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Quarterly newsletter for the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC). First Quarter 2012.TRANSCRIPT
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Member SuCCess
Chief Scout Executive Delivers Keynote Address at Thompson
Distinguished Eagle Scout Award Dinner
The Juniata Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America is pleased to announce that Robert “Bob” Mazzuca who serves as the Chief Scout Executive of the Boy Scouts of America delivered the Keynote Address at Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson’s Distinguished Eagle Scout Award Dinner on Monday, January 30 at the Ramada Inn and Conference Center in State College.
According to Jim Kennedy, Scout Execu-tive of the Juniata Valley Council “this is truly an honor and privilege for us to host the Chief Scout Executive for this special evening to salute Congressman Thompson for the tremendous work he has done within the Juniata Valley Council and beyond.”
All proceeds raised from the dinner ben-efited Scouting in Centre Huntingdon, Juniata and Mifflin Counties.
Award-Winning Care at Mount Nittany
Mount Nittany Medical Center is a re-cipient of the Joint Replacement Excel-lence Award™ for the 4th consecutive year, ranking them among the top 5 per-cent in the nation.
HealthGrades®, the nation’s leading, most trusted, independent source of physician information and hospital qual-ity ratings, recently designated Mount Nittany Medical Center a recipient of the Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ and Spine Surgery Excellence Award™, ranking them in the top 10 percent in the nation. In addition, the Medical Center was ranked among America’s 100 Best Specialty Care for Joint Replacement Surgery and Spine Surgery.
In This Issue...
2 Membership Services Update
3 Member Anniversaries
4 Government Update
7 Ambassadors
8 New Members
9 Members Seen & Heard Photos
11 Awards Gala presented by SPE Federal Credit Union
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At the CBICC’s Annual Meeting held on December 13, Vern Squier, CBICC President/CEO, unveiled the new CBICC Values Statement. This statement represents our commitment to our members and to the entire Centre County community to be the leader in economic development efforts that will help strength Centre County and ensure a vital and growing economy.
Visionary LeadershipWe are the leading business advocate in our county-wide community, shaping policy, initiating collaborative partnerships and are the champions of economic development and business growth. We will lead with vision, inspiration, innovation and enthusiasm.
Organizational IntegrityWe will operate with the highest level of trust and integrity, delivering measurable results for the betterment of our economy and our members.
Infrastructure and EducationThe CBICC recognizes that a strong community infrastructure, including but not limited to education, workforce training, transportation and healthcare, is essential to creating and promoting a strong economic development climate in Centre County.
Communication We are committed to effective, honest and respectful communication to foster an environment favorable to positive economic growth and will clearly and consistently promote the CBICC mission, vision, priorities and actions.
Experience and ValueThe CBICC will deliver high-quality member services that align with its mission, vision and values to provide an outstanding “Member Experience” in which value exceeds investment.
CBICC Values Statement
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Our Mission
The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County is organized to promote the well-being and growth of commerce, business and industry, while striving to maintain a high quality of life in Centre County.
Officers and Executive Committee 2012
Dave Capperella – ChairmanTed McDowell - Vice-ChairFred Leoniak – TreasurerVern Squier – President/CEO
Board of Directors 2012
Rod Beard, Beard Law CompanyDave Capperella, Capperella FurnitureMichael Desmond, Hotel State CollegeElizabeth Dupuis, Babst, Calland, Clements & Zomnir, P.C.Chris Exarchos, Geo EnergyTammy Gentzel, Centre County United WayBill James, Foxdale VillageO.J. Johnston, Urish Popeck & Co., LLCBill Joseph, First National BankTom Kearney, West Penn PowerJeffrey Krauss, The HR Office, Inc.Fred Leoniak, ParenteBeard LLCCristin Long, McQuaide Blasko Attorneys at LawJudy Loy, Nestlerode & Loy, Inc.Chris Magent, Alexander Building Construction Co.Leanne Martin, M&T BankBob McDaniel, Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc.Ted McDowell, AmeriServ BankJohn Moore, Moore Power SalesDr. Cheryl Potteiger, Bellefonte Area School DistrictStephanie Schmidt, Poole Anderson Construction, LLCJohn Sepp, PennTerraColleen Small, The UPS Store #5642Vern Squier, CBICCJim Steff, Centre Region COG Rich Wisniewski, Mount Nittany Medical Center
Our Staff
Vern Squier President/CEODavid Wise VP FinanceJean Gerber VP Chamber OperationsDan Abruzzo VP Government AffairsNancy Reese Executive AssistantConnie Corl Events & Publications CoordinatorSara Hoy Membership Services & Communications CoordinatorMary Resides Economic Development AssistantCarol Maddox Administrative AssistantElaine Morgan Receptionist
Membership Services Update & InformationChamber Operations Division ReportIt’s that time of year again - dues renewal time! Invoices for 2012 membership dues were mailed in early December, and we hope you noticed that we did not increase dues for this year. Included with your dues invoice was a brochure highlighting some of our members and their reasons for being part of the CBICC.
In 2011, we offered our members an array of networking and educational opportunities while championing the cause of economic development and business growth.
As we move into 2012, we will:
• Be the leader in improving the local economy• Continue to seek innovative pathways to increasing member value• Operate in a manner that is worthy of your membership investment
We are pleased to report that membership dues renewals are running about 10% ahead of this same time last year - a good sign that you, our members, value your investment in the CBICC and believe in the mission, vision, and values of this organization.
“My reason for belonging to the CBICC is for the many opportunities and business support that they offer. As a new business we rely on the networking events to spread the word that we are here. Being apart of a business community has countless ben-efits, some that we havent even discovered yet.”
Karrie Argiro, Bliss- A Full Service Salon
Find out what our members are saying!Have a member testimony to share? Send it to Jean Gerber, [email protected].
“Being a member of the CBICC is more than a membership to our business, it is a strong network of members and businesses located in the Centre Region. That has brought not only business to our door but has helped us reach out to other local business for our needs as well. Helping our business and community grow. A very valuable asset to our area.”
Jesse Clemmer, Clemmer Fire Protection, Inc.
“Joining CBICC was one of the best business decision we made when opening Pure Urban Spa last October. CBICC staff and their ambassadors do an amazing job. They have been there from day one for us, offering support and guidence. CBICC offers a wonderful community spirit, networking events are well attended, and topics covered with CBICC seminars are always relevant and beneficial to any business.”
Carolyn Wilcox, Pure Urban Spa
“I feel it is important to belong to the CBICC because they have worked very hard to unite our business community for purposes of business enhancement, community support, learning, networking opportunities and a resource that we all use to feel con-nected to each other. They have made it possible to understand the types of services offered within our area and also in areas that surround the Centre Region. This makes us a very strong community to live and work in.”
Skip Moerschbacher, Hoag’s Catering/Celebration Hall
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Member AnniversariesThank you to these members for their support of the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County!
20 Years
Centre Concrete Company
Centre Daily Times
Keystone Real Estate Group, LP
M&T Bank
Miller, Kistler, Campbell, Miller, Williams and B
Sweetland Engineering & Associates, Inc.
15 Years
Blue Mountain Quality Resources, Inc.
Dr. Ben G. Williams Esthetic Dentistry, LLC
Morefield Communications, Inc.
Penn State Centre Stage
Rich Coast Coffee & Tea
Strawberry Fields, Inc.
Wolf Furniture Co.
10 Years
Allstate Insurance/Shetler Agency
Capparelli Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
ClearWater Conservancy of Central Pennsylvania, Inc
Leadership Centre County
Mazza Law Group, P. C.
McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC
Nittany Valley Chiropractic Center
Sovereign Bank
Strouse Electric, Inc.
TeamWorks, Inc.
theprinters.com
Wegmans
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5 Years
Actuated Medical, Inc.
Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries
Apartment Store, The
Centre Chemical
Centre Region Council of Governments
Expansyn Technologies, Inc.
General Opto Solutions, LLC
Graystone Bank
Mary Lou Bennett, RE/MAX Centre Realty
Medical Transportation Solutions
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency
Rita’s Water Ice of Happy Valley
Roberts Oxygen Company, Inc.
Stone Valley Construction, Inc.
Susquehanna Real Estate
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Government Affairs UpdateGOVERNMENT AFFAIRS DIVISION OPERATIONS
Heritage 1 Committee Marcellus Shale Natural GasStaff has been asked to participate in a Centre County Public Issues Forums—committed to encouraging community dialogue and engagement on Marcellus Shale gas development. The taskforce is developing a discussion guide about Marcellus Shale development to help residents of Centre County better understand the diversity of perspectives and points of view that our community has about this topic. The guide will be used as a major part of a county-wide Public Issues Forum that will be hosting on Saturday, April 14.
Centre Region Building Permit FeesAt their December regular meetings, all six (6) Centre Region municipalities approved a 9% decrease in 2012 new construction building permit fees. Heritage 1 staff, advisory board members, and Heritage 1 member Mr. Bob Poole previously met with COG officials to discuss a possible reduction in permit fees. Ferguson Township and State College Borough added a separate fee on to the cost of rental housing permits to recover some of its expenses for ordinance enforcement and the resolution of zoning issues.
2012 Heritage 1 Committee Advisor Board Members The following individuals will serve on 2012 Advisory Board: John Sepp-PennTerra Engineering (Chair); Carl Bankert-Glenn.O. Hawbaker, Inc.; Betsy Dupuis- Babst, Calland, Clements & Zomnir, PC; Chris Magent- Alexander Building Construction, Co.; Meg Moose- M&T Bank, Chris Schoonmaker- S&A Homes, and Tommy Songer III- Gambone, Songer & Associates Realty.
Centre Region Planning UpdateThe Heritage 1 Committee plans to co-host the March 28 Business Before Hours with Jim May, Director of Centre Region Planning. Mr. May will provide an update on the Centre Region “Comp” Plan and also, guidelines and best practices for land devopement in the Region.
CBICC Senior Managers to Serve as Municipal Chairs David Wise, Vice President of Finance was elected to the Benner Township Supervisors and was voted as the 2012 Chair of the Supervisors. Dan Abruzzo, Vice President of Government of Affairs was voted by College Township Zoning Hearing Board members to serve as the 2012 Board Chair.
Government Affairs Committee 2012 CBICC/IDC Legislative PrioritiesThe Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee met on January 19th to draft legislative priorities and policies for consideration by the Chamber Board of Directors. Chamber members should feel free to send their suggestions for 2012 Chamber advocacy to Dan Abruzzo at [email protected] or Committee Chair Jens Thorson at [email protected].
Nittany EntrepreneursStaff continues working with CBICC members and PSU officials interested in pursuing an entruprenual culture in Cente County. The efforts are related to the continued promotion of Nittany Entrepreneurs and streamlining the visa process for international students who are willing and able to contribute to the local ecomomy.
A Nittany Entrepreneurs committee member hosted a December complimentary luncheon to discuss facilitating an innovative, entrepreneurial, venture capital culture in Centre County. Previously, Nittany Entrepreneurs hosted an October 6th student and Chamber member mixer at the CBICC Innovation Park office facility. The event attracted approximately 50 attendees. Nittany Entrepreneurs, now with charter club status at PSU, is the first chapter of The Chamber Society, USA.
Members interested in helping students get familiar with a business profession via job shadowing, internships and/or promoting an entrepreneurial and venture capital culture, should contact Mr. Shirvani at [email protected].
Air Service Enhancement at University Park AirportAn existing Small Community Air Service Development grant would assist with new University Park Airport service to the southeastern U S. Both Delta and US Air thus far have been unwilling to create a route to the southeast.
United Airlines has expressed interest new service is to Chicago’s O’Hara airport. The CBICC has asked Centre County federal legislators to support a U.S. DOT extension and amendment of an existing $474,000 grant to include the Chicago service. Senator Toomey’s office has thus far been assisted in obtaining an extension to January 31, 2012. A subsequent 30-day extension was requested and approved.
The University has confirmed that it will provide United with a $250,000 minimum revenue guarantee (MRG). The Chamber’s Operations Division has drafted proposed in-kind advertizing and marketing services for the Chicago destination.
CBICC Annual Awards GalaThursday, March 1
:: SAVE THE DATE! ::
CBICC Member SpotlightThursday, April 26
“Open for Business” Golf Tournament
Friday, July 27
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Historical Society Announces Recipients of the 2011 Preservation Awards, And Recognizes Citizens for Service
and Volunteerism
Each year since 1988, the Centre County Historical Society (CCHS) has recognized various individuals and groups from the community for their outstanding work in helping preserve and interpret Centre County’s his-tory. The Centre County Historical Society is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2011 Preservation Awards, as presented at the CCHS Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 8th, 2012.
The recipients of the 2011 Awards for Excellence in Historic Preservation are:
Elwood Homan and Family – Bucher Ayres House & Farmstead in Ferguson Township.John and Catherine Smith – Chicory Lane Farm in Gregg Town-ship.Howard T. “Jim” Davy – Author, Monument – All Company Towns Ain’t Bad – The Story of a Remote Mountain Community and Its People. Liberty Township.Rod and Rhonda Beard – First National Bank Building, Belle-fonte.Exhibit Committee of “Those Who Came Before: The Archaeol-ogy of Centre County’s Native Americans” – Members: Melissa Diamanti, Bob Donaldson, Mary Alice Graetzer, Jackie Melander, Clair Milner, Mary Sorensen, and Kellie Waksminski.
This year, several businesses and organizations are being recognized for their significant contributions to CCHS and its historic properties through materials, equipment, and labor. The 2011 CCHS Service Awards were presented to:
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. – Installation of a water line at Boogers-burg School.Stone Valley Construction, Inc. – Water line repair at Centre Fur-nace Mansion.Boy Scouts of America, Troop 367 – Eagle Scout projects: Pe-destrian bridge and trail at Boogersburg School; and Landscape planting at Centre Furnace Mansion.Dave Horner & Associates, Inc. – Exterior painting projects at Centre Furnace Mansion.
Of all the programs that Historical Society oversees, from gardens and archives, to site tours and special events for hundreds of guests, these would not be possible without the tireless efforts of hundreds of volun-teers. This year, six volunteers were given special recognition for their many contributions to CCHS:
Cliff BastuscheckCathy HornerBeverly LipskiGloria NiewegMary OsbornCarol Phillips
Through the years, a total of 157 Preservation Awards have been presented to members of the community, and countless certificates for service and volunteerism. Photos from the ceremony and reception, and additional information are available on the CCHS website at http://centrecountyhis-tory.org/events/presawards.html.
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Government Affairs UpdateSTATE
Marcellus Shale Oversight Bill is OverdueThe PA Chamber is urging lawmakers to quickly adopt a comprehensive Marcellus Shale oversight bill. Specifically, the chamber supports language that closely mirrors H.B. 1950 in its original form.
House Bill 1950, which the Senate gutted and replaced with its own oversight proposal, was rejected by the House on concurrence prior to the legislature’s winter recess, setting up the need for a legislative conference committee to iron out the differences and reach agreement.
In a recent guest column in the Harrisburg Patriot-News, PA Chamber President Gene Barr argues for uniform regulatory standards, which are necessary to prevent a hodgepodge of rules that vary from municipality to municipality, and to provide drillers with a clear picture of their operating environment.
Lawsuit Abuse ReformThe PA Chamber is looking for additional progress on lawsuit abuse reform in 2012, and will again partner with a broad coalition of business, health-care and insurance groups to accomplish the collective goal. With enactment of the Fair Share Act in June 2011, the PA Chamber is focusing attention on two additional legal reform priorities: venue reform and apology legislation.
House Bill 1976 would require trial lawyers to file lawsuits in jurisdictions that have a direct relationship to the plaintiff or the cause giving rise to the action. The bill would apply a successful 2002 law limiting venue in medical malpractice cases to all civil liability cases. The measure should effectively reduce the number of cases being purposely filed in regions that have earned reputations as pro-plaintiff jurisdictions, such as Philadelphia, which again earned the moniker ‘top judicial hellhole’ in a recent study based on its history of awarding large monetary settlements to plaintiffs. House Bill 1976 is currently awaiting a final passage vote in the state House.
Apology legislation, H.B. 495, which already passed the House and awaits consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee, would allow medical professionals to speak directly and honestly with patients following an unforeseen medical outcome without fear of litigation based solely on their conversation. The bill wouldn’t relieve medical providers of liability, but would reduce their need to “deny and defend” and allow patients and their families the apology and explanation they rightly deserve.
General Fund Revenues Continue to Underperform in DecemberAccording to Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Jake Corman, the General Fund revenue collections for the month ended December 2011 totaled $2.27 billion, which was $141.5 million, or 5.9%, below estimate for the month. Fiscal year-to-date collections total $11.6 billion or 4.0%, below estimate for the year.
December’s corporation tax collections were below estimate by $92.2 million, accounting for the majority of the monthly deficit. Personal income tax collections were below estimate by $36.7 million. Employers’ withholding was $22 million short of estimate for the month. Sales and use tax collections were below estimate for the month by $4.4 million. The realty transfer tax was above estimate by $4.5 million, or 18.3%, for the
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Government Affairs Updatemonth. Inheritance tax collections exceeded the estimate by $110,463 for the month. Cigarette, liquor and table games tax collections were all slightly above estimate for the month. Motor License Fund collections were $9.2 million below estimate for the month of December.
Governor to Propose Transit PlanGov. Tom Corbett will soon unveil his much-awaited plan for dealing with the state’s transportation funding shortfall. The proposal is likely to fall short of the recommendations of the governor’s Transportation Funding Advisory Commission, which presented a plan in August to raise up to $2.5 billion in new annual revenue for roads, bridges and public transit. Testifying at a hearing of the House Democratic Policy Committee at Point Park University, state Transportation Secretary Barry Schoch said Mr. Corbett “recognizes the need to make investment in transportation” but also said “the economy is very fragile now.” In a recent interview, Mr. Schoch said the governor was considering rejiggering the retail and wholesale gasoline taxes to produce a revenue stream that grows over time, but was unlikely to embrace the commission’s proposals to raise registration and license fees for the first time since 1997 to catch them up with inflation.
PA House Committee OKs Prevailing Wage Reform BillsThe state House Labor and Industry Committee recently advanced a number of bills that would lessen the negative economic impact of Pennsylvania’s Prevailing Wage Act. The bills, which wait consideration by the full House, include: House Bill 1271, which would exempt from the Prevailing Wage Act certain road maintenance work; House Bill 1685, which would direct the Department of Labor and Industry to adopt classifications and definitions for jobs subject to the act; House Bill 1329, which would raise the threshold for projects subject to prevailing wage from $25,000 to $185,000; House Bill 1367, which would direct L&I to set prevailing wage rates for each county; House Bill 1541, which would stipulate that only projects for which 51 percent or more of the funding is public monies would be subject to prevailing wage requirements; House Bill 709, which would require school districts to opt in prior to subjecting projects to prevailing wage; and House Bill 1191, which would require local governments to opt in prior to subjecting projects to prevailing wage.
Short of full repeal of the 1961 law, the PA Chamber supports efforts to modernize the law and offer protections for taxpayers.
The PA Prevailing Wage Act (the Act) mandates that workers on public construction projects costing over $25,000 be paid the local “prevailing minimum wage”. The problem is the set wage is typically tied to union wages and therefore often grossly inflated, which burdens the Commonwealth and local governments with higher costs and triggers increases to property taxes while providing no real public benefit. Local governments and school districts are operating under increasingly restrictive budgets and the prevailing wage mandate is one more obstacle impeding efforts to balance budgets and improve communities through vital construction projects and infrastructure improvements.
FEDERAL
NLRB Delays Employer Posting RequirementAt the request of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, the National Labor Relations Board has agreed to postpone the effective date of its ruling to require most private-sector employers to notify employees of their rights to form, join or assist a union and engage in collective bargaining. The new effective date is April 30, 2012. The original effective date of the requirement was Nov. 14, 2011. Additional information, including the notice itself, is available here.
The posting requirement is currently facing a legal challenge from the National Association of Manufacturers. NAM’s suit asks NLRB to set aside promulgation of the rule, and alleges that the board has overstepped its statutory authority and ignored congressional intent.
International Student Visa Process Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director John Morton recently announced a new initiative to streamline the international student visa process for foreign students seeking to study in the United States. The initiative is a key component of a government-wide effort to encourage the best and brightest foreign students to study and remain in the U.S.
The Study in the States initiative builds upon other new policies that embrace talented students from other countries, who enrich the nation by working in science and technology jobs and fueling innovation in their chosen fields here in the United States. The DHS previously announced an extension to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) degrees for international student studies, allowing graduates of a STEM degree to remain in the U.S. through Optional Practical Training (OPT) for up to 29 months after graduation.
KeyCentre, Keystone Church and Community Centre hosted a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Friday, September 9 to celebrate their new location at 1224 N. Atherton St. (across from TGIFriday’s).
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Ambassador of the Month: December
Mary Ann Curren, Foxdale VillagePosition: Director, Therapeutic Recreation
Years as an Ambassador: 3 years
What do you enjoy most about being an Ambassador? It is very enjoyable to meet facinating people in a variety of areas and busi-nesses. It is very rewarding to introduce new members of the community to others who may assist with making their business grow.
Hobbies/Interests: College sports, exercise, knitting, and keep-ing in touch with friends.
Ambassador of the Month: November
Andrea Boyles, Youth Service BureauPosition: CEO
Years as an Ambassador: 2 years
What do you enjoy most about being an Ambassador? I enjoy getting to know new people and getting to know area busi-nesses.
Hobbies/Interests: I work alot! I love to travel to new places.
2012 Ambassador Club MembersThe Ambassador Club of the CBICC is the “Goodwill Arm” of the Chamber, and its mission is to welcome and mentor new Chamber members, help in the retention of current members, and provide exceptional service for our members.
The CBICC Ambassador Club is comprised of volunteers com-mitted to strengthening relationships between the CBICC and its members. Founded in 2001, the Ambassador Club is an ex-tremely important committee of the Chamber and plays a vital role in helping the CBICC reach out to its members.
• Edith Binkley, Lia Sophia Jewelry & Clothes Mentor• Diana Blazina, Jersey Shore State Bank• Andrea Boyles, Centre County Youth Service Bureau• Rod Burnham, Comcast Spotlight• B.J. Clitherow, Energy Stewards • Scott Cohagan, Forever Broadcasting• Heidi Cornwall, Senior Daily Living Center• Mary Ann Curren, Foxdale Village• Mindy Dillon, Fulton Bank• Chad Feather, PNC Bank• Crystal Henry, Home Instead Senior Care• Bennett Hoffman, TeamWorks, Inc.• Denise Immel, Citizens Bank• Mark Johnson, The Hartman Group• Tom Kearney, West PennPower• Laurene Keck, Sweetland Engineering• Nichole Kerschner, The Oaks at Pleasant Gap• Marcia Martsolf-Miller, State College Magazine• Dianna Meckley, SPE Federal Credit Union• Dave Shaffer, Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State• Danan Sharer, Nestlerode & Loy, Inc.• Colleen Small, The UPS Store across from Wegmans• Eric Smith, The Pennsylvania State University• Fran Stevenson, Kish Bank• Paul Tobin, Doty & Hench• Trish Turner-Burroughs, Doty & Hench• Joy Vincent-Killian, The Penn Stater Conference Center• Keith Walker, AgChoice Farm Credit, ACA• Colleen Williams, Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc.• Jon Yarger, Northwest Savings Bank• Steve Yetsko, WJAC-TV
Our Ambassadors are easily identified by their red “Ambassa-dor” nametag that they wear at CBICC events, so when you see one of our Ambassadors, thank them for the great work they do.
Ambassdors of the CBICC
Ambassador of the Month: OctoberAmbassador of the Fourth Quarter 2011
Fran Stevenson, Kish BankPosition: Trust Consultant
Years as an Ambassador: 5 years
What do you enjoy most about being an Ambassador? Mostly I enjoy meeting prospective and new members and work-ing with the other Ambassadors. I have developed professional relationships and personal friendships through working as an
Ambassador with the CBICC.
Hobbies/Interests: Fly fishing, field training with our dog Fergus, traveling, reading non-fiction and spending lots of time with our granddaughter.
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Cancer Fit ProMegan Broda1005 S. Atherton St.State College, PA 16801570-594-7463megan@cancerfitpro.comwww.cancerfitpro.comHealth Club/Fitness Training
Centre Region Estate Planning CouncilTom C. King1500 W. College Ave.State College, PA 16801814-238-9442FAX: [email protected]
Country Inn & SuitesMichele MacDonald1357 East College AvenueState College, PA 16801814-234-6000FAX: [email protected]/statecollegepaHotel
Gardners CandiesSam Phillips2600 Adams AvenueTyrone, PA 16686814-684-3925FAX: 814-684-3928info@gardnerscandies.comwww.gardnerscandies.comShopping
Hardcore MuddrunGideon SchwartzP.O. Box 97Julian, PA 16844814-933-8525FAX: 814-353-0239gschwartz@hardcoremud-drun.comwww.hardcoremuddrun.comEntertainment
WELCOME NEW MEMBERSPlease join us in welcoming the following new members to the CBICC from the 2011 fourth quarter. The next time you are looking for a product or service, please consider supporting a CBICC member.
InterconShelly Matter4501 Chambers Hill Rd.Harrisburg, PA 17111717-909-7000FAX: 717-909-7070shelly.matter@gointercon.comwww.gointercon.comConstruction (Home Builders/Land Developers)
KETCHConsultingTed Brown2432 Bernel Rd., Suite 203State College, PA 16803484-919-2966FAX: [email protected]://ketchconsulting.comConsulting (Business & Management)
Lake Creative Communications LLCShannon Lake201 Millgate Rd.Bellefonte, PA 16823814-359-9825shannon.lake@comcast.netwww.lakecreativecommunica-tions.comGraphic Design
MC Quality ConstructionChris Maron125 Ghaner Dr.State College, PA 16803814-308-3583mcqualitycontractor@yahoo.comwww.mcqualitycontractor.comContractors (Home Builders/Remodeling)
Northland Securities, IncKaren Maydick214 Senate Ave., Ste. 602Camp Hill, PA 17011717-763-1002FAX: 717-763-9925kmaydick@northlandsecurities.comwww.northlandsecurities.comBank/Financial Institution
Our Lady of Victory Catholic SchoolKathy Bechdel800 Westerly Pkwy.State College, PA 16801814-238-1592FAX: 814-238-4553principal@olvcs.orgwww.olvcatholicschool.orgEducation (General)
Saint Joseph’s Catholic AcademyDouglas Bleggi901 Boalsburg PikeBoalsburg, PA [email protected] (General)
Soil & Land Investigations LLCMary Kay Lupton3117 Sylvan Grove Rd.Morrisdale, PA [email protected]://soilandland.blogspot.comConsulting
Sutherland Global LogisticsRobert Shearer3006 Research Dr., A-2State College, PA 16801814-231-1331FAX: [email protected] Services
The Nonprofit PartnershipMichael BrandPO Box 792Bellefonte, PA 16823814-933-1408tnp@thenonprofitpartnership.orgwww.thenonprofitpartnership.orgAssociation
Trombley Real EstateMick Trombley210 West Hamilton Ave. #135State College, PA [email protected]/Retail SpaceProperty Management
Waste AnswersAnna RanckPO Box 128Mifflintown, PA 17059717-953-1131aFAX: [email protected] (Environmental)
Wizzards Janitorial SystemsPete DeLosa520A Old RT 220 RoadBellefonte, PA 16823814-280-0128FAX: [email protected]
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Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County | 814-234-1829 | Fax 814-234-5869 | [email protected] | www.cbicc.org Jan/Feb/March 2012
Many businesses from throughout the region participated in the 2011 Central PA Regional Business & Industry Expo presented by 611 MRI/CT on Thursday, November 3. Attendees were able to connect with businesses, attend workshops, sample products and see what the local & regional business community has to offer! Many thanks to the sponsors, volunteers, exhibitors, the Bryce Jordan Center, and attendees who made this event a success! Photos by: Eric Smith
CBICC Members Seen & Heard
Cael Sanderson, Head PSU Wrestling Coach, was the keynote speaker for the kick-off luncheon for the 2011 Central PA Regional Business & Industry Expo presented by 611 MRI/CT.
Exhibitors showcased many of their products and services throughout the day during the Regional Expo.
Many of the attendees took advantage of the networking opportunities available throughout the day.
Global Connections talks with some attendees about their services they offer to the community. There were over 140+ exhibitors that showcased their products and services at the 2011 Regional Expo.
Keystone Real Estate Group talks with some attendees and other exhibitors about space they have avail-able in the Centre Region.
A glimpse of the overall view of the exhibitors on the floor of the BJC during the 2011 Regional Expo.
Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County | 814-234-1829 | Fax 814-234-5869 | [email protected] | www.cbicc.org
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Members joined in on the excitement during the CBICC Annual Meeting presented by Kish Bank on Tuesday, December 13 as we looked forward to the new year ahead. Vern Squier presented what is on the horizon for Centre County and how the CBICC is leading the way. Get more details about the values statement that was presented at the Annual Meeting on page 1. Photos by: Eric Smith
CBICC Members Seen & Heard
We celebrated a number of member anniversaries during the Annual Meeting presented by Kish Bank. Thank you for your continued support of the CBICC!
25 Years:• Briarwood Apartments• Brookline• DTS• Lenwood, Inc.• Meadows & Universal Community Behavioral Health
30 Years:• Preferred Staffing Solutions
35 Years: • Atlas Realty Management Co., Inc.• Beneyfield and Farrell• Kranich’s Fine Jewelry & Gifts• Lions Pride• South Hills School of Business & Technology
45 Years: • Best Event
90 Years:• Citizens Bank
Vern Squier, CEO/President of the CBICC talks with the member-ship during the Annual Meeting about the role of the CBICC/CCIDC in our community as we look ahead to the new year.
Andrea Boyles, CEO, Youth Service Bureau and Craig Weidemann, PSU VP of Outreach, during the Annual Meeting. Craig was the winner of the grand prize donated by Kish Bank where the winner got to choose the non-profit of their choice that the money would go toward. Craig chose the Youth Service Bureau as the recipient of this generous gift.
Citizens Bank was honored during the Annual Meeting along with serveral other businesses who were recognized for their member anniversaries. In 2011, Citizens Bank celebrated 90 years being a CBICC Member!
The CBICC Awards Gala presented by SPE Federal Credit Union will be held on Thursday, March 1 from 5:15 to 8:30 p.m. at The Penn Stater Conference Center.
Join us in recognizing the outstanding contributions of area businesses & individuals within our community. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour sponsored by M&T Bank followed by dinner and the award presentations. Award Nominees are sponsored by Comcast Business Class. David Price will be this year’s emcee and music will be provided by Rick Hirsch Quintessence Band.
Reservations are required by February 16. Cost is $75.00 per person, or organizations can purchase a table of 10 sponsorship for $900.00.
Contact the CBICC at (814) 234-1829 or go to www.cbicc.org for more details.
Thursday, March 1, 2012CBICC Awards Gala
Presented by
COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDSponsored by Centre County Community Foundation, Inc.
• Georgia Abbey, Leadership Centre County
• Betsy Dupuis, Babst, Calland, Clements & Zomnir, PC
• The Hartman Group
CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY AWARDSponsored by Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
• Dix Honda Company • Kish Bank • One on One, Fitness Consultants,
Inc.
EXCELLENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDSponsored by Minitab Inc.
• Clothes Mentor, Edie Binkley• Hotel State College & Company,
Michael Desmond & John Cocolin • StateCollege.com, Dan Myers
OUTSTANDING TECHNOLOGY COMPANY OF THE YEAR AWARDSponsored by Benchmark Construction Company, Inc.
• Actuated Medical, Inc. • AgIntegrated, Inc. • Schoolwires, Inc.
Sponsored By:
2011 AWARD FINALISTSQUALITY OF LIFE AWARDSponsored by Mount Nittany Medical Center
• Centre Area Transportation (CATA) • Tides - A Support Program for
Grieving Children and Adolescents and the People Who Love Them
• Youth Service Bureau
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDSponsored by First National Bank
• Redline Speed Shine of State College, LLC
• Seven Mountains Wine Cellars • Stahl Shaeffer Engineering, LLC
CBICC SPIRIT AWARDSponsored by Northwest Savings Bank
• Rod Burnham, Comcast Spotlight • Eric Smith, The Pennsylvania State
University • Frances H. Stevenson, Kish Bank
OUTSTANDING CBICC VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARDSponsored by The CBICC
• Tom Kearney, West Penn Power • Myra Sletson, Northwest Savings
Bank • Jens Thorsen, Hartman Group