem Golf Club Wednesday, September 16 Carbon Chamber Annual Sturm Cup Jack Frost National Golf Club

Friday, September 18 Two Rivers Golf Outing Riverview Country Club

Sponsorship opportunities are available!

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

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Business Milestones!

Lafayette College - 200 Years Taylor Wiseman & Taylor - 125 Years The State Theatre - 100 Years Gross McGinley - 50 Years 69 WFMZ-TV - 50 Years Patient First - 45 Years Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival - 35 Years Crayola Experience - 30 Years Lehigh Valley Comic Convention - 25 Years Utility Refund Solutions, Inc. - 25 Years Liquid Marketing - 20 Years Dreamcatcher Career Coaching, LLC - 5 Years Glisten Up Cleaning Services - 5 Years Is your business celebrating a milestone? Submit them to Paige and Frank at paigen@lehighvalleychamber.org and frankf@lehighvalleychamber.org

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Advocacy, Government Relations, Lobbying Services

Make Voters the Donors Macungie, PA 18062 484-632-3137 www.mkevotersthedonors.org Author

Reggie Hockenberry Author of In The Trenches Easton, PA 18040 610-730-5052 www.reggiehockenberry.com

Coaching

LSG Associates, LLC Laurie Gery Allentown, PA 18103 610-216-2639 www.LaurieGery.com Consulting Services & Training

Beeline Advisory, LLC Bridget Horn Allentown, PA 18103 610-216-6088 www.beeline-advisory.com

Automobile Sales, Service & Repairs

Counseling and Therapy

Dean Carter Chevrolet Sarah Balut 1476 US 209 Brodheadsvillem, PA 18322 570-992-0200 www.deancarterchevy.com

Healing Path Psychology Allentown Stephen Sell 2200 Hamilton Street, Suite 308 Allentown, PA 18104 610-320-2366 www.healingstep.com

Business Consultants, Developers & Incubators

Search Light Capital LLC Dev Joseph Kapoor Bethlehem, PA 18017 917-583-6796 Cigars & Smoking Accessories

Famous Cigars Sean Brown 90 Mort Drive Easton, PA 18040 610-559-8800 www.famous-smoke.com Cleaning & Janitorial Services, Equipment, Restoration & Bio-Hazard Remediation

Lehigh Valley Cleaning Services Ali Ayala 35 East Elizabeth Avenue, Suite 31 Bethlehem, PA 18018 484-426-7366 www.lehighvalleycleaningservices. com Star Building Services Brian Miller 106 Quigley Boulevard New Castle, DE 19720 302-324-1600 www.sbsclean.com

Healing Path Psychology Bethlehem Stephen Sell 35 E Elizabeth Avenue, Suite 208 Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-320-2366 www.healingstep.com Dentists, Oral Surgeons & Orthodontists

Saucon Valley Dental Jeffrey Wert 1152 Main Street Hellertown, PA 18055 610-748-7001 www.sauconvalleydental.com Digital Marketing Services

Marketing Management Solutions Jill Kahlenberg 113 Eagle Breeze Road Paupack, PA 18451 215-262-0419 www.marketingms.net

Financial Services

Prosperity Project Financial Nicole Parra 638 South Avenue Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 707-208-1359 Golf Courses, Pro Shops, and Instruction

Morgan Hill Golf Course CJ Stucy 100 Clubhouse Drive Easton, PA 18042 610-923-8480 www.theclubatmorganhill.com Government Agencies and Authorities

PA Department Of The Treasury Juana Gutierrez 613 North Drive Finance Building Room G-06 Harrisburg, PA 17120 717-574-7821 www.patreasury.gov

Hospitals, Clinics & Medical Groups

The Spring Haus Lisa Jacob Bethlehem, PA 18015 835-201-4428 www.thespringhaus.com Insurance

Epic Insurance Brokers & Consultants Michael Stocker 74 West Broad Street 4th Floor # 452 Bethlehem, PA 18018 610-730-7671 www.epicbrokers.com Manufacturing Services

Atlantic Battery Systems Inc. Maryanne Quara 1365 Strykers Road Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 973-523-5151 www.atbatsys.com

Health & Wellness Products and Services

Paving, Sealing Contractors, Street & Power Sweeping

ABA Centers of Pennsylvania Craig Berdini 3477 Corporate Parkway, Suite 100 Center Valley, PA 18034 484-952-0367 www.abacenterspa.com

Conte Paving & Construction Allentown Rich Conte 941 Marcon Boulevard 1st Floor, 801 Allentown, PA 18109 610-439-9864 www.contepave.com/allentown

Balanced Life Chiropractic Jill Konosky 134 Pilgrim Way Brodheadsville, PA 18322 570-992-7626 www.blchiro.org Jair-V ABA Services Valerie K Arrindell 3347 Corporate Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 610-709-4035 www.jair-v.com

Exterminators

Home Care- Non Medical

Sting Operation Pest Control Carlos Roman 5555 Hamilton Boulevard Suite 3 Allentown, PA 18106 484-866-5902 www.stingoperationpestcontrol. com

The Caring Connection Jonathan Williams 3550 Freemansburg Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18020 610-882-9131 www.caringconnectionhomecare. com

Restaurants, Bars & Cafes

La Familia Kitchen Sandy Moran 111 South Street, # B Lehighton, PA 18235 484-629-9882 Leaf Restaurant & Cigar Bar Sean Brown 90 Mort Drive Easton, PA 18040 610-559-8800 www.leafcigarbar.com Wonder Ty Konrad 3060 Center Valley Parkway St. 802 Center Valley, PA 18034 855-818-5755 www.wonder.com/order

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Retail Sales

Red Wing Shoes Carmelo Caban 1828 Airport Road Allentown, PA 18109 610-821-8950 www.redwingshoes.com Screen Printing and Embroidery

Divine Apparel Zachary Nye Easton, PA 18045 570-807-6553 www.heisdivine.com Social Services

Path to Peace Evelyn Robles 100 Eaglesmere Circle, Suite 200C East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-534-4869 www.pathtopeacepa.org Sports Teams & Facilities

Greater Lehigh Valley Athletics Keri Neidig 1540 Thompson Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18017 610-674-3521 www.glvathletics.com Transportation

No Sweat Service Group Kayla Sep 2709 Pottsville Minersville Highway Pottsville, PA 17901 570-391-1882 Travel Agencies & Cruise Discounters

TravelWorld Alan Kline 601 Market Street Kingston, PA 18604 570-288-9321 Www.asktravelworld.com Web Design, Consulting & Hosting

Workbench SEO Alex Kim 6457 Middleton Lane New Hope, PA 18938 616-834-6454 www.workbenchseo.com

Youth Development

Student Voice Initiative Kim Finnerty Allentown, PA 18104 610-663-4932 www.voiceinitiative.org

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ALLENTOWN AREA

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AMBASSADORS & SMALL BUSINESS COUNCILS

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PUBLIC POLICY HEALTHCARE COMMITTEE Ashley Kratzsch, Seltzer Group Partners Healthcare Committee Member

How Prescription Drug Costs Are Driving Healthcare Spending Health insurance costs are expected to increase by at least 6.5% this year, with rising pharmacy expenses playing a major role. Several factors are driving these increases. · GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, are among the top contributors due to their growing popularity for treating diabetes and obesity.

Without insurance coverage, these medications can cost approximately $1,000 per month. In response to the rising expense, many insurance carriers have reduced or eliminated coverage for weight-loss use. One of the leading manufacturers, Eli Lilly and Company, is expanding its presence locally with a new campus in Upper Macungie.

· Specialty medications used to treat chronic and complex conditions also carry significant price tags, often ranging from $2,000 to more than $10,000 per month. To help offset these costs, more FDA-approved biosimilars are entering the market. Biosimilars are highly similar versions of existing biologic drugs designed to provide comparable effectiveness at a lower cost. Humira is one example of a specialty medication that now has several biosimilar alternatives available.

As new therapies and high-cost medications continue to enter the market, pharmacy spending is expected to remain a key driver of insurance premium increases heading into 2027.

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NONPROFIT & BUSINESS PARTNERS COUNCIL & CHAMBER FOUNDATION

Main Street Grant Reception Thursday, September 10

5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.

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DIVERSITY COUNCILS

Save the Dates

CELEBRITY

BARTENDING

Fundraiser!

JULY 15, 2026 5:30 PM -7:30 PM

COUNTRY CLUB BREWING, BETHLEHEM

Hispanic Chamber Annual Awards Gala Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 6:00 - 10:00 PM ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015

LGBTQ Annual Awards Gala Friday, October 16, 2026 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM Location to be announced

Raise a Glass for a Great Cause!

Join the Young Professionals Council in support the YPC Scholarship Fund—10% of every drink purchase benefits the cause!

African American Business Leaders Annual Awards Gala

Plus, enjoy delicious eats from the Rory Rooster Food Truck!

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6:00 - 10:00 PM Location to be announced

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For more info daniellej@lehighvalleychamber.org

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DIVERSITY COUNCILS Your Chairs and Co-Chairs of the Diversity Councils!

African American Business Leaders Council Keela Vincent, Chair Family Connection of Easton Crystal Williams, Vice Chair New Bethany Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Yamelisa J. Taveras, Chair Counseling Solutions of the Lehigh Valley Dan Lopez, Vice Chair Members 1st Federal Credit Union LGBTQ Business Council Lyn Hufton, Chair Better Homes and Gardens Valley Partners Donald Flad, Vice Chair Edge Restaurant Veterans & Military Council Alexander Alex, Chair LVMAC Rob Opp, Vice Chair U.S. Army Premier Sealcoating Women’s Business Council Katarah Jordan, Chair Boys & Girls Club of Allentown Dannah Hartman, Vice Chair Valley Health Partners Young Professionals Council Alex Knauss, Chair Capital Blue Cross Molly MacDonald, Vice Chair Altitude Marketing

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DIVERSITY COUNCILS

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AFFILIATED CHAMBERS

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GREATER NORTHERN LEHIGH & WESTERN LEHIGH CHAMBERS

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EAST PENN CHAMBER & EMMAUS MAIN STREET PARTNERS EMMAUS MAIN STREET PARTNERS Mandy Suro, Seven Generations Charter School Chair, Emmaus Main Street Partners

Emmaus Main Street Partners had an incredible year dedicated to bringing people together, supporting our local businesses, and creating opportunities that strengthen the heart of our community. This summer, we were thrilled to host our annual Emmaus Main Street Partners Golf Classic on June 22.

The event brought together longtime supporters, community leaders, and many new members who joined us for a day of networking and fun on the course. We were especially excited to welcome new faces and introduce them to the Emmaus Main Street Partners.

The success of the Golf Classic directly supports our efforts to champion downtown Emmaus and the businesses that make our community so unique. Funds raised through the tournament help Emmaus Main Street Partners continue to provide support for our Main Street businesses through community events, beautification grants, and promotional opportunities that showcase Emmaus throughout the Lehigh Valley. We are grateful to our sponsors, golfers, volunteers, and partners whose participation help make this event a huge success. As we look ahead to the fall, we encourage everyone to mark their calendars for one of

Emmaus' favorite community traditions, Farewell to Summer on September 19, 2026.

This annual celebration brings our downtown to life with music, food, shopping, entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to gather with friends and neighbors. It is the perfect way to celebrate the close of summer while continuing to support the businesses that make Emmaus such a special place. To add to the festivities this summer, don't forget to join in the celebration of America 250 Celebration in Emmaus on July 25th and 26th. Be sure to pick up a commemorative Emmaus 250 t-shirt featuring Emma the Mule, available through Emmaus Main Street Partners, and show your pride in this historic milestone for our community. Looking ahead, I am excited about the opportunities before our team. In the coming months, Emmaus Main Street Partners will be introducing new networking opportunities for our partners and exploring fresh ways to keep our businesses connected, engaged, and supported. We believe that strong relationships are the foundation of a thriving downtown, and we look forward to continuing to create meaningful opportunities for collaboration and growth

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WHITEHALL AREA & SOUTHERN LEHIGH CHAMBER

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HELLERTOWN LOWER SAUCON AREA CHAMBER

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NAZARETH AREA & GREATER NORTHAMPTON AREA CHAMBERS NAZARETH AREA CHAMBER Rebecca Miklas, Miklas Realty Chair, Nazareth Area Chamber

As my term as Chair of the Nazareth Area Chamber of Commerce comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on what an incredible journey it has been. Serving as Chair has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my professional and personal life. I have had the privilege of working alongside dedicated business owners, community leaders, volunteers, and staff who share a common goal: making the Nazareth Area a stronger, more vibrant place to live, work, and do business. Throughout my tenure, I was given countless opportunities to connect with local businesses, celebrate grand openings, support community initiatives, welcome new members, and help strengthen relationships that continue to make our Chamber one of the most active and engaged organizations in the region. I have witnessed firsthand the power of collaboration and the positive impact that occurs when

people come together. One of the highlights of my time as Chair was seeing our community continue to grow while maintaining the small-town charm and spirit that make Nazareth so special.

Every event served as a reminder of the strength and resilience of our local business community.

I am especially grateful to the Chamber staff, fellow board members, ambassadors, volunteers, sponsors, and members whose dedication and support made every success possible. While my term as Chair may be ending, my support for the Chamber certainly is not. I look forward to continuing to serve our community and watching the Chamber thrive under new leadership. Thank you for the honor of serving as Chair of the Nazareth Area Chamber. It has been a privilege, and I am grateful for the friendships, partnerships, and memories that will last a lifetime.

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CARBON CHAMBER CARBON CHAMBER

Patrick Reilly, Mauch Chunk Trust Chair, Carbon Chamber

As we move into the heart of summer in Carbon County, I’m reminded of the energy, collaboration, and community spirit that make this region such a remarkable place to live, work, and do business. The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation continues to grow and evolve, and July is shaping up to be an exciting month.

On July 18, we’re proud to present the Carbon County Community Festival in partnership with Lehighton Borough Parks & Recreation and presenting sponsor Mauch Chunk Trust Company.

Held in Colonel Jacob Weiss Park, the festival will feature live music, vendors, food, family activities, and a new Shop Local Trail designed to showcase downtown Lehighton businesses. Then, on July 30, we invite our members to join us for our Annual Member Appreciation Event & Open House, an opportunity to connect, celebrate our accomplishments, and look ahead to future opportunities. In addition to these signature events, CCEDC continues to provide educational programs, networking opportunities, and resources that support business growth and professional

development. We hope you'll join us for Happy Hour @ Holy Ghost Distillery on July 16 and our Digital Bootcamp Lunch & Learn on July 21. We are pleased to welcome Maura Walker as our new Program Coordinator and Trish Spillman of Jim Thorpe House of Jerky and the Jim Thorpe Tourism Agency to our Board of Directors. Both bring enthusiasm, experience, and a strong commitment to our community. Finally, on behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Barbara Green for her many years of dedicated service to CCEDC and the Carbon County IDA. As a founding board member, Treasurer, and Executive Committee member, Barbara played an instrumental role in shaping our organization. We also welcome Terry Purcell, Lehigh Valley Health Network, as our new Treasurer and look forward to his continued leadership and service. Thank you to our members, partners, volunteers, and community leaders for your continued support. Together, we are strengthening Carbon County’s economic future and creating opportunities that benefit us all.

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Capital Blue Cross, St. Luke’s University Health Network Tout Affordable, High-Quality Care with Renewed Collaboration ALLENTOWN, Pa. – Capital Blue Cross is launching a new health plan option in collaboration with St. Luke’s University Health Network that will help Lehigh Valley employers better manage health care costs while ensuring their employees receive high-quality care from one of the nation’s top-performing health systems.

Valley Advantage EPO will help employers control rising health care expenses. It aligns the strength of Capital Blue Cross’ benefits and care management programs with St. Luke’s network of outstanding providers, which ranks No. 1 in the United States for quality, safety and patient experience, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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“Capital Blue Cross and St. Luke’s share a mission to put people first – delivering exceptional service, expanding access to high-quality care, and strengthening the health of the communities we serve,” said Todd Shamash, president and CEO of Capital Blue Cross. “With St. Luke’s nationally recognized as No. 1 in quality, safety and patient experience, this collaboration gives Lehigh Valley employers and their employees confidence they’re getting outstanding care, close to home, at an affordable cost.”

The plan is now available to employers in Lehigh and Northampton counties with more than 100 employees and will be available to companies with fewer than 100 employees in 2027.

“St. Luke’s has long been recognized for delivering exceptional care at a lower cost than competitors,” said Rick Anderson, president and CEO of St. Luke’s University Health Network. “The collaboration between Capital Blue Cross and St. Luke’s allows us to offer employers in the Le-

high Valley a plan that enables access to high-quality care that is more affordable.” With employer‑sponsored medical and Rx coverage projected to increase by 8.4% in 2026, Valley Advantage EPO gives employers a clearer path to managing those costs with rates that are lower than Capital’s standard PPO plan.

Other key features of the EPO plan include: · A value-based care model that prioritizes care quality, outcomes and efficiency. · Simplified access to care across St. Luke’s network of 16 hospital campuses and more than 350 provider office locations. · No referrals required for in-network services. · Wellness credits for eligible businesses with more than 100 employees.

Employers looking to decrease costs while ensuring their employees have access to high-quality care should contact their Capital Blue Cross account executive or health plan consultant.

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Member News Northampton Community College (NCC) Department of Public Safety received $50,000 in grant funding through PA State Representative Joe Emerick's office to support Public Safety upgrades. This funding will enable NCC’s Department of Public Safety to replace current end-of-life radio equipment and implement a new radio system. It will also support the acquisition of a radio repeater, ensuring clear and reliable communication across all three campus locations—an essential component of maintaining a safe and responsive environment for students, faculty, and staff.

St. Luke’s University Health Network celebrated the opening of St. Luke’s College of Health Sciences on Monday, May 18. The College, which operates on the campus of St. Luke’s University Hospital in Bethlehem, offers the following programs:Radiography (Associate Degree), Respiratory Care (Associate Degree) and RN to BSN (Bachelor’s Degree). In addition to its degree-granting programs, the College offers various general education courses.

Entech has officially opened a permanent office in the Lehigh Valley at 2239 PA Route 309, Suite 1, Orefield, PA, formalizing a regional presence that has been rapidly expanding since 2020. Over the past several years, Entech has steadily grown its footprint in the Lehigh Valley, adding talent, delivering projects, and building lasting client relationships across the region.

What began as a strategic investment has evolved into a significant and growing operation, prompting the transition from temporary space to a dedicated, longterm home ArtsQuest yesterday celebrated a major milestone in its Re-Imagine That! Capital Campaign with a ceremonial brick breaking for the Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), part of Jefferson Health, Turn & Grind Shop at the ArtsQuest Campus at SteelStacks. The event brought together state and local officials, sponsors, donors and community partners to mark the next phase of construction for the historic Bethlehem Steel facility—once a critical part of the nation’s industrial and military production—into a multi-use arts and cultural venue.

The 2026 racing season opened in thrilling fashion at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center as elite riders from across the United States and around the world delivered a night of fast-paced track racing before an enthusiastic crowd. The evening also marked a significant milestone for the iconic velodrome, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the facility. As part of the opening ceremonies, Andrew Norelli Rodale rode a commemorative lap in honor of the late Bob Rodale, whose vision and support helped establish the venue as one of the premier track cycling facilities in the United States. The tribute recognized the lasting impact of the Rodale family on cycling in the Lehigh Valley and the generations of athletes who have competed at the track over the past five decades.

Feinberg Real Estate Advisors, LLC is proud to announce that commercial real estate advisor Casey Keller officially earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation at the organization's Spring Forum in Philadelphia, PA. With this achievement, Keller and her mentor, Cindy McDonnell Feinberg, CCIM, become the only active mother-daughter women owned CCIM brokerage team serving the Lehigh Valley region. Earning the designation requires an extensive portfolio of institutional-grade transaction volume and advanced financial analysis coursework. Keller remarkably fast-tracked the rigorous requirements, completing the entire process in under 18 months.

Capital Blue Cross is launching a new health plan option in collaboration with St. Luke’s University Health Network that will help Lehigh Valley employers better manage health care costs while ensuring their employees receive high‑quality care from one of the nation’s top-performing health systems. Valley Advantage EPO will help employers control rising health care expenses. It aligns the strength of Capital Blue Cross’ benefits and care management programs with St. Luke’s network of outstanding providers, which ranks No. 1 in the United States for quality, safety and patient experience, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

The Great Allentown Fair is proud to announce that legendary Motown icons The Four Tops will take the stage with the Allentown Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular Opening Night performance on the Service Electric Grandstand Stage on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Known around the world as one of the most celebrated vocal groups in music history, The Four Tops is commemorating an extraordinary milestone this year, 70 years of timeless music and unforgettable performances. Their appearance at The Great Allentown Fair promises an evening filled with beloved classics, powerful harmonies, and a unique orchestral accompaniment by one of Pennsylvania's premier professional orchestras.

Patient First is celebrating 45 years of service, marking a milestone that reflects decades of providing accessible urgent care to patients across the Mid-Atlantic. Patient First’s distinctive green roof first appeared on the outskirts of Richmond, Virginia in 1981.

It was built on a simple idea of providing friendly, convenient, and cost-effective medical care without an appointment, 365 days a year. Patient First’s physician-led model gave patients access to a broad range of services under one roof.

Today, the historic A-Treat® brand of Pennsylvania soda, produced and distributed by Jaindl Beverage Company (a division of the Jaindl Companies), proudly announces the launch of its limited-edition Cherry Cola, specially crafted to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. Featuring a vibrant, commemorative red, white, and blue label adorned with festive fireworks, the new packaging proudly displays the message "Celebrating 250 Years of America." The nostalgic, cherry cola flavor is being introduced in

traditional 20oz bottles, providing a bold and patriotic refreshment option for community celebrations, neighborhood barbecues, and family gatherings across the region.

Musikfest mugs are an essential for ‘festers attending the country’s largest free music festival. This year the beloved Musikfest staple features the official 2026 poster artwork by Doug Boehm, which celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary with a central theme “Music Unites,” reflecting both the joy of Musikfest and the unifying power of music.

The Lehigh Valley Community Foundation honored Edward J. Lentz, Esq. and the David Torrey and the Torrey Family Fund during its Board of Associates 2026 Spring Meeting and Awards Program, held Thursday, May 28, at Saucon Valley Country Club. The annual program brought together more than 80 members of LVCF’s Board of Associates, donors, professional advisors, nonprofit leaders, corporate executives, community volunteers, and friends of the Foundation to celebrate philanthropy and the people who help strengthen charitable giving across the Lehigh Valley. Edward J. Lentz, an attorney with Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C., received the 2026 Service to Philanthropy Award, which recognizes a professional advisor who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to philanthropy by helping individuals, families, and businesses use charitable giving to make a lasting difference. The 2026 Vision in Philanthropy Award was presented to David Torrey and the Torrey Family Fund in recognition of the fund’s sustained commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations through the Community Foundation.

Unity Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: UNTY), the parent company of Unity Bank, announced that its Board of Directors has voted to appoint Sara M. Sooy and Alfred J. Gaburo to the Unity Bank Board of Directors. Sooy brings significant banking, finance, governance, and public-sector leadership experience to the board. Her background includes public company audit committee service, credit risk evaluation, commercial real estate finance, enterprise risk governance, capital planning, and fiduciary oversight. She has held roles with Investors Bank and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, and currently serves as a Somerset County Commissioner.

St. Luke’s University Health Network has become the first health care system in Pennsylvania and one of the first nationwide to implement AngioFlow™

by RapidAI, a breakthrough perfusion imaging technology. AngioFlow is an advanced brain blood flow imaging tool used for acute stroke evaluation, said Dr. Martin Oselkin, neurointerventional radiologist. Traditionally, patients are sent to a CT scanner for perfusion imaging to help physicians make the decision for thrombectomy (clot removal) or not, but AngioFlow allows St. Luke’s to skip the CT scanner and perform the perfusion study right in the operating room.

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