Chamber Connection - October 2023

CHAMBER CONNECTION

Your connection to the greater Hanover business community.

CHAMBER NEWS

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

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EVENTS

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THANK YOU WORKFORCE SPONSORS

The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce it's 2023 Workforce Summit! This event will be held on October 26, 2023 at Bay City Restaurant.

The Hanover Workforce Summit will commence with a keynote address from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Jaimie Francis, Vice President, Policy and Programs. Francis will speak about national trends and the foundation’s approach to Talent Pipeline Management. Francis manages the Chamber Foundation's Talent Pipeline Management® initiative and is involved in the Foundation's training programs for employers.

The Workforce Summit will feature a panel of local industry and education experts who will share their experiences about building a talent pipeline of

workers, creating employer-led collaboratives to address specific workforce needs, and developing programs that enable people to learn new skills while gaining experience on the job. The panel will include speakers from Utz Brands, Inc.,Campbell's, Leonhardt Manufacturing, Hanover Auto Team, Hanover Public School District, and Conewago Valley School District.

Over lunch, attendees will hear from individuals who had participated in workforce programs that ultimately lead to employment and who have successfully completed pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs. The afternoon will include a second panel focused on available resources including funding and training opportunities from local, state, and federal organizations. The event will wrap up with a Q&A session followed by a networking happy hour.

Registration is required. Attendance includes continental breakfast, lunch, and light refreshments. The rate for a Chamber member is $40 per person and the rate for a community member is $70. per person.

There are sponsorship and tabling opportunities available for this event! If interested in more information, please contact Director of Operations, Sarah, at smesser@hanoverchamber. com.

Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce Workforce Summit

2022 - 2023 COMMUNITY LEADERS

2022 - 2023 CHAMBER PARTNERS

2022 - 2023 CORPORATE PARTNERS

CGA Law Firm

Conewago Enterprises, Inc.

Cross Keys Village - The Brethren

Home Community

Select Physical Therapy Ox Industries

Riley Welding & Fabricating LLC

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.

Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce

Chair of the Board

Brandon J. Smith, AAMS, Edward Jones

Secretary/Treasurer

Ashley Hershey, BSSF CPAs

Vice Chairs

Jeremy Frey, Barley Snyder

Julia Groft, Manpower

Cynthia Simpson, Utz Brands

Lesley Zinn, UPMC

Past Chair

Mike Kelly, Traditions Bank

Board of Directors

Dr. Jay Burkhart, South Western School District

Jon Harris, M&T Bank

Nikki Hoffman, Stambaugh-Ness

Liz Johnides, The Markets at Hanover

Kristin Leese, WellSpan

Drew Little, Conewago Valley School District

Jody Shaffer, YWCA Hanover

Loni Smith, Hanover Auto Team

Chamber Staff

Gary Laird, President glaird@hanoverchamber.com

Sarah Messer, Director of Operations smesser@hanoverchamber.com

Katie Bream, Marketing and Public Relations Manager kbream@hanoverchamber.com

Chamber Connection is a monthly publication of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce. For deadline information, please contact the office at office@hanoverchamber.com.

The Hanover Market House Celebrates 90 Years

Street, the Hanover Market House will be hosting a special anniversary celebration on October 7, 2023 with children’s activities, a senatorial citation from Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, and a “loved and long-standing” re-ribbon cutting. Market hours are 6AM to 1PM with presentations and ribbon cutting festivities beginning at 9AM.

A staple for local shoppers since 1815, the Hanover Market House was originally housed in an open air building in Hanover’s Center Square. This early market building had the look of a covered bridge and featured the town's only jail cell below ground level. The Market continued at this location until 1872 when it moved to West Chestnut Street where it shared a space with the Hanover Opera House. The Market returned to Center Square as a curb market for a time until the current facility at 210 East Chestnut Street was constructed in 1933. Since that time, the Hanover Market House has

gifts and hot breakfasts.

Open every Saturday morning, the Hanover Market House hosts two restaurants, several local food and bakery vendors, and numerous gift and craft merchants. In addition, community groups, such as the Hanover Lions Club, the Hanover Kiwanis Club, the Hanover Area Historical Society, and Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, utilize the Market as outlets for seasonal fundraising and communication.

The Hanover Market House is owned and operated by the Borough of Hanover. It is overseen by the Borough Council with administrative and facility support by Borough staff, with a part-time market master. More information about the Market is available at www. HanoverBoroughPA.gov/192/Hanover-Market-House or by calling the Borough at 717-637-3877.

The Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 100 Years

On Wednesday, August 23, 2023, the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 100th anniversary. Members of the chamber and community gathered on the lawn of the Warehime – Myers Mansion for an evening of networking and recognition. A short program for the evening consisted of several speakers including the Chairman of the Board of Directors, local and state legislators, and representatives from the PA and the U.S. Chamber. View the full gallery of the event at hanoverchamber.com/100-Years. Here's to another 100 years!

Here, the most talented minds and most compassionate hearts unite for lifesaving results. In collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine Kimmel Cancer Center, our cancer patients have access to expanded clinical trials, world-class second opinions and advanced genomics. This will bring the next generation of care to our community — all delivered by our dedicated team who cares from the heart. Learn more at WellSpan.org/Cancer

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Hanover, Pa. – The public is invited to participate in a discussion on current efforts and strategies regarding the “Borough of Hanover Streetscape – Design and Beautification Plan” at a meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Guthrie Memorial Library’s Bare Center.

The meeting comes as the next step in the design process which began in March 2019 when public feedback was gathered regarding desired features and amenities to enhance the downtown “core” to provide

a more welcoming and accommodating space. Through a selection process in October 2022, consulting and design firm Dewberry was selected to collect and assess additional data. Their initial ideas were recently presented to primary stakeholders. The public presentation to be held on October 11 offers time for further public input and discussion.

This is a truly exciting and historical moment in the history of the Hanover community! The strategy that comes from this effort will literally shape the landscape of your town. Come participate and be heard!

This article was written and provided by The Borough of Hanover. Registration is not required for this event and attendees are invited to simply show up on the day of the presentation.

The “Borough of Hanover Streetscape – Design and Beautification Plan” project is set to target Center Square and the surround streets, reaching Park Ave, Franklin Street, Middle Street, and School Avenue from the square.

Discover Hanover® Magazine 2024 - Last Call for Advertisements!

as a fresh set of colors to draw in readers and show off Hanover's thriving community! The physical publication will be distributed not only through all of York County, but throughout five states as well (Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Viriginia, and New Jersey). Furthermore, our digital edition of the magazine is getting more views than ever with over 12,000 unique visitors to the Dsicover Hanover® website.

Reach out to our Marketing & Public Relations Manager, Katie Bream, at kbream@hanoverchamber.com to secure your advertisement spot!

Calling all members and local businesses! We are still collecting advertisements for the 2024 Discover Hanover® Magazine. We have extended the deadline for advertisements to October 17 to ensure that all organizations wishing to participate are given time to create and submit and advertisement.

The upcoming edition of Discover Hanover® is a big one because we will be operating under a refreshing new look for 2024. The brand will feature a new logo as well

Discover Hanover® Magazine is produced in cooperation with members of the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce, Explore York, and the community. Discover Hanover® Magazine is a recipient of a 2023 York County Tourism Grant.

UPMC CARLISLE AND UPMC HANOVER ACHIEVE PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE® RECOGNITION

The Pathway designation depicts six standards relating to decisionmaking, leadership, safety and professional development that are essential elements in developing a positive practice environment for nursing across a variety of health care settings. The Pathway standards provide specific benefits to health care organizations and their communities, such as:

• Improving nurse satisfaction and well-being

Harrisburg, Pa. — UPMC Carlisle and UPMC Hanover have attained the Pathway to Excellence® designation for their commitment to safeguarding the well-being of their caregivers. These hospitals and their nursing teams join a premier group of organizations that have received Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

The Pathway designation is a global credential that highlights UPMC Carlisle and UPMC Hanover’s commitment to creating a healthy work environment where nurses feel empowered and valued. Pathway nurses are engaged, resulting in higher job satisfaction, reduced turnover, improved safety and better patient outcomes.

“This designation serves as a testament to our strong and continued commitment to nursing excellence and reflects the dedication, hard work and collaborative spirit that define our hospitals,” said Maribeth McLaughlin, B.S.N., R.N., M.P.M., chief nurse executive, UPMC. “This recognition highlights the positive work culture, the outstanding patient outcomes and the exceptional care experiences we consistently deliver.”

• Increasing retention in nursing staff and leaders

• Cultivating professional collaboration within the system

• Encouraging high-quality nursing practices

• Supporting business growth

As Pathway-Designated organizations, UPMC Carlisle and UPMC Hanover lead the efforts to enhance quality of care, patient and nursing safety and the future of healthcare delivery.

WELLSPAN HEALTH THE FIRST HEALTH SYSTEM IN PENNSYLVANIA TO EARN NCQA HEALTH EQUITY ACCREDITATION

YORK, Pa. (AUGUST 30, 2023) –WellSpan Health is one of just three health systems across the country, and the first in Pennsylvania, to receive the Health Equity Accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). NCQA awards the accreditation to organizations that are leaders in addressing health equity, analyzing clinical performance and consumer experience through a comprehensive framework.

“WellSpan Health is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive culture where fairness and equity is a top priority. We are extremely proud to have achieved the prestigious NCQA Health Equity Accreditation, which symbolizes our unwavering dedication to this crucial endeavor,” said Kim Brister, Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at WellSpan Health. “The prevalence of racial and ethnic disparities continues to be a barrier to receiving quality health care for too many Americans. I am proud of the work being done here at WellSpan to address those issues, and we are fully committed to continuing that work moving forward.”

NCQA’s Health Equity Accreditation evaluates how well an organization complies with standards in the following areas:

• Organizational readiness

• Race/ethnicity

• Language

• Gender identify and sexual orientation

• Access and availability of language services

• Practitioner network cultural responsiveness

• Culturally and linguistically appropriate services programs

• Reducing health care disparities

WellSpan’s efforts to improve breast cancer screening rates for Black and Hispanic women, address maternal morbidity, and organize data by race, ethnicity and language to help identify disparities all contributed to the organization meeting all of the standards evaluated in order to

receive this accreditation.

“We have been working toward this accreditation since early last year, and we are thrilled to have met NCQA’s rigorous requirements for health equity,” said Dr. Mike Seim, senior vice president and chief quality officer, WellSpan Health. “This nationally recognized accreditation is validation that we are on the right track, and the entire health system will continue to work hard toward addressing and eliminating barriers to health care for the people of South Central Pennsylvania.”

“Earning Health Equity Accreditation shows that an organization is making a breakthrough in providing excellent health care to diverse populations. I congratulate any organization that achieves this level of distinction,” said NCQA President Margaret E. O’Kane. “Eliminating racial and ethnic disparities in health care is essential to improving the quality of care overall.”

The accreditation is awarded as a three-year term, effective through 2026.

Earlier this year, WellSpan was recognized for its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, training programs and leadership by national regional publications.

THE MANUFACTURERS’ ASSOCIATION AND PARTNERS INVITED TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE GRANT

York, PA – On August 16, 2023, A consortia of organizations led by the Manufacturers’ Association, was invited to apply for grant assistance under the $30 million Fiscal Year

2023 Defense Manufacturing Community Support Program following a competitive selection process. The consortia, the Central PA Shipbuilding Talent and Innovation Defense Ecosystem (T.I.D.E) project was one of only six projects selected nationally to apply for grant funds after a proposal was submitted in late June. The five-year grant will make long term investments in critical skills, facilities, workforce development, research and development, and small business support to strengthen the national security innovation base. According to the US Navy, Pennsylvania is home to the largest number of critical shipbuilding suppliers in the nation, making it a key region in supporting the country’s national defense.

The consortia will support the U.S. Navy’s national security goal of increasing production of the submarine fleet by supporting a sustainable pipeline of skilled manufacturing talent and increasing adoption of automation technology by the submarine industrial base. Specifically, the project will focus on increasing the talent pool for critical defense occupations in machinist pathways, welding and industrial maintenance which are in short supply. Led by the Manufacturers’ Association, located in central PA, the project partners also include the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Innovation Institute, MANTEC, Inc., Innovative Manufacturers Center, FANUC America, Partnership of Career Development, York County Alliance for Learning, and the York County Economic Alliance. Educational partners include the County Career and Tech High Schools (Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Mifflin,

Lancaster, Lebanon, York), Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology and Harrisburg Area Community College. Additional supporting partners also included the regional defense sector employers, Southcentral PA Industry Partnership, Lancaster County Workforce Development Board, SCPa Works, and the local defense community partners of Cumberland County Area Economic Development Corporation, and the Franklin County Economic Development Corporation, and Lebanon Valley Economic Development Corporation.

The US Department of Defense program is authorized under the National Defense Authorization Act, which enabled the Secretary of Defense to establish a program to designate and support consortiums as defense manufacturing communities to strengthen the national security industrial base. The funding and technical assistance provided through the program enhances a region's ability to narrow gaps and address needs in defense manufacturing in the critical skills, facilities, research and development, and small business support. An invitation to apply for a grant must be reviewed by the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation prior to an actual award being issued and funds obligated.

UPCOMING EVENTS

RSVP for all events at hanoverchamber.com

October 11, 2023

Membership Mixer hosted by The Markets at Hanover, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The Markets at Hanover, 1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA 17331

October 19, 2023

Annual Meeting, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

2 Library Place, Hanover, PA 17331

October 26, 2023

Workforce Summit, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Bay City Seafood Restaurant, 110 W Eisenhower Dr, Hanover, PA 17331

November 3, 2023

Legislative Roundtable, 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

2 Library Place, Hanover, PA 17331

November 7, 2023

Hanover Chamber Business Awards 2023, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Bay City Seafood, 110 W Eisenhower Dr, Hanover, PA 17331

Complimentary for members

Complimentary for members

$40/person, member rate $70/person, community rate $15/person, member rate $30/person, community rate $40/person

November 9, 2023

Coffee Hour hosted by the VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

VNA of Hanover & Spring Grove, 440 N Madison, Hanover, PA 17331

Complimentary for members

December 8, 2023

Hanover Chamber Holiday Luncheon, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

The Hanover Country Club, 200 Water St, Abbottstown, PA 17301

$60/person, member rate $75/person, community rate

40 York St., Suite 2 Hanover, PA 17331

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