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Easton - Phillipsburg Thursday, June 7 Golf Classic at Cedar Crest College Thursday, June 28 Premier Sponsor: at An Affordable, Independent Licensee of the BlueCross BlueShield Association Nationally Recognized, The Club at Morgan Hill Green Marketing Solution See page 3 for information and sponsors. See page 4 for information and sponsors. 2 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

STAFF DIRECTORY ALLENTOWN OFFICE 610-841-5800 The Board of Governors 840 Hamilton Street, Suite 205, Allentown, PA 18101 Tony Iannelli 610-739-1513 Gregg Feinberg, Esq., Feinberg Law Office President & Chief Executive Officer Chair, Board of Governors, The Chamber Michelle Griffin Young 610-739-1514 Executive VP, Government & External Affairs 610-398-4900 • [email protected] Marlyn Kissner 610-751-4932 Executive VP, Regional Chambers, Councils & BBRP Miriam Huertas 610-751-4929 The Chamber is, and will always be, a bas- Street Lehigh Valley Initiative, which has pensation crisis and removing the cap on VP, Allentown Initiatives tion of regionalism for the Lehigh Valley. allocated approximately $150,000 over net operating loss carryforwards. Danielle Joseph 484-226-0128 We know that regionalism done right four years, leveraging an additional $2 These are a few examples of the VP, Mission Councils happens from the bottom up, and that million in investment. In 2011 we were power of regionalism. Together we can Ellie Passman 610-739-1518 the issues and interests of each of our able to provide funding for 21 projects in make great things happen and share the VP, Regional Councils communities are best served when con- 17 municipalities throughout the Lehigh benefits of our collective influence, Leslie Suhr 484-226-6323 Hamilton District Main Street Manager sidered for their individuality as well as Valley. impact, insight, and innovations as we Mary Himmelberger 610-739-1520 within the context of the entire Lehigh And thanks to our regional strength, continue to develop meaningful and Borough Business Revitalization Coordinator Valley experience. your Chamber is able to be a strong voice mutually beneficial relationships. Lorie Reinert 610-739-1597 As you read through the pages of this of, and advocate for, a more commerce Assistant to The President publication, you will appreciate the friendly climate to help Lehigh Valley Colleen Daniels 610-739-1642 issues, interests and initiatives of each businesses to grow and encourage more Major Events & Councils Administrator independent chamber, council and com- companies to move to properties and Connections is Digital: mittee. Notice their unique perspectives developments in our cities and our sub- BETHLEHEM OFFICE 610-841-5862 as well as the common and interdepend- urbs. Top priorities set forth by our public Visit 561 Main Street, Suite 200, Bethlehem, PA 18018 ent themes. This is the true meaning of policy committee are reforming prevail- LehighValleyChamber.org/ Frank Facchiano 610-739-1515 regionalism! ing wage legislation, getting government Executive VP, Member Relations At The Chamber, the understanding of out of health insurance, resolving the Connections & Operations the importance of regionalism has driven Commonwealth’s unemployment com- Lynn Logue 610-739-1510 us to many non-traditional enterprises, VP, Bethlehem Initiatives such as our foundation and its Main Michael Schlossberg 484-809-1796 Local business scoop to be delivered daily to members VP, Member Relations & Applied Technology Marta Anglade 484-547-8970 Board of Governors Business moves fast. Now you can keep up. As a VP, Multicultural Initiatives Executive Committee valued member of the Greater Lehigh Valley Brandy Skorupsky 610-739-1000 Chamber of Commerce, you’ll get Biz Buzz, a daily Chair, Gregg Feinberg, Esq., AVP, Communications e-newsletter produced by The Morning Call busi- Feinberg Law Office Gina Martens 610-739-1511 ness staff, delivered at noon to your inbox. Biz Buzz Member Relations Director Tony Iannelli, The Chamber, scoops up what’s happening in the world of local President & CEO Samantha Schwartz 610-751-4979 business and presents it in a format easy to digest Vice Chair, Stephen Patterson, TD Bank Downtown Bethlehem Association Manager for a busy person like you. In addition to what you Kara Johnson 610-739-1775 Treasurer, Bruce Palmer, need to know about the local business scene, DBA Assistant Manager Buckno, Lisicky & Company you’ll also get national business headlines, break- Melody Gardner 610-739-3385 Immediate Past Chair, Buddy Lesavoy, ing stories and other business resources. Timely Major Events, Gov. Affairs & Ops. Coordinator Lesavoy Butz & Seitz, LLC FROM Jennifer Rodgers 610-739-1516 and authoritative, Biz Buzz will appear in your Special Events Coordinator Anne Baum, Capital BlueCross inbox every weekday just in time for your business Loly Reynolds 610-739-1273 & Chamber Foundation Chair lunch so that you can take care of business, well DBA Manager Assistant Anthony Biondi, Merchants Bank BUSINESS DESK informed! Look for Biz Buzz this week. Joe Brake, Coca-Cola Bottling EASTON OFFICE 610-841-5852 158 A Northampton Street, Easton, PA 18042 Co of the Lehigh Valley Eileen Budd, Budd Agency, Inc. Dawn Werkheiser 610-751-4980 Executive VP, Finance & Human Resources Nancy Dischinat, Lehigh Valley Alison Miers 610-739-1512 Workforce Investment Board VP, Easton Initiatives Barry Fisher, 69-WFMZ-TV & wfmz.com Sharon Davis 610-973-4404 Ollie Foucek, Tallman, Hudders Borough Business Revitalization Coordinator & Sorrentino Meg Dowd 610-739-8858 Bob Friedman, AFLAC Phillipsburg & Easton Initiatives Coordinator Kate Hart, KNBT Bank Tina Marte 610-739-5422 Finance & IT Coordinator John Hayes, AFC First Financial Corporation PHILLIPSBURG OFFICE Drew Maron, Maron Financial 314 South Main Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 Solutions Mike Dowd 610-739-1521 Rick Principato, Tower Products, Inc. VP, Phillipsburg Initiatives David Schaare, Jiorle’s Office Supply

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Hosted by The Chamber’s Women’s Business Council & the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley’s Women’s Leadership Initiative

Featuring Keynote Speaker: GLORIA STEINEM An American icon - feminist, author, journalist and national speaker, Gloria Steinem is best known for her leadership during the women’s liberation movement in the 1960’s and 1970’s.

CEDAR CREST COLLEGE WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE • 100 College Drive, Allentown 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • $125 Member / $175 Non-Member To register, contact Colleen Daniels at [email protected] or see the enclosed flier.

Premier Sponsor: Platinum Sponsors: Gold Sponsors:

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Reception Sponsor: Silver Sponsors: Bronze Sponsors:

Beverage Sponsor:

® Sponsors as of 5/5/12:

This is a fabulous opportunity to spend the day with the Valley’s most influential women in business, philanthropy, government, education, healthcare and the arts. During our lively breakout sessions, you will have the opportunity to learn how the synergy of business, philanthropy, government, education, healthcare and the arts can empower us to make a difference in the world. You WILL leave this conference inspired.

Schedule: 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. Registration, Breakfast and Networking 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. Open Networking Luncheon 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Opening Address and Scholarship Presentation 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Keynote Address “The Longest Revolution” Gloria 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. Breakout Session #1 Steinem 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. Coffee and Chocolate Break 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Anniversary Reception 11:15 - 12:00 Noon Breakout Session #2 4 June 2012 Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org Upcoming Chamber Golf Tournaments

Easton - Phillipsburg Golf Classic Golf Tournament Thursday, June 28 Monday, August 20 The Club at Morgan Hill Bethlehem Golf Club 100 Clubhouse Drive, Easton 400 Illick’s Mill Road, Bethlehem 11:30 a.m. Registration & Lunch • 1 p.m. Shotgun Start 11 a.m. Registration & Lunch • 12 Noon Shotgun Start 6 p.m. (Approx.) Dinner & Awards 5:30 p.m. Clambake & Awards $150 Member, $275 Twosome, $500 Foursome, $45 Dinner Only $140 Member, $450 Foursome, $50 Dinner Only

Now in its fifth year, the Easton - Phillipsburg Golf Classic This is Bethlehem’s oldest golf tournament. The Walla Gazoo is a great tradition for the Valley and a fantastic has been the mainstay of the Bethlehem Chamber for more than 60 years. bonding and networking experience with Easton There will be awards, great prizes and terrific food. This event is a must for the Chamber member who wants to network and Phillipsburg businesses. while golfing. This event sold out last year, it is advised you reserve early.

Course Sponsor: Luncheon Sponsor: Front Nine Sponsor: Luncheon Sponsor: Back Nine Sponsor: Beverage Sponsor:

Beverage Sponsors: Independent Licensee of the BlueCross BlueShield Association Platinum Sponsor: Cart Sponsor: Hole Sponsors:

Hole Sponsors:

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The Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealers Association will present Auto Show on the Green at each of our golf events and will provide Hole-in-One prizes of $25,000 New Car Certificates, accepted at any GLVADA member dealership!

Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Contact Frank at [email protected] or 610-739-1515 for more information.

To register for these events, please see the enclosed flier, or... Easton-Phillipsburg Golf Tournament: Contact Meg Dowd at [email protected]. Walla Gazoo Golf Tournament: Contact Kara Johnson [email protected]. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 5

Lorie Reinert Celebrates Main Street Initiatives 5 Years With The Chamber! Anne Baum, Capital BlueCross I can’t believe it’s my fast and easy friends. Chair, The Chamber Foundation been five years Over the years this Chamber has 610-820-2862 • [email protected] already! I love our partnered with several other Chambers, Lehigh Valley - I created new councils and committees, was born in and started Main Street programs in 7 of Allentown, grew up in Emmaus, moved our Boroughs and Hamilton District. Not The dictionary defines COMMUNITY as “a much as part of the borough, but part of to southern Schuylkill County and everyone can say their boss has his own group of people living together in one the COMMUNITY. worked in Bethlehem for many years. television show, Business Matters, and I’ve come full circle back to the hustle can be heard for miles and miles on the place, especially one practicing common The previous round of our MSLV grant and bustle that is downtown Allentown. radio every Friday. I have enjoyed get- ownership.” funding was utilized by this group to pur- I especially love that our Chamber Team ting to know our awesome and growing Urban revitalization revolves around the chase a fourth gateway sign, event planks is making a positive difference ON EVERY business community, members of our concept of IMAGE and IDENTITY. According to hang from all the welcome signs to pro- MAIN STREET. Board of Governors, Chamber to the PA Downtown Center, “Image focus- mote their 7 annual events, and banners for I remember my first day here in our Foundation and public sector leaders. es upon perceptions of the neighborhood their centennial celebration next year. brand new offices in the beautiful Butz My job is never boring! I love that I learn by non-residents... Identity describes how Traditional events, historic preservation, Building. I was and still am so excited to something new every day. Tony is sup- residents view or feel about their own and respect for the past are primary ways be part of such an unbeatable team! I portive of all of us both professionally neighborhood.” that this community identifies themselves. was no stranger to The Chamber; having and personally. He is an aggressive, Alburtis is a town of less than 2,500 peo- They want to share this passion with served as a volunteer Chamber smart and sassy leader and with any luck ple, with a one block downtown. Yet they other people; these grant-funded projects Ambassador, I felt right at home. Tony he will let me stay for at least another have continued their participation in the will help them to enhance the image of and I hit it off right away - we were both five years. ‘referee’s (he for hockey, me for cycling). Chamber’s Borough Business Revitalization their town to outsiders. As passersby travel Other staff I didn’t already know became P.S. Tony is also a great singer! Program (BBRP) since it was established in through the borough, Alburtis wants them 2005. Their value in the program is molded to know that they take pride in their town around the core element of “community” - and that they’re proud of their heritage. ADVERTISE IN CONNECTIONS - Contact Brandy Skorupsky of sense of place, of “identity.” Residents in Their mission is to share that with others. at [email protected] for information. this small town IDENTIFY themselves not so Thank You to our Volunteers!

(L-R): Joseph J. ElChaar, Spotless Services, Inc., Allentown Chamber President; Joe Farkas, Aspire Consulting - Vistage, East Penn Chamber President; Drew Maron, Maron Financial Solutions, The Chamber’s Executive Committee; Deborah McDonald, VP, QNB Bank, Southern Lehigh Chamber President; Carol Ritter, CarolTalks.Com, LeBEAM President; David Schaare, Jiorle’s Office Supplies, Phillipsburg Area Chamber Chair; and Graham Simmons, Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A., Easton Area Chamber Chair. 6 June 2012 Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 7 8 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce and Iobst Travel American Express present... Rome& the AmalfiCoast Hosted by Tony Iannelli Departing September 27 - October 6, 2012 Join The Chamber, business leaders and friends Deadline for a 10-day, all inclusive trip to experience to sign up the beauty of the Tuscany region of Italy. for this trip is June 30 Highlights Include: • Whisper Headsets • Rome • Regional Wines with Dinner • Ravello • Villa Rufolo • Vietri-sul-Mare • Sorrento • Amalfi Coast • Paestum • Pompeii • Wine Tasting • Naples Archeological Museum • 10 Days • 13 Meals Itinerary: Day 1: Overnight Flight. Day 2: Tour begins in Rome. Welcome dinner. Day 3: Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, panoramic tour, Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, and the Arch of Constantine. Colosseum. Piazza Navona. Day 4: Depart Rome and to the Amalfi Coast. Ravello, Villa Rufolo, Vietri-sul-Mare, Mediterranean Sea. Day 5: Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi Coast cruise, Amalfi, Praiano, Minori, Vietri. Day 6: Tour a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory. Paestum, Greek temples. Day 7: A day at leisure. Boat to Capri. Day 8: Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius, Lacryma Christo wines, Neapolitan lunch, Vietri-sul-Mare. Day 9: Naples, National Archeological Museum, farewell dinner. Day 10: Tour ends.

Double $3,399 ; Single $3,849; Triple $3,369 Rates are Per Person *Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Newark Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $150 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers. Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $220 per person. For more information, contact Lorie Reinert at [email protected] or 610-739-1597. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 9

Commercial Real Estate Awards 2012 * Courtesy of www.i360tours.com/John Wilchek Jr.

The Chamber held its Lehigh Valley Commercial Real Estate Outlook & Awards event on April 19 at the Holiday Inn Conference Center. With about 400 Chamber members in attendance, highlights included a featured presentation entitled “From Main Street to Commerce Way” as well as the annual Commercial Real Estate Dev. (CRED) award presentations. 1 2 3 Photo 1: Louis P. Pektor, III, President, Ashley Development Corporation addressed the crowd. Photo 2: Bethlehem Mayor John Callahan (right) presented a CRED award to The Levitt Pavilion. Mary Stubbman, Vice-Chair of Levitt Board and Tony Hanna, Director, Bethlehem Redevelopment Author- ity accepted the award. Photo 3: C. Alan Walker, Secretary, Department of Community and Economic Development, Common- 4 wealth of PA presented to the audience. Photo 4: Ron. H. Eichenberg, Associate Broker Managing Director, 6 The Frederick Group introduced the featured speakers to the audience. Photo 5: Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski (left) presented a CRED award to Allentown Art Museum of the Lehigh Valley (expansion project). The award was accepted by J. Brooks Joyner, Priscilla Payne Hurd President and CEO, Allentown Art 5 Museum (right). Photo 6: More than 400 Chamber members attended the event. Photo 7: Doug S. Frederick, Doug S. Frederick, Owner/Broker, The Frederick Group provided a market 8 9 data update. Photo 8: Easton Mayor Sal Panto Jr. (right) presented a CRED award to The Arts Plaza at Lafayette College. Mitchell Wein, VP for Finance and Administration, Lafayette College 7 (Left) accepted the award. Photo 9: Frank Facchiano, The Chamber, recognized the sponsors. Photo 10: (L-R) Gregg Feinberg, Chair, The Chamber’s Board of Governors; and Lynn Cunningham, The Chamber. Photo 11: (L-R) Lee A. Butz and Dolly Butz, Alvin H. Butz, Inc; David Jaindl, Jackie Jandl, Cathy Jaindl- Leuthe, and Adam Jaindl, Jaindl Land Company.

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Watch Business Matters Monday’s at 8 p.m. on WFMZ, Ch. 69 Healthcare Legislative Committee Tom Huntzinger, Emerson, Reid & Co. Chair, Healthcare Legislative Committee 717-495-1380 • [email protected]

Readers of this column know that the U.S. months in case you’re counting. 3) The to worry about how it will get paid for, but, has universal healthcare services, just not nurse to inpatient ratio is so bad that the good luck on actually receiving timely serv- universal insurance coverage to pay for it. study I read didn’t even reveal it. It did say ice. Oh, and did I mention that their govern- Business Matters with Chamber So, how do other countries do it? Well, that 90 percent of Brits think there should ment must squeeze 20 billion British President & CEO Tony Iannelli, is the Great Britain has been at this universal be legislation to require certain minimum Pounds out of national health system region’s only local business show on coverage thing for years, and here’s ratios. But, wait, without more nurses, the spending over the next four years? Maybe commercial television. Business where they are: 1) The government’s “tar- number of admissions will have to they can use the U.S. solution and just print Matters is a half-hour interview show get” (goal) is to have no more than 18 decrease and increase the waiting period. the money they need. Meanwhile, here in that gets inside the minds of business weeks between a general practitioner’s What a circle. the U.S., serious people think there should and community leaders to talk about referral and hospital admission! So, how Why do I bother to bring this up? Well, be a “single payer” (government run) sys- their successes and challenges, as well does that sit with you? 2) One in seven here is a Federal government running tem. Be careful what you wish for. as regional public policy issues and patients wait at least 26 weeks, that’s six healthcare. It tells you that you don’t have world trends. GET NOTICED: Enhance Your Chamber Website Listing! Visit Become a Featured Member and make your website listing stand-out above the competition! www.wfmz.com/businessmatters Contact Mike Schlossberg at 484-809-1796 or [email protected].

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Energy & Environmental Committee

“Tips to Decrease Energy Use During Warmer Months” - Ed Wilson, Executive Director of Associations, Constellation Energy

Electricity use in Pennsylvania typically money by looking for times when lighting reaches its peak in the summer months can be reduced. Overnight security lighting just ahead, which makes this a good time might be able to use just one out of every to examine your energy use and look for 10 light fixtures, rather than all or half. savings opportunities. Occupancy sensors, which turn off lights when there is no motion in buildings or Lighting: Lighting accounts for about 21 rooms, are affordable and offer potential percent of the energy used in a building. savings of 10 percent on lighting. Lighting During bright summer days, it’s worth- often generates heat, which makes the air while to consider your options before conditioning system work even harder flipping on the switch. Businesses and when all the lights are on during hot sum- residents that aren’t already using com- mer days. Turning off unnecessary lights pact fluorescent light bulbs should con- will save electricity and reduce the work- sider making the switch. Compact fluo- load of the air conditioning system. rescents use 75 percent less energy and last about 10 times longer than incandes- HVAC: Heating, ventilation and air-condi- cent bulbs. According to the EnergyStar tioning (HVAC) systems account for 40 to calculator, replacing just 10 standard 60- 60 percent of the energy used in U.S. watt incandescent light bulbs with 15- commercial and residential buildings, watt compact fluorescents can save more according to the U.S. Department of than $100 per year in energy costs. This is Energy, making HVAC a good target for just a fraction of the savings cities and energy savings. towns could realize by making the switch *To read the entire article, please visit on a wider scale. LehighValleyChamber.org/EnergyEnviro Businesses and residents can also save nmental and click on “Monthly Updates.” Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 11

SAVE THESE DATES Workforce Investment Board Nancy Dischinat, Lehigh Valley Workforce Investment Board 610-841-1122 • [email protected]

Help Wanted: Summer Jobs for Youth! Youth are the hardest hit demographics people develop workforce and leader- Upcoming Chamber Events group in this challenging economy. ship skills, and connects them to the While the national unemployment rate is workforce. 8.3%, this rate almost triples to 23.8% for How Can Your Company or young adults 16 to 19 years old. For Organization Get Involved? Lehigh Valley Women’s Summit: Thursday, June 7 those at the bottom of the employment 1. Complete a CareerFORCE Worksite pile, including youth and those without Experience request on www.lvwib.org or Easton Chamber Annual Dinner: Thursday, June 14 experience or training, it is difficult to find call Cindy Evans, LVWIB, 610-841-1004 to employment even at minimum wage levels. be considered as an employer worksite Excellence in Business Awards: Wednesday, June 20 As an employer, you can help for paid summer youth work experience. reverse this employment trend by 2. Join the youth employment move- Easton Phillipsburg Golf Classic: Thursday, June 28 jump-starting a young person’s early ment by visiting the Summer Jobs+ web- career and becoming a CareerFORCE site at www.dol.gov/summerjobs. 25th Annual Phillipsburg Ole Towne Festival: July 20 - 22 Worksite. The Lehigh Valley Workforce Help us jump-start youth employ- Investment Board, Inc. can help pay for ment... become a CareerFORCE The Amory Winery Mixer: Wednesday, August 1 the cost of employing youth at your com- Worksite for the summer and go to pany or organization during the summer. www.lvwib.org to register today! Eligible CareerFORCE Worksites may be Walla Gazoo Golf Tournament: Monday, August 20 in the private, for-profit, non-profit or public sectors. Bethlehem VegFest: Saturday, September 8 By becoming a CareerFORCE Worksite, you’ll be part of a nationwide Hispanic Chamber’s Annual Gala: Saturday, September 22 movement called Summer Jobs+, backed by Labor Secretary Solis to find summer Chamber Celtic Kick-Off: Wednesday, September 26 jobs for America’s youth. Reports have stated that youth employment is a critical LV Energy & Environment Conference & Expo: element of success for young people. As a Friday, September 28 pathway to careers and education, meaningful summer employment helps young Lehigh Valley Mayors’ Dinner: Tuesday, October 16 Marketing Solutions for Chamber Members ATHENA Awards: Tuesday, October 23 A Chamber membership investment translates to about $5,000 in FREE marketing Halloween 5K Run: Sunday, October 28 opportunities. Where else are you getting a 1000%+ return on your investment? Add the value of networking, hundreds of member-to-member discounts and exclusive member benefit programs and your return on investment is PRICELESS! For infor- : mation about the opportunities listed below, contact your Member Relations The Chamber’s Annual Meeting Department at 610-841-5862. Tuesday, November 13 *** NOT ON ELECTION DAY THIS YEAR *** • FREE Mailing List • FREE Listings • TRADE Radio Giveaways • FREE Member News/Press Releases • FREE Radio Spots • FREE Newspaper Advertising • FREE A Lehigh Valley Christmas in Concert: Coupon Page • FREE Coupon Submission • Business Referrals • FREE Media List • FREE Guest Blog Post • FREE Member of the Day • FREE Link on the Blog Sunday, November 25 • FREE Community Events - Calendar Listings • Affordable Web Advertising • Affordable Monthly Publication Advertising • Cost Effective Email Advertising and Surveys • A Wide Range of Sponsorship Opportunities • Grand Openings / For more information on these events, visit Ribbon Cuttings/Anniversary Celebrations/Mixers • Affordable Membership LehighValleyChamber.org/Events Directory Advertising 12 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 13

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Alvaro Diaz Director, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 610-351-6798 • [email protected]

Hispanics or Latinos have been living in 100,000 potential customers for any the Lehigh Valley for more than 100 years. provider of goods and services. The pur- A note from The Chronicle & News, a fore- chasing power of Latinos is expected to runner of The Morning Call, on its edition reach $1.5 trillion nationally by 2015 and of May 27, 1899, indicates that Luis in approximately 30 years one in three Echeverría, the Puerto Rican adopted son U.S. residents will be of Latino extraction. of Colonel John Birkenstock of Hispanic- Are you taking advantage of the oppor- American War fame, was already making tunities that this population segment the news. The note commented that offers you to expand your market share? Echeverría had caught in the Jordan Our Hispanic Chamber can assist your Creek “a snake measuring nearly 3 feet in business to access the growing Latino mar- length”. Evidently they also had very slow ket in the Lehigh Valley. We know the cul- news days at that time... Mexicans came ture and we know the language. Call us to work at the steel factories in the 1910s and we let you know how. and 1920s, and over the ensuing decades Latinos of various nationalities continued to flock to the Lehigh Valley to find work Photos: Highlights from the Hispanic and make their homes here. The 2010 U.S. Chamber’s Cinco De Mayo Fiesta. Stay census ranks the Hispanic population of tuned for more photos in July’s issue. the Lehigh Valley at roughly 100,000, a whopping 265% increase from the 2000 *Photos courtesy of Sherry Clewell census. Strictly from a business point of Photography. view we see these 100,000 Hispanics as 14 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 15

LGBT Business Council

Ryan L. Roth, Express Medical Billing Services LLC Chair, LGBT Business Council 610-289-2980 Ext. 28 • [email protected]

Results from the LGBT Business Council details about future events in these key survey are in. Participants were asked to areas. Meanwhile, I encourage people to comment on the new council’s mission, attend the Chamber’s upcoming FREE as well as provide feedback for planning workshop “Best Practices for an future events. We had excellent participa- Equality Workplace” on June 12 from 7 tion. Regarding the mission of the new - 8:30 a.m., presented by Adrian E. council, the following phrases resonated Shanker, President of Equality highest with respondents: “Foster diversi- Pennsylvania. ty in the Lehigh Valley business commu- On Sunday, April 29, I attended the nity”; “Promote business networking in grand opening celebration of LGBT- the LGBT business community”; owned Hand and Stone Massage and “Promote non-discrimination policies”; Facial Spa in Easton, located in the shop- “Strengthen opportunities and equality ping center next to Wegmans off of Route for LGBT businesses”; and “Advocate on 248. Attendees were treated to compli- behalf of LGBT Businesses.” To achieve mentary chair massages and waxing these aims, respondents ranked the need services, as well as delicious treats provid- for networking events highest, followed ed by LGBT-owned Sweet Girlz Bakery, by employer/employee training events, also in Easton. You can check both busi- small business development workshops, nesses out on Facebook for other upcom- and mentoring opportunities for LGBT ing events and promotions. If you have youth. Respondents also expressed inter- an event that you’d to share with LGBT est in developing an LGBT business direc- council members, please email me at tory, highlighting LGBT and LGBT friendly [email protected]. businesses locally. Stay tuned for more *Ryan’s photo by Kate Duffy. 16 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 17

Small Business Council Connections and Solutions. Luann LaRussa, Pinwheel Graphix President, Small Business Council 610-588-8797 • [email protected]

You walk in the room. There are a lot of Have you been watching? Our breakfast will be our Excellence In Business Awards people you want to meet. You feel wel- meeting on May 18 was centered on reception. Why not join us, with fellow past come. Someone greets you at the door Masterminds, was well attended and EIBA winners, to congratulate this year’s and asks you about your business. They detailed the benefits of belonging to a recipients, John Yurconic Agency and genuinely care. You are personally intro- Masterminds group. If you missed it, and Servpro of Easton, Bethlehem & duced to some of the attendees. Business are interested in finding out more about Whitehall and network with those mem- cards are exchanged. You get a chance to the Masterminds program, please contact bers who have achieved excellence in their find out about them and vice versa. The me. Special thanks to the Chair, Michelle businesses and professional lives. It will be scenario is set for a follow up meeting to Landis, and the whole Masterminds com- hosted at Coca-Cola Park. It’s a great atmos- see how you can work together. Next mittee for all their dedication to making phere even when there isn’t a game! everyone enjoys some food and a rele- this program the success it is. We hope to see you at our next event. vant presentation. Sound good? I just If you can’t make our Friday morning Come meet the new board members. I detailed a typical Small Business regular time, we are offering you an guarantee you will feel welcomed. Breakfast event. evening event on June 20. The program

Small Business Council Board Photo 1: Desiree Lake of Community Services for Children, Snow Ball chair, presented Larry Wiersch of Cetronia President: Luann LaRussa Ambulance Corps with a $25,369.49 Pinwheel Graphix 610-588-8797 check for the Snow Ball auction proceeds. Vice President: J. Matthew Zator Zator Law 610-432-1900 x247 Immediate Past President: Tom Rooney SBC Breakfast Sponsorship Express Employment 610-264-4080 Opportunity: Professionals Contact Danielle Joseph at 484-226-0128 for details.

David Dunn 610-439-1500 Photo 2: Attendees gathered for a joint David Dunn Law Offices, PC Hispanic Chamber and Small Business David Ellowitch 267-240-9736 Council networking lunch in April. Ellowitch 3, LLC Members were able to pitch their business, learn how they can help others and Murtaza Jaffer 610-972-5291 arrange one on one follow up meetings. Express Business Center Inc. Howard Josephs 570-807-0582 Photo 3: Daren Prokopowich; Chuck Tursack Printing, Inc. Weinmann, Chair of SBC’s Golf Commit- Michelle Landis 610-438-4666 tee; and Joe Coulson, Wedgewood. ActionCOACH Photo 4: Golfers in the SBC 2012 Spring Joan Marcus 610-437-3255 League. Joan B. Marcus Communications LLC Jennifer Mizak 610-504-0008 LM Group LLC Scott Palochik 610-867-4340 x112 ADVERTISE IN Enterprise Systems Partners Inc. CONNECTIONS Paul Ricciardi 610-217-3838 Golden Pepper Productions, Inc. The Chamber’s Walter Sanders 484-894-6768 Monthly Publication Sanders Brand Solutions Chuck Weinmann 610-871-0900 For information, KNBT Division of National Penn Bank contact Brandy Skorupsky at [email protected]. 18 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Buy Lehigh Valley Business Expo 2012 * Courtesy of www.i360tours.com/John Wilchek Jr.

The Women’s Business Council held it’s annual Business Expo at the Rauch Fieldhouse on April 11. With about 1,000 people in attendance, highlights included 20 FREE breakout seminars as well as award presentations to 3 partici- pating vendors.

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Photo 1: Allentown Partners booth: Wandie Rodriguez, Nikola Millen of the Holiday Inn Center City Allentown and Lucy Bloise of Allentown Symphony.

Photo 2: AmericaVen won the award for “Best in Show”.

Photo 3: Sweet Girlz booth. 3 4 5

Photo 4: Ricoh booth.

Photo 5: Pepsi vendor.

Photo 6: Carol Ritter, LeBEAM Chair; Tony Iannelli, Chamber President & CEO; and Marlyn Kissner, The Chamber.

Photo 7: Servpro of Easton, 6 7 Bethlehem & Whitehall won the award for “Most Interactive and Informative”.

Photo 8: Northstar Adventure booth.

Photo 9: Valley Wide Signs booth.

Photo 10: Deb McDonald, SLCC 8 9 President and the QNB team. 10

Photo 11: John Yurconic Agency booth.

Photo 12: EBC won the award for “Most Customer Focused”.

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Women’s Business Council

Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq., King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC President, Women’s Business Council 610-332-0390 • [email protected]

Our April luncheon, “Breaking • create one calendar for all appoint- • be flexible; children. I hope to be that inspiration to Networking Barriers”, by Bob Friedman, ments; • stay open-minded to new suggestions my own daughter one day as well. broke all barriers by providing one of the • promote telecommuting into your and solutions when problems emerge; Can you have it all? Yes, absolutely! first interactive programs on how to workday; • let go of the guilt; Did you know that these successful engage all types of marketers! • build a support network; • establish limits and boundaries; and career women were also mothers? Part II of May Series: All mothers are • delegate responsibilities and communi- • create daily routines. Charlotte Perkins Gilman, deemed the “working” mothers. However, mothers that cation to your support system; great feminist scribe for the “yellow wallpa- also have a career have extra responsibili- • devote weekends and free weekday In closing, being a mother is a privilege per?” Deborah Sampson, enlisted in the ties and are challenged with balancing evenings to family activities; and working mother’s should be proud army and served in the Revolutionary War their career and family responsibilities. • recharge as you head back to the office; because not only do they support the dressed as a man? Hedy Lamarr, a movie Here are helpful hints from successful • be 100% focused on the task at work or needs of their family, but they also demon- star and inventor, co-creating an anti-jam- women to help in attaining that balance: at home; strate that they are an inspiration to ming device for radio-controlled torpedos - • prioritize, prioritize, priorite; women and especially their “daughters” or a technology also used today with cell phones and other wireless communica- Women’s Business Council Board tions.

President: Dorota Gasienica-Kozak King, Spry, Herman, 610-332-0390 Freund & Faul, LLC WBC Business of the Month: Imm. Past President: Marilee Falco, CFP Iron Lakes Country Club JoycePayne Partners 610-882-3882 1st Vice President: Deborah Allen Iron Lakes Country Club is a public Cetronia Ambulance 610-398-0239 x513 country club housing an 18 hole golf Corps., Inc. course, athletic fields which are VP Marketing: Ann Marie Surovy domed and fully climate controlled LifePath, Inc. 610-264-5724 x259 during the winter months, and a full VP Membership: Darlene Pors service banquet facility. Located on H.T. Lyons, Inc. 610-530-2600 Photo 1: Luann LaRussa gave Melissa over 100 acres, the golf course is VP Programs: Carla Hickey Fritzinger advice on how to best network presided over by PGA professional Girl Scouts of Eastern PA 610-791-2411 and make relationships. Gerard Davis. Meeting and event Secretary: Melissa Fritzinger Photo 2: Bob Friedman, Ambassadors spaces include three newly renovated Legacy Planning Partners 484-765-9100 chair, provided tips on how to break net- areas with accommodations for 10 to x304 working barriers to the WBC lunch 300+ guests. Iron Lakes offers in- guests. house planning and coordination Photos 3 - 5: Attendees at the Business services and takes pride in exemplary Jennifer Ceneviva 610-282-2782 Expo not only took advantage of the per- customer service and attention to Edwards Jones Investments fect networking opportunity, but they detail. For more information, please Sharon Laudone 610-439-5091 also attended FREE seminars/workshops contact Christine M. Brown at Working Dog Press throughout the day. *Photos 3 - 5 cour- 610.395.3624, ext 232 or Elizabeth Martell 610-393-3500 tesy of Sherry Clewell Photography. [email protected] Assurance First Land Abstract Company Jodi Nagy 610-691-4424 Valley National Bank Arlene Peltola 610-606-4666 x3753 Cedar Crest College Linda Reed Friedman 610-432-4888 Advanta Strategies, LLC Tracy Schadler 484-623-4460 Exhibit Studios Nancy Signorovitch 610-882-9200 Discover Lehigh Valley Christine Stazo 610-295-7493 Christine’s Secret Garden Sally Ullman 610-966-4744 Sally Ullman Photography 20 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 21

Young Professionals Council

Paul Ricciardi, Golden Pepper Productions Co-Chair, Young Professionals Council 610-217-3838 • [email protected]

“Dress professionally.” The words dreaded Council to bring you a professional fash- by some young professionals and whole- ion event where all of your questions will Photos: On April 25, the YPC held a Meet heartedly embraced by others. Many be answered: what to wear when, why and Greet at the Sunset Grille in people look at professional attire as an you should bother with professional Allentown. opportunity to get “dressed up” - some- attire, and how to create your own style. Photo 1: The YPC Board of Directors. (L-R) thing they aren’t able to do very often - For more details or to sign up for this Bret Ludlow, Liquid Interactive; Allison and enjoy every occasion it is required of event, visit The Chamber’s website or feel Lisiecki, Hilton Garden Inn, them. There does exist a group that views free to contact any member of our board. Allentown/Bethlehem Airport; Stephen a suit (for a man or woman) or shirt and We look forward to seeing you on June Cunic, Signs by Tomorrow; Caley Bittner, tie as a “uniform”, much like what some of 26! Lehigh Valley Style Magazine; Erin Holt, us wore during our school days. They see Lehigh Valley IronPigs; Paul Ricciardi, business attire as something that robs Golden Pepper Production; with Marta them of an identity - since most people Anglade, The Chamber. are wearing a black, blue, or grey suit - Photo 2: Erin Holt and Stephen Cunic and an opportunity to be unique. networking with YPC members. Nothing could be farther the truth! Photo 3: Caley Bittner, Paul Ricciardi, In reality, having to dress professional- Theresa Walsh, Eric Boyle with a guest. ly allows you many opportunities to add Photo 4: The Chamber’s Frank Facchiano, your own personality and style to what Justin Beidleman and YPC attendees. you wear in business settings. The question remains, how to make *Photos courtesy of www.i360tours.com/ this happen? On June 26 the YPC will John Wilchek Jr. partner with the Women’s Business 22 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Employee Appreciation Luncheon 2012

The Chamber held its Employee Apprediation Luncheon on April 25 at SteelStacks Arts and Cultural Campus. Highlights included a fun and interactive presentation about safety, as well as dozens of door prize give-aways.

Photo 1: Gina Martens, Director of Member Relations The Chamber 2 and Nelson Lauver, Co-owner of the Pepper Spray Store in Bethlehem. Nelson presented “Safety & your personal protection.” 1 Photo 2: The John Yurconic Agency team.

Photo 3: Samantha Anglestein at The Wescoe School of Muhlenberg College.

Photo 4: Jane George, Coowner at 4 5 The Pepper Spray Store.

Photo 5: Theresa Kramer, Assistant Store Manager, Brooks Brothers spoke about the Brooks Brothers Corporate Incentive Program.

Photo 6: 120 attendees enjoyed the luncheon, while learning about per- 3 sonal safety.

Photo 7: Chuck Genna, Public 6 Relations, Marketing Director, Lanta addressed the audience. Lanta was the Premier Partner sponsor for the event.

Photo 8: The team at Working Dog Press.

Photo 9: Donna Benner and the team at ManPower.

Photo 10: Maryann Muschlitz, 7 8 9 Board Member, International Association of Administrative Professionals.

Photo 11: (L-R) Katherine Kaneps, Thermo Fisher; Frank Facchiano, The Chamber; Deb McDonald, QNB Bank and SLCC President; and Stefanie Schulberger, QNB Bank.

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Ambassador Committee

Bob Friedman, AFLAC Chair, Ambassador Committee 610-398-3727 • [email protected]

“Rainy Day People” - Gordon Lightfoot

Rainy day people always seem to know people like you and we know relationship when it’s time to call. Did you know the building is the cornerstone to growth, but... Ambassadors have taken on several new we know we need prospects NOW! That is initiatives to serve members in a more why we hold special speed networking relevant, value added way? Just ask, and events for many of the Mission Councils. we will put together a plan of action for Come join us; leads galore and relaxed. We you to maximize your membership with a also present networking/net-weaving in its Customized Member Plan. various forms at breakfast/luncheon meet- If you get lonely all you need is that ings to large and small attended audiences. rainy day love. Not only will you find us Rainy day lovers don’t hide love assisting at larger mixers, but we serve at inside... they just pass it on. special events like the Commercial Real Estate Outlook Luncheon and the Chamber’s Annual Meeting to help you find your way. But wait, there’s more! Each Ambassador is assigned to a council such as Western Lehigh and all the “Chambers Ambassadors Committee within the Chamber.” We assist, motivate Executive Committee and help retain members, too. Rainy day people don’t talk they just Chair: Bob Friedman 610-398-3727 listen till they’ve heard it all. Have you Aflac The Chamber has noticed lately what a super job the staff Luann LaRussa 610-588-8797 does attracting new members? But did you Pinwheel Graphix more than 5,000 know Ambassadors telephone each new Elizabeth Martell 610-393-3500 friends on Facebook... member to “fact find” and listen to what Assurance First Land Abstract Company members want? Alysia Radford 610-821-4137 Photo 1: Florence Italian Grille hosted a are you one of them? Rainy day people always seem to know Capital BlueCross Chamber mixer on April 12 at 238 when you’re feelin’ blue. We are business Sycamore Drive in Breinigsville. (L-R) Sam Skaf, Owner; Gina Martens, The Chamber; and David Skaf, Restaurant Manager. Celebrate Your: • Grand Opening Photo 2: 100 Chamber members gathered to sample the delicious Italian spe- Blog: • Open House cialties at Florence Italian Grille. LehighValleyChamber.Blogspot.com • Ribbon Cutting Facebook: *Photos courtesy of Sherry Clewell Facebook.com/TheChamber with The Chamber! Photography. Linked In: LinkedIn.com/Companies/GLVCC Twitter: For information, Twitter.com/GLVCC contact Jennifer Rodgers YouTube: at 610-739-1516 or YouTube.com/GLVCC [email protected].

** New Marketing Opportunity: Chamber Member of the Month **

This opportunity uses various medias to get your business message to your target audience. Package includes: Full Page Advertorial in Connections • Highlighted presence on The Chamber's website • Email Blast • Social Media • Radio (Business mentioned on Gunther Morning Show) • and more! A package for new businesses includes a grand opening/ribbon cutting. Contact Jennifer Rodgers at [email protected] or 610-739-1615 for information. 24 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

New Member Spotlight The Greater Lehigh Valley of Commerce is pleased to welcome the following new members. This list is also available at LehighValleyChamber.org (home page)

Karen L. Bonatz, Realtor Cohen & Feeley, Attorneys at Law Emmaus Animal Hospital 812 American General Drive 2851 Baglyos Circle, Suite 200 1301 Chestnut Street Easton, PA 18040 Bethlehem, PA 18020 Emmaus, PA 18049 Phone: (610) 252-4200 Phone: 610-258-0111 Phone: (610) 967-1512 Fax: (610) 923-7165 Fax: 610-332-2722 Fax: (610) 967-3596 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Ms. Karen L. Bonatz www.cohenfeeley.com www.emmausanimalhospital.com 25th Hour Errand Service REAL ESTATE AGENTS, BROKERS Mr. Martin D. Cohen Ms. Roxanne Grgurich 1614 Hillcrest Avenue & OTHER SERVICES ATTORNEYS, JUDGES & LEGAL SERVICES VETERINARIANS Bethlehem, PA 18015 Phone: (610) 762-6708 Brooks Brothers Mike Colella Ferguson Allentown Showroom [email protected] 2985 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 212 5640 Tuscany Court 1818 Grammes Road http://25thhourerrandservices.com Center Valley, PA 18034 Coopersburg, PA 18036 Allentown, PA 18103 Mr. Randy Downing Phone: (610) 797-4571 Phone: (314) 378-4920 Phone: (610) 798-0497 PERSONAL ASSISTANTS & SERVICES Fax: (610) 791-0476 [email protected] Fax: (610) 798-8362 [email protected] INDIVIDUAL [email protected] 48 HRS Video www.brooksbrothers.com www.ferguson.com 2123 Union Boulevard Ms. Theresa Kramer Countess Communications Mr. Joe Albeck Allentown, PA 18109 RETAIL SALES 6168 Putter Drive PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Phone: (610) 437-9830 Wescoesville, PA 18106 Fax: (610) 770-7887 Brownstone Design Group, Inc. Phone: (610) 349-1407 First United Church of Christ [email protected] 97 West Broad Street Fax: (610) 530-7656 of Easton www.myvideostore.com/48hrsvideo Bethlehem, PA 18018 [email protected] 229 Church Street Mr. Bruce Longenbach Phone: (610) 868-5377 www.countesscommunications.com Easton, PA 18042 THERATRES & CINEMAS Fax: (610) 868-5472 Mr. Jeff Countess Phone: 610-253-3361 [email protected] AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTION, [email protected] A Quality Parking www.brownstonedesign.com EQUIPMENT, REPAIRS & SALES http://firstucceaston.org 109 A Wise Lane Ms. Connie Postupack Mr. Michael Dowd Scotrun, PA 18355 INTERIOR DESIGN & DÉCOR Cutters Bike Shop CHURCHES Phone: (570) 421-2770 418 East Third Street Fax: (469) 698-9392 Carsmetics Bethlehem, PA 18015 Forgotten Treasure Chest [email protected] 2514 MacArthur Road Phone: (610) 419-4027 245 Northampton Street www.parkingandtransportation.com Whitehall, PA 18052 [email protected] Easton, PA 18042 Mr. Gene White Phone: (610) 433-5106 www.cuttersbikeshop.com Phone: 610-428-0934 PARKING [email protected] Mr. John Ronca [email protected] www.carsmetics.com BICYCLING SALES & REPAIRS Ms. Jamie Leisy Adore Publishing Mr. Dean Zarzycki RETAIL SALES 2110 Church Road AUTOMOBILE REPAIRS, SERVICES Dalcin Electric Bethlehem, PA 18015 & DETAILING 2272 Community Drive GHD Inc. Phone: (978) 884-7712 Bath, PA 1801 4 1240 North Mountain Road [email protected] Centurion Security Consulting, LLC Phone: (610) 759-8382 Harrisburg, PA 17112 www.adorelv.com 3521 Summit Court [email protected] Phone: (717) 541-0622 Ms. Sarah Petryk Bethlehem, PA 18020 Ms. Laurie Wagner Fax: (717) 441-0161 PRINTERS, PUBLISHERS & GRAPHICS Phone: (908) 442-0954 ELECTRICIANS, EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES [email protected] [email protected] www.ghd.com Allentown 250th Celebration Mr. Alan Martin Denim Project Mr. Jeffrey Wendle 435 Hamilton Street SECURITY & ALARMS 140 C Northampton Street ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES Allentown, PA 18101 Easton, PA 18042 Phone: (610) 439-5999 Coastal Energy Consultants, LTD Phone: (610) 253-1051 Ingram Real Estate Group [email protected] 7535 Windsor Drive, Suite 201 Fax: (610) 217-3701 2454 Mountain Lane #8 www.allentownpa.gov/Community/All Allentown, PA 18195 [email protected] Allentown, PA 18103 entown250thCelebration/tabid/387/De Phone: (610) 782-9100 www.thedenimproject-easton.com Phone: (610) 798-9877 fault.aspx Fax: (610) 709-5780 Ms. Sandy Dimperio Fax: (610) 798-9878 Mr. David Olson [email protected] RETAIL SALES [email protected] ENTERTAINMENT & FESTIVALS www.coastalenergyltd.com Mr. John Ingram Mr. Michael Mateja REAL ESTATE AGENTS, BROKERS ENERGY & OTHER SERVICES Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 25

New Member Spotlight (continued)

Juan Rivera Notary and Insurance McMahon Associates, Inc. Professional Power Solutions Service Access and Management, Inc. 1457 MacArthur Road 425 Commerce Drive, Suite 200 P.O. Box 3060 701 West Broad Street Whitehall, PA 18052 Fort Washington, PA 19034 Bethlehem, PA 18020 Bethlehem, PA 18018 Phone: (610) 432-6555 Phone: (215) 283-9444 Phone: (610) 419-3249 Phone: (484) 347-0265 [email protected] Fax: (215) 283-9445 Fax: (610) 866-5829 Fax: (610) 419-0978 www.jrnotaryinsurance.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Juan F. Rivera Jr. www.mcmtrans.com www.professionalpowersolutions.com www.sam-inc.org INSURANCE Mr. John R. Wichner, P.E. Mr. Tom Mazzante Ms. Julie Davis ENGINEERING TELECOMMUNICATIONS PRODUCTS HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES Keith D. Fox, LLC & SERVICES & ORGANIZATIONS 904 Front Street Morningstar Inn Whitehall, PA 18052 72 East Market Street Raynock & Associates, LLC The Sherwin Willams Company Phone: (610) 349-8440 Bethlehem, PA 18018 3261 Route 100, Suite 230 961 Marcon Boulevard [email protected] Phone: (610) 867-2300 Macungie, PA 18062 Allentown, PA 18109 Mr. Keith Fox Fax: (610) 867-6296 Phone: (610) 966-8500 Phone: (610) 266-0310 THERAPISTS [email protected] [email protected] Fax: (610) 266-0683 www.morningstarinn.com www.raynockassociates.com [email protected] Kriener-Potthoff Communications Ms. Virginia Hadam Ms. Sarah Raynock www.sherwin-williams.com USA LLC HOTELS, MOTELS, BED & BREAKFASTS INSURANCE Ms. Margaret Beers 1275 Glenlivet Drive, Suite 100 HARDWARE Allentown, PA 18106 New Covenant Christian Rosanna’s Restaurant Phone: (484) 224-2971 Community Church 2 East Broad Street Signature Concrete Design [email protected] 21 East Broad Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 2430 Butler Street www.kriener-potthoff.com Bethlehem, PA 18018 Phone: (610) 867-3757 Easton, PA 18042 Mr. Phillip Kriener Phone: (610) 861-7725 [email protected] Phone: (610) 923-5073 MARKETING SERVICES Fax: (610) 317-3107 www.rosannasrestaurantbethlehem.com Fax: (610) 250-9141 [email protected] Ms. Rosa Crisci [email protected] Lehigh Valley Christian High School www.nc4.org RESTAURANTS & CAFES www.signatureconcretedesign.com 330 Howertown Road Mr. Tony Piergiovanni Ms. Gidget Mock Catasauqua, PA 18032 CHURCHES rVibe LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, Phone: (610) 403-1000 520 Evans Street, Suite 4 CONTRACTORS & DESIGNERS Fax: (610) 403-1004 Patti’s Petals, Inc. Bethlehem, PA 18015 [email protected] 215 East Third Street Phone: (610) 810-2500 Soul Surfer Custom Screenprinting www.lvchs.org Bethlehem, PA 18015 Fax: (484) 821-5189 24 West Walnut Street Ms. Kathy Van Duzer Phone: (610) 867-8699 [email protected] Bethlehem, PA 18018 EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS Fax: (610) 867-8801 www.rvibe.com Phone: (484) 716-1810 & ORGANIZATIONS [email protected] Mr. Braydon Johnson-McCormick [email protected] www.pattispetalsflowers.com CONSULTING SERVICES & TRAINING www.soulsurfersun.com Lehigh Valley Plastics, Inc. Mr. Mike Kohn Ms. Ashley Feather 187 North Commerce Way FLORISTS Sands Bethlehem Event Center SCREEN PRINTING Bethlehem, PA 18017 77 Sands Boulevard Phone: (484) 893-5500 PermeGear Bethlehem, PA 18015 Spectrum Services Fax: (484) 893-5513 1815 Leithsville Road Phone: (610) 625-5500 1020 North Cedar Crest Boulevard [email protected] Hellertown, PA 18055 Fax: (610) 625-5503 Allentown, PA 18104 www.lehighvalleyplastics.com Phone: (484) 851-3688 [email protected] Phone: (610) 871-3115 Mr. Thomas Prochilo Fax: (484) 851-3688 www.sandseventcenter.com Fax: (610) 871-3127 PLASTICS [email protected] Ms. Ashley Hari [email protected] www.permegear.com BANQUET & CONFERENCE SERVICES www.spectrumserviceslv.com Long’s Ecowater Systems Mr. Andrew Wilt Mr. Joseph Carazo 2782 PA Route 309 MANUFACTURING Kathleen Schroeder CLEANING SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, Orefield, PA 18069 2158 Avenue C, Suite 100 RESTORATION & SUPPLIES Phone: (610) 398-3737 Phantom Fireworks Bethlehem, PA 18017 Fax: (610) 366-7772 400 Cedarville Road Phone: (610) 231-4042 SpheroVision [email protected] Easton, PA 18042 Fax: (610) 231-0400 6390 Red Fox Court www.longsecowater.com Phone: (610) 252-0130 [email protected] Coopersburg, PA 18036 Mr. Scott Warrick Fax: (610) 252-0291 INDIVIDUAL Phone: (484) 894-0743 WATER TREATMENTS & RELATED [email protected] [email protected] SYSTEMS www.fireworks.com www.sv360pano.com Mr. Jeff Bell Mr. Eric P. Eberhardt ENTERTAINMENT & FESTIVALS MULTIMEDIA & VIRTUAL TOURS 26 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

New Member Spotlight (continued)

Thyme 2 Dine, LLC Wentz Hardware Christopher’s Restaurant 225 Main Street 1519 Greenleaf Street Emmaus, PA 18049 Allentown, PA 18102 Phone: (610) 965-6078 Phone: (610) 217-2107 Fax: (610) 967-1572 [email protected] [email protected] www.thyme2dine.name www.wentzhardware.com Ms. Kathy Krom Mr. Tim Kazmierski CATERING HARDWARE

Tony’s Gifts & Home Decor LLC Western Lehigh Landscape Services 128 West 4th Street 7127 Ruppsville Road Bethlehem, PA 18015 Allentown, PA 18106 Phone: (610) 866-0495 Phone: (610) 395-5557 [email protected] [email protected] http://store.ebay.com/Gifts4decor www.westernlehighlandscape.com Mr. Anthony Burks Mr. Terry Schantz RETAIL SALES LAWN & TREE CARE SERVICES

Tony’s Tool Crib Women Going Rogue 383 North Penn Dixie Road 840 Beaver Run Drive Bath, PA 18014 Lehighton, PA 18235 Phone: (610) 972-2706 Phone: 610-703-9199 [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Anthony Collina Ms. Summer Keen SALES REPRESENTATIVE CONSULTING SERVICES & TRAINING

Trane 5925 Tilghman Street Allentown, PA 18104 Phone: (484) 223.1730 [email protected] www.trane.com Mr. Joel Gerace ENERGY

Veronica Drake Coaching P.O. Box 3331 Easton, PA 18043 Phone: (610) 297-6086 [email protected] http://beinguniquelyyou.com Ms. Veronica Drake BUSINESS CONSULTANTS, DEVELOPERS & INCUBATORS Refer a Member and earn $50 Waterstone Mortgage Corp. for every new member you refer! 5290 West Coplay Rd Whitehall, PA 18052 The program is simple: A Chamber Phone: (484) 546-0001 member can refer another business to Fax: (484) 229-9169 join The Chamber. If the referred mem- [email protected] ber joins, the referring member will www.JamesFebbo.com receive a $50 credit toward their next Mr. James P. Febbo dues invoice. MORTGAGE BROKERS To make a referral, Chamber members can visit www.lehighvalleychamber .org and click on the “Refer A Business” icon along left side, or email [email protected] or [email protected]. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 27

Allentown Chamber

Joseph J. ElChaar, Spotless Services, Inc. Allentown Chamber President 610-770-6012 • [email protected]

Dear friends and colleagues: time in our city’s history. Not only are we Effective June 30, my term as the celebrating the City’s 250th anniversary President of the Allentown Chamber of and the 200th anniversary of Lehigh Photo 1: Allentonians celebrated the Commerce will be coming to a close. I must County, but we are undergoing a major launch of the INside Allentown 2012 admit that serving the ACC for the past year development project in Center City. And, Guide at LV Grand Prix on April 19. has been one of the most humbling and despite the distressing concerns regarding Photo 2: ACC President Joe ElChaar and rewarding experiences of my life. I have the details of the NIZ legislation and Mayor Ed Pawlowski during the presenta- matured and benefited a lot from this impending litigation, I am still convinced tion. experience, and have learned to adapt to that the economic and community benefits Photo 3: Joe ElChaar with Lucy Bloise, many different situations and accept are worth the investment now and for the Allentown Symphony Hall. other’s thoughts and ideas at every turn. future of our city. Photo 4: The Chamber’s Miriam Huertas Having spent the past 25 years as But the achievement I’m most proud of with Mike Drabenstott, Spark and West president/CEO of my company, it was not is our ability to attract some great people of End Alliance and Joe McDermott, easy to separate my personal beliefs from genuine character and knowledge to our McDermott Communications (and writer that of the Allentown Chamber’s. The board of directors, including the upcoming of the “Made In Allentown” section). Chamber is definitely not a private leadership. As I look back over this past year, Photo 5: Mayor Pawlowski, Miriam enterprise, and as president of this group, I I am more confident that the ACC is here to Huertas, Mike McCreary (LV Grand Prix) tried to be mindful of the benefits and stay and will shine brightly for years to and Joe ElChaar. aspirations of our constituents - the come. members of this great organization, and Thank you for allowing me this *Photos courtesy of www.i360tours.com/ the community at large. opportunity - it has been enriching and John Wilchek Jr. I was incredibly fortunate to serve my rewarding and has made me even more term as president during a very important proud to represent Allentown. 28 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Bethlehem Chamber

Mark Pesavento, B. Braun Medical Inc. Bethlehem Chamber President 610-266-0500 • [email protected]

One of the reasons Bethlehem stands out School District), he arranged a meeting as a model for other cities across the with Stan Dixon of the Bethlehem Area Commonwealth of PA is the unique part- Vocational Technical School to see if this nerships that have been formed to was a project that they would like to take enhance the community as a whole. A on. And take it on they did. Within great example of this type of cooperation months, seventeen Building Trades stu- was the private/public partnership that dents would take on a lengthy project by was formed last year by three unlikely constructing 30 German-style wooden partners. huts for the inaugural year of the Recognizing a looming void in the Christmas City Village. The students con- Historic Shopping District’s upcoming structed, assembled, and provided access Christmas season with the moving of for electricity for all of the huts. The proj- Christkindlmarkt to the Steel Stacks site ect took several months of class time, and on the SouthSide, the DBA merchants proved successful when more than 20 were concerned about losing a major vendors spent 5 weekends in the con- Christmas attraction. Enter Bob Gilley, a structed huts, selling their seasonal wares D’Huy Engineering employee and active and artisan crafts. DBA member, who volunteered the serv- This was not only fruitful for the ices of D’Huy engineers to design wood- downtown merchants. Ten of these en Christmas huts for an outdoor Christmas market. *To read the entire article, please visit With Gilley’s connections (he was a LehighValleyChamber.org/BCC and click past Superintendent of Northampton on “President’s Message.” Refer a Member and earn $50.00 for every new member you refer! $The program is simple: A Chamber member can refer another business to join The Chamber. If the referred member joins, the referring Photo 1: Stan Dixon, Building Trades member will receive a $50 Teacher at the Bethlehem Area credit toward their next dues Vocational Technical School, and BAVTS invoice. Executive Director Brian Williams, stand with several Building Trades students, Bethlehem Mayor John Callahan, and To make a referral, Chamber local business owner, Mary Cabot-Butler, members can visit to cut the ribbon at the grand opening to www.lehighvalleychamber.org the Inaugural Christmas City Village. $and click on the “Refer A Business” icon along left side, Photo 2: The German-style wooden huts or email mikes@lehighvalley- held beautiful displays at last year’s Christmas City Village. chamber.org or ginam@lehighvalleychamber.org. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 29

Photo 1: Carrie Fellon, Life Stage Financial Solutions LLC perfected her “elevator speech” with Mike Finelli, Finelli Easton Area Chamber Consulting Engineers, Inc. at the Easton and Phillipsburg Power Networking Graham Simmons, Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Event. Easton Area Chamber Chair 610-391-1800 • [email protected] Photo 2: Owner John Krafty, General Manager Samantha Krafty and Owner Clayton Cox celebrated the grand open- I write my final article as your Easton Area within our community. Thank you for ing of Easton Hand and Stone Massage Chamber Board Chair with bittersweet your support, commitment, and dedica- and Facial Spa located in Lower Nazareth. emotions. My two years serving as your tion to our Chamber and the Easton area Chair of the Easton Area Chamber have community! Photo 3: PA State Representative Robert been nothing but a very rewarding expe- Congratulations to our 2012 EACC Freeman, Owners Jill Fuls and Kari rience. I know that our incoming Chair, Annual Dinner award recipients! We hope Kirchgessner, members of the wonderful Brian Lokitis, will continue to carry our you can join us on June 14 at Vintage Sweet Girlz staff, and Northampton chamber’s torch of success and growth. Restaurant at The Club at Morgan Hill as we County Councilman Robert Werner all The Board of Directors, our volunteers, celebrate the past year, and the accom- gathered to cut the ribbon at the grand and members are so impressive and plishments of our award recipients. We will opening of Sweet Girlz Bakery in down- remarkable in the resources they contin- also be hosting our annual Easton town Easton. ue to dedicate to The Chamber year after Phillipsburg Golf Classic on June 28 at year. With more than 600 members in the The Club at Morgan Hill! Please contact Easton area, it is no small feat to provide Meg Dowd at megd@lehighvalleycham- the benefits each business requires to ber.org, to register for either of these special grow, but we continue to find innovative events! ways to help you succeed. If you have • Chairman’s Award - Easton Coach ever thought of serving in a leadership Company role here at The Chamber, I challenge you • Community Partner Award – Kressler to take on the task as it provides for a very Wolff & Miller Insurance rewarding experience. It has never been *To read the entire article, please visit more important than now to serve as role LehighValleyChamber.org/EACC and models for our younger generations click on “President’s Message.”

Photo 4: The Tolotta Family came togeth- Photo 5: The Denim Project brought er to cut the ribbon at the grand opening fashion to downtown Easton at its grand of their restaurant, Sole Mio in Easton. (L- opening celebration. (L-R): Bibi R) Front Row: Luca Tolotta; Michael, Sierra Monnahan, Store Designer; family mem- and Emma Irving; and Julia Tolotta. (L-R) bers Alissa Platz and Alessandra Back Row: Rob Irving; Tricia Tolotta Irving; Pontbriand; Meg Dowd, The Chamber; Frank Tolotta; Joann Tolotta; Chef John Rich Lepowsky and Sandy D’Imperio, Kiley; Robbie Tolotta, Owner of Pizzaville Owners; Corinne Frankenfeld, Minni and North Star Catering; and Lucy Tolotta. Santilli and Dawn Kenyon, The Denim Project Staff. 30 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

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East Penn Chamber

Joe Farkas, Aspire Consulting - Vistage East Penn Chamber President 610-442-1068 • [email protected]

Getting active in the East Penn Chamber and chances are they won’t forget. Even if may just be one of the best moves you they don’t personally need your service can make for your business. That involve- they may refer you to their friends, family ment offers many benefits. If you are new and acquaintances. Our East Penn to The Chamber and to the area, we are a Chamber and the Greater Lehigh Valley great source of business referrals. With Chamber offer regular networking events many people and large businesses com- you can use to develop those trust relation- peting by sending expensive mailers and ships. doing other expensive advertising, net- A great place to do that is at one of our working through The Chamber can be a monthly lunches. On June 20 we will be relatively inexpensive way of getting to hosting a program with the East Penn and know people, developing trust relation- Parkland School District Superintendents at ships and, as a result, leveraging referrals which they will discuss the 2012-2013 and business. budget. We hope you will join us and look You’ve heard it and it’s true; people like forward to seeing you soon. to do business with people that they know and can trust. When you attend East Penn Chamber events you will get to know a variety of people. When you need a service use one of your Chamber colleagues’ services

Photo 1: Store manager Jimmy Wagner WLCC Business of the Month: cut the ribbon during the grand opening Western Lehigh Chamber of the new Firestone in Lower Macungie Patient First township. Joe Goll, SAGE Consulting & Wealth Management Photo 2: WLCC board members Larry On May 2, Patient First opened its Wiersch, Cetronia Ambulance Corps, Inc.; 39th medical center, the first in the Western Lehigh Chamber President John Pruzinsky, Eastern Industries, Inc.; Lehigh Valley. 610-440-2772 • [email protected] and John Orsini, The Sustainable Energy Located in Allentown at Tilghman Street and Cedar Crest Boulevard in the Fund at the volunteer appreciation Village West Shopping Center, Patient reception held during the Annual Buy First is open on a walk-in, non-appoint- Building Businesses, Bridging Communities Lehigh Valley Business Expo at Rauch ment basis from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., 365 Field House in April. days a year. Patient First’s board-certi- All great things must come to an end... Please mark your calendar for the June fied physicians are available for urgent it’s very hard to believe but my two year joint WLCC/EPCC meeting at Brookside East Penn & Western Lehigh care services, as well as primary care term as WLCC President comes to an end on Country Club on June 20. We look forward Program Sponsors: services for patients without a regular June 30! This will be my final article as to a great presentation and discussion from physician. The medical center offers X- • Iobst Travel American Express President of your Western Lehigh Chamber. our two School District Superintendents rays, lab tests and prescriptions on-site. Let me take this public opportunity to discussing their 2012-2013 final budget • Boy Scouts of America “The goal of Patient First is to pro- Minsi Trails Council thank Ellie Passman, VP of Regional plans and district management to provide vide convenient, cost-effective medical Chambers and our Board of Directors liai- excellent education to our children and care on a walk-in basis,” says R.P. Sowers, son with The Chamber. Ellie has a strong grandchildren. With continued state fund- M.D., founder and CEO of Patient First. “At the same time, our physicians and work ethic and breathless commitment to ing reductions, they have a challenge like The Chamber staff always work closely and in a col- our WLCC Board and Chamber. I sincerely none before. laborative fashion with the area’s exist- appreciate her energy and experience to We will also present our Sophie Gerhard is in the News! ing medical community to provide help our Chamber grow in number and and Ed Adamczak Community Grant care.” value to you as business owners. awards to two very deserving agencies in Patient First opened its first medical I will remain on the Board as Past the community - The Cancer Support center in Richmond, Virginia, more than President for the next two years, so I will be Community and the Parkland 30 years ago, and has expanded to 39 available to assist Keith Reynolds, owner of Community Library. facilities in VA, MD and PA. Reynolds Business Systems, as he takes the Please bring a colleague to hear what is Other Patient First PA medical cen- lead in July to carry out his plan for growth in store for our community! We need and ters are located in Harrisburg, and member support. Our Board is in want your participation and involvement Mechanicsburg and York. Patient First plans to open additional centers in superb hands with Keith leading the way and to hear your input and questions. Wyomissing, Montgomeryville, and and Ron Lewis, owner of Sustaining Thank you! Lancaster by the end of the year. Support, LLC and Board VP. Thank you for Visit LehighValleyChamber.org/News my opportunity to serve the membership! 32 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Greater Northern Lehigh Visit GNLCC Business of the Month: LehighValley Becky’s Drive-In, Inc Kevin Schmidt, The Neffs National Bank 4548 Lehigh Drive (Rte 248) Greater Norther Lehigh Chamber President Chamber.org/ Walnutport, PA 18088 (Berlinsville) 610-767-3875 • [email protected] William D. Beck, started showing movies Coupons to the public in 1936 at different loca- tions in Berlinsville, The public sat out- and side on benches to watch the movies at Thanks to all who attended the luncheon It is hard to believe that summer is right check out Uncle Charlie’s Restaurant (where the on May 8. Exec. Director Sandra Himes of around the corner, and what is a summer Blue Mt Town & Country Gazette is locat- the Lehigh Career and Technical Institute without a picnic! All of our members are the discounts ed). Also, at Minnich’s Restaurant In provided an update on the changes in invited to our annual Membership that Chamber members Berlinsville (across from where Tony’s training both new and existing employ- Appreciation free picnic/mixer at the Garage is located). In 1939, the first ees. We are truly fortunate to have a Walnutport Canal pavilion on July 18. This have to offer you. Route 45 Drive-In was located in resource such as LCTI in our region that is always a great way to unwind with your Berlinsville (where the Bryfogle can provide a wide variety of valuable fellow chamber members. Memorial Park is located). Patrons sat in training to our local employers and their We are also making final plans for our their cars to watch the movies. employees. annual Heritage Day program on July 4 at Admission was 50 cents a carload. In Member 1946, Route 45 Drive-In was relocated to Mark your calendar for our joint meet- the Slatington Baptist Church. If you love its present location. In the 1970’s the ing on June 12 with the Palmerton patriotic songs and enlightening speakers COUPONS name of the drive in was changed to Chamber as we meet with representatives you won’t want to miss this event. Watch for Becky’s Drive-In, because the state from the local municipalities. They will give upcoming details changed the route number of the high- us an update on current and future proj- With the warm summer nights, how way to Route 248. The reason it was ects. We are looking to have representatives about taking in a drive-in movie? There is named Becky’s is because all the local from Heidelberg, Lynn, North Whitehall, no better place than at this month’s people called the drive in that anyway. Washington townships in Lehigh County Business of the Month: Becky'’s Drive-In. (William’s childhood nickname) and Lehigh Township in Northampton “Becky’s” has been operating at this loca- $$$ Becky passed away in 1987 and wife County as well as the boroughs of tion since 1946 and is truly a local institu- Alice passed away in 2007. Slatington, Palmerton and Walnutport. The tion/landmark in Lehigh Township! CLICK HERE Their children took over the business in 1982-sons: Darrell, Dale, Dennis Beck event will be held at the Otherside If you are interested in being our fea- and daughters: Mary Mayberry and Restaurant in Neffs. Doors open at 11:30 tured business of the month or know of a Cindy Deppe. Dale passed away in 1997. *You can add coupons to your a.m. Please make sure you get there early deserving business, please contact us. *To read the entire article, please visit company by logging in with your to network with fellow Chamber members And as always, support your local busi- LehighValleyChamber.org/GNLCC company’s username and password. and business owners nesses! and click on “President’s Message.”

Photos: GNLCC held its 18th Annual Spirit Award Dinner at Iron Lakes Golf Club. Initiated to honor a citizen who has served not only our Chamber, but also our community; the Spirit Award is a special honor presented each year to an outstanding individual within our local community. This year the award was given to Greg Soltis. Greg’s extensive volunteer efforts over many years have benefited Slatington, Walnutport and the surrounding communities.

Photo 1: Spirit Award recipient Greg Soltis thanked GNLCC members upon receipt of his award.

Photo 2: Nancy Treskot, PenTeleData, talked about the many things Greg does in the community.

Photo 3: Jason Breidinger, Prudential Benjamin Real Estate and GNLCC Past President, told a funny story about Greg.

Photo 4: Jason Breidinger, and Representative Julie Harhart presented Greg Soltis with the Spirit Award. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 33

Hellertown - Lower Saucon Chamber

Robert Knauss, Employee Employer Solutions Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber President 484-892-3314 • [email protected]

At the end of April, we hosted a small student Isaac Martin, who received this membership benefits mixer at Silver Creek Photo 1: Mobile Technology Graphics event bordering the Saucon Rail Trail - year’s Phyllis M. Schnaible Merit Country Club. donated the use of their electronic bill- whereby several local businesses and Scholarship Award. We also recognized Keep your eyes and ears open for soon board. HLSC was able to sell a few ads to farmers market vendors set up displays downtown Hellertown’s Csencsits Auto, a to be announced information for our July raise money, and the historical society to appeal to trail users and those in town father/son business that hit its 45 year mark event. We are planning a mixer in associa- was able to share several photos to help for Saucon Valley History Day (which was this year. Closing out the evening, we heard tion with the 1st ever Saucon Valley promote its local history. the same day). After being spoiled by from local celebrity Rob Vaughn, Channel Restaurant Week, hosted by Hellertown’s Photos 2 & 3: Scenes from Pathway to warm weather, the chill in the air came as 69 News. Borough Business Revitalization Program. Progress. Local Chamber members and a shock, but it was a day for businesses to Just a week after our banquet, we had a several farmers market vendors gathered gain some community exposure and happy hour party at Saucon View, a together. The event was held adjacent to mingle with other community businesses. Landmark Community. It was an enjoyable the Saucon Rail Trail and accompanied May brought with it our 90th Annual time for all that attended, simple fun. By the SauconValley History Day - which hap- Banquet at the Meadows. We honored local time this comes out, we’ll have had our pened at the same time.

Serving areas within: Lehigh LeBEAM Township, Bath Borough, East Allen Township, and Moore Township Carol Ritter, CarolTalks.Com LeBEAM President • 610-216-5343 www.caroltalks.com; [email protected]

Photos 4 - 8: Chamber members enjoyed provided by The Daily Grind, recipients of a night with the LeBEAM Chamber for the Chamber’s “2012 Exemplary Borough Nazareth News: over the top bidding warz! Members Business Revitalization Project Award”. placed their bids and squabbled for the Special thanks to our sponsors: Kate June 20 - “YOU CAN Double storage unit holding anything from valu- Smith, The Storage Center on 512, Your Income in One Year” Nazareth Center for the Arts able collectibles to brand new stuff! Jennifer George, The Daily Grind and 30 Belvidere St., Nazareth Canned goods, non-perishables and cash Alice Wanamaker, The Home News. The 5:30 - 7 p.m. • $20 donations benefited the local food bank bins were auctioned off by the communi- Attendees will discover how to double and soup kitchen, “Loaves and Fishes!” ty’s very own Will Hahn, long time auc- their income in one year. Presenter: Eric Guests enjoyed wine and light appetizers tioneer. Armusik. Eric’s innovative strategies, as well as his years of experience in the art world will teach business leaders how they can integrate his ideas into their own businesses. Refreshments sponsored by NorFay Cafe. (Proceeds benefit the Nazareth Center for the Arts and the Nazareth Chamber Council) To register, contact Colleen Daniels at colleend@lehighvalleychamber.org.

Save the Dates: July 19 - July 21 Nazareth Days • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 34 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 35

Northampton Area Chamber

Tony Pristash, Owner, All Things Framed Northampton Area Chamber President 610-262-8669 • [email protected]

“Welcome” to our newest Northampton benefits our partnership with The Chamber Area Chamber members and businesses: has to offer. Through the years, we have BMG Welding & Fabrication... Dice enjoyed an improved level of success and Productionz... East Allen Township... growth with our partnership, both locally Landmark Gardens & Nursery... Ms. and on a valley-wide scale. With the list of Melissa Wright... Nazareth Pallet... member benefits growing more and more Northampton Regional EMS... Dr. every day, it’s one of the best ways for a Joseph Boyle DDS... Stanglein fledgling business to find the most value for Veterinary Clinic... Something Fishy... their membership dollars. and Systech Environmental ... And as summer takes hold, it reminds Corporation. me that our NACC-hosted “Northampton You can also follow our local NACC Historic Street Fair” is only a few months members on our “Northampton Area away. This year, we’ll be holding the Fair on Chamber of Commerce” Facebook page. Saturday, September 8. Should you want We will be “highlighting” two or three busi- to be a part of this year’s Fair as a vendor, nesses each week, along with any and all just contact our wonderful Chamber liai- pertinent NACC happening. Check it out !! son, Marlyn, for more information or an We, here at the NACC look forward to application. working with and supporting these newest For now, we wish all our member busi- members of our business community. As nesses an enjoyable, relaxing, and very always, it’s great to see so many companies, profitable summer... with plenty of ham- large and small, take advantage of all the mock time.

Photo 1: Marianna’s celebrated the opening of its brand new banquet room on April 20. Councilman John Lynn; Phillipsburg Area Chamber Councilman Todd Tersigni; Mayor Harry Wyant; Joe Capozza, Hi Qu Italian David Schaare, Jiorle’s Office Supplies American Stone, Corp.; and Tony Massa, Phillipsburg Area Chamber Chair Jr., Marianna’s. 908-454-3433 • [email protected]

Photos 2 - 4: The Phillipsburg Area Garden Club celebrated the opening of It’s June and it’s time to tee-off again for for? You will not regret joining us for this the new Community Garden located on the great Phillipsburg-Easton Classic. I event. 213 North Broad Street. understand that across the river they call Be sure to “Friend” us on Facebook. Our it the Easton-Phillipsburg Classic. Oh well freshened Good News blog and e-mail rivals will be rivals. On June 28 we will blasts prove that we are an active part of suit up for a great day of golf. We’ll enjoy the 21st century. the beauty of Morgan Hill, truly one of The summer holds many programs in the most scenic courses in the east. Good 2012. Look for: fun, good fellowship, good golf and great Ole Towne Festival - July 20-22; Movies food... what better bargain can you ask in the Park - Thursday evenings July 19 - Blog: August 23; a Luau on August 18; and of LehighValleyChamber.Blogspot.com course, Thomas the Tank Engine in early Facebook: July. Each of these events is great opportu- Facebook.com/TheChamber nity for you to promote your business as a Linked In: sponsor. Banners, website, Facebook, LinkedIn.com/Companies/GLVCC Twitter, blogging are part of various sponsor packages. Be seen by your customers. Twitter: Don’t miss a great P’burg Summer. Twitter.com/GLVCC Take advantage of your membership in YouTube: The Chamber. Use the mailing list, the web- YouTube.com/GLVCC site, coupons and every other marketing tool available to you. You can easily triple LehighValleyChamber.org your membership investment. See you around town. 36 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Southern Lehigh Chamber

Deborah McDonald, VP, QNB Bank Southern Lehigh Chamber President 215-538-5600 • [email protected]

It’s June 2012... what? Can you believe attend, we were very pleased to present the the year is half over? Not only has this award this year to The Copperhead Grille. year flown by, but the last 12 years have Owners and cousins Mike and Mike Dontas flown. My youngest boy is graduating have given back and continue to give back high school this month and I am in disbe- to the Southern Lehigh community. We are lief of how those years are gone. I’m sure lucky to have such a community minded some of my readers have graduates and business located right here in our area. In are thinking the same thing! Time has addition to the Shining Star award we gave certainly flown by these past two years out SLCC’s first Young Entrepreneur Award and this will be my last article as the SLCC to Emily Gallagher and Shelby Fassbender, President. I want to take this opportunity juniors at Southern Lehigh High School, for to thank the Southern Lehigh board for their business model for a future restaurant all of your hard work and support over called the Silverado Grille. Both students the past two years. Our business commu- presented their concept at the award nity is lucky to have a group of such ded- reception. Thank you and best of luck to icated individuals. I look forward to con- you all! tinuing on the board as Mike Nesfeder, *To read the entire article, please visit Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, steps into the LehighValleyChamber.org/SLCC and click role of president. I know the SLCC will on “President’s Message.” continue to do great things for the community. Southern Lehigh Program Sponsors: I also want to say “thank you” to all who • Capital Planning • CarolTalks.com attended the Shining Star Award evening • Fitzpatrick Lentz and Bubba last month. It’s always a nice to celebrate a • Oral Dynamics • QNB Bank business that has been a staple in the area • RLB - Regan, Levin, Bloss, Brown and as really grown and supported com- & Savchak, P.C. - Allentown munity. For those who were unable to • Sanders Brand Solutions

Photo 1: Ken Margraff, Interstate Fleets & Photo 2: Deb McDonald, QNB & SLCC SLCC board member; Dan Hilbert, President; Nancy Treskot, PenTeleData & Lafayette Ambassador Bank & Board of GNLCC board member; Karen Tamerler, Governors; Walter Sanders, Sanders Parkland Community Library & WLCC Brand Solutions & SLCC board member; board member; and Tammy Bruno, M&T and Mike Snyder, Chester Financial & Bank & WBC board member at the volun- HLSC board member at the volunteer teer appreciation reception. appreciation reception held during the Buy Lehigh Valley Business Expo in April at Rauch Field House. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 37

The Chamber is in the News! OPEN HOUSES (CHAMBER-WIDE) Visit LehighValleyChamber.org/News or visit our homepage and click on the icon below to view news articles.

Thursday, June 28 Courtyard by Marriott Open House 5 - 7 p.m. • FREE

You’re invited to experience the opening of a new restaurant!

The Bistro, located at Courtyard by Marriott in Bethlehem, is hosting a networking event with free hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

Guests are also invited to see renovations throughout the hotel.

To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Jennifer Rodgers at [email protected]. 38 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Seminars/Webinars/Workshops

The Chamber Presents: Metter Interactive Presents: “Is Your Website Mobile Ready?” “Business Trends Webinar Series!”

FREE Webinar: Friday, June 8, 11 a.m. Present a Webinar to Chamber Members! With this program, you can present and position yourself as an expert in your field and set yourself apart from the com- Is your website providing mobile visitors with an optimal petition. For information, email Mike Schlossberg at user experience? Is your website converting mobile visitors [email protected]. into leads/customers?

Learn... • Why your website needs to be mobile ready • What expectations users have from a mobile experience • How mobile is changing the B2B buying process • How search engines are treating mobile vs. non-mobile sites The Chamber’s Online Leadership To register, visit: Training Program https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/518934522 The Chamber has partnered with Computer Aid, Inc. to bring members an Accelerated Leadership Training Program as a self-paced, web-delivered course developed with the goal of improving leadership within an organization in order to make that organization more successful. Learners are given access to CAI University (CAI-U) where they can access the purchased course modules. Reading materials are included in the cost of the course and will be shipped directly to the enrolled student. Specially Priced Package for Chamber Members Only: $584. Visit www.compaid.com/lvchamber for more info or contact Pat Breslin at [email protected].

“Social Media Workshop: Learn to use Social Networking & Strategies” Thursday, June 14 Central Penn College 1455 Valley Center Pkwy., Ste. 200, Bethlehem 10 a.m. Reg./10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Workshop $49 Mem./$79 Non-Mem.

Learn how you can use social networking to your advantage at the chamber’s social networking strategies and tactics workshop! Act now! Discover how you can do some serious business and have fun with social networking including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and blogging.

To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Jennifer Rodgers at [email protected]. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 39

Mission Council Events

LGBT Breakfast WBC & YPC Event Tuesday, June 12 Tuesday, June 26 “Best Practices for an Equality Workplace” “The Presentation Package: Dress, Impress, and Progress Professionally” Holiday Inn Express 90 Kunkle Dr., Easton 7 - 8:30 a.m. FREE

Presenters: • Adrian E. Shanker President, Equality Pennsylvania • Liz Bradbury from Pennsylvania Diversity Network Historic Hotel Bethlehem, Terrace Restaurant 437 Main Street, Bethlehem Most business owners want to create positive work environments for their employ- 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. ees - but given the lack of state and federal laws protecting LGBT employees in $25 Early Bird Member the workplace, some employers fall short in creating an equal workplace. This dis- $30 Late Registration and Walk-Ins (limited seating) cussion will provide you with the tools you need to ensure that your company treats LGBT employees equally. Join us as Susan Linski of Susan Bella Jewelry shares secrets Participants will leave with sample policies and a tool kit to make their workplace on personal presentation and how to impress to reach new heights. equal for LGBT employees. Program includes fashion show with clothes from local stores. A light breakfast will be provided. Limited Seating.

To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Marta Anglade at To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Marta Anglade at [email protected]. [email protected].

Small Business Council’s Excellence in Business Awards Reception Wednesday, June 20, 2012 2012 EIBA Winners: Coca-Cola Park • 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown 1- 25 Employees Reception begins at 5 p.m. Awards ceremony at 6 p.m. Come and celebrate with these companies that hit a home run! 26 - 100 Employees

$30 Members / $40 Late Registration or Walk-Ins / $50 Non-Members To register, contact Colleen Daniels at [email protected] or see the inserted flier.

Gold Sponsor:

Presenting Sponsors: Reception Sponsor: Platinum Sponsors:

Legacy Sponsors:

Sponsors as of 5/5/12 40 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Council Events/Meetings

HLSC Event Premier Sponsor: Tuesday, June 5

Independent Licensee of the BlueCross BlueShield Association “FREE Mixer & Program on Membership Benefits”

Silver Creek Country Club 700 Linden Ave., Hellertown Easton Annual Dinner 6 - 8 p.m. FREE Thursday, June 14

Vintage Restaurant & Bar Get a refresher course on the benefits that you’re entitled to as a member! Wine Bar, Hors d'oeuvres, Coffee/Tea provided by our host! The Club at Morgan Hill 100 Clubhouse Drive, Easton To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Mary Himmelberger at 5:30 p.m. Reception • 6:15 p.m. Dinner & Program [email protected]. $80 Member • $120 Non-Member

ACC Event Gold Sponsors: Thursday, June 7 “Breakfast Seminar with Mayor Ed Pawlowski” Silver Sponsors: Hamilton Family Diner 2027 West Hamilton Street, Allentown 7:30 a.m. Registration / 8 - 9 a.m. Program FREE to Allentown businesses All other registrants $25 Bronze Sponsors:

“How Social Media Can Benefit Your Business” Presentation by The Chamber’s Mike Schlossberg Learn how social media can help your business grow! *Sponsors as of 5/5/12 To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Lorie Reinert at [email protected]. Join the Easton Area Chamber for Easton’s biggest night of the year! Awards will be presented to:

Saturday, June 9 • Outstanding Small Business: Posey Peddler The Hamilton District Main Street Program & The City of Allentown present... “5th Annual Blues, Brews and Barbecue” • Outstanding Large Business: Martin Guitar Co. • Community Partner Award: Kressler Wolff & Miller Insurance • Chairman’s Award: Easton Coach Company • Milestone Award: Easton Farmers’ Market 9th and Hamilton Sts., Allentown • Pride of Forks Award: Noon - 10 p.m.; FREE Career Institute of Technology (CIT)

Sponsorship Opportunities Available: Contact Frank Facchiano Live blues music featuring Popa Chubby, Billy Hector, Beaucoup Blue, and more! at [email protected] or 610-739-1515 for more information. Enjoy the region’s best barbecue; refreshing brews; children’s activities and much more! This event is FREE and open to the public! To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Meg Dowd For a full music lineup - visit www.allentownpa.gov/blues at [email protected]. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 41

Council Events/Meetings

GNLCC Event SLCC Event Tuesday, June 12 Thursday, June 14 *Note the Date “Municipal Update” NORTHERN

LEHIGH “Casual for a Cause: Open Book Open” Neffs Hotel Otherside Restaurant Route 873, Neffs 18-Hole Miniature Golf Mixer BRIDGING THE GAP . . . 11:30 a.m. Doors Open 12 Noon Lunch Program

GREATER GNLCC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE $15 Join us for a municipal update on future projects in our local municipalities. Information will be presented by representatives of the seven following municipalities: Heidelberg Township Lehigh Township, North Whitehall Township, Palmerton Borough, Slatington Borough, Walnutport Borough, and Washington Township. This is your opportunity to have your questions answered and find out what is in the works in your community as well Putt U Miniature Golf as network with fellow Chamber members. 5200 Route 309, Center Valley To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Colleen Daniels 5 p.m. Shotgun Start Tournament at [email protected]. 5:30 - 7 p.m. Mixer Event Fee: $5 per child (under 12) $8 per adult / $20 Family of 4 (including children) EPCC & WLCC Lunch $10 Late Registration PRIZES! Wednesday, June 20 Low round team Low round individual “Casual for a Cause” Charity Event “What’s Happening in Your School District” Low round male/ female age groups Benefiting: Brookside Country Club Southern Lehigh Public Library 901 Willow Ln., Macungie 11:30 a.m. Doors Open 12 Noon - 1 p.m. Lunch & Program Sponsorships Available: $18 Mem./$22 Late Reg./Walk-Ins/$36 Non-Mem. Hole Sponsorship: $50 • Hole & Table Sponsor: $100 RAFFLE 19th Hole Sponsorship: $75 PRIZES TOO! Join us for a discussion with East Penn School District Superintendant, Dr. Tom **Signage will be up through Father’s Day Weekend!** Seidenberger, and Parkland School District Superintendant, Rich Sniscak, as they Food and Beverage Sponsors (2 available): DeSales University discuss budget constraints and state funding, and how this impacts the local tax Prize Sponsorship: Up to $500... or donate a specific prize! payers. What will it all mean for the 2012-2013 school year?

To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Colleen Daniels at To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Colleen Daniels at [email protected]. [email protected]. Thursday, June 21 NACC Event The Hamilton District Main Street Program & The City of Allentown present... Wednesday, June 27 “Party on the Deck in Downtown Allentown!” “NACC IronPigs Night” Spiral Parking Deck 8th and Linden Sts., Allentown Coca-Cola Park 5 - 8 p.m. 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown $10 Early Bird/$15 at the Door 5:45 p.m. Doors Open to Private Level Buy tickets at www.allentownpa.gov/rooftop 7:05 p.m. Game Time • $40 Member

Featuring the music of The Toga Party Band! “Lehigh Valley IronPigs vs. Rochester Red Wings” Buy your tickets NOW at www.allentownpa.gov/rooftop. Members will have advance entry to the private club level entrance and enjoy The price includes: entertainment, parking, two drink vouchers a buffet dinner on the 1st base PenTelaData Party Porch! (beer, sangria, soft drinks or water) and one food sample. NACC will present the “2012 Business of the Year Award” Food will also be available for sale at cheap prices! THANK YOU to our sponsors Tickets are available on a “First Come, First Served” basis! Wise Guys Beer Depot, Sangria Restaurant,Capital BlueCross, The Morning Call, Alvin H. Butz, Inc., PPL and UGI. To register, contact Colleen Daniels at [email protected] The event is for individuals 21 and over. or see the enclosed flier. 42 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Council Events/Meetings

GNLCC Event Wednesday July 18

NORTHERN LEHIGH “Summer Picnic”

BRIDGING Walnutport Canal Park THE GAP . . . 5:30 - 8 p.m. FREE Event! GREATER GNLCC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Save the Date: JULY 20 - 22, 2012 This event is free, so please plan to attend with your family! Meet and socialize with fellow Chamber members and enjoy the peaceful surroundings along the canal. “Ole Towne Festival” Attendees will have the opportunity to play horse shoes, beanbags, cards, and network with fellow business members. Enter to win door prizes! Picnic food and soft drinks Ole Towne Festival is the Premier Summer Event will be provided. Special sponsorships available! Though this event is free please RSVP by noon on 7/11/12. in the Town of Phillipsburg!

To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Colleen Daniels On Friday night from 6 - 9 p.m. at Shappell Park, the Festival presents: at [email protected]. “Showcase of the Stars” a professionally judged showcase vocal talent event with monetary prizes.

EPCC & WLCC Lunch Awards will be presented for three age groups: Wednesday, July 25 Middle School, High School & Adult. On Saturday & Sunday, join the community at Walters Park for: “IronPigs Night” • Community displays Coca-Cola Park • Games for the kids 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown • Crafters 5:35 p.m. Doors Open to Private Level • Local business displays 7:05 p.m. Game Time • $40 Member • Plenty of food & beverages • A variety of band music (from Rock to Big Band Sounds) “Lehigh Valley IronPigs vs. Norfolk Tides” • A car show • A team quoits competition Members will have advance entry to the private club level entrance and enjoy a buffet dinner • Chalk art contests on the PenTelaData Party Porch which will include: Hot dogs, hamburgers, BBQ Chicken, • “Antiques Road Show” and an auction. Baked Ziti, Beef Flank Steak, Potato salad, Corn the cob, Watermelon and cookies! Cold beverages include Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper and Dasani Bottled Water. The event is staffed by a personal attendant - cash bar! Space is limited to the first 60 registrants! On Sunday night at 9 p.m., enjoy a spectacular fireworks display! Reservations and payment due by 7/11/12. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, contact Meg Dowd at 610-739-1521. To register, see the enclosed flier or contact Colleen Daniels at [email protected].

The Amorey Winery Mixer Wednesday, August 1 Join LeBEAM and our friends at Amore Vineyards & Winery, for an evening of wine tasting, food and networking. $15.00 covers the cost of wine tasting, a souvenir wine glass and an array of fine food. Additional bottles of wine and wine glasses can be purchased. Bring your business cards! Why? Because in addition to great networking opportunities your business card is your ticket to win amazing door prizes. Sponsorships Available! Please contact Marlyn at [email protected].

Chamber Celtic Kick-Off Wednesday, September 26 Join The Chamber as we kick off Celtic Fest for a beer tasting extravaganza! This event is a great opportunity to network with current and future members! $20.00 covers the cost of beer tasting and food. Don’t forget to bring your business cards!

Save these Dates Sponsorships Available! Please contact Marlyn at [email protected]. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 43 44 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 45

Member News

Joan B. Marcus, president of Joan B. In honor of National CPR & AED First Generation made a contribution For the sixth year out of the past eight, Marcus Communications, will present Awareness Week, The Center for to Touchstone Theatre for their Young financial-services firm Edward Jones “Make Your Case for Fundraising Success Business and Industry at Northampton Playwright’s Lab and accompanying ranks highest in investor satisfaction and How to Craft a Compelling Grant Community College is offering AHA Festival, which took place at Zoellner with full service brokerage firms, accord- Proposal” at the 2012 LV Forum on Heartsaver CPR/AED & First Aid and AHA Arts Center in May. First Generation ing to the J.D. Power and Associates Fundraising and Philanthropy on June Heartsaver Adult CPR/AED training at donated through their ongoing First in 2012 Full Service Investor Satisfaction 15. For information, visit www.afpeast- their Fowler Family Southside Center Giving campaign, which allows the Study. The study measures overall ernpa.afpnet.org. Joan also will facilitate campus. To learn more, visit agency to give monetary donations investor satisfaction with full service the workshop, “How to Market Your www.northampton.edu/cbiregistration. each month to non-profits, charities and investment firms based on seven fac- Green Business”, at the Energypath 2012 On-site training is also available for com- individuals in need. tors: investment advisor, investment Conference and Expo, on June 28. For panies with ten or more employees performance, account information, information, visit www.energypath.org. requiring training. To learn more about The Nazareth Center for the Arts is account offerings, commissions and on-site training, call 610-332-6585. now enrolling students in summer fees, website and problem resolution. Joseph C. Lennert, president and CEO of workshops for Art and Acting classes. Edward Jones also received high marks Caruso Benefits Group, Inc., will be Serfass Construction Company con- Visit www.nazaretharts.com for detailed in the "Account Information" category, awarded the Clara Barton Honor Award tracted to renovate FLSmidth Inc.’s information on the center’s upcoming an important factor in the study. for Meritorious Volunteer Leadership on Corporate Facility in Bethlehem in Major schedule of events, concerts, exhibits, June 11 at the American Red Cross Energy Conservation Renovation. and classes, or call Amy at 610-751- The new website for the American Awards Celebration and Annual Serfass has been contracted to renovate 4049. Cancer Society’s Making Strides Meeting. The award is given to a volun- 110,000 square feet of commercial office Against Breast Cancer walk is up and teer for service in a number of leader- space greatly reducing the buildings The National Business Incubation running. Log onto www.cancer.org/ ship positions held over a period of carbon footprint and creating an energy Association (NBIA) named Ben Franklin makingstrides to register, sign up to years with the Red Cross. For more infor- efficient facility. TechVentures the 2012 Randall M. walk or donate. The event will take place mation, contact the Red Cross at 610- Whaley National Incubator of the Year on October 27 at 10 a.m. in downtown 865-4400, ext. 258. Tom Fiorini, Westgate Global Logistics, on May 8 at NBIA’s International Bethlehem. It’s a family friendly, 5K walk received the 2012 Heritage Award from Conference on Business Incubation. Ben and the proceeds benefit programs in Conestoga Bank announced the latest the Transportation Intermediaries Franklin TechVentures also won the both the Lehigh Valley and Berks step in its green initiative with the instal- Association (TIA). This award is given Dinah Adkins Incubator of the Year, County. lation of a new solar array on the roof of each year to an individual /company for Technology Focus at the NBIA event. its largest building, its Feasterville their long time service, commitment, Ben Franklin TechVentures is owned and Donegal Insurance Group recently branch. For tips about the many low- and innovation to the transportation managed by the Ben Franklin selected Arbor Insurance Group for cost ways your business can reduce intermediaries industry. In selecting Technology Partners of Northeastern their Donegal Leader’s Program in energy costs in electricity generation, Tom Fiorini, the Board honors his suc- PA (BFTP/NEP) on Lehigh University’s recognition of consistent agency electricity transmission, industrial cess and innovation along with his sup- Mountaintop Campus in Bethlehem. growth. Ohio Casualty Insurance select- processes, product delivery, and retail port and contribution to TIA and its ed Pennsylvania Insurance Alliance / sales, visit http://energy.gov/science- members. The Arts Academy Charter School is Arbor Insurance Group for their innovation/energy-efficiency. hosting a Gala on June 7 from 6 - 8 p.m. President’s Award. Both are prestigious Verizon Wireless extended its commit- at the DaVinci Science Center in awards given to a select group of profes- Don Adriaansen, CSDS®, co-founder of ment to domestic violence prevention Allentown. The event will provide sup- sional insurance agencies acknowledg- TITAN Mobile Shredding, LLC, was and awareness in the Lehigh Valley with porters with the ideal opportunity to ing exceptional leadership and service. elected to the Board of Directors of the a $1,000 donation to Turning Point of meet the new school staff and adminis- National Association for Information Lehigh Valley through its HopeLine by tration. Tickets information is available Boyle Construction, Inc. announced that Destruction. NAID® is the international Verizon program. Verizon Wireless also on Facebook, as well as http://artsacad- Ken Duerholz, AIA, VP, has earned the trade association for companies provid- honored members of the St. John’s emycharterschool.org. You may also American Society for Healthcare ing information destruction services youth group from Easton with HopeLine contact Deborah Giltz, World Wid Web Engineering (ASHE) Healthcare and suppliers of products, equipment Hero awards for their contributions to Communications, at 856-482-2424 x431. Construction Certificate (HCC). Granted and services to the industry. the HopeLine program. The youth by the American Hospital Association, group hosted a HopeLine collection The Moravian Historical Society’s 34th the certificate demonstrates Ken’s mas- Artefact, Inc. announced the comple- drive as a part of their “Give Back to My annual Arts & Crafts Festival will be held tery of the critical issues of patient safe- tion of the restoration of the Historic Community” initiative and donated 600 on June 9 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the ty, privacy, and risk assessment, and the Northampton County Courthouse in phones to the program. lawn of the Whitefield House. Enjoy latest compliance issues in healthcare Easton. The project was funded by an handmade arts and crafts, farm to table construction. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Cetronia Ambulance Corps. launched products, grilled food, local entertain- Block Grant, from the Department of a new website. Be sure to visit ment, and free kids activities. Contact Energy (DOE), awarded to Northampton www.cetronia.org. www.moravianhistoricalsociety.org or County in the fall of 2009. 610.759.5070 for details.

FREE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY: Member News • Submit your press releases to Brandy Skorupsky at [email protected]. Deadline is the 5th of the month prior in order to make the Connections deadline. (Placement is not guaranteed.) 46 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections

Rose Parade Extravaganza Mark Your Calendars Brought to you by: Hotel Bethlehem

Ring in 2013 with the most inclusive Rose Parade package available. You'll have reserved seats for the best in MAJOR EVENTS parade viewing as you watch the magnificent floral floats, equestrians and marching bands. This flexible itinerary offers two days with your choice of attractions such as Disneyland, Palm Springs, the Reagan Presidential JUNE 7 - LV Women’s Summit Library and more. Celebrate New Year's Eve at our private party, and spend all five nights at the Hyatt Regency Cedar Crest College, 100 College Dr., Allentown Long Beach. 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. $125 Mem./$175 Non-Mem.

JUNE 28 - Easton/Phillipsburg Golf Classic The Club at Morgan Hill 100 Clubhouse Dr., Easton 11:30 a.m. Reg. & Lunch/1 p.m. Shotgun Start 6 p.m. Dinner & Awards $150 Mem./$275 Two/$500 Foursome $45 Dinner Only

AUG 20 - Walla Gazoo Golf Tournament Bethlehem Golf Club 400 Illick’s Mill Rd., Bethlehem 11 a.m. Reg. & Lunch 12 Noon Shotgun Start Departs December 29, 2012 - 6 Days 5:30 p.m. Clambake & Awards $1595.00 (USD) Double Occupancy (Air fare not included) $140 Mem./$450 Foursome $50 Dinner Only Tour Highlights: Tour Inclusions: • Five nights at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach • All five nights at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach • 124th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade • At least nine meals OPEN HOUSES (CHAMBER-WIDE) • Exclusive New Year's Eve Party • Deluxe Motorcoach transportation • Admission to Disneyland OR Float Decorating • Baggage handling for one suitcase JUNE 26 - Borton Lawson Open House & Hollywood Tour OR spend the day in Palm Springs • All taxes AND gratuities for the driver 3897 Adler Place, Bethlehem • Admission to Universal Studios and step on guide 5 - 7 p.m. OR The Reagan Presidential Library FREE • New Year's Day Champagne Brunch JUNE 28 - Courtyard By Marriott Open House Day 1 - Welcome to the “City of Angels!” A welcome dinner is included as you settle in for a 5- night stay. Day 2 - Choice of 2160 Motel Dr., Bethlehem Disneyland, Palm Springs OR Rose Parade Float Decorating and Hollywood Tour. Return to Long Beach with the evening at 5 - 7 p.m. your leisure. Day 3 - Choice of Universal Studios or The Reagan Presidential Library and New Year’s Eve Gala Celebration. FREE Later, ring in 2013 with an evening of elegant dining, dancing to a live band, and a “Monte Carlo” style casino with prizes. There will be hats and party favors and a champagne toast! Day 4 - 124th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade and New Year's Day BUSINESS MATTERS STUDIO TAPING Champagne Brunch. Reserved premium grandstand seats to watch the Rose Parade. Return to the hotel for a special New Year’s Day champagne brunch. The remainder of the afternoon and evening are at your leisure. Day 5 - Post Parade Join Us as an Audience Member! “Showcase of Floats” and Lunch in Beverly Hills. The remainder of the afternoon and evening are at your leisure in Long Beach. Day 6 - Departure Day. Guaranteed Departure Travel To register, email Mike Schlossberg 2012 Exclusive Chamber Member Discount program • Call and save on your trip of a lifetime! at [email protected] or call 484-809-1796. For information, contact Lorie Reinert at [email protected] or (610) 739-1597.

Connections is Changing its !

Beginning with our July 2012 issue, the ad specs and rates for Connections will change. This is because we are adjusting the overall format to accommodate a stapled binding with “clean cut” edges. We are positive that this change will improve the overall look and quality for the popular publication. If you are a current advertiser in Connections, we will be contacting you shortly with the new ad specs. (Please note: If you submitted an advertising contract prior to this announcement, we will honor the current ad rates, but the specs will need to be adjusted.) If you have any questions or concerns, please email Brandy Skorupsky at [email protected]. Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections • Visit LehighValleyChamber.org June 2012 47

Mark Your Calendars Brought to you by: You can register for an event four ways: 1. Go to LehighValleyChamber.org to register online (you’ll need to set up a website account, first) 2. Submit the inserted registration flier 3. Email [email protected] 4. Call 610-841-5862

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JUNE 12 - LGBT Breakfast JUNE 5 - HLSC Event JUNE 21 - HDMSP Event “Best Practices for an Equality Workplace” “FREE Mixer & Program on Membership Benefits” “Party on the Deck in Downtown Allentown!” Holiday Inn Express Silver Creek Country Club Spiral Parking Deck 90 Kunkle Dr., Easton 700 Linden Ave., P.O. Box J, Hellertown 8th and Linden Sts., Allentown 7 - 8:30 a.m. 6 - 8 p.m.; FREE 5 - 8 p.m.; $10 Early Bird/$15 at the Door FREE JUNE 7 - ACC Event JUNE 27 - NACC Event JUNE 20 - SBC Event “Breakfast Seminar with Mayor Ed Pawlowski” “NACC IronPigs Night!” “Excellence in Business Awards” Hamilton Family Diner, 2027 W. Hamilton St., Allentown Coca-Cola Park, 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown Coca-Cola Park, 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown 7:30 a.m. Reg./8 - 9 a.m. Program 5:45 p.m. Doors Open/7:05 p.m. Game 5 p.m. Reception/6 p.m. Awards Presentation FREE Allentown Businesses/$25 $40 Mem. $30 Mem./$40 Late Reg./Walk‑ins/$50 Non‑Mem. JUNE 9 - HDMSP Event JULY 18 - GNLCC Event JUNE 26 - WBC & YPC Event “5th Annual Blues, Brews and Barbecue” “Summer Picnic” “The Presentation Package: Dress, Impress...” 9th and Hamilton Sts., Allentown Walnutport Canal Park Historic Hotel Bethlehem, Terrace Restaurant 12 Noon - 10 p.m.; FREE 5:30 - till 8 p.m. 437 Main St., Bethlehem FREE 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. JUNE 12 - GNLCC Event: “Municipal Update” $25 Mem./$30 Late Reg./Walk‑ins Neffs Hotel Otherside Restaurant, Rte. 873, Neffs JULY 20 - 22 - PACC Event 11:30 a.m. Doors Open/12 Noon Lunch; $15 ”Phillipsburg Ole Towne Festival” Shappell Park & Walters Park, Phillipsburg, NJ Council/Chamber Abbreviations: JUNE 14 - SLCC Event: “Casual for a Cause: Open...” 12 Noon - 9 p.m.; FREE to Attend Putt U Miniature Golf, 5200 Rte. 309, Center Valley ACC: Allentown Chamber • BCC: Bethlehem 5 p.m. Shotgun Start/5:30 - 7 p.m. Mixer; $5 Child JULY 25 - EPCC & WLCC Event Chamber • BCAF: Business & Commerce $8 Adult/$10 Late Reg./$20 Family of 4 “IronPigs Night” Association of Forks • DBA: Downtown Coca-Cola Park, 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown Bethlehem Association • EACC: Easton Area JUNE 14 - Easton Chamber Annual Dinner 5:35 p.m. Doors Open/7:05 p.m. Game Chamber • EPCC: East Penn Chamber • GNLCC: Vintage Restaurant & Bar, The Club at Morgan Hill $40 Mem. Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber • HCC: 100 Clubhouse Dr., Easton Hispanic Chamber • HDMSP: Hamilton District 5:30 p.m. Reception/6:15 p.m. Dinner & Program $80 Mem./$120 Non-Mem. Main St Program • HLSC: Hellertown Lower SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS Saucon Chamber • NACC: Northampton Area JUNE 20 - EPCC & WLCC Event JUNE 8 - Metter Interactive Webinar Chamber • LeBEAM: Lehigh Township, Bath “What’s Happening in Your School District?” “Is your website mobile ready?” Borough, East Allen Township and Moore Brookside Country Club, 901 Willow Ln., Macungie 11 a.m. - 12 Noon; FREE Township Council • PACC: Phillipsburg Area 11:30 a.m. Doors Open/12 Noon Lunch & Program https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/518934522 Chamber • LGBT: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & $18 Mem./$22 Late Reg./Walk-Ins/$36 Non-Mem. Transgender Business Council • PP: Public Policy JUNE 14 - Chamber Workshop JUNE 20 - Nazareth Event Committee • SBC: Small Business Council • “Social Media Workshop - Learn to use Social...” “YOU CAN Double Your Income in One Year” SLCC: Southern Lehigh Chamber • WBC: Central Penn College Nazareth Center for the Arts Women’s Business Council • WBC: Workforce 1455 Valley Center Pkwy., Ste. 200, Bethlehem 30 Belvidere St., Nazareth Investment Board • WLCC: Western Lehigh 10 a.m. Reg./10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Workshop 5:30 - 7 p.m.; $20 Chamber • YPC: Young Professionals Council $49 Mem./$79 Non-Mem. 48 June 2012 Visit LehighValleyChamber.org • Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Connections PAID PRSRT STD PERMIT #65 U.S. Postage Postage U.S. Lehigh Valley, PA Valley, Lehigh Time Dated Material Time 561 Main Street, Suite 200, Bethlehem, PA 18018 200, Bethlehem, Suite PA 561 Main Street,