MEMBERSHIP NEWSLETTER
March 2020
The Chamber Perspective 801 S Hanover Street, Carlisle, PA
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Timothy Cox Black Flag Arms Company Carlisle, PA 17013 (717) 440-3080 lapd1820@gmail.com blackflagarmscompany.com
Our annual Economic Forecast, sponsored once again this year by Wilmington Trust, provided our membership with a pretty vivid snapshot of what we can expect might happen with our economy over the next few months. The Presidential election, the threat of the coronavirus, and other factors will directly impact our businesses in many different ways. One of the major issues she addressed was that of labor force productivity and how it’s measured. In the past, the equation has always been constant and remains the same to this day. However, with the increase of globalization, as well as automation the measurements can no longer remain as it always has. Therefore, the final numbers for productivity are not always what they seem, but it does not discount its value to businesses. Make no mistake, globalization and automation are not scapegoats, but instead, an added variable to the productivity equation to ensure accurate measurements. Rhea Thomas, an Economist from Wilmington Trust states “an epidemic typically affects GDP growth most directly through reduced consumer spending activity, with a particular hit to industries such as transportation, retail, entertainment, and tourism, as individuals refrain from activities outside the home to avoid infection. Though it is difficult to isolate the pure economic impact of SARS from other factors influencing the economy, it is still instructive to look at past GDP growth. During the SARS outbreak, Chinese GDP fell from 11.1% y/y in 1Q 2003 to 9.1% y/y in 2Q 2003, before recovering to 10.0% y/y by 3Q and 4Q 2003 and fully rebounding to 11.6% y/y by 2Q 2004. Hong Kong and Canada, the countries with the next highest death tolls due to SARS (299 and 44 respectively), experienced similar impacts. This suggests a hit to GDP for roughly one– to two quarters based on the SARS experience.”1 Our area has a number of distribution centers and warehouses, so the impact of a slowing of product movement from China could potentially have an impact on the availability of goods in the months to come. So we are asking you – How is your business doing? Is 2020 going to a strong year for your business/firm? What is the impact of technological changes on your business? Ms. Thomas stated the importance productivity to economic growth – are seeing in your businesses overall performance? Please email me with your responses – we are listening and want to know how you are doing!
Michelle Hornick Crowley Rhea Thomas, “Coronavirus Concerns: Monitoring the Risks Closley, but Not Reacting in Portfolios Yet”, Wilmington Wire, January 28, 2020
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Alex Dapkewicz Diakon Wilderness Center 571 Mountain Rd. P.O. Box 10 Boiling Springs, PA 17007 (717) 960-6722 dapkewicza@diakon.org www.diakon.org Brian Walsh Frey Transportation 102 N. West St. Carlisle, PA 17013 (717) 686-6068 Bwalsh@freytransportation.com Jessica Barefoot Grove Financial & Assoc., Inc. 155 W. High St. Carlisle, PA 17013 (717) 243-7323 j.barefoot@grovefinancial.net thegroveinsuranceagency.com Prudence Hessou HSP Solutions P.O. Box 936 Carlisle, PA 17013 (717) 347-9868 prudence.hessou@hspsolutions.net hspsolutions.net Eve Webster Kindred Kaboodle LLC 5 N. Hanover Carlisle, PA 17013 (223) 212-5988 kindredkaboodle@gmail.com www.kindredkaboodle.com Mary Caceres Magnolia Bloom Photography 340 E. Louther St., Ste. 6 Carlisle, PA 17015 (717) 461-3038 Mary@magnoliabloomphotography.com www.magnoliabloomphotography.com/ Continued on page 4...
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: WARD JOINS DIAMOND WEALTH ADVISORS
Christina Ward has recently joined the team at Diamond Wealth Advisors. Chrissy has worked in the Financial Planning field for over 20 years. She is a 1999 graduate of University of Pittsburgh earning her B.A. degree in Business/Finance and Economics as well as a graduate of the International Business Program at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg in Freiburg Germany. Chrissy utilizes a strategy that focuses on creating a long-term plan, with specific goals along the way, to help make retirement dreams a reality. Her close relationship with her clients as well as the approach to understand the behavior behind financial decisions, is what makes each of her client relationships special. Through this relationship, a true partnership can be formed.
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Chrissy has her Series 7, 63 and 66 securities registration through LPL Financial and she maintains her PA Life and Health Insurance licenses as well. Chrissy also holds a Certificate as a Behavioral Financial Advisor. Chrissy is actively involved in the activities of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Camp Hill PA. Chrissy resides in Carlisle with her husband Michael and their children, Matthew and Mikaela. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, running, and cheering her kids on at their respective sporting events.
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Ready? Set. Go! Hurdling the Paradigm Shift
Chamber Events
By Jeanna Som Business and Education Advancement Director
Last month I introduced myself as the new Business and Education Advancement Director at the Chamber. The thought has occurred to me that you may be wondering, why is there a need for such a position and how is this adding value to my membership? Let me explain. If you are responsible for hiring at your organization I don’t have to tell you how hard it is to find qualified individuals or convince you that the workforce in general is in a predicament (some might even go so far as to call it a crisis). The misalignment between skills acquired through education and actual skills needed in the workforce is a skills gap that threatens our economic future. Research is plentiful on the paradigm shift necessary and proposed practices that could offer solutions to this predicament, almost all of which require a concerted effort. The mission of the Carlisle Chamber is to be a catalyst that will actively promote and support responsible economic growth in the Carlisle region, while continuing to provide enhanced benefits for our membership and a vibrant quality of life for our community. The Business and Education Advancement initiative provides our Chamber Members with an exclusive opportunity (membership benefit) to be part of a collaborative and progressive effort to close the skills gap in our community. On April 15th, during our SCHOOL-WORK 101 SYMPOSIUM, we will further investigate the paradigm shift, hear about changes already underway and unveil exciting plans for the future. Registration will be open soon and we hope to see you there. LET’S GET TO WORK!
INFORMATIONAL TRAVEL MEETINGS ON THE HORIZON Do you dream of adventures in a far off land? Have you always wanted to visit Egypt; or perhaps take an adventure in the amazing mountains and picturesque “old world” cities of Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria? The Carlisle Chamber is excited to say that we have a trip to both destinations coming in the near future. We have planned upcoming informational meetings for both of the trips. With Discover Switzerland, Austria, & Bavaria, you’ll enjoy a 10-day tour with 12 meals included at the member price of $3,899/person ($3,999/person for non-members) during the April 29 through May 8, 2021 trip. On this adventure you’ll visit Mozart’s birthplace, the Mirabell Gardens that were featured in the “The Sound of Music”, as well as the fairytale castle - Nueschwanstein. The Discover Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria Informational meeting will be held on April 6, 2020 at the Carlisle Chamber Office (801 S Hanover Street) from 6 PM to 8 PM. While on the Treasure of Egypt 13-day tour, you’ll enjoy 22 meals included at the member price of $4,499/person ($4,599/person non-members) during the October 14 through October 26, 2020 trip. During this amazing experience, you’ll enjoy a leisurely paced 4-night cruise to discover the secrets of the world’s longest river - the Nile. You’ll also visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings. The Treasure of Egypt Informational Meeting will be held on April 8, 2020 at the Carlisle Chamber Office from 6 PM to 8 PM. Both meetings are free to attend; however, we ask that you RSVP. If you’re interested in either of these meetings, please contact Robyn at 717-243-4515 or email her at rdingle@carlislechamber.org.
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Wow! January’s M2M was amazing! With more than 30 members networking at Hoss’s Steak & Sea House.
1794 Whiskey Rebellion’s Evening Mixer was an enjoyable and crowded evening. We love to see that!
On January 27th, we enjoyed meeting our newly elected officials at Penn State Dickinson School of Law. Stephanie Jirard’s dynamic discussion on speaking out on issues engaged everyone at February’s Women for Women.
Congratulations to Anahata Yoga and Mindful Movement on their new, beautiful downtown studio!
February’s CAPA was packed to the brim in the board room to listen to Hiyam Wakeem’s Gender Issues in the Workplace.
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Upcoming Events Mar 4
Nonprofit Round-Table Discussion Carlisle Chamber Office 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Mar 4
Northern Italy Informational Meeting Carlisle Chamber Office 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Mar 10
County Commissioners Breakfast Elks Lodge 120 W Ridge Street 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Mar 11
CAPA Carlisle Chamber Office 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Mar 15
Taste of Carlisle Carlisle Expo Center 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Mar 18
Food and Thought Carlisle Chamber Office 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Mar 20
Conversation Cafe Square Bean Carlisle 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Renewing Members Beth McKinley at Thrivent Financial Beverage Express Big Spring School District Borough of Carlisle Brown Schultz Sheridan & Fritz Carlisle Area Family Life Center Carlisle Christian Academy Carlisle Early Education Center Carlisle House Bed & Breakfast Civil Eyes’d Optical Classic Drycleaners and Laundromats Cornerstone HR & Management Consulting Inc. Country Inns & Suites of Carlisle Cumberland Valley Cleaning Denim Coffee Diamond6 Leadership & Strategy, LLC Divine Wellness Dyndes, Inc. Eagles Crossing Golf Course Fairfield Inn & Suites Filson Water, LLC First Command Financial Planning First United Church of Christ - Carlisle
Foundation for Free Enterprise Ed. Hardee’s IntegrityWorks Coaching Keystone Arms Rental Townhomes Lindt Factory Outlet Molly Pitcher Brewing Company Navy Federal Credit Union Noble Car and Doggie Wash Partnership for Career Development Pat Craig Studios, LLC Peaceful Balance Health & Wellness, LLC Plant Site Logistics Inc. RSR Realtors LLC Saint Patrick Roman Catholic Church SmartMed Prescription Center South Middleton Township Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority The Greatest Gift The Hite Company, A Division of Mayer Electric Torres Credit Services, Inc. Utility Rates Analysts Wilson Paving
NEW MEMBERS CONTINUED... John Obi PA Property Pros 511 W. Simpson St. Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 706-0494 papropertypros@gmail.com Courtney Genise The Bead Emporium 45 Army Heritage Dr. Carlisle, PA 17013 (717) 609-7377 carlislebeademporium@gmail.com www.thebeademporium.net
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The Carlisle Chamber Board and Directors
Robb Keith, Board Chair Michelle Hornick-Crowley, Secretary and Chamber President Steve Kaufman, Vice Chair Vince Champion, Treasurer John Friend, Past Chair Crystal Quintin, Sr., Chair CBEF Community Dev. Committee Kevin Curtis, CBEF Co-Chair Douglas Dyer, Chair Membership
Mar M2M Networking 25 Lunch
Hoss’s Steak & Sea House 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
LaunchPad Evening
Mar Mixer 26 31 E Main Street,
Newville 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Mar Senator Judy Ward 27 Breakfast Comfort Suites 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Mar Strategic Marketing 30 Workshop
Carlisle Chamber Office 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM All events are in Carlisle unless noted otherwise
Directors Laura Portillo Ashleigh Goss Corby Scott Sheaffer Perry Heath Michelle Lisk Bradley Griffie Pam Van Pelt Paulo Oliveira Dennis Trautman
Ex-Officio Members Valerie Copenhaver David Everhart Virginia Mauk Ivo Otto Samuel Glesner Kevin Roberts LTC Courtney Short Lucy Zander
The Carlisle Chamber Staff Members Michelle Hornick-Crowley, President and CEO Donna Hunter, Vice President of Membership Hollis Kosco, Director of Events Robyn Dingle, Operations Director Jen Germain, Director of Marketing and Development Jeanna Som, Business and Education Advancement Director
MAY 20, 2020 • 8:00-4:00 PM • HIGH CENTER AT MESSIAH COLLEGE
Keyne Speak Lt. Col. Patricia Murray
Run yr Own Race & L the Wld Chase Y Lieutenant Colonel (ret.) Patricia Murray has been speaking to audiences of all ages for more than 25 years about how the most ordinary ideas can be extraordinary successes. She has often been told how “lucky” she has been in her life to have achieved so much. But once you listen to her speak, you will learn that the secret to her success is simply turning life’s normal rejections and failures to her advantage and seizing opportunities when they appear.
Break Out Session Speakers:
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Mandy Arnold "Strong Cultural Communications That Build Real Buy-In"
Shubra Kumar-Bradley "Be the Face of Diversity and Inclusion in your Organization"
MaryBeth Staub "Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone"
Hiyam Wakeem "Communication for Success: Watch Your Language"
Katie Zimmerman, Tammy McCrae, Aaysha Noor, & Miriam DeFehr "How to Excel in a Nonprofit Board Room"
Deb Ellenberg "Climbing Your Way to Success"
Sei 3 Kathy Snavely "Eating4Life"
Christina Butler "The Seven Deadly Sins of Business Behavior" Ivy Buchan & Katie Crane "Create a Mentoring Culture: Lessons from the Helix Team"
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