leadership - The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce

AUGUST 2015
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NEW AWARD
EXCELLENCE IN
LEADERSHIP
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222 Mulberry Street
P.O. Box 431
Scranton, PA 18501
• 255,964 SF
• Attached Parking
Garage
• Availble for
Lease or Sale
• KIZ Approved
• Downtown Scranton
119 Wyoming Avenue
Wednesday,
August 26, 2015
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
2751 Boulevard Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
MetroTech Center, Scranton, PA
• 36,400 SF office
space available
• On-site parking
• Downtown Scranton
• Business Incubator
Suites available
YOU’RE INVITED
TO AN EXCLUSIVE EVENT!
September 10, 2015
8:30 - 10:00am
• KIZ approved
MAKE YOUR MEMBERSHIP COUNT.
Learn how the Chamber can help you!
201 Lackawanna Avenue
Scranton Enterprise Center, Scranton, PA
• 45,249 SF
• Parking for 220+
• Incubator suites
• 30,000 SF Anchor
Tenant space
• Tax free through
12/31/2020
• KIZ approved
Applications Due September 18th
50 Alberigi Drive
TekRidge Center, Jessup, Pa
570-342-7711
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*All photos courtesy of those featured unless otherwise noted.
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Meet the New
Chamber Board
Robert G. Bee is the vice president and general manager of WBRE-TV and Pahomepage.com,
owned by Nextstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. He has held this position since January 2012. Bob
joined Nextstar from Hearst Television where he served as director of sales for WTAE-TV, the ABC
affiliate in Pittsburgh. A graduate of St. John’s University in New York, Bob was also a member of
the NAB Management Development Studies, Class of 2003 at Northwestern University, Kellogg
School of Management, Medill School of Journalism.
Attorney William P. Conaboy is the president and chief executive officer for Allied Services
Integrated Health System. Prior to being named president and CEO, he served as the company’s
senior vice president/general counsel and corporate compliance officer. He received a Bachelor
of Science degree from the University of Scranton. Licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania, he holds a Juris Doctorate from the Dickinson School of Law. Attorney Conaboy
serves as a member of the board of directors on several area educational institutions and nonprofit organizations.
Nancy Sarno de los Rios, who has a degree in Marketing from Penn State University, is a partner in
Sarno & Son Formalwear, a business founded by her grandfather. Nancy and her brother Mark now
manage this operation from their headquarters on South Washington Avenue in Scranton. Sarno &
Son Formalwear is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.
Mitch Dolan serves as chief operating officer of the radio and outdoor division of Times-Shamrock
Communications. He joined Times-Shamrock in 2014 after serving as president of the ABC Radio
Station Group (later Citadel Broadcasting) and simultaneously served as president and general
manager of New York flagship radio stations 77WABC and 95.5WPLJ-FM. A 1978 graduate of
Niagara University, Mitch has received numerous individual and group honors and nominations
including NAB Station of the Year, Marconi Awards, Crystal Awards and News/Talk Executive of the
Year, among others.
Susan Estler was named executive director of the Lackawanna County Convention and Visitors
Bureau in June 2014. She is a career tourism professional coming to Northeastern Pennsylvania
from Florida with more than a decade’s worth of industry experience in both Panama City Beach
and Bradenton, Florida. Susan has been honored with an Award of Excellence by Hospitality Sales
& Marketing Association International (HSMAI). She is a native of Morristown, New Jersey.
Greg Gagorik is president of Toyota of Scranton as well as president of Scion of Scranton and
Electric City Kia. Born in Bellefonte, he was raised in Bowie, Maryland and received a Bachelor
of Arts degree from the University of Maryland. Greg is a member of several professional
associations, including Toyota Motor Sales Dealer Council Board of Directors and Toyota Motor
Sales Advertising Council Board of Directors. He also serves in various volunteer capacities with a
number of local community organizations.
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Attorney Marion Munley is a Temple University School of Law graduate and a University of
Scranton alumna who has represented individuals and families in complex personal injury litigation
in state and federal courts. She is a member of the American Association for Justice, where she
currently serves as an At-Large Governor on the Board of Governors, as well as the Pennsylvania
Association for Justice, where she is a member of its Board of Governors and executive
committee. Attorney Munley received the title of “Pennsylvania Super Lawyer” for the last 11
years and was named one of the Top 50 Women Lawyers in Pennsylvania by Super Lawyers.
Steven J. Scheinman, M.D., president and dean of The Commonwealth Medial College
(TCMC), is a respected physician, medical scientist and national leader in academic medicine.
Dr. Scheinman is a nephrologist who has made major contributions to the understanding of the
molecular genetics of kidney stones and a range of diseases causing chronic renal failure. Before
coming to TCMC, he spent most of his career at the SUNY Upstate Medical University where
he had been professor of medicine and pharmacology and served for eight years as senior vice
president and dean of the College of Medicine.
Lisa Hall Zielinski, Director of The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center,
ensures that small businesses in eight northeastern Pennsylvania counties have access to the
guidance and support they need to overcome challenges and find success. A graduate of
Duquesne University (MS) and Keystone College (BS, AA), she is experienced in the areas of
training and consulting, fundraising and non-profit management. Lisa is the recipient of numerous
honors and awards, including being named one of the Top 25 Women in Business by the
Northeast PA Business Journal.
Art Russo is the owner of Art Russo Construction, Scranton. As a developer, he has renovated a number of older
structures and buildings in downtown Scranton, repurposing many of them for residential as well as commercial use.
Brian S. Thornton
Vincent M. Kubilus III
Senior Financial Consultant | Infinex Investments, Inc.
Assistant Vice President | Peoples Security Bank & Trust Company
Financial Advisor | Infinex Investments, Inc.
Assistant Vice President | Peoples Security Bank & Trust Company
Mr. Thornton has over 22 years in
the Financial Services Industry. He
received his Bachelor of Science degree from Lehigh University and holds FINRA Series 6,
7, 63 and 24. In addition, he is licensed in Pennsylvania,
New York and Maryland for the sale of Life Insurance,
Annuities, and Accident & Health. His financial services
insight combined with a consultative approach enable
him to help his clients realize their financial goals.
Mr. Kubilus graduated with a
Bachelors of Business degree from
Marywood University in 2010 and
with an MBA in Finance and Investments in 2012.
He has 5 years experience in the Financial Services
Industry. He holds FINRA Series 6, 7 and 63, and
is also licensed in Pennsylvania for the sale of Life
Insurance and Annuities. His goal is to educate his
clients on the importance of developing a sound financial plan and helping them reach their financial goals.
Securities offered through INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC. Member FINRA/SIPC. Penn Security Financial Advisors is a trade
name of Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company. Infinex and Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company are not affiliated.
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TEAM THRIVE
RODAN + FIELDS INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
Thompson, PA
(607) 206-4348
Member since 2015
Elizabeth Guerrero was born and raised
in northeastern Pennsylvania with an
entrepreneurial spirit. Today, she owns
her own business, Team Thrive, partnered
with Rodan + Fields Dermatologists. As an
independent consultant, Elizabeth is a mentor
and motivator.
We recently had a chance to catch up with Ms.
Guerrero to talk about Team Thrive, and how
she is expanding her business in Northeastern
Pennsylvania.
Can you give us a little background on
your past professional experience?
My background is in education, but I’ve
always had an entrepreneurial spirit. When
I was little, I was the kid making and selling
crafts, having yard sales and dreaming of
owning my own business.
How did you first discover
Rodan + Fields?
About a year and a half ago, I heard about
Rodan + Fields online, via an interview
with the woman who is now my personal
mentor. What caught my attention was
the prestige of the doctors who founded
the company, as well as its status as
the fastest growing premium skin care
company in the country.
What makes R+F unique in the
skin care industry?
Rodan + Fields was founded by Stanfordtrained dermatologists Dr. Katie Rodan
and Dr. Kathy Fields, who are known and
respected worldwide for creating the
Proactiv skincare line. Our products are
based on the doctors’ philosophy of multimed therapy. This regimen-based approach
to treating common skin concerns combines
over-the-counter pharmaceutical and active
cosmetic ingredients in the right combination
with optimized, elegant formulations to
deliver clinically proven results without a visit
to the dermatologist’s office.
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What do you like the
most about being
an independent
consultant?
THE CHAMBER
WASTES NO TIME
IN HELPING ITS
NEW MEMBERS
GET STARTED
AND INVOLVED.
How do you motivate your
team and yourself?
I’ve always been very intrinsically
motivated, so just keeping my
One of the best parts
“why” at the front of my mind
is being my own
keeps me going through the
boss. I have a flexible
ups and downs. As far as my
part-time schedule
team, I’ve learned that it’s more
and I have fun doing
about inspiring than motivating.
my job, which is not
My team has to want it for
something to be taken
themselves, but by helping them
for granted. In addition,
discover how strong they are,
- Elizabeth Guerrero
being an independent
letting them know how much they
consultant is both
mean to me and to the world and
professionally and
helping them to find and use their
personally rewarding because the business
unique gifts, I can inspire them to be their
is not just about me, it’s about mentoring
best selves.
other women as well. I build my business by
How has The Chamber helped
helping other women build theirs— I literally
your business?
cannot reach my own goals without first
helping others to achieve their goals.
I’ve only been a Chamber member for a
Can you explain how you attract clients
and how you plan on expanding your
sales area?
My business grows by word of mouth, so
I am always sharing what I have to offer
both with my products and my business
opportunity — whether that’s online, on the
phone, at work or just through regular daily
social interactions. I also use social media
to share product testimonials from happy
customers, updates on my growing team,
and my own excitement and gratitude about
what Rodan + Fields is doing in my life.
Can you describe the team structure?
My team is like a family that is constantly
growing as we welcome new members who
share our mission of living well by doing
good for others. I have my mentors above
me who generously share their time and
experience and I continue that legacy by
coaching and supporting those who have
joined me as personal business partners.
I get more excited about seeing a team
member’s success than I do about my own!
short period of time and I’ve already been
impressed with the opportunities provided.
The Chamber wastes no time in helping its
new members get started and involved.
Since I became a member, the Chamber
has actively reached out to me to provide
opportunities for business exposure,
networking and savings.
Each month, The Chamber highlights
a member business that is making
its mark in our community. To apply
for the Small Business Spotlight
award visit scrantonchamber.com.
The Small Business Spotlight award is
sponsored by:
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PROTECTING MY
COMPANY FROM
RANSOMWARE
DAVID GAVRONSKY
Regional Sales Executive at Site2, LLC
877-SITE-TWO, ext. 5312 • www.site2.com
What is Ransomware?
Ransomware is a generic term for
a computer virus that encrypts, or
locks, computer files and folders
with a password/encryption key
unknown to the computer owner.
The individual or group responsible
for the virus threatens to keep the
information locked indefinitely
or permanently delete it unless a
monetary ransom is paid. One of
the most well-known ransomware
viruses is the Cryptolocker.
How does my computer get
infected?
Like most viruses, a ransomware virus
is most commonly introduced onto a
computer or computer network through
the actions of a single, unsuspecting
employee. The following are examples
of how someone can unintentionally
acquire the virus:
• Email – this is the most common
way of receiving a ransomware virus.
Emails are “spoofed” to look like they
are coming from a legitimate source.
Attached will often be a PDF document
that the reader is tempted to open
due to the genuine appearance of the
email. Once opened, the ransomware is
installed and executed on the recipient’s
computer.
• Website – when surfing the web and
downloading free or even purchased
content like music, games and software,
viruses can be embedded in the
download “package,” secretly installing
a virus.
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• Thumb drive – these infected devices
are typically left behind on the floor or
in a public location. The curiosity of the
individual who finds the device prompts
them to plug it in to a computer to see
what’s on the drive. As soon as the
drive is accessed, the virus is installed
and infects the computer.
How bad can it get?
Like most viruses, ransomware infects
as much as it can get to. This is usually
determined by the permission of the
user who allowed the virus onto the
computer. Therefore, if the user only
has access to the human resources files,
those will be the only ones infected.
However, if the user is an administrator
and has access to all files on the
computer, server and network, then the
virus can infect every company file and
folder, ultimately bringing the company
to its knees.
How do I protect myself and my
organization from these viruses?
• Anti-SPAM software – ensure your
email is being scanned for SPAM prior
to reaching your email server. Many
known illicit senders are blocked by
SPAM filter software before they ever
reach your computer.
• Antivirus software – good anti-virus
software will prevent viruses from being
downloaded, installed and opened from
a variety of sources. Unfortunately, the
only way the antivirus software company
knows about a new virus is when
someone gets infected as someone has
to be the first victim.
• Backup – no matter how vigilant
your organization may be, a virus
can ultimately find its way onto your
computer. Therefore, it is critical
that you always backup your critical
company information, keeping multiple
generations (i.e. versions) of every file so
that you can recover to a version that was
backed up prior to the virus infection.
• Limit authorization rights – grant
employees access to the files and file
shares required to do their job and no
more than that. Separate files by job
responsibility, security and privacy level
into different folders with separate
permissions. Administrative users
should have two accounts – one used
when they need to do specific, network
wide changes (i.e. admin work) and one
for daily work that doesn’t require as
much access (most of their daily work
should be done using this account).
• Policies and procedures – it is critical
that the organization’s employees know
what is and isn’t permitted while on a
computer at work. Policies around email
use, website surfing and file sharing
controls need to be documented and
shared on a regular basis, with clearly
established consequences.
To learn more about information
protection and preservation
strategies, visit us on the web at
www.site2.com, or contact Dave
Gavronsky at 877-SITE-TWO, ext.
5312.
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THE GREATER SCRANTON
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
AWARD APPLICATIONS
ARE BEING ACCEPTED
FOR THE FOLLOWING
Best Practices in
Community Involvement
Best Practices in
Customer Service
SCRANTON AWARDS FOR
GROWTH & EXCELLENCE
The SAGE Awards celebrate the outstanding
efforts of our local business community through
their talent, creativity and innovation. All SAGE Award finalists will be entered into the People’s
Choice Award category. The recipient will be determined by
an online community-wide popular vote.
All award recipients will be announced at the Chamber Gala
on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at Lackawanna College. The application, instructions, and judging criteria for the
SAGE Awards are available at scrantonchamber.com.
Application
Deadline
The deadline for applications is
Friday, September 18, 2015
by 4 p.m.
Save
the Date
The 6th Annual Chamber Gala is on
Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at
Lackawanna College
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Best Practices in
Marketing and Communications
Business of the Year
Excellence in
w
e
N Leadership
Healthy Workplace of the Year
Hometown Star
New and Emerging
Business of the Year
Non-Profit
Organization of the Year
Pride and Progress:
Exterior Renovations
Pride and Progress:
Interior Renovations
Pride and Progress:
New Construction
Small Business of the Year
Woman of Excellence
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After months of renovations, in collaboration
with The University of Scranton and Greenspace
Properties, the newest Hildebrandt Learning
Center will open its doors in Scranton. “We are grateful and excited The University
of Scranton Early Learning Center has
become a reality. We have always hoped to
open an early learning center in Scranton, and
due to this wonderful partnership, the dream
has been fulfilled. This is a very exciting
time.” said Bill Grant, chief executive officer of
Hildebrandt Learning Centers. The newest center, located at 528 Quincy Avenue in
Scranton, occupies the first floor of the former East
Scranton Intermediate School. The historic building has
been completely renovated while retaining much of its
original character features, such as beautiful hardwood
floors in the classrooms and the natural wood paneling
that flanks the spacious corridors. Each age group
benefits by having their own age-appropriate classrooms,
all of which are flooded with natural light. In addition to
the interior space, there are two nature-inspired, ageappropriate outdoor play spaces. The early learning center’s proximity to The University of
Scranton campus will provide opportunities for students
enrolled in the education, nursing and other programs
to gain hands-on experience working with children while
expanding the center’s enrichment program offerings. The early learning center will serve The University of
Scranton’s employees as well as community families and
will care for children ranging in age from six weeks old
through kindergarten and will employ approximately 25 to
30 staff members.
Enrollments are being accepted and daily tours
will be held for interested families. If you would like to learn more about enrollment
opportunities at The University of Scranton Early
Learning Center,contact Elaine Errico
by phone at 800-874-3461, ext. 117, or email
[email protected]. Hildebrandt Learning Centers are committed to providing the highest quality care and education to all
children by utilizing the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) standards
of developmentally appropriate practice. Our degreed teachers build warm, welcoming, stimulating
environments that provide children a unique framework for lifelong learning.
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MemberNews
Announcements
FNCB Jeans for a Cause Raises Funds for Local Charities
“Jeans for a Cause” is a fundraising effort that
encourages employees of First National Community
Bank (FNCB) to make a small donation in exchange for
the opportunity to wear jeans to work one Friday every
month. Locally-based for more than 100 years, FNCB
provides a corporate match of all donations collected.
In June, FNCB presented representatives from Volunteers
in Medicine with a $710 donation. In July, they presented
the Employment Opportunity & Training Center (EOTC)
with a $752 donation.
Cancer Institute Names
Chair for 23rd Annual
Cancer Survivors Day
John Regula was recently
named the chair of the
Northeast Regional Cancer
Institute’s 23rd Annual
Cancer Survivors Day —
Honoring, Remembering,
Sharing. John Regula
currently serves as the
Vice President and
Chief Information Officer for Allied Services of
Pennsylvania. Cancer Survivors Day is a dual-location
event set for Saturday, September 12, at Kirby
Park in Wilkes-Barre and Saturday, September 26,
at McDade Park in Scranton from 10 a.m. to noon
and is free of charge. For more information, visit
cancernepa.org or call the Northeast Regional
Cancer Institute at 1-800-424-6724.
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Comprehensive Cancer Control Stakeholders in Northeast
Pennsylvania Host Palliative Care Roundtable
On Tuesday, June 9, healthcare professionals, nurses and oncologists
gathered to attend the Northeast Pennsylvania Palliative Care
Roundtable. This event was sponsored by Comprehensive Cancer
Control stakeholders in northeast Pennsylvania and took place at The
Commonwealth Medical College in Scranton. This roundtable was
the first of four regional roundtables through the Pennsylvania Cancer
Control Plan initiative.
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Jewish Family Service’s 100th Annual Meeting was held on June 16
New Hires and Employee
Recognitions at The Wright Center
Maria Montoro-Edwards
has joined The Wright
Center as Vice President
of Grants and Strategic
Initiatives.
Officers nominated to serve a one year
term include, from left: Seth Gross
(treasurer), Jay Landau (president),
Sheila Cutler (secretary), Natalie
Gelb (third vice president) and Elliot
Schoenberg (second vice president).
Eric Weinberg, not pictured, is the first
vice president.
Directors nominated to serve new terms
include, from left: Dr. Dan Ginsberg,
Lean Gans, Esther Adelman, Leah
Laury, Margaret Sheldon, Dan Marcus,
Susan Blum Connors, Michael Noto,
Larissa Schwass, Maggie Nasser, Larry
Grossinger DPM, Molly Rutta and Janet
Townsend, MD (not pictured).
JFSNEPA Executive
Director Sheila
Nudelman Abdo,
ACSW, LCSW
Walter Checefsky, Archbald Receives
PENNDOT Star of Excellence Award.
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Leslie
S. Richards announced that 25 department employees received the agency’s
Star of Excellence Award, PennDOT’s highest recognition, during an event at
the Governor’s Residence, “The Star of Excellence award illustrates that these
employees, through their dedication, innovation and energy keep our agency in
the forefront of customer service,” Richards said. “We estimate that this group
of exemplary employees has saved taxpayers roughly $6 million through their
efforts. ”District 4 recipient is Walter Checefsky, Archbald.”
Lawson Receives PennDOT’s District 4
Charles M.Mattei Award.
In May of 2015 Julianne Lawson, P.E. of
Mountain Top, was awarded the Charles
M. Mattei Award. The Award is given to
individuals who have 10 or more years
of service with PennDOT, participate in
PennDOT as a whole, participate in the
community, are willing to go above and
beyond the normal job description, are
caring and compassionate about helping
others, have conviction towards beliefs, provide outstanding customer service
to internal and external customers, and demonstrate safety awareness in the
workplace. Lawson has been a member of the PennDOT team for more than 13
years.
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Jennifer Morris has
joined The Wright
Center as Director of
Communications.
Meaghan Ruddy, MA,
PhD, of The Wright
Center, has been
selected for the Society
of Teachers of Family
Medicine (STFM) Faculty
for Tomorrow Task Force.
Kellen Kraky, Manager
of Youth Services at The
Wright Center, has joined
the Board of Directors
for the Boys and Girls
Clubs of Northeastern
Pennsylvania
Stanley Dudrick, MD, FACS
Honored as Living Legend
Stanley Dudrick,
MD, FACS, Professor
of Surgery at The
Commonwealth
Medical College
(TCMC) was honored
as a “Living Legend”
by The International
Society of Small Bowel Transplantation
on June 12, 2015 at its annual
conference in Buenos Aries, Argentina.
John Szarek, PhD,
CHSE Presented Master
Teacher Award
John Szarek, PhD, CHSE,
Professor of Pharmacology
at The Commonwealth
Medical College (TCMC)
received the Master
Teacher Award from the International
Association of Medical Science Educators
(IAMSE) at their annual meeting on June
13, 2015 in San Diego, CA.
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LOCAL PROFESSIONALS GRADUATE
FROM LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
On Thursday, June 25, Leadership Lackawanna honored its 2015
Core Program Graduates at a Celebration of Leadership dinner
and graduation ceremony at the Hilton Scranton & Conference
Center, Scranton. The event included business networking, a
photo booth, live music, games and raffles, dinner stations and
cocktails, a community service project showcase, presentation
of certificates and presentation of annual awards.
During the past 10 months, the 29 Leadership Lackawanna
participants gained relevant skills and an enhanced
understanding of the issues and topics relevant to the Greater
Scranton area.
More specifically, participants met key business and community
leaders as they received an overview of Lackawanna County’s
history and culture, economic and political structures,
community events, civic groups, recreational activities and
nonprofit organizations through various monthly sessions. Class
participants were also assigned to complete various community
service projects that addressed a need and resulted in a
tangible end product.
The 2015 Leadership Lackawanna
Core Program graduates include:
Mary Coolican, EOTC
Shawna Corcoran, Arduino Accounting Services
Meghan Davis, Greater Scranton YMCA
Margaret C. Donnelly, Penn State Worthington Scranton
Sarah Farrell, Montage Mountain Resorts
Jay Fortin, The Commonwealth Medical College
Terry Holmes, Montage Mountain Resorts
Angela Horan, Peoples Security Bank & Trust Company
Scott L. Hudson, TMG Health
Jill Marie Itterly, Benco Dental Company
Michele Legate, Scranton Public Library
Matthew D. Mackie III, Premiere Vantage Marketing
Niccole Marcial, Procter & Gamble
Sean McAndrew, Ingargiola Wealth Management Group
Kelly L. Moore, Ambiance Event Planning
Melanie Mott, Regional Hospital of Scranton
Katherine Murdock, Procter & Gamble
Paul M. Nardone, Misericordia University
Jennifer Pappas, Electric City KIA
DEADLINES
NON-PROFIT RFP: AUGUST 21,2015
EXECUTIVE PROGRAM: OCTOBER 1, 2015
For more information or to apply,
visit leadershiplackawanna.com. Questions may be directed to
Leadership Lackawanna director, Nicole A. Morristell at (570) 342-7711 or [email protected].
Deborah Phillips, NEPA Alliance
Kimberly Piersimoni, Prudential Financial
Matthew S. Seeuwen, Quadrant EPP
Kourtney Shick, Keystone College
Jeffrey Slivinski, Montage Mountain Resorts
Michelle Spayder, Allied Services
Tameka Thompson, Lackawanna College
Jill Marie Valentini, Fidelity Deposit & Discount Bank
David A. Weil, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates
Gregory M. Zayac, Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP
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Ttohank
You
our sponsors
Montage Mountain for Chamber
Day at the Waterpark.
EXECUTIVE PROGRAM ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Leadership Lackawanna’s Executive Program engages professionals
more deeply in the greater Scranton area, broadens their social
network, and increases their overall knowledge of the community. Applications are currently being accepted for this program. The
deadline to apply is October 1, 2015.
Leadership Lackawanna’s Executive Program accepts applications
from public and private sector administrators and professionals in an
executive level position who live or work in Lackawanna County. The
cost is $795, with a spouse or guest able to attend at no additional
charge. Candidates should possess an interest in learning how
Lackawanna County functions and a commitment to enhance the
area's economy and quality of life.
Participants meet key business and community leaders as they
receive an overview of Lackawanna County's history and culture,
economic and political structures, community events, civic groups,
recreational activities and non-profit organizations. Sessions begin
on Tuesday, October 13, and run for five consecutive Tuesdays until
November 10. Sessions will be held at various locations throughout
the Greater Scranton area from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Welcome
new members
Back Mountain Chamber
of Commerce
Creative Benefits, Inc.
Harvest Catering and Events
Lackawanna Redevelopment
Authority
Talen Energy
VNA Hospice & Home Health of
Lackawanna County
My College Roomie
Non-Profits and Community Groups Invited to Apply for a
Leadership Lackawanna Service Project
Area non-profit organizations are invited to submit a Request For Proposals (RFP) to Leadership Lackawanna for
implementation as a class community service projects. The Leadership Lackawanna organization will select three
projects for the incoming class to work on throughout the program year (October 2015 through June 2016).
For non-profit organizations and community groups, this invitation presents an opportunity to use the services of
a talented team (eight to 10 individuals) of professionals. The group can help you with a project you have had in
mind, but lacked the human resources to accomplish. At the same time, you can expose a group of established
and emerging leaders to your organization's mission and goals. This is a mutually beneficial experience for your
agency and these emerging professionals.
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August
Chamber Member Events
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Aug. 7 • 8 p.m. to midnight
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GRATEFUL DEAD NIGHT
WITH THE VILLAGE IDIOTS
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Ledges Hotel
119 Falls Avenue • Hawley, PA
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Aug. 10-14 • 8:30a.m. to 3 p.m.
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CARL DANZIG BOYS’ BASKETBALL CAMP
The University of Scranton
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John Long Center
For boys ages 7-15.
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Registration required. $190 fee.
Call 570-941-7478 or email [email protected].
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Aug. 16-17 • Noon to 6 p.m.
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LOBSTER FEST
Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House
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Benefits Vikings Helping Vikings. Tickets are $40
in advance (can be purchased at Doc Magrogan’s or
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upcomingevents.com) or $45 at the door. Includes
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lobster bisque, lobster mac and cheese, lobster
egg rolls, steamed red bliss potatoes, corn on the
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cob, burgers, chicken, hot dogs, pasta salad, Italian
tomato salad and more! Also, one whole lobster per
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ticket and 10 craft beer samples!
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Aug. 21 • 5:30-8 p.m.
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ANNUAL SUMMER COCKTAIL PARTY
AT THE WILLOWBROOK
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The Willowbrook
150 Edella Road • Clarks Summit, PA
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Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment
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by EJ the DJ. Tickets are $35 per person and can
be obtained by calling 570-344-3931 or emailing
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[email protected]. Proceeds to benefit programs at
Serving Seniors, Inc. celebrating 40 years of service
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to our community!
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Aug. 23 • 2-4 p.m.
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BACK TO SCHOOL BONANZA
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FOR AREA CHILDREN
Courthouse Square, Downtown Scranton
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Family-oriented activities, educational games,
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refreshments and prizes. Hosted by the University of
Scranton’s Class of 2019 with support by community
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partners. Call 570-941-4419 or email
[email protected].
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The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce
USP/FPC CANAAN’S
ANNUAL MOCK
JOB FAIR
August 20 • 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
United State Penitentiary Canaan
3057 Easton Turnpike
Waymart, PA 18472
THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS IS
SEEKING EMPLOYER REPRESENTATIVES
TO PARTICIPATE IN A MOCK JOB FAIR TO
BE HELD AT THE U.S. PENITENTIARY (USP)
AND SATELLITE PRISON CAMP (SCP).
The goal is to provide a MOCK job fair
similar to those held in many state and
federal prisons throughout the United
States. An offender’s ability to secure
gainful employment upon thier return to the
community can be a critical factor influencing
whether he will become a productive
member of society or return to the criminal
justice system.
Personnel who perform this public service
will be asked to conduct at least five scripted,
one-on-one mock job interviews for offenders
soon to be released from the SCP or USP. This
event provides a realistic experience to learn
and improve job seeking skills. This is a MOCK
job fair. We are not asking employers to make
job offers to participating inmates. Employer
representatives also need not display their
own or their company’s name to participants.
NOTE: EMPLOYER PARTICIPANTS MUST
COMPLETE A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
CHECK FORM PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
CONTACT PHILLIP YZEIK TO OBTAIN A
COPY OF THE FORM.
If you have any questions or need further
clarification, please contact Phillip Yzeik at
570-488-8000, ext. 8044, or pyzeik@bop.
gov; or Jill Stadolny at 570-488-8000, ext.
8633, or [email protected].
The United States Penitentiary and Satellite
Prison Camp, thanks you for considering this
request for assistance.
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