Chamber Events

Join us for lunch with Congressman Dan Meuser and representatives from the US Chamber.

• Congressman Meuser will share his priorities for 2019 and his committee/subcommittee assignments
• The US and PA Chamber will provide a quick overview of 2019 goals

There will be time for Q&A.

Additional details to follow. 

The Government Affairs Roundtable is sponsored by

Please join this month's Business Roundtable as we have a little fun with:

Millennials VS Gen X - The Battle Ground

How do these generations think differently? How do they think the same? We'll see by their answers! Come on out for a fun time while learning how to better your communication skills with different generations. Moderated by Amanda Hoover, training specialist, BELCO Community Credit Union.

This presentation is free to Chamber members and is part of our monthly Business Roundtable workshop.

Lunch is provided courtesy of Dominos Pizza, Lebanon. Drinks are provided by the Chamber.

While the roundtable is free, registration is requested.

Business Roundtable Annual Schedule:

5/31 - The One Page Business Plan, presented by Jerry Glenn, SCORE Mentor

6/28 - Employee Benefits & Handbook Review, presented by Sage Schott Reed, The Assessment Network

NO JULY ROUNDTABLE

8/23 - Working With the Government, Small Business Administration

9/27 - Legal Issues for Small Businesses, presented by attorney Peggy Morcom, Buzgon Davis Law Offices

10/25 - Marketing 101, Joann Davis Brayman

11/22 - Small Business Accounting and Taxes

12/20 - Getting Ready for Twenty Twenty.

Join us for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Eastern Electrical Systems!

Eastern Electrical Systems will be hosting an Open House from 10 am to 2 pm with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony beginning at 11:30 am. 

Take this chance to learn more about the services they provide such as advanced surveillance, gunshot detection, response systems and much more!

There will be swag, prizes and refreshments.

For more information contact Brooke at 717-273-3727 or bmendoff@lvchamber.org  

— a program of Leadership Lebanon Valley

Purpose: To provide education, training and tools to employees or anyone in the workforce who may be ready to advance to a managerial position. Individuals attending the training will enter the workforce with a greater skill set. This is an accelerated leader on-boarding program.

Who might utilize this program:

• Any member business with employees that does not have an internal training program
• Students and individuals who are looking to advance their skills before applying for a position
• Employees moving into entry level supervisory positions

Program Structure:

• Classes will run one time a week for four weeks from 8:00 -10:30 am
• Classes last 2½ hours each for a total of 10 hours of training

Program Details:

• Each class after the first will begin with a 30-minute reflection/discussion on how participants applied their new skills throughout the previous week
• Participants will leave with a toolkit of resources and information to back up the lessons

Training includes:

Session 1: May 2

Self-Evaluation – What are your professional strengths and weaknesses, how can you utilize your strengths as a leader and develop strategies to overcome weaknesses.

Presenter/facilitator: Dennis Mellott - Team Builders

Session 2: May 9

Professional Standards in the Workplace: ethics, behavior, time management.

Presenter/facilitator: Dr. Marianne Bartley, Time to Think.

Session 3: May 16

How to Manage Staff: motivation, managing difficult employees, scheduling, understanding HR and legal requirements, hiring and firing.

Presenter/facilitator: Sage Schott Reed, The Assessment Network.

Session 4: May 23

Becoming Part of the Company Team – advancing the mission and goals of the company, adding innovation and ideas for growth, making the change to management, managing the work-life balance.

Presenter/facilitator Robert Hadfield, Certified SCORE Mentor.

Join us for an Open House with PA State Representative Russ Diamond!

During the Open House you will have the chance to tour the new office, chat with Diamond about state-related concerns and enjoy food from Mancino's Pizza and Catering. 

Help us show our appreciation for the members of our armed services! Join us as we recognize and celebrate the loyal individuals who have dedicated their lives to the various branches of the United States military.

Our Keynote Speaker this year is State Representative, Frank Ryan!  

2019 General Frank Smoker Beyond the Call Award Recepient is Richard Bleistine.

Bleistine, a US Navy Veteran, hsa conducted military funerals at Indiantwn Gap National Cemetary continously since 1982, when the cemetery opened for burials.  

Through a generous donation by Luthercare, 20 FREE tickets are available to Active or Retired military, Reserves or Veterans. Please contact the Chamber office at 717-273-3727 if you are interested. These tickets will be first come, first serve. Registration is required in advance to take advantage of this offer.  

• Breakfast is served from 7:30 am-8:00 am.

• Program begins at 8:00 am.

A special thank you to our:

Presenting Sponsor

Patron Sponsors

— a program of Leadership Lebanon Valley

Session 2:

Professional Standards in the Workplace: ethics, behavior, time management.

Presenter/facilitator: Dr. Marianne Bartley, Time to Think.

Registration for this 4 week course is available through the May 2 event listing. 

Leadership Day Conference 

Sponsored by: WellSpan Health

Everyone is welcome to attend LLV's Leadership Day Conference. This annual event boasts phenomenal guest speakers and topics related to business and organizational challenges. Each participant will have the opportunity to network with and learn from a variety of community and business leaders.

You will have the option of attending a morning and afternoon class from the following options.

Workshop A: "Put Down That Darn Phone!" How to be more "present" and efficient in your personal and professional life

Stephanie Andreozzi, PDT, MBA, Senior Director, Clinical Services, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital

Cell phones and email have become a significant part of our everyday work and home lives, but they have the potential to slow us down and cause us to be disconnected from the "now". Learn strategies for self-awareness and creating balance in this interactive session that can help both you and your team. 

Workshop B:  "Weed @ Work - Up in Smoke"
Peggy Morcom, Esq., Buzgon Davis Law Offices
This session offers an overview of laws surrounding medical marijuana in the workplace and what employers should know before a misstep causes a business to "Go Up in Smoke".

Workshop C: The Changing Tide of Philanthropy
Kenny Montijo, CEO, United Way of Lebanon County

Innovation and technology are disrupting traditional fundraising models and competition for limited resources is pulling communities apart. Organizations must leverage partnerships to multiply impact and be willing to share credit and resources. In this session, Kenny will engage with the audience to discuss changing donor behaviors, progressive corporate social responsibility practices, and leveraging your network to build a donor centered culture.  

— a program of Leadership Lebanon Valley

— a program of Leadership Lebanon Valley

Join the Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce for an information session on an Adventurous Trip to Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. Where steaming lava fields and massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords. In this land of many natural wonders, enjoy the rare opportunity to see the aurora borealis - one of nature's most dazzling light displays, also know as the northern lights.

Light refreshments to be provided. 

Tour Dates

December 2-8, 2019 

Tour Cost*

$3,999 - Double occupancy

$4,499 - Single occupancy

$3,969 - Triple occupancy

*prices reflect bookings made prior to May 23, 2019

Cost Includes 

Airport transportation, roundtrip airfare from Philadelphia International Airport, air taxes and fees/surcharges, hotel transfers, and 10 meals

Fantastic Experiences

- Explore Skogar Folk Museum, covering all aspects of Icelandic life.

- Experience the energy at the geothermal fields of Geysir and Strokkur.

- Learn about the volcanic nature of the island of Iceland during a visit to the Lava Exhibition Center.

Must-See Inclusions

- Search for nature's dazzling display on a northern lights cruise.

- See Jokulsarion glacial lagoon, filled with floating icebergs.

- Relax in the warm, mineral rich water of the Blue Lagoon.

Tour Highlights

Reykjavik, Northern Light Cruise, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Vik, Seljialansfoss, Skogar Folk Museum, Skogafoss, Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park, Vatnajokull Glacier, Lava Exhibition Center, and Blue Lagoon.

Join the Government Affairs Roundtable for a Legislative Update on the challenges Pennsylvania will face with this year's budget.

Are we one recession away from a PA State financial crisis? Find out the answers!

Invited panelists include:

• Senator Mike Folmer
• Representative Russ Diamond - 102nd District
• Representative Frank Ryan - 101st District
• Representative Seth Grove - 196th District

Light refreshments will be served.

Sponsored by:

Join nearly 400 Chamber members, students, teachers and their families at this gala event that honors the top five percent of the graduating seniors from Annville-Cleona, Cedar Crest, ELCO, Lebanon Catholic, Lebanon County Career & Technology Center, Lebanon, New Covenant Christian, Northern Lebanon, and Palmyra High Schools and the mentors who have made a difference in their lives!

This year's sponsors include:

Presenting Sponsor: Ebersole Automotive

Academic Sponsor: VF Corporation

Gift Sponsor: Lebanon School District

Program Sponsor: Vincent R. Boltz, Inc.

Student Sponsors: 

AllState Insurance Company, Annville-Cleona School District, Belco Community Credit Union, Cornwall-Lebanon School District, ELCO School District, Envision Financial Group, Godshall's Weavers Kutztown Bologna, Henry & Beaver, LLP, Attorneys, Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory, Lebanon County Builders Association, Lebanon County Career and Technology Center, Lebanon County Commissioner - Jo Ellen Litz, Lebanon County Educational Honors Society, Met-Ed - A FirstEnergy Company, Palmyra Area School District, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, and Woodland Contractors

This workshop covers a number of critical issues relevant to starting and operating a small business. Professional presenters include attorneys, insurance agents, accountants, financial specialists and zoning and codes staff. The workshop is designed for both entrepreneurs thinking about opening their first business and existing business owners looking for a “checkup”. 

Please join this month's Business Roundtable as we present:

The One Page Business Plan, presented by Jerry Glenn, SCORE Mentor

How can you create a simple business plan? Why do you need one? Should I review my current plan? Come on out for a casual presentation with plenty of time for questions and answers. 

This presentation is free to Chamber members and is part of our monthly Business Roundtable workshop.

Lunch is provided courtesy of Dominos Pizza, Lebanon. Drinks are provided by the Chamber.

While the roundtable is free, registration is requested.

Business Roundtable Annual Schedule:

6/28 - Employee Benefits & Handbook Review, presented by Sage Schott Reed, The Assessment Network

NO JULY ROUNDTABLE

8/23 - Working With the Government

9/27 - Legal Issues for Small Businesses, presented by attorney Peggy Morcom, Buzgon Davis Law Offices

10/25 - Marketing 101, Joann Davis Brayman

11/22 - Small Business Accounting and Taxes

12/20 - Getting Ready for Twenty Twenty.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS At Leitzel's Jewelry! 

Join us for the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Team Longenecker's new office!

Understanding the Basics of Intellectual Property

Please join us and our guest speaker: 

Mindy Bickel, Ph.D

Associate Commissioner for Innovation Development

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Mindy will provide an overview on topics like:

• Trademarks
• Copyrights
• Trade secrets
• Patents

Can't make this presentation? We have a morning session on June 14, from 8:00 - 9:30 am 

Don't miss this great opportunity! This event is free to the public.  

Understanding the Basics of Intellectual Property

Please join us and our guest speaker: 

Mindy Bickel, Ph.D

Associate Commissioner for Innovation Development

United States Patent and Trademark Office

Mindy will provide an overview on topics like:

• Trademarks
• Copyrights
• Trade secrets
• Patents

Don't miss this great opportunity! This event is free to the public.  

Join the Leadership Lebanon Valley Class of 2019 for a "Day on Your Own" Atlantic City Bus Trip! 

Each passenger will receive a $10 food voucher and $15 casino slot play* 

*passengers must be 21 years or older and have a valid driver's license on the bus to receive $15 slot play

Seats are limited!

Don't miss this great opportunity and register today! 

Proceeds benefit the Leadership Lebanon Valley Scholarship Fund.