$1M Donation for Early American History Programs in Franklin County
The Conococheague Institute and Mercersburg Academy recently received a generous donation of $1M to support early American history opportunities for students and the community. This generous donation made by philanthropist Robert Kurtz Jr will be equally split between these two institutions. For the Conococheague Institute, a 30-acre 18th century museum and homestead (located near Mercersburg,…
Meet Mark Hollar, Membership Director
The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) is pleased to announce Mark Hollar as the new membership director who will serve more than 800 members of the business community. Mark has served as a CVBA Ambassador for the past three years and previously worked for The Franklin Shopper as the sales and operations manager. He has…
Member Spotlight: Dream Vacations
Rhonda DeShong and Cathy Folmar began their journey together as travel agents in 1996 and operate Dream Vacations locally in Chambersburg. Their company name says it all because your dream vacation begins from the moment you start planning! Rhonda and Cathy are vacation specialists who are committed to offering their clients the best experience for…
Young Professional Award Finalists Announced
We are excited to announce our finalists for the 2023 Young Professional Awards! Congratulations to this year’s nominees… ATHENA Award: Hannah Frey – Grayce Gardens Jessica Brindle – Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg and Shippensburg Katie Shank – Wilson College Educator of the Year: Chelsea Miller – Franklin County Career and Technology Center Stefanie…
Chamber Board Member Spotlight: Pat Abbott
We would like to shine the spotlight on Pat Abbott. She is the commercial risk advisor at Strickler Agency, Inc. and a strong supporter of the CVBA, Chambersburg Chamber and Greencastle Chamber. We appreciate all the volunteer work she has done with our organizations over the years! How long have you worked at Strickler and…
Beside the Point: Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. was founded in 1902 and has over a 120-year tradition of providing high-quality, customer-focused products and support services to its markets. Manitowoc is one of the world’s leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. Manitowoc’s largest crane manufacturing facility is located in Shady Grove, PA and provides numerous career opportunities. Working at…
Open House & Ribbon Cutting: Front Porch Fitness
Congratulations Front Porch Fitness! They celebrated their new space at 1320 Lincoln Way East, Suite 1B in Chambersburg with a Ribbon Cutting & Open House Celebration on Friday. Front Porch Fitness’s mission is to get people fit for life. Fitness is more than just lifting weights and doing cardio; it’s about improving your quality of…
Beside the Point: ACNB Bank Participates in NASDAQ Closing Bell Ceremony
Members of the ACNB Corporation and ACNB Bank Board of Directors and Leadership Team traveled from Lincoln Square in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to Times Square in New York, to celebrate the company’s history with NASDAQ and participate in the Closing Bell Ceremony held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. “I am extremely proud of our 166-year history…
Businesses Celebrated for Property Renovations
The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) hosted the Economic Development Breakfast sponsored by Meritus Health at Green Grove Gardens today to honor several local businesses for their recent property renovations. The winners were recognized for outstanding real estate improvements, historic preservation and environmental sustainability. In the up to $150,000 property improvement category, Rough Edges Brewing…
Member Spotlight: JEB Enterprises, Inc./Subway
JEB Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1999 by Jason Beckenbaugh when he purchased his first Subway franchise in Shippensburg, PA. Currently, JEB Enterprises owns/operates six Subway restaurants in Franklin and Cumberland counties. Jen Gontz serves as the company’s general manager. In 2021, Subway launched their REFRESH initiative. This multi-phase effort is focused on improving food…