UPVCC CALENDAR see page 4 for more information

UPVCC BOARD OF DIRECTORS NEW MEMBERS

September-October 2015 Edition

9.17.15

9.17.15

10.01.15

10.08.15

10.22.15

Golf Outing

Clambake

October Happy Hour

Best Practices for Email Seminar

Evening with the Chamber

President Luanne B. Stauffer

UPV Chamber

Treasurer Scott Orzehoski

QNB Bank

Secretary Trevor Smith

Smith Property Group, LLC

Sue King Upper Perkiomen

School District

Chris Milligan Blommer Chocolate

Company

Joseph Procak Brode & Brooks,

Inc., Realtors

Scott Repa Quad/Graphics

Anton Ringenary Minuteman Press

of Quakertown

Melinda Stumpf PPL

John Sylvia St. Luke’s University

Health Network - Quakertown Campus

Chair of the Board Kim Licata Harleysville

Savings Bank

1st Vice Chair Doug Delp

The Delp Group, Inc.

2nd Vice Chair Peter Rosenquist

US Tape Company

Ed Buchinski The Grand Theater

Dave Czarnecki CzarStar Security

Kimberly Detwiler Univest Bank and Trust Co.

Frank Falk Falk Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc.

William Gillespie, Jr. Gillespie Electric, Inc.

Suzanne Holloman Montgomery County Community College

Joshua Lampe StandingStone Media/

SSM Creative

Roxanne Klein Knoll, Inc.

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UPPER PERKIOMEN VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

NexZest, Inc. - Upper Perk, 221 S. 10th St. in Quakertown, your hyper local connection, was founded in December 2013 by Bucks County native Matthew Arata. With strong roots in the community, the dedicated NexZest team strives to bring you the best bargains in the area as well as keeping you informed about the arts community, historic points of interest, and local organizations doing well in the area. With a strong online presence and an economical magazine in both direct mailing and street distribution, it’s the go-to product for results. The cutting edge in hyper local, NexZest – online and in print – works for small business. Chamber Representative: Joseph Beck, 484.713.3690 | www.nexzest.com

Innovative Insurance Group, LLC, 3062 Main St. in Green Lane, is an independent insurance agency servicing families and businesses with insurance products and services including but not limited to home, auto, life, personal umbrella, commercial liability, commercial property, workers compensation, commercial auto, bonds, contractors' equipment, employment practices liability, and more! Chamber Representative: Michael Gehman, 877.691.7188 | www.innovativeig.com

B&E Energy Group, 80-F Gravel Pike in Red Hill, is a residential and commercial heating and air conditioning company. We specialize in complete indoor comfort, servicing all of Bucks and Montgomery Counties, and certain parts of Philadelphia. All B&E employees have completed all State and FBI background checks due to our extensive school district work. B&E holds an R Stamp which allows us to perform welding repairs on all commercial boiler systems and pressure vessels. B&E also has completed many commercial projects including township buildings, firehouses, school boiler replacements, police stations, and many other commercial projects. Chamber Representative: Joe DiFilippo, 215.541.7500 | www.bandeenergygroup.com

UPVCC MAGAZINE ADVERTISING

The Upper Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce is creating a quality of life magazine for the Upper Perkiomen Valley. This magazine is created to update businesses, established members of the community, visitors, and new residents on what the Valley has to offer. The magazine will include sections on history, lifestyle, entertainment, government, economy, services, and business listings. This modernized guide will become the most comprehensive source of what the Valley has to offer its residents. Inserted in the newsletter is the business advertisement form; you will not want to miss this great advertising opportunity!

Cover Photo by Carol Tersine

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Recap of Events COMMUNITY & COMMERCE BREAKFAST · LINKUP · UPVCC STAFF NEWS

COMMUNITY & COMMERCE BREAKFAST The Carriage House

June 18, 2015 Business representatives, municipal representatives, and community leaders gathered together to celebrate those that go above and beyond to make a difference in our community. This year’s honorees included Personal Care Pediatrics, LLC, who received the President’s Award for Education; Adele Saccarelli Cavallaro of

Teamwork Wins, Ltd., who received the Outstanding Small Business Award; and Mary Rives Young of The

Open Link, who received the Wallace H. Bieler Distinguished Leadership Award.

Amy Fadil, Ryan Nicholl, Fran Asher, Nikita Hernandez

Gerry Fioriglio, Mary Rives Young

Marty Vick, Adele Saccarelli Cavallaro, Gerry Fioriglio

Angela Camasto, Elizabeth Kennedy, Pastor Nick Pence

Brian Heilman, Sharon Michael, Scott Orzehoski

Johnathan Hernandez, Adele Saccarelli Cavallaro

Event Sponsors

UPV CHAMBER | SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 3

Allison Louis

Allison is excited to step into her role as Administrative Assistant at the UPV Chamber. Having lived in the Valley most of her life, Allison is proud to have a position in an organization that has such an impact on our community. Although she spent some time working in NYC, the Valley has and always will be where she calls home and she is happy to be back in the area to raise a family after a few years away. Allison appreciates the familiar faces and comfort that comes with being from a small town and looks forward to making new acquaintances and connections through her work at the Chamber. Allison and her husband Dan are happy to have recently settled in a new home in Pennsburg. They have a friendly and bright sixteen-month-old daughter Paisley, who you may have seen waving and saying “hi” to strangers in our local grocery stores, restaurants and various places around town.

UPV CHAMBER’S NEW STAFF MEMBERS Give a warm welcome to our newest staff members!

Kasey Schultz

Kasey is excited to be joining the Chamber as the Marketing Coordinator. Having interned at the UPVCC for the past two years during breaks from college, she is a familiar face to many. This past May, Kasey graduated from the University of Baltimore with a degree in Integrated Arts. She hopes to apply her knowledge of media and graphic design to Chamber activities. Kasey's first project for the Chamber has been revamping the business membership packets. This summer, Kasey has also led the creation of the 2015-2016 Business Directory and has headed the UPVCC magazine project.

LINKUP BREAKFAST August 13, 2015 Hosted by Cyndi Miller, Advent Security Corporation

LinkUp Roundtables are high-impact networking opportunities established to facilitate face-to-face introductions in a small group setting. After a presentation by the host and individual introductions, the following participants discussed the topic of “Finding New Clients”:

Ashley Radel, ADP Curt Morton, Brode & Brooks, Inc., Realtors Cyndi Miller, Advent Security Corporation Danielle Kates, Design Intervention by Danielle, LLC David Burkhart, Gillespie Electric, Inc. George Hoffman, Trinity Generator & Electrical, Inc. Judy Wetzel, Magical Wonders Vacations Michael Gehman, Innovative Insurance Group, LLC Paul Goettner, Goettner Development Tim Fagan, Advent Security Corporation Tina Thomas, Perkiomen Valley Printing, Inc.

FAREWELL UPVCC SUMMER INTERNS After a summer that was buzzing with activity, our Chamber office will be a little quieter this fall as we bid farewell to three of our interns. Erika Maximuck, Kate Allebach, and Mary McStravick all played an important role in several projects including the 2015-2016 Business Directory and the creation of the newest edition of Our Valley magazine. We wish them the best of luck as they return to their respective schools – Erika as a sophomore at Penn State University, Kate as a junior at Susquehanna University, and Mary as a junior at Upper Perkiomen High School – and look forward to seeing what the future holds for them. They will be missed!

Erika Maximuck Mary McStravick Kate Allebach

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Calendar of Events UPCOMING EVENTS · SEMINARS · SPONSORS

9.17 GOLF OUTING Thursday, September 17, 10:30am Butter Valley Golf Port S. 7th St., Bally Sponsors: DuPont Company, QNB Bank

9.17 CLAMBAKE Thursday, September 17, 5pm Butter Valley Golf Port S. 7th St., Bally Sponsors: National Penn Bank, The Perkiomen School

National Penn Bancshares, Inc., with approximately $9.6 billion in assets, is a bank holding company headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania. National Penn Bank operates 124 branch offices throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland. National Penn’s financial services affiliates are National Penn Wealth Management, N.A., including its National Penn Investors Trust Company division;

Institutional Advisors LLC; and National Penn Insurance Services

Group, Inc. National Penn Bancshares, Inc. common stock is traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol “NPBC.”

For more information about National Penn Bank, visit www.nationalpenn.com.

For 140 years, The Perkiomen School has been about thinking be-yond the box and igniting a passion for learning which lasts a life-time. Starting from grade 6, Perk’s comprehensive fine arts and competitive sports programs allows students to risk becoming their best in an inclusive and diverse academic environment. At Perk, small classes ensure that each and every student receives the comprehensive care and attention they need in order to be success-ful. Perk’s featured thirty AP courses and dedicated office of college counseling ensures that students have the skills and tools needed to succeed beyond their time at Perk.

For more information about The Perkiomen School, visit www.perkiomen.org.

11.19 NOVEMBER MEMBERSHIP BREAKFAST Thursday, November 19, 8-9:30am Hereford Elementary School 1043 Gravel Pike, Hereford Sponsors: Knoll, Inc., Quad/Graphics, Upper Perkiomen School District, Walmart Supercenter

12.17 HOLIDAY LUNCHEON Thursday, December 17, 11:30am Frederick Living 2849 Big Rd., Frederick Sponsors: CzarStar Security, The Grand Theater, Love Upper Perk

11.12 HAPPY HOUR WITH UPPER BUCKS Thursday, November 12, 5-6:30pm Spinnerstown Hotel 2195 Spinnerstown Rd., Spinnerstown Sponsors: CzarStar Security, Duraclean Restoration Specialist & Tri-State Basement Services, Perkiomen Valley Printing, Inc., QNB Bank, StandingStone Media/SSM Creative

10.22 EVENING WITH THE CHAMBER Thursday, October 22, 5:30pm Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA 1399 Quakertown Rd., Pennsburg Sponsors: Arbour Square of Harleysville, The Delp Group, Inc., Gillespie Electric, Inc., The Perkiomen School

10.01 OCTOBER HAPPY HOUR Thursday, October 1, 5-6:30pm The Wing Man Bar and Grill 622 Gravel Pike, East Greenville Sponsors: CzarStar Security, Duraclean Restoration Specialist & Tri-State Basement Services, Perkiomen Valley Printing, Inc., QNB Bank, StandingStone Media/SSM Creative

BEST PRACTICES FOR EMAIL MARKETING AND YOUR WEBSITE

Thursday, October 8, 2015 8:30-10:30am Location: UPV Chamber

Join us for a fun, interactive session learning about email best practices for newsletters and announcements. Learn about

correct usage for pictures and fonts and educational tips about Spamming. Do you currently have a website? Is your website properly secured? Are people finding your site? Learn how to

improve your chances of being found on the web.

See Registration form on page 6 or visit our website to register.

UPV CHAMBER | SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 5

Chamber News CLAMBAKE · SILENT AUCTION

The UPVCC annual Golf Outing on September 17 is sold out, but there is still a chance to join in the fun. To volunteer, call 215-679-3336 or email mrodenberger@upvchamber.org. Volunteers receive a complimentary buffet lunch, "goodie" bag and unlimited networking.

Tickets are available for the Clambake that evening. Enjoy cocktails, bid on silent auction items, taste microbrews from Weyerbacher Brewing Co., Inc. and wines from Country Creek Winery while listening to festive music by Celtic Spirit and the Red Hill Band as you savor a seafood feast. See registration form on Page 6.

SILENT AUCTION ITEMS STILL NEEDED

Please consider donating an item, gift certificate, basket or sports/concert tickets for our silent auction held at the upcoming Golf Outing & Clambake. To donate items, email Michele Fillippo at mfillippo@upvchamber.org.

LAST CALL FOR 2015 CLAMBAKE

CLAMBAKE MENU

Reception Fresh Vegetable Tray w/ Herb Dip

Assorted Cheeses & Crackers New England Clam Chowder

Chicken Vegetable Wild Rice Soup

Clam Bake Coleslaw

Steamed Clams Herb Buttered Red Potatoes

Buttered Corn Choice of: Montreal Seasoned Strip Steak

Or Hickory BBQ Chicken Half Seared Haddock Fillet w/ Sautéed Spinach & Tomatoes

Assorted Fruit Cobblers Coffee

WHO IS IN THE PICTURE

Who can accurately name the most people in the picture below and the event it was taken at? Email your guess to mrodenberger@upvchamber.org for your chance to win a complimentary breakfast or lunch at an upcoming UPV Chamber event.

THE UPPER PERKIOMEN VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESENTS

DENIMDiamonds& 2Come out and enjoy a fun filled, informal evening at the Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA. Wear your best sparkle for a chance to win the “Best Bling” contest! The dress code is Denim and Diamonds. You don’t want to miss this unique event designed for creating and renewing business friendships. Special thanks to our participating members: Wetlands Bar & Restaurant, Heirloom, Jamison Publick House, Pizza Como and PC Pub, Spinnerstown Hotel, Inc., The Valley Café, and Tosco’s Pub & Grill.

DATE: Thursday, October 22, 5:30 - 8:30 PMLOCATION: Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA

COST: $60 Member/ $75 Non-member

Entertainment Sponsor Premier Sponsor Dessert Sponsor

Magazine Advertising Contract

Advertising Sizes and Rates Select your ad size and check “Press-Ready” or “Custom Designed.”

Dimensions Width x Height Press-Ready* Custom Designed

Full Page (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 8-1/2” x 11” $1,850 $2,150

Half Page, Vertical (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 4-1/4” x 11” $1,250 $1,430

Half Page, Horizontal (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” $1,250 $1,430

1/4 Page (no bleed) 3-7/8” x 5-1/8” $880 $970

1/8 Page (no bleed) 3-7/8” x 2-3/8” $590 $650

Back Cover (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 8-1/2” x 11” $4,125 $4,425

Inside Front Cover (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 8-1/2” x 11” $3,500 $3,800

Inside Back Cover (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 8-1/2” x 11” $3,100 $3,400

Business/Organization Name ______________________________________________________________________________

Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________

City_________________________________________________________ State ___________________ Zip ________________

Contact Person ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number _____________________________________ E-mail _______________________________________________

Credit Card Number ___________________________________ Exp. Date ______________ CVC Code ___________________

Name as it appears on Credit Card __________________________________________________________________________

Signature _________________________________________________________________________ Zip _____________________

Total for Invoice _________________________

Check Enclosed (Payable to: UPVCC) Send Invoice VISA MasterCard

Upper Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce300 Main Street East Greenville, PA 18041

215.679.3336 | www.upvchamber.org

File RequirementsFiles must be a resolution of 300 dpi and in CMYK color mode.

*For Press Ready Ads: · The ad is required to be in one of the following formats: PDF, EPS, TIFF, or JPG file. For Custom Designed Ads: · For custom designed ads, contact Kasey Schultz by phone at 215.679.3336 or by E-mail at schultzk@upvchamber.org.

Production InformationAds requiring any modification or resizing will be charged an additional $35.

Custom AdsWe have enlisted professional designers to produce ads, if desired. Custom design fee for new ad includes electronic PDF and 3 rounds of edits (additional edits at $15 per edit).

Reserve Your Ad Space NowSend information to schultzk@upvchamber.org or fax this form to 215.679.2624.

Ads are due by Tuesday, September 1, 2015.

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The Generation by Knoll work chair is manufactured at our LEED® Gold certified East Greenville manufacturing facility.

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THE SKY’S THE LIMIT for the Greater Upper Perkiomen Valley. The Plan is designed to bring our community together by protecting our natural resources, promoting our recreational open space, attracting low impact businesses, and developing a skilled workforce.

Contact Michele Fillippo, PerkUp Project Coordinator at the Upper Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce

On the Web www.upvchamber.org By Email mfillippo@upvchamber.org By Phone 215.679.3336

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assist even the most inexperienced clients in converting their concept to reality. Whether

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(Plus 1/8” Bleed all around)Size: 8-1/2” x 5-1/2”

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Half Page, Vertical (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 4-1/4” x 11”

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1/4 Page (no Bleed) 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”

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Back Cover (Plus 1/8” bleed all around) 8-1/2” x 11”

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EVENT NAME ATTENDEES COST

PAYMENT INFORMATION Check enclosed (payable to UPV Chamber of Commerce) 300 Main St. | East Greenville, PA | 18041

TOTAL $

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Event Registration Form YOU CAN NOW REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.UPVCHAMBER.ORG

NAME

BILLING STREET ADDRESS

CARD NUMBER

EXPIRATION DATE

SECURITY CODE

STATE ZIP

VISA MasterCard

Cardholder Signature

CONTACT:

OTHER ATTENDEE NAMES/ DETAILS:

BUSINESS: PHONE: EMAIL:

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9.17 CLAMBAKE

10.01 OCTOBER HAPPY HOUR

10.22 EVENING WITH THE CHAMBER

11.12 HAPPY HOUR WITH UPPER BUCKS

11.19 NOVEMBER BREAKFAST

Clambake Meal Choice #____________ Roasted Chicken #____________ Strip Steak

$25 member/$40 non-member 12.17 HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

$30 member/$45 non-member 10.08 BEST PRACTICES FOR EMAIL SEMINAR

UPV CHAMBER | SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 7

MEMBER RENEWALS The following members recently celebrated a membership anniversary and renewed their investment in the UPV Chamber.

Renewals & UPVCC Staff

Advent Security Corporation Andersen Communications

Bella Vista Golf Course, Ltd. Bergey’s Auto Sales and Services

Brode & Brooks, Inc., Realtors Campania International, Inc.

Community Bible Fellowship Church CzarStar Security DuPont Company

Gillespie Electric, Inc. Goettner Development Green Lane Borough

Hampton Inn – Quakertown Independent Blue Cross Jevs Humans Services

K. D. Landis, Inc. MAMA Project, Inc. Master Supply Line

McTish, Kunkel & Associates

UPVCC STAFF

Luanne B. Stauffer President lbstauffer@upvchamber.org

Kathy Fitser Bookkeeper kfitser@upvchamber.org

Kasey Schultz Marketing Coordinator schultzk@upvchamber.org

Michele Rodenberger Membership Development mrodenberger@upvchamber.org

Michele Fillippo PerkUp Coordinator mfillippo@upvchamber.org

Allison Louis Administrative Assistant alouis@upvchamber.org

Karen Schultz Volunteer kschultz@upvchamber.org

Meinzer Law Offices Montgomery County WIB

Owens Stables, Inc. Pennsburg Ace Hardware

Powderbourne, Inc. Professional Pharmacy of Pennsburg

Representative Marcy Toepel Senator Bob Mensch

Showcase Technical Services St. Mark’s Lutheran Church

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church – Red Hill | Upper Perkiomen Child Care Center The Loft at Sweet Water Country Club

The Wing Man Bar and Grill Upper Montgomery Joint Authority

Upper Perk Chiropractic Center / The Center for Nutrition and Wellness Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA

Windsor Financial Group/MassMutual XPO Business Equipment

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Come out and enjoy a fun filled, informal evening at the Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA. The dress code is Denim and Diamonds. Wear your best sparkle for a chance to win the “Best Bling” contest! You don’t want to miss this unique event designed for creating and renewing business friendships. Special thanks to our participating members: Arbour Square of Harleysville, Heirloom, Jamison Publick House, Pizza Como and PC Pub, Spinnerstown Hotel, Inc., The Valley Café, Tosco’s Pub & Grill, Wetlands Bar & Restaurant.

INVITATION TO EVENING WITH THE CHAMBER

DATE: Thursday, October 22, 5:30 - 8:30pm LOCATION: Upper Perkiomen Valley YMCA

COST: $60 member/ $75 non-member

Entertainment Sponsor Dessert Sponsor Premier Sponsor

SILENT AUCTION ITEMS NEEDED Please consider donating an item, gift certificate, basket or sports/concert tickets for our silent auction held at the upcoming Evening with the Chamber. To donate items, email Michele Fillippo at mfillippo@upvchamber.org.