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Welcome!
On behalf of Junior Achievement, welcome to the JA Symposium!
Our staff and volunteers have spent a lot of time planning a special day
for you. We hope you enjoy the experience, meet new friends, and are
inspired by the exciting things your future can hold.
As you see on the news every day, young people need to learn financial
responsibility and how to prepare for their futures. In just a few years,
you will be independent citizens in our communities, workers in our
companies, and leaders in our government. You have a bright future
ahead of you, all you need to do is step up and start preparing!
We’re here to help you, and we hope you find the JA Symposium
a valuable experience. Enjoy!
Tom Russell
President of Junior Achievement of South Central PA
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Junior Achievement of South Central PA
610 South George Street, York, PA
17401
717-843-8028
“In school, you’re taught a lesson and then given a test.
In life, you’re given a test that teaches you a lesson.”
Author Unknown
“Wrong is wrong
even if everyone is doing it.
Right is right
even if no one is doing it.
~Saint Augustine of HIPPO
Agenda
7:45 AM
Mentors Arrive
8:00-8:15 AM
Students Arrive
8:25-9:05 AM
Welcome and Ice Breaker
9:05-9:10 AM
Change Rooms
9:10-9:40 AM
First Career Panel
9:40-9:45 AM
Change Rooms
9:45-10:15 AM
Second Career Panel
10:15-10:20 AM
Students Return to Tables
10:20-11:00 AM
Recipe for Success
11:00-11:20 AM
Entrepreneurial Speaker:
Jen Delaye, CEO, The JDK Group
11:20-11:50 AM
Budget Activity
11:50-12:40 PM
Lunch
12:40-12:50 PM
Zumba
12:50-1:40 PM
Keynote Address - Harriet Turk
1:40-1:45 PM
Closing
“Each of us has a fire
in our heart
for something.
It’s our goal in life to
find it and keep it.”
~ Mary Lou Retton
Sherry Christian
Known to family and friends as the consummate "morning person," Sherry Christian is
the natural choice for anchoring CBS 21 News This Morning.
Sherry joined CBS 21 in July of 2002. Before her employment with CBS 21, Sherry
held positions at WWJ-TV in Detroit, WMAR-TV in Baltimore, WPDE-TV in Florence,
South Carolina and WTXL-TV in Tallahassee, Florida.
Sherry says she was primed for a career in television news by her father's military
career. Growing up she lived in many different cities including Manilla, Philippines.
During her career in television broadcasting, Sherry has earned numerous awards for
reporting excellence and community service. She has served on the boards of many
civic organizations including Goodwill Industries, Girl Scouts, March of Dimes, United
Way and the Harrisburg Area Autism Society.
Sherry also finds time to participate in professional organizations including the
National Association of Black Journalists and National Academy of Television Arts and
Sciences and is a member of the Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Harrisburg.
An avid sports fan, Sherry enjoys watching Major League Baseball games, professional
and college football and basketball. And she doesn't mind bragging about "playing
a mean game of softball" herself. Other hobbies include public speaking, and
photography.
Sherry holds a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication from the University of Florida,
Gainesville. Sherry lives in the Harrisburg area with her husband Jeremy and their
daughters.
Jennifer Delaye
Jennifer Delaye is an architect of innovation.
As a serial entrepreneur and owner of multiple award-winning
hospitality operations in the Central Pennsylvania region,
Delaye attributes her success to building talented teams that
embrace a client and community-first approach.
For almost three decades, Delaye continues to transform the
services of her hospitality empire/domain through evolution
propelled by innovation. This innate sense to innovate began
when her life path shifted from a graduate degree in
Bacteriology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison to
the foodservice industry. Delaye began her early career
operating the food concessions of Harrisburg’s City Island
with her two siblings. Soon after, she opened her first
restaurant in downtown Harrisburg, which swiftly opened
her interest into the catering and events realm in 1990.
Through the years, Delaye’s powerful business sense showed her that catering only wouldn’t
withstand the market and the region was aching for a different experience. Innovation was
the only solution. In 2007, the formerly known JDK Catering Inc. evolved into The JDK Group,
a full-service event production firm. Her catering operation expanded to now offer multiple
divisions including floral and event design services, specialty event rentals, venue management,
and wedding planning. Through these expanded services, she could now offer the region fullyproduced events worth celebrating and unforgettable experiences the region deserved. Her
passion for people and servicing them through hospitality services did not end there.
Delaye’s entrepreneurial spirit sparked another opportunity for innovation in 2012. She refused to
accept the old-age traditions associated with the hotel and restaurant industry by forming a new
sister company, Métalaye Hospitality. Through this operation, she manages a new meeting and events
division for the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center along with two restaurant concepts new to the
Harrisburg region - The Garlic Poet and Grain + Verse Bottlehouse. By challenging the status quo,
Delaye’s successes of these operations place her as a leader in multiple factions of hospitality.
As a highly integrated CEO of a hospitality empire and mother of four, Delaye finds it imperative
that she lives and breathes by her mantra of, “Think globally, act locally.” She has always been a
proponent for giving back to the community and event industry through leading by example. She
sits on the United Way of the Capital Region’s Board of Directors and recently completed her term
as Campaign Chair for United Way of the Capital Region -helping to exceed the campaign’s goal of
over $11.2 million. In addition to this influence, she has also served as President of the International
Caterers Association, serves on the Junior Achievement Regional Council, and is a board member on
the Central Penn College Board of Trustees.
Delaye’s commitment to her community and constant focus on innovation has garnered local and
international recognition. In 2014, Delaye was awarded Entrepreneur of the Year by the Harrisburg
Chamber and CREDC and has previously been named Pennsylvania’s “50 Best Women in Business.”
Locally, Harrisburg Magazine has recognized Delaye and The JDK Group as the region’s best
caterer for over 12 years. Susquehanna Style has recognized JDK as best caterer for their Best
of Harrisburg Awards and awarded The Garlic Poet a Silver Spoon Award in 2015.
To garner these accomplishments, it is evident that Delaye chooses to live her life by leading
through innovation. Through her inspirational spirit paired with her talented teams of people
powered by purpose, she continues to forge the future of the hospitality industry.
Harriet Turk
For more than 20 years, Harriet has been
inspiring teens and adults to discover
their true identities and pursue a life
of substance.
She has worked as a probation officer,
youth programs coordinator, flight
attendant, pharmaceutical sales rep,
college-level instructor, and nationallyknown professional speaker, trainer, and
consultant. Harriet is also a mom, friend,
sister, and daughter. When she was a
teen, Harriet struggled with her own
identity crisis. She fell into the trap of
feeling like she had to be perfect. This
led to an eating disorder that took years
to overcome.
Harriet’s life experiences have taught
her that success and happiness come from
celebrating who you are and pursuing a life
that honors your strengths and abilities.
As a parent and a professional, Harriet
knows that life can be challenging and
joyful. She relates to the hopeless journey
to be superwoman that so many of us
travel. She also knows that no matter how
hard we try, we can never be superwoman.
Harriet helps us navigate life so we don’t
feel hopeless, but instead we feel strong,
happy and fulfilled.
“I am somebody special. If you
don’t like me, TOUGH. Cuz I
am cool enough, smooth
enough, and doggone it, I am
HOT enough to be who I want
to be!”
~ Harriet Turk
“I’ve learned that people
will forget what you said,
people will forget
what you did,
but people will never forget
how you made them feel.”
~ Maya Angelou
Budget Exercise
READING YOUR PAY STUB!
$$$...
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Gross income- The Total amount of income from your wages or salary before payroll deductions.
(The number of hours you work multiplied by your hourly rate.) Ex: If you work 10 hrs at $7 an
hour, your gross income will be $70. This is the amount before payroll deductions.
Payroll Deductions- The amounts subtracted by gross income, which results in your net income.
These deductions are usually taxes, but as you grow older you’ll find that there are other deductions
as well, such as health insurance and retirement savings. If you want to see what deductions can
really do to a full-time employee’s paycheck, ask your Mom or Dad to show you their pay stub.
Taxes- For most working people, taxes are the biggest deduction. Taxes are fees placed on income,
property, or goods to support governmental programs. These programs may be at a local, state or
federal level. Laws require deductions for taxes.
Generally, there are four common payroll deductions. They are federal income tax, sometimes state
income tax, Social Security tax (FICA) and Medicare tax. If you have your own business, you
must also pay a self-employment tax. These taxes pay for a variety of services we all appreciate
and use, like the armed services, road maintenance, and retirement income for the elderly.
Federal Income Tax- A fee for the support of federal government programs and is a payroll deduction collected by the employer each pay period and paid to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Most workers have federal income taxes deducted from their gross income.
State Income Tax- This is also subtracted from your paycheck. It is a fee collected by your employer and paid to the state revenue department to support state programs. The same process applies to the state income tax applies to the federal income tax.
To pay for retirement and other social insurance needs, the Federal Insurance Contributions Act
(FICA) was established:
Social Security tax­- Under FICA, it is collected from most employees to fund this federal program which provides old-age, survivors, and disability insurance.
Medicare tax-Also under FICA, it is collected from employees to fund the hospital insurance provided under this system. These amounts are a set tax rate subtracted each pay period from the employee’s wages. These payments are sent on behalf of the employee, with a matching amount from
the employer to the Social Security Administration.
Net Income-The amount the results when you subtract deductions from your paycheck aka “Takehome pay”. It’s the amount you receive when you cash your check or deposit it. It’s the amount
you have available to spend. It’s also a good starting point for creating a budget.
Casey Baer
Registered Nurse
Holy Spirit Hospital of Geisinger
chbaer@geisinger.edu
Hometown
Education / Training
Duncannon, PA
Ceritfied Medical Assistant 2007;Associate of Art in Nursing 2014; Licensed Registered
Nurse Jan. 2015; Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science in nursing from DeVry University,
Career Highlights
Cardiovascular Unit, achieved charge nurse role 6 months into career. I took a class and
became a preceptor for new RN's one year into my career. I currently am the Magnet and
RBC champion for my unit.
Favorite Part of Job
Giving. Nursing is a job where you give and give and never feel like you need to physically
receive something back. My patients' faces & voiced thoughts tell me that I made a
difference. Even on the hardest days it feels like "wow this is worth it"!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Holy Spirit Nurses Walk; American Heart Association's Heart Ball; Holy Spirit Health
System's Spirit of Caring and Heart Symposium. I enjoy every second I get to spend with
family, especially my 4 year old son (Wyatt) and husband (Zach)
Lynne Baker
Promotional Marketing Specialist
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
PA
17011
lynnepromotes@gmail.com
Camp Hill, PA
Cedar Cliff HS, Central Penn Business School, HACC, Advertising Specialty Institute,
Promotinal Product Assoc. International, Institute of Real Estate Services
Career Highlights
Recipient U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2015 "Women Who Thrive" award; several Top
Salesperson and Million Dollar Club awards; Owned my own marketing franchise for 10
years.
Favorite Part of Job
Working with people and establishing long-term customer relationships. I assist a large
variety of businesses, government agencies and non-profits. Every day is different.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Time with family and friends is very important to me! I come from a large extended
family, but extra time with my 2 grown sons and my 2 granddaughters is always a good
day!
Stacey Gibble Barrick, CFP®
President
Masland & Barrick Advisory, Inc.
3600 Trindle Road
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-761-6606
17011
sbarrick@maslandandbarrick.com
Grew up in Manheim, Lancaster County and currently resides in Mechanicsburg
B.A. Accounting, Franklin & Marshall College; Certified Financial Planner, College for
Financial Planning, Denver, Colorado.
Named '40 Under 40' by Central Penn Magazine, Leadership Harrisburg Class of 1992,
'Inner Circle' top Financial Advisor with Walnut Street Securities 2003-2013 and Cetera
Advisors for 2014 and 2015 Celebrating 26th Anniversary of Masland & Barrick
Favorite Part of Job
Helping families plan for a "worry-free" retirement.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Three sons' sports activities, love to read, volunteer for Library and member of Harrisburg
Regional Board of Junior Achievement. Founding President of Friends of Manheim
Community Library.
Lynda Blessing ChFC, CRPC, CASL
Financial Advisor/Owner
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
4909 Louise Drive, Suite 106
Mechanicsburg PA
Hometown
717-448-7240
17055
lynda.b.blessing@ampf.com
Harrisburg, PA
Education / Training
B.S. Penn State University, Math; M.S. Penn State University, Engineering; CHFC-Chartered Financial Consultant; CASL-Certified Advisor of Senior Living and Certified Life
Career Highlights
Started financial planning practice in 1998, led large software development programs for
Lockhead Martin from 1985-1998, and selected as Five Star Wealth Manager in 2013,
2014, and 2015
Favorite Part of Job
Helping people.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Church Elder, Chair - Peacemaking and Justice Committee, Vacation Bible School, and
coordinating the community garden. Spending time with my family and two dogs. Avid
Penn State sports fan and proud band Mom.
Kalie Borkowski
Production Recruiter/Retainer
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
81 Constellation Court
Middletown
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-948-2255
17051
kalie.e.borkowski.mil@mail.mil
Hometown, PA
Bachelor's in Medical Imaging with a certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology
Being promoted to E-6 in the PA Air National Guard. Being selected as the Regional
Rookie Recruiter of the year.
Favorite Part of Job
Helping young men and women build a great future.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Running Spartan Races, Tough Mudder, Color Run, Inflatable 5K, Zombie Mud Run and
volunteering at Hershey's Food Bank.
Anne-Marie Brandt
Owner/President
TeamBrandt Marketing
77 Chain Saw Road
Dillsburg
Hometown
PA
717-461-3262
17019
abrandt@teambrandt.net
Grew up in New Cumberland, PA. Currently resides in Dillsburg, PA
Education / Training
Associates Degree in Mass Communications from Harrisburg Area Community College,
Bachelors Degree in Communications/Journalism from Pennsylvania State University.
Career Highlights
Served as President of the Mechanicsburg Chamber of Commerce in 2014. Won several
awards including MS Leadership Award", and ABWA Camelot Chapter "Woman of the
Year." Nominated "Woman of the Year" by Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in 2012.
Favorite Part of Job
I enjoy meeting different small business owners and helping them brand their company.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I love spending time with my husband, two dogs and cat. I took up running two years ago,
and look forward to participating in several 5K races and the Hershey 10K this coming
year.
Jennifer Buehler, MBA
Managing Director – Investments
Buehler & McKee Financial Group of Wells Fargo Advisors
3 Lemoyne Drive
Lemoyne
Hometown
Education / Training
717-761-7344
PA
17043
jennifer.l.buehler@wellsfargoadvisors.com
Telford, PA
AS in Legal Studies from Central Penn College; BS in Business Administration, graduating
magna cum laude from Pennsylvania State University; MBA from Temple University.
Career Highlights
I have had 3 careers until I discovered the one that I am passionate for. Started in legal
field; then at AMP/Tyco in Customer Service, Marketing/Sales, and Global Project Mgmt;
now manage a successful financial advisory practice at Wells Fargo Advisors.
Favorite Part of Job
Being presented with a client situation,and helping and providing sound guidance that
will improve a client's financial situation. I love to solve problems and help people. I have
found a career that complements my personality and my professional goals.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Spending time with my very active family. Involved in children's sports and musical
activities; travel, especially the beach; JA, Central Penn College Education Foundation,
West Shore Evangelical Free Church, LVC, Cedar Cliff Youth Baseball Association
Charity Castner
Realtor
RSR Realtors LLC
3 Lemoyne Dr, Suite 100
Lemoyne
Hometown
PA
717-763-1212
17043
ccastner@rsrrealtors.com
Mechanicsburg, PA
Education / Training
Bachelor of Arts from Bloomsburg University / State and National licenses for Real Estate
/ Always taking Continuing Education classes
Career Highlights
Sold over $1 million in my first 2 years of being a realtor while being a stay at home mom
and teaching yoga.
Favorite Part of Job
Each day is different, you are your own boss, get to meet and help educate a lot of great
people, can work around my schedule and be available for my family.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Member of Greater Federation of Women’s Clubs, Member of HYP Home Tour Event
(Harrisburg Young Professionals), created a community group for my daughter and her
friends called Giving Girls Gang. Teaches yoga, loves to bake, read and spend time with
family
Katie Clarke
President
LeTort Trust
3130 Morningside Drive
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-761-7626
17011
kclarke@letorttrust.com
Mechanicsburg, PA
James Madison University, BBA Management & Marketing
Co-founder Atgooth Foundation..primary mission is to support financial literacy for youth
in community; Harrisburg Regional Chamber/CREDC Small Business of the Year 2013,
Central Penn Business Journal Woman of Influence 2013, and Keynote speaker at PFEW.
Favorite Part of Job
Helping people become financially responsible.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Board Member Goodwill Keystone Area, Board Member Junior Achievement, Volunteer &
Advocate for PA Free Enterprise Week, proud mom of Davis (17) and Grady (14) w/most
free time as a spectator and supporter of their various activities, and family trips.
Jo Ann Curado-Ausman
Realtor
RE/Max Realty Select
250 EAst Park Drive
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
510-499-3039
17111
joanncurado@yahoo.com
Pearl City, Hawaii
General Education, College, Securities (6/63) Notary, Life Insurance, Real Estate, etc.
Lived and worked in China for 6 1/2 years.
Favorite Part of Job
Helping and working with people
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Cooking, crafts, cake decorating,Order of Eastern Star;Women's Civic Club of Hershey V.P.
(3 yrs.); Keystone Human Services-Int. Board Member (5 yrs); Keystone Human Services
Chocolate Ball Committee (5 yrs);2015 Civic Club of Harrisburg Membership Chair
Anna Dale
President
Dale Resources LLC
P.O. Box 23
Hershey
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
717-220-3573
PA
17033
anna@daleresourcegroup.com
Riverside, PA
B.S., Architectural Design & post-graduate work-Environmental Design, U of Maryland.
Nat'l Bureau of Certified Consultants & Past member of Institute of Management.
Selected as Woman of the Year by the National Assn. of Professional Women. Secretary &
Treasurer of the Capitol Area Region Council of Government, and Chair of the Board of
Supervisors. Past VP of Membership of Assn. of Image Consultants International.
Favorite Part of Job
Not having a strict 9 - 5 job allowing for a diverse clientele from personal growth &
development, business start-ups to keynote address on professional presence
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Our family, local government, and reading. Nourish the Children Initiative, Force for Good
Foundation, and local political committee
Yvette Davis
Lead Pastor
Grace United Methodist Church
216 State Street
Harrisburg
Hometown
PA
17101
ydavis@susumc.org
Central Islip, New York
Education / Training
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, New York University; Master of Science, Library and
Information Science, Drexel University; Master of Divinity, Drew University Theological
Career Highlights
First woman and person of color to serve at Grace United Methodist Church. I served as
the initiator and Cooperating Collection Supervisor of the former Johnson-UGO
Foundation Library in Philadelphia, PA.
Favorite Part of Job
Getting to know and serve the people in my congregation and community.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Chairperson, Northeastern Jurisdiction Urban Steering Network for the General Board of
Global Ministries; member of Harrisburg YWCA's Community Responders Network;PA
Council of Churches; Historic Harrisburg Association; Mayor's Interfaith Advisory Council
Rachel Deimler
rachaeldeimler@hotmail.com
Hometown
Education / Training
Dillsburg, PA
Received my Bachelors in legal studies from Central Penn College. I then received my
Masters in School Counseling at Capella University.
Career Highlights
I interned at Red Land High School and Crossroads Middle School where I wa introduced
to JA Symposium. I volunteered in 2015, then became a Committee Member. I love what
this program has to offer and look forward to becoming more and more involved
Favorite Part of Job
Getting to watch students enter high school as teenagers and transform into young adults
with a bright future. It isn't easy, and as a school counselor I am able to experience
struggles with them and celebrate with them.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I volunteer with the youth program at my church as well as JA!
Lynn DeSantis
Marketing Coordinator
McClure Company
4101 N. 6th Street
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-255-3819
17110
lynndesantis@mcclureco.com
Kratzerville (Selinsgrove), PA
Southeastern Academy of Travel and Tourism
I take great pride when my advertisements and photography are published. Working with
a team of professionals who respect my talents. I am supported in the many avenues my
role takes me.
Favorite Part of Job
Some of my responsibilities include photography, graphic design, budget crunching,
design consulting and event planning. The diversity of my career keeps me engaged and
excited.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Number one thing is spending time with my family. My hobbies are doing hobbies. I love
building furniture, repurposing items, making jewelry, knitting, sewing, wine cork art
designs, and painting.
Carol DiMartile
Educational Consultant
Self-Employed
cdimartile@gmail.com
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
Harrisburg, PA
Bachelor of Science Degree from Misericordia University in Elementary Education;
Master’s Degree in Special Education and Supervisory Certificate from Shippensburg
Teaching in urban schools; conducting research in schools to improve literacy skills;
consulting with teachers and supervisors‐implementing school improvement initiatives
Favorite Part of Job
Working every day with teachers and students!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Penn State Master Gardener; Civic Club of Harrisburg; Yoga; Hiking
Jenna Earley
Director of Marketing
American Council of Engineering Companies of PA
800 Third Street
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
800-651-1946
PA
17102
jearley@acecpa.org
Harrisburg, PA
Bachelor of Arts in History from Millersville University, Master of Public Administration
from Shippensburg University.
Responsible for the coordination of outreach efforts for existing and prospective members
of ACEC/PA; overseeing the internal and external communication and enhancement of
Association's brand; serve as primary liaison for the PR Committee.
Favorite Part of Job
Traveling with my co-workers, working on public issues, and being able to learn new
things.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Golf, hanging out with my family, and taking care of my three-year-old son. I also support
the Humane Society, Salvation Army, and Goodwill.
Lutricia Eberly
Director of Sales
Rountop Mountain Resort
925 Roundtop Road
Lewisberry
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-432-9631
17339
leberly@skiroundtop.com
Wabash, Indiana
Bachelor and Master's degree - neither of which pertain to my job.
Serving on the board of Middle PA Meeting Professionals International (MPMPI) and on
the board of Human Resource Professionals of Central PA (HRPCPA).
Favorite Part of Job
Talking with and learning from others; new "ah ha" moments.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Reading, CrossFit, traveling (only 8 states left to visit in U.S.), time with family, trying new
recipes, volunteering with JA!
Tara Eisenhard
Divorce Author, Speaker, Mediator, Coach
Relative Evolutions
1517 Cedar Cliff Dr. Suite 202
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-686-9116
17011
tara@taraeisenhard.com
Grew up in Halifax, PA
AA in Resort Travel/Management; BA in organizational Leadership, Divorce Coaching
Certificate, Basic Mediation and Family Mediation Certificates
Publishing my book, "The D-Word: Divorce through a Child's Eyes"
Favorite Part of Job
Helping families evolve, not dissolve, through the divorce process
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Free Time: Reading, hiking, yoga, meditation. Volunteer: Junior Achievement, Big
Brothers/Big Sisters
Kathy George
Business Owner
Cedar Cliff Subway
1104 Carlisle Road
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-303-1766
17011
kathyhgeorge@msn.com
Uniontown, PA
Penn State University graduate
retail buyer of major department store , marketing consultant, business owner
Favorite Part of Job
Mentoring my employees, customer service
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Travel, 5 K runs, Yoga, spending time with my granddaughters,JA Volunteer, ABWA
(American Business Women, Camelot Chapter), Harrisburg Business Women, New
cumberland Business, DVS, 5th Wednesday Networking , Mechanicsburg Business Women
Marla Gibson
Owner
Changes Salon and Day Spa
5121 E. Trindle Road
Mechanicsburg PA
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
717-697-2600
17050
changesdayspa@verizon.net
Philadelphia, PA
B.S. in Business, St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA;
Certified Gemologist, Carlsbad California
Worked in financial business for 30 years; owner of Changes Salon and Day Spa for 8+
years
Favorite Part of Job
Mentoring staff to develop and grow professionally in the beauty industry
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
School volunteer, fundraising events, support of local community events, tennis, guitar,
personal traning
Barbara Groce
6001 Acorn Drive
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
PA
717-991-4420
17111
barbaragroce65@gmail.com
Harrisburg, PA
Southern Huntingdon County High School; Goldey Beacom College; Harrisburg Area
Community College; U.S Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organizational Management
Career Highlights
Achieving President ( 1st female) of Capital Regional Chamber of Commerce; Executive
Director of Harrisburg-Hershey-Carlisle Tourism and Convention Bureau
Favorite Part of Job
Managing and working with volunteers; supporting small business and women in
business; start-up and growth of programs to assist business members professionally
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Harrisburg University Board of Trustees, United Methodist Home for Children Board of
Trustees, Diocese of Harrisburg Catholic Charities Board of Directors, Hershey Theater
Usher, JASCPA.
Lita Heckler
Owner/President
Edible Arrangements
1437 Kirkwood Rd
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
17110
hecklerL@outlook.com
York, PA
BSBA in Accounting from Shippensburg University
Worked for Ernst and Young as a CPA, then worked for TransCore where I held several
positions including Controller and Associate Vice President. I opened my first Edible
Arrangments store in Camp Hill in June 2008. and my second store in York in 2010.
Favorite Part of Job
Having my own business. In addition to getting to know and mentoring the managers in
the stores and getting involved in the local community.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Board member of West Shore Chamber, Board Member of American Business Women’s
Associations – Camelot Chapter. Volunteer for Leukemia Lymphoma Society and United
Cerebral Palsy. Spending time with family and traveling
Tricia Heisey
Business Development/Financial Education
BELCO Community Credit Union
449 Eisenhower Blvd.
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-720-6211
17111
heiseyt@belco.org
Linglestown, PA
Graduate of Central Dauphin H.S., Employed by BELCO for 33 years
Former PA Credit Union Youth Ambassador
Favorite Part of Job
Representing BELCO in the community, working with non-profit organizations such as JA,
and teaching financial education
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Free Time
Volunteer activities, spending time with family, antique shopping, volleyball. Junior
Achievement, Dress for Success, 3-Star Foundation, Partnership for Career Development
Meghan Hoover
Technical Sergeant
Pennsylvania Air National Guard
81 Constellation Court
Middletown
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-861-1007
17057
meghan.c.hoover.mil@mail.mil
Tower City, PA
Harrisburg Area Community College - Business Administration (currently enrolled) Community College of the Air Force - Associates in Human Relations and Logistics
Production Recruiter of the Year for the state of Pennsylvania 2015, Hit 200th career
enlistment in a short four years in 2015, Air Force Commendation Medal in 2015, Army
Achievement Medal in 2009.
Favorite Part of Job
Meeting new people and facing new challenges every day. Continuous learning
experiences through college and Professional Military Education.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
PA Special Olympic Committee, Pennsylvania National Guard Association (PNGAS)
Tracey Jones
President
Tremendous Leadership
P.O. Box 267
701-8159 x1
Boiling Springs PA
Hometown
17007
tjones@tremendousleadership.com
Camp Hill, PA
Education / Training
Cumberland Valley H.S., New Mexico Military Institute, United States Air Force Academy,
University of Phoenix (MBA in Global Management), Lancaster Bible College (pursuing
Career Highlights
Author, speaker, publisher, veteran, & daughter of the late bestselling author, Charlie
“Tremendous” Jones; President of Tremendous Leadership;spent 12 years living all over
the world and participating in various global deployments, and 5 years in Texas
Favorite Part of Job
The opportunity to impact so many different groups of people; the chance to write books
with my dogs. Tracey believes you’ll be the same person you are today except for the
people you meet, the books you read, and the animals you rescue
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Amelia Given Free Library; Board Member, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region;
Trustee, Lancaster Bible College;
I enjoy reading, researching, writing, the outdoors,
biking, golfing, traveling, and spending time with my six rescue pets
Amy Kaunas
Executive Director
Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, Inc.
7790 Grayson Road
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-564-3320
17111
amyk@humanesocietyhbg.org
Deerlake, PA
B.S. from Penn State University, degree from Penn State Dickinson School of Law
Worked as an attorney in private practice until 2006 then became Executive Director of
HSHA
Favorite Part of Job
Making a difference
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Spending time with my own pets and family
Kimberly Ketelsleger
Professor
HACC
1500 North Third Street
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
(717-736-422
17102
kaketels@hacc.edu
Newport, Rhode Island
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Rhode Isand; M.S. in Manufacturing
Engineering, University of Rhode Island.
17 years as Development Engineer at Stanley Tools in Rhode Island; Awarded 8 patents
on product I designed at Spectra Physics in Oregon, & TE Connectivity in PA. Transferred
to teaching 13 years ago and am currently teaching engineering students at HACC.
Favorite Part of Job
When a tough concept finally clicks for one of my students.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Spend time with my family and friends, Zumba, cooking and sewing.
Mandie Levan
University Development Representative (Central PA)
Grand Canyon University
3300 N Camelback Road
Phoenix
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
AZ
717-695-8424
85017
Amanda.Levan@gcu.edu
Lebanon, PA
Industrial/organization psychology degree from Kutztown Univeristy (Bachelors degree)
Interned for the Hershey Bears in college. Being able to help people every day find their
passion
Favorite Part of Job
Working with people and working for a non-profit.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I love spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy traveling, exercising, playing
kickball and dodge ball through HYP, running 5k’s., and watching Hershey Bears ice
hockey.
Michelle Lobingier
Senior Wellness Director
Harrisburg Area YMCA
410 Fallowfield Road
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-302-6045
17011
michelle.lobingier@highmark.com
Audubon, NJ
B.S. degree in Business Administration, American College of Sports Medicine Certified
Personal Trainer, Licensed Zumba Instructor, Certified PIYO and TRX Instructor
Michelle spent 13 years working for a Community Association in Columbia, MD, prior to
moving to PA. She started her YMCA career in 2000. Helping people achieve their fitness
and wellness goals is a major focus for Michelle
Favorite Part of Job
Michelle also enjoys gardening, golf and running 5K races
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Community races and events
Jeannette M. Lupachino CMM, CI
Director, Marketing & Special Events
New Cumberland Federal Credit Union
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
345 Lewisberry Road PO Box 658
717-774-7706
New Cumberlan PA
jlupachino@ncfcuonline.org
17070
Pen Argyl, PA
Certification in Meeting Management and Incentive Travel
Over 25 years in the financial services & hospitality industries, specializing in marketing,
event management & special project coordination; develops & implements marketing
plans including budget preparation, Public Relations,Advertising, Media, & events
Favorite Part of Job
Opportunity to make things happen!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Many community & philanthropic endeavors-- Meeting Professionals International;
Society for Incentive Travel Excellence; Past President of the New Cumberland Olde
Towne Association, Board member of the Four Diamonds Fund, serving in many capacities
Tara Mashack-Behney
President
Conrad Siegel Investment Advisors
501 Corporate Circle
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-652-5633
17110
taramashack-behney@conradsiegel.com
Lebanon, PA
B.A., Economics, Dickinson College; chartered Financial Consultant and Certified Financial
Planner
President of Conrad Siegel Investment Advisors, one of the country's fastest growing
independent investment advisory firms. We provide consulting services to retirement
plan sponsors and high net worth individuals.
Favorite Part of Job
Loving what I do.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Reading, cooking, spending time with my daughter and a frequent speaker on the topic of
women and finance.
Shelly Matter
New Business Development
H.B. McClure Company
600 S. 17th Street
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-599-0015
17105
smatter@hbmcclure.com
Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg Area Cummunity College
Commercial/Industrial HVAC Industry for 20 years in many facets from sales to
marketing; 5 years with a Florida Fortune 500 company earning several national awards;
4 years ago began my career with Thirty-One Gifts, and am now an Independent Director
Favorite Part of Job
Interacting with all of the wonderful people that I cross paths with
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Junior Achievement, AHA Go Red for Women/Circle of Red; International Facility
Members Association (I.F.M.A.) Board Member;Chamber of Business Women (Mentor);
Habitat for Humanity;Presbyterian Church Board member
Kathy Jo McCabe
Member Services Supervisor
Susquehanna Valley Federal Credit Union
3850 Hartzdale Drive
Camp Hill
Hometown
PA
717-737-4152
17011
kmccabe@svfcu.org
Camp Hill, PA
Education / Training
Bachelor's in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Millersville University.
Attended the Judge/Bradley Credit Union School at Penn State University.
Career Highlights
Began career at SVFCU as a teller, moving quickly into a supervisory position.
Responsibilities:Supervisor of Member Services Dept.; IRA specialist, Visa credit card
coordinator, Visa debit cards, write procedures & policy, and interview applicants.
Favorite Part of Job
Working with members. I especially enjoy seeing our young members as they grow up
and learn about financial literacy.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I enjoy spending time with my family (son, daughter, husband and three dogs, along with
all of my extended family). I also enjoy photography, kayaking, and anything crafty. I have
been a JA volunteer since 2006.
Jen Metz
Program Manager
Junior Achievement of South Central PA
610 South George Street
York
Hometown
Education / Training
PA
717-843-8028
17401
jmetz@jascpa.org
Camp Hill, PA
Bachelor of Science in Management and European Studies, Juniata College, 1994
Career Highlights
Human Resources Generalist with Enterprise Rent A Car in Baltimore, MD,;Vice President
of Human Resources for Mellon / Citizens Bank (10 years) before becoming a full time
Mom. Regional Manager for Junior Achievement since 2014 (Harrisburg area)
Favorite Part of Job
I am passionate about relationships with people. In both my HR roles and at JA, I have
been fortunate to work with great teams of people who inspire me to be better each day. I
love being a small part of something GREAT!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Love spending time with my husband, 3 boys, and our families.I love to kayak the local
creeks, travel, and take photographs. Volunteer at Daybreak Church with middle school
youth groups, and spend many hours cheering on our boys at their sporting events
Kimberly Morris
Owner
Mod & Modern Photography
716 Bosler Ave
Lemoyne
Hometown
Education / Training
(570) 506-300
PA
17043
modnmodern@gmail.com
Williamsport, PA
Arcadia University- Bachelor's Degree in Visual Design & Promotion; Harrisburg Area
Community College--Associates Degree in Photography
Career Highlights
Going to NYC for Market Week meeting fashion designers and purchasing inventory for
retail boutique!
Favorite Part of Job
Meeting with diverse clients and providing them with a product they love. I also get to
travel and explore new cities while working!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I am always designing and creating. It's an essential part of my career but it's also how I
relax and open my mind to new ideas. I love making jewelry, designing décor for my home
or wardrobe, and experimenting with new techniques, materials, and styles.
Julie Moss
Navy Lieutenant Commander
US NAVY
5450 Carlisle Pike
Mechanicsburg PA
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
Favorite Part of Job
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
850-210-3077
17055
Julie.K.Moss@NAVY.mil
Dothan, Alabama
B.S., Florida State University, 1968; Executive MBA Suffolk University, MA National 1997;
Security and Strategic Studies Navy War College 2013 (graduated with Highest Distinction
Association of the U.S. Navy Jr. Officer of the Year 2014; Military Outstanding Volunteer
Service Medal 2012, Navy Commendation Medal (3), Army Commendation Medal (1),
Navy Reservist mobilized in support of OIF/OEF 2007/2008, Nat'l Women's Football
league
Serving our great Country and working with all of the great military and civil service coworkers I have had to serve with.
Bethesda Mission. Florida State University Veterans Advisory BOD, Cultural
Awareness/Diversity Committee NAVSUP
Marci Mowery
President
Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation
1845 Market Street, Suite 202
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
PA
717-236-7644
17011
mmowery-ppff@pa.net
Camp Hill, PA
B.S., PSU, Education; MS, Shippensburg University, Geoenviromental Studies
Career Highlights
Educator, 12 years in various positions with the National Audubon Society, Pennsylvania
Office; President, PA Parks and Forests Foundation
Favorite Part of Job
Making a difference for today and future generations. Working with volunteers who are
committed to our state parks and forests.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Service chair, Harrisburg Keystone Rotary; Island Steward, Susquehanna River Trail; Trail
Maintainer, Cumberland Valley Appalachian Trail Club; Surrogate Parent, IU; member of
Camp Hill Women's Club; avid hiker, cyclist, paddler, reader, traveler, foodie.
Lea Nadler
President
Susquehanna Civil, Inc.
50 Grumbacher Road Ste. 10
York
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-846-7151
17406
LNADLER@SQCIVIL.COM
Red Lion, PA
B.A. Biology, Susquehanna University,
M.E.P.C. Penn State Harrisburg Campus
Earning Professional License; Starting my own company; Buying out another firm and
making it profitable; Central Penn Business Journal Women of Influence Award; York
County Ecomnomic Alliance Athena Award
Favorite Part of Job
Watching my employees achieve and grow as professionals!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
reading; restoring our old farmhouse; golf; kayaking;
swimmng/biking/running (triathalons!); volunteering for high school marching band
and professional organizations
Dawn Nixson
Branch Manager
Belco Community Credit Union
5304 Carlisle Pike
Mechanicsburg PA
Hometown
717-232-3526
17050
nixsond@belco.org
Addison, NY
Education / Training
I have over 25 years in banking and a degree in Business Administration. I have been a
manager for the past 10 years. I also have my Insurance, Series 6 and 63 licenses.
Career Highlights
I have stayed in one field for so long and that I have done very well over the years. It
satisfies me that my past employees still keep in touch with me and always tell me how
much they miss working with me. It makes me feel really good!
Favorite Part of Job
meeting new people and helping them with their finances. Being part of a team
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I am a Zumba fanatic!!
Jaime Novinger-Toigo
President & Owner
Service1st Restoration & Remodeling
1441 Stoneridge Drive
Middletown
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-232-5444
17057
jnoviner@serve1st.com
Central PA
Associate's Degree in Business, Industry Certified for Fire & Water Restoration
President and Owner since 2005. Certified WBE and Small Business Vendor for the State
of PA, IICRC Certified Firm, Member of Industry Associations, Founder and Board
Member of the Hottest of Disaster Recovery Charity.
Favorite Part of Job
The change from day to day operations but the consistency of knowing what has to be
done in order to be successful.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful supportive husband--with our free time,
we like to get involved within our community helping out.
Diane Petrovich
Owner
Cleo's
Hometown
Education / Training
829 State Street Plaza, Suites 2006
717-525-8321
Lemoyne
cleo1028@verizon.net
PA
17043
Steelton, PA
BSN in Nursing Clinicals at Johns Hopkins University
Career Highlights
Worked in US Embassy in Cairo, Egypt, as a nurse; opened first store at Park City Mall in
1992; in 2012, expanded my store to include clothing and accessories so needed more
space and moved store to State Street Plaza in 2013.
Favorite Part of Job
Traveling to NY City every Monday, where I spend 8-10 hours buying new merchandise
for my customers. Treating my customers to a one day a month 50% off sale with special
theme parties.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Twice a year, Marketing students from HACC visit my store to learn merchandising
techniques.
Amanda Price
Chief Operating Officer
Keystone Corrections Services, Inc.
7201 Allentown Blvd.
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
17112
aprice@kcshbg.com
Harrisburg, PA
Central Dauphin High School, York College of Pennsylvania - Bachelors Degree in
Marketing.
Began career with Enterprise Rental Car where I managed two branches in the Lancaster
area. Moved into the hotel industry as a sales person and left the industry to become the
Director of Marketing/Community Outreach for Keystone.
Favorite Part of Job
I still get to be out in the community, but I also get to work closely with our residents to
offer positive guidance.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
JA volunteer since 2008. Serve on several committees within the Harrisburg Regional
Chamber and a committee member for Harrisburg JA Council.
Jordan Rhone
Digital Marketing Director
Brenner Family of Dealerships
240 West Columbia Road
Enola
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
443-2741
17025
jordan.stephens94@yahoo.com
Marysville, PA
Graduated in 2012 from East Penn, started HACC - marketing major, Certificate in Applied
Psychology and Consumer Behavior, diploma in social media marketing
Listed in Central PA's Business Woman's magazine under "Woman to Watch" for
marketing. Attended social media marketing world in San Diego (largest conference
worldwide) in 2014.
Favorite Part of Job
My favorite part of my job would have to be networking. It's amazing how many inspiring
and successful leaders are located right here in central PA; so having the opportunity to
meet them and get advice from them is great!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Study Bikram yoga. I'm a huge animal lover, coffee addict, as well as a bookworm, and
newly wed-so spending time with family is important to me. I'm also a member of the
West Shore Master Networks Chapter, volunteer for numerous United Way volunteer days.
Dr. Anne Sauvé
Psychologist
4004 Trindle Road
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-737-9401
17011
asauve@comcast.net
Marlborough, CT
B.A. Gettysburg College; M.A., and Ph.D. Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.
I am self employed in a private psychology practice where I treat anxiety disorders and
OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) in children and adolescents Prior to this, I worked
in academic and hospital settings.
Favorite Part of Job
Helping kids face their fears, overcome anxiety and develop confidence in themselves.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Spending time with family, reading and traveling. Volunteer on the Board of Directors for
a non-profit that supports the Cumberland Valley Schools.
Amy Senn
Histology Technician/Morgue Assistant
York Hospital
1001 South George Street
York
Hometown
Education / Training
PA
717-802-2184
17405
studentofdeath@hotmail.com
Enon Valley, PA (Pittsburgh Area)
Associates Degree from Western School of Health & Business in Pittsburgh
Career Highlights
Internship at the Coroner's office in Pittsburgh. Worked in Forensics to help solve major
crimes in Connecticut
Favorite Part of Job
It can help very sick people without interacting with any patients. I'm a big hit when I
take brains, lungs, and a heart into career day at local schools!
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
I am an action photographer. I am also actively involved in my son's rugby team. I have
taught JA in the classroom at WSSD for over 6 years, and the girls Symposium is my
favorite part of JA!
Allison Ong Shreffler
Owner/Architect/Designer
AOS Architect + Designer
4601 Goose Valley Road
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-884-9808
17112
Aosarch@yahoo.com
Oradell, New Jersey
Pennsylvania State University, School of Architecture
Starting my own Architectural Practice.
Favorite Part of Job
Designing great projeccts, overseeing the construction, getting them built, and having
happy customers
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Speaking at Career Days, traveling to see new places
Theresa Smith
HR Manager
Comcast
2801 Valley Drive
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-651-1960
17110
theresa_smith2@cable.comcast.com
Harrisburg, PA
B.S.B., HR Management concentration, University of Phoenix; PHR Certification, Villanova
University
Opportunity to head wellness initiatives for 500+ employee call center. Partnered with
division to implement career path model for agents.
Favorite Part of Job
Working with frontline staff and leadership to develop our internal talent within the
business. Helping employees progress with their career while retaining them as an asset is
an amazing experience.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Running half marathons, reading, hiking, and spending time with my family/friends.
April Vorm Stare
Market Leader - FEP & Tricare
Highmark, Inc.
1800 Center Street 2BL2
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-302-3351
17089
april.stare@highmark.com
Audubon, Iowa
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Simpson College, Indianola, IA; Systems Engineer Development
Program, EDS
Taking the chance on a job outside of my field of study - took advantage of the
opportunity to grow my skills and advance quickly in my career at Highmark.
Favorite Part of Job
Working with a great group of people, coming together as a team, and taking advantage of
all our strengths to accomplish what may initially seem like the impossible.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
JA Volunteer. Spending time with family and friends, gardening, cooking, baking, and
attending my kids' sporting events and extra-curricular activities.
Randi Teplitz
Professor
Central Penn College
College Hill & Valley Roads
Summerdale
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-728-2230
17093
randiteplitz@centralpenn.edu
Harrisburg, PA
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from Temple University; Juris Doctor Degree from
Widener University School of Law
Founding attorney for YWCA of Greater Harrisburg's Domestic Violence Legal Center
(provides free legal representation to victims of domestic violence); "It's On Us PA"
initiative (raising awareness & enhancing responsiveness to campus sexual violence)
Favorite Part of Job
I enjoy working with students to help build their self-confidence as they embark on their
career paths and become self-sufficient
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Chair of Pennsylvania Commission for Women (state's advisory and advocacy agency for
issues impacting girls and women in PA); Active volunteer at my sons' public schools and
participate in numerous community service projects in Dauphin and Perry counties.
Cpt. Kristal Turner-Childs
Captain
Pennsylvania State Police
600 Kenhorst Boulevard
Reading
Hometown
Education / Training
PA
610-378-4383
19611
kturnerchi@pa.gov
Harrisburg, PA
Bachelor's Degree ( Criminal Justice) from Elizabethtown College
Career Highlights
Favorite Part of Job
Helping the guys in the field
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority INC. Harrisburg Alumnae Chapter, Golfing, Soul
Line Dancing
Michelle Victor
Mary Kay Sales Director
301 - 16th Street
717-439-0116
New Cumberlan PA
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
17070
mvictorlovemk@gmail.com
Harrisburg, PA
Graduated from Shippensburg with BA in Elementary Ed and Masters in Reading. Retired
2 years ago from a 15 year career in education; started Mary Kay business 3.5 years ago.
Empowering children by teaching them how to read; using my Mary Kay business to
enrich women's lives.
Favorite Part of Job
Helping people and making them feel appreciated.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Spending time with family, traveling and serving the Cares Ministry at church.
Kathy Weaver
Marketing Professional/Business Owner
Town Planner Community Calendars
P.O. Box 1577
Camp Hill
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
717-503-4815
PA
17011
weaver@townplanner.com
Denver, PA
B.S. Penn State University - Hotel Restaurant, Institutional Management degree
Director for Marriott Hotels; Vice President of Sales, Central Penn Business Journal; and
now Marketing Professional/Owner of Town Planner community calendars.
Favorite Part of Job
Finding businesses that want to improve their financial position by growing their
customer base, creating marketing strategies to achieve their goals and keeping customers
for years.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Running the Boston Marathon on April 18th! Cyclist, golfer, interior designer. Executive
Board New Hope Ministries/Fundraiser, Junior Achievement, blood donor. World
traveler--made it to Australia, Singapore, Puerto Rico, and Iceland in the last year.
Sara Weiser
Public Relations Manager
PSECU
PSECU, 1500 Elmerton Ave
Harrisburg
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-777-2189
17110
sweiser@psecu.com
Ridge, NY
B.A. Psychology & B.A. Education - Brown University
M.A.Community Psychology & Social Change - Penn State
Overseeing the development of PSECU's first financial literacy program to be created
totally in-house.
Favorite Part of Job
Writing curriculum, planning special events, and training staff on PSECU’s financial
literacy program, WalletWorks
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Serve as the Area Chair for Harrisburg/Central PA and York/Lancaster for the Brown
University Admissions Department’s Alumni Interviewing Program, travel, and spend
time with my husband and daughter
Carrie Widdowson
Associate Registrar
Messiah College
One College Avenue
Mechanicsburg PA
Hometown
717-796-1800
17055
cwiddowson@messiah.edu
Grew up in Cambridge Springs, PA. Currently reside in Dillsburg, PA.
Education / Training
B.S. Ed. Business Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania; M.S. Ed. Training
and Development from Pennsylvania State University.
Career Highlights
Have taught in the public school system, college level, and adult training environments.
You could say I have taught/trained all ages.
Favorite Part of Job
Working with students and helping them attain their educational and career goals.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Enjoy golfing, gardening, home improvement projects and spending time with family. JA
volunteer.
Tammy Yost
Business Owner
Tammy Yost Enterprises
168 W. Middlesex Drivee
Carlisle
Hometown
Education / Training
Career Highlights
PA
717-226-0196
17013
tryemerald@yahoo.com
Hershey, PA
Graduate of Lower Dauphin High School, Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster School of Skin
Care and Cosmetology with Esthetics/Skincare license.
Tammy is an Amway independent business owner. She has traveled around the US and
Mexico with her business. Tammy also works with New Hope Ministries as a Children and
Youth Coordinator.
Favorite Part of Job
Helping individuals create positive changes in their lives.
Free Time
Volunteer Activities
Traveling, cooking, dining out, hanging out with friends, and reading.
Event Committee:
Lynne Baker
Promotional Marketing Specialist
Tricia Heisey
Belco Community Credit Union
Joy Cobb
Junior Achievement of South Central PA
Shelly Matter
HB McClure
Jen Delaye
The JDK Group
Jen Metz
Junior Achievement of South Central PA
Rachael Deimler
Amanda Price
Keystone Correctional Services, Inc.
Carol DiMartile
Educational Consultant
Barbara Groce
Kathy George
Cedar Cliff Subway
Carrie Widdowson, M.Ed.
Messiah College
Tammy Yost
Tammy Yost Enterprises
“Just don’t give up trying to do what you really want to do.
Where there is love and inspiration, I don’t think you can go wrong.”
- Ella Fitzgerald
~Dr. Seuss
Participating Schools
Big Spring High School
East Pennsboro High School
Bishop McDevitt High School
Harrisburg High School
Camp Hill High School
Mechanicsburg Area High School
Capital Area Intermediate Unit
Northern High School
Carlisle Area High School
Red Land High School
Cedar Cliff High School
Steelton-Highsphire High School
Central Dauphin High School
Susquehanna Township High School
Central Dauphin East High School
Susquenita High School
Cumberland Perry Area Vo-Tech School
Trinity High School
Cumberland Valley High School
West Perry High School
Dauphin County Technical School
“Don’t compromise yourself. You are all you’ve got.”
~Janis Joplin
Congratulations to all of the students chosen to
participate in the 2016 JA Symposium!
A special thanks to Journal Publications for much of the content of this magazine.
Next Magazine is a publication of Journal Publications. www.panext.com
Special Thanks to:
Chloe' Eichelberger
Table Sponsors
▪American Council of Engineering
Companies of PA
▪Buehler & McKee Financial Group
of Wells Fargo Advisors
▪Civic Club of Harrisburg
▪Service 1st Restoration and Remodeling
▪The Financial Advisory Group
Student Sponsors
ACNB
Michelle Victor (Mary Kay Cosmetics)
MRG Laboratories
Relative Evolutions LLC
Women’s Independent Networking Group
Breakfast and Bracelet Sponsor
Belco Community Credit Union
In-Kind Donations
Bernlohr Photography
Costco Wholesale
Giant Food Stores
Karns Food Market
Mod & Modern Photography
Quality DOT
Saubels Markets, Inc.
Target
Wegman’s
Interview Fashions Participating Stores
Kohl’s
Macy’s
Target
Wal-Mart
Next Steps
If you are confident,
You are beautiful!