August 2021
Chamber Connection
Your connection to the greater Hanover business community.
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Discover Hanover® - The Importance of Tourism The tourism industry has suffered since March 2020, but has seen an increase over the past few months as businesses and travel destinations begin to welcome back visitors. The Chamber has been publishing Discover Hanover® since 2009. It started as a member directory for the Chamber, but has grown to showcase member and nonmember businesses in the Hanover area. Discover Hanover® Magazine is produced in cooperation with members of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce and the community. This magazine serves as an asset to our community and allows visitors to see everything we are proud of and have to offer during their visit. We are planning for the 2022 edition and are looking forward to showcasing businesses in our area who are ready to welcome back visitors and articles about all the things to do in Hanover, PA. We want to show everyone who is ready and able to travel safely that Hanover is the best spot to visit. As the tourism industry begins to return, it
is important to take note of the changes to the industry and how potential visitors view traveling. Day trips and weekend visits are the perfect opportunity to draw people into Hanover without having to plan long and expensive trips with plans that may change last minute. Hanover is nestled in both York and Adams Counties and is conveniently located within minutes of York, Gettysburg and Baltimore, Maryland. The Hanover area continues to grow in its number of residents and new homes built, all while continuing to maintain its natural beauty through preservation efforts on behalf of our municipalities and various non-profit organizations. Our 2021 edition of Discover Hanover® can be viewed at www.discoverhanoverpa.org or on Discover Hanover’s Facebook page. If you are interested in advertising in Discover Hanover®, please reach out to Caitlin Johnson, Marketing & PR Manager at cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com.
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Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce
2020-2021 Community Leaders Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce Chair of the Board Julia Groft, Manpower Secretary/Treasurer Ashley Hershey, BSSF CPAs Vice Chairs Sean Adams, Utz Quality Foods Victoria Csuri, KLK Welding Jeremy Frey, Barley Snyder Mike Kelly, York Traditions Bank Brandon Smith, Edward Jones Lynneah Smith, Elsner Engineering Works Drew Derreth, Hanover Valley Church
Board of Directors Jess Kelley, Campbell's Snacks Mike Gaskins, UPMC Hanover Dr. Daniel Hartman, South Western Schools Gordon Laabs Kirby Orewiler, Ox Industries Rebecca Prehoda, Member's 1st FCU Dr. Susan Seiple, Hanover Public Schools Jody Shaffer, YWCA Hanover
Chamber Staff Gary Laird, President glaird@hanoverchamber.com Elizabeth Csuri, Administrative Manager ecsuri@hanoverchamber.com
2020-2021 Chamber Partners
APPI Energy
Oss Health
Barley Snyder
Penn State York
J.A. Myers Homes
Smith & Company, CPAs
The Markets at Hanover
The Glatfelter Agency
Caitlin Johnson, Marketing & PR Manager cjohnson@hanoverchamber.com Sarah Messer, Membership & Events Coordinator smesser@hanoverchamber.com
Chamber Connection is a monthly publication of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce. For deadline information, please contact our office at office@hanoverchamber.com.
Community Leaders and Chamber Partners are members who have made significant investments in chamber programs throughout the year. These investments help the chamber to provide new opportunities and benefits for our members, while continuing to support workforce, community, and economic development. If you are interested in learning more about how your membership can make an impact, please contact Gary Laird at glaird@hanoverchamber.com.
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Chamber Hires New Membership & Events Coordinator, Sarah Messer
Volunteers Needed for Events
The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hire of Sarah Messer as Membership & Events Coordinator. Messer joined the Chamber staff at the beginning of July. She was previously the Field Marketing and Events Coordinator for Tröegs Independent Brewing in Hershey before starting at the Chamber. Messer graduated from Delone Catholic High School in 2008. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies and Communications from The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. Before returning to PA in 2019, Messer worked in Alumni and Advancement for Catholic University. She has extensive event planning and coordination experience. Messer welcomed her first son, Rory, in April! Gary Laird, Chamber President says, "we are pleased to have Sarah as part of the Chamber team. Her event planning and relationship development experience make her a perfect fit for her role at the Chamber."
Event season is quickly approaching! From our Annual Golf Outing to the new Snack Town Street Fair, these events draw thousands of people into Hanover where they’ll experience the best we have to offer, from businesses to restaurants and everything in between. The Hanover Chamber is seeking volunteers for the Snack Town Street Fair on September 18 and the Snack Town Brewfest on October 30. Volunteer shifts are available at various times for a wide assortment of tasks, like setup, admission, cleanup and more. Groups are welcome and encouraged as a great way to promote your business or organization! All volunteers (with organization names) will appear in our newsletter following the events.
Please join us in welcoming Sarah as our new Membership & Events Coordinator!
Contact the Chamber at office@hanoverchamber.com for more info about volunteering!
Snack Town Street Fair: Sponsorships & Vendor Spots Available
Leadership Hanover: Apply Now!
Snack Town Street Fair is a new event this year that has evolved from the Hanover Dutch Festival. You will still find many of the traditional food and craft vendors at the fair. New editions include, Kid’s Corner, more food trucks, a brewer’s corner for craft beer enthusiasts, a game corner for adults, and music by the Reagan Years. Come out and help us celebrate on September 18th! The street fair Premiere Sponsor is Utz Quality Foods, and the Presenting Sponsor is Member’s 1st Credit Union. Vendor spots are still available! This year we are accepting vendor applications for craft, non-profit, food, and business vendors. Applications are available for download on our website. If you are interested in sponsoring or being a vendor, please reach out to Sarah Messer at smesser@hanoverchamber.com Visit our website for additional event details at www.snacktownstreetfair.com
Leadership Hanover is a unique leadership program focused on developing connections with key leaders in the Hanover community. The program is designed to help make individuals more successful by better knowing the Hanover area, networking with key business men and women throughout the community, and establishing strong relationships with other participants. Meeting once a month for six months, the program focuses on major areas of the community like local government, education, economic development, and more. Visit our website to apply. Application Deadline: August 31, 2021
Member Spotlights
Riggle Wealth Group
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Founded in 2007 and one of the premier advisory firms serving families and businesses in the south-central PA and Maryland regions, Riggle Wealth Group was founded on the principles of trust and a client-centered, researched-based approach to financial planning. In 2019, the firm transitioned from a single, majority stakeholder owned firm to a member owned firm. Today, Riggle Wealth Group is jointly owned by each of the firm’s financial advisors – Andrew Riggle, Brent Clabaugh, Robert Miller, and Jacob Lawrence. What sets Riggle Wealth Group apart from other financial advisory firms is our credentials, diversity of thought, and our 7-step financial planning process. Our certifications and designations include Chartered Financial Analyst®, Accredited Investment Fiduciary®, Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist, Certified Financial Planner™, and Certified Public Accountant. Together, we will create a wealth management strategy that incorporates both asset allocation and product diversification so you can pursue your goals and establish a legacy for your family or business. Visit rigglewealth.com or call 717-630-1001 to get started. Financial Advisors offering Securities and advisory services through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC, a Broker/Dealer and a Registered Investment Advisor. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. 100 Filbert St., Hanover, PA 17331. 717-630-1001
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Business Briefs
AERO ENERGY MAKES DONATION TO OVER 250 LOCAL CHURCHES
Aero Energy today announced that it has made a total donation of $18,511.36 to churches enrolled in it’s HOW program marking a close to the 2020 - 2021 heating season. This represents the largest payout made in the eight years of the program’s existence. How it Works- Aero Energy donates $0.04 for each gallon of propane and heating oil used by customers enrolled in the program to their respective churches on an annual basis. These customers used 462,784 combined gallons this past year which resulted in donations to over 250 churches. There is no limit for the number of congregation members who can enroll in the program, which allowed several churches to receive donations of over $500. “In the midst of the global pandemic, it is no secret that churches have experienced challenging times. We are proud to continue supporting them with our 8th annual payout to the House of Worship Program. We believe that with community outreach and engagement we’ll be able to grow this program to even greater heights next heating season,” said CEO, Wes Warehime. Churches as well as churchgoers are able to easily enroll in the program with the creation of a single propane or heating oil account. With over 600 customers already enrolled, opportunity is ripe for the expansion of the HOW program across Pennsylvania and Maryland congregations. DISSINGER NAMED REAL ESTATE GROUP CHAIR Barley Snyder is pleased to announce that the firm’s management has named partner Derek Dissinger as the chair of its Real Estate Practice Group.
Dissinger takes over as the chair from partner Maria Di Stravolo Elliott, who continues her real estate practice at Barley Snyder. Elliott served as the chair of the group for five years. The firm named Dissinger a partner in 2019, and he has been the chair of the firm’s Hospitality Industry Group since 2018. “The members of the group have extensive experience in all aspects of real estate law throughout our entire footprint,” Dissinger said. “It will be a pleasure to work closer with them and to continue on the path that Maria has mapped out for us.” Elliott said that Dissinger’s experience, knowledge of the regional real estate market and his dedication to his clients all make him an excellent choice to succeed her. “Derek is a great choice to take over the role of practice group chair,” Elliot said. “Since he’s come to the firm, he’s showed nothing but a passion for the job and for helping clients achieve their real estate goals.” Dissinger is also a member of the firm’s Finance & Creditors’ Right Practice Group and the COVID-19 Response Service Team. He has been named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyers “Rising Star” each year since 2018. BROWN SCHULTZ SHERIDAN & FRITZ HIRES NEW SMALL BUSINESS ACCOUNTING SERVICES SENIOR ASSOCIATE AND THREE NEW STAFF ACCOUNTANTS Camp Hill and Lancaster, PA: Regional premier advisory firm, Brown Schultz Sheridan & Fritz (BSSF), hires new team members in Pennsylvania: Wendy J. Rhoads joined the BSSF team as a Small Business Accounting Services
(SBAS) Senior Associate. Wendy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Elizabethtown College. She is located in BSSF’s Lancaster, Pennsylvania, office. Sarah A. Berg joined the Firm as a Staff Accountant on the Nonprofit Audit team. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Shippensburg University, with a Dual Major in Accounting and Personal Financial Planning. Additionally, Sarah holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Sarah is located in BSSF’s Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, office.
from Lycoming in BSSF’s Camp office.
Ivan Sanchez Garcia joined BSSF as a Staff Accountant on the For-Profit Audit team. Ivan earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting College. He is located Hill, Pennsylvania,
Connor R. Shoop joined the Firm as a Staff Accountant on the For-Profit Audit team. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Shippensburg University. Connor is located in BSSF’s Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, office. Member businesses are invited to send company news, personnel updates, and special interest stories for consideration in the Chamber Connection newsletter. Please include a high-res photo in JPG or PDF format. News must be submitted by the first Friday of the month for inclusion in the following month’s newsletter. News will be considered at the discretion of chamber staff and included as space permits.
Main Street Hanover
Art in the Park Main Street Hanover is looking for artists & crafters who create handmade, original work to join us for the Art in the Park event in downtown Hanover! Location: Downtown Hanover – Wirt Park Date: Saturday, August 28, 11am-4pm
Annual Givers Annual givers are the ones that allow us to continue our revitalization efforts in downtown Hanover. These donors are the first to know about new upcoming events, downtown updates, and will be able to get in on the ground floor of new giving opportunities and free ticket opportunities as they arise. Ads on the website, e-blasts, and social media are also available to our annual givers based on giving level. • • • • • •
Supporter- $100 Patron- $250 Advocate- $500 Believer- $1,000 Leader- $2,000 Groundbreaker- $5,000
Summer Events! We are excited to be holding some great summer events this year in Wirt Park and around downtown Hanover! Stay up to date with our upcoming events by visiting our website event section: https:// mainstreethanover.org/events/
YoCo Taco Tour Visit www.downtownyorkpa.com/yocotaco for details about the YoCo Taco Tour in August!
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RSVP for all events at hanoverchamber.com.
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August 6 Legislative Roundtable, 7:30 - 9:00 a.m at The Markets at Hanover
$15/person, member rate $30/community rate
August 12 Membership Mixer at Public House at the Markets, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m at The Markets at Hanover
Complimentary
September 18 Snack Town Street Fair, 8:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m Downtown Hanover
Free to attend!
Interested in hosting a webinar through the chamber? We'll take care of the hosting, promotion and registration; all you have to do is present! For pricing and more details, contact the Chamber at office@hanoverchamber.com
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