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Pennsylvania Women in Business Welcome to Women in Business, an exciting new bi-monthly publication intended to be a key resource f

Welcome to the Pennsylvania Women in Business, an exciting new bi-monthly publication intended to be a key resource for a very select market throughout Pennsylvania and beyond. Our business-focused editorial will be directed at women business executives, leaders and entrepreneurs from all areas of the B2B World. This publication will be in addition to our other well-read monthly business publicati

ons: The Pennsylvania Business Central and The Marcellus Business Central. Editorial contributions will be from across the state from all industries, offering key advice and insights from experienced businesswomen in hopes to inspire, enlighten and fuel your passion for career growth.

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Adam Houseknecht as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Adam Houseknecht has served as President of Best Line Equipment since 2017, leading the family-owned business through growth and evolution as it celebrated its 40th anniversary in September 2024. Best Line Equipment, recognized as one of the 50 largest equipment dealership & rental organizations in....

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Mark Ickes as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Mark Ickes has served as the Executive Director of Explore Altoona, the official Destination Marketing Organization for Blair County, since April, 2010. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing/Business Administration from Juniata College and a Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics from Smi...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Galen Bargerstock as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Galen Bargerstock, President and Co-founder of GCES, is a military veteran and decorated hero, honored with a Purple Heart and Bronze Star. His personal experiences navigating the complexities of government benefits fueled his passion for creating a company that provides tailored financial solutio...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Clinton Smith as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Clinton Smith, CEO of GCES, is a visionary leader with a dynamic marketing background and expertise in customer service. His client- first approach has driven GCES to the forefront of revolutionizing retirement goals and financial solutions. Together with his business partner Galen, Clint has built....

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Kent C. Trachte as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Kent C. Trachte, 15th president of Lycoming College, has partnered with government officials and private developers to revitalize the east end of Williamsport and secure more than $15 million in grants from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Lycoming County, City of Williamsport and local foundatio...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Terry Gilliland as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Dr. Terry Gilliland was named Geisinger’s new president and chief executive officer in 2024. He has extensive healthcare experience and has held senior executive roles spanning healthcare delivery and payer organizations. Most recently, Dr. Gilliland served as chief medical officer and chief sci...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Cathy Griffith as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Cathy Griffith served the Blair County Community as a Dental Hygienist for 32 years until the passing of her beloved husband Greg Griffith to Pancreatic Cancer in 2011. For over a decade Cathy has served as President of the Greg & Cathy Griffith Family Foundation/SidelineCancer. Cathy is a national....

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Brittany Swartz as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Brittany Swartz is the proud owner of The Edge Dance Complex in Hanover, PA. With 25 years of dance industry knowledge and experience, it was a dream come true when the opportunity to open up a dance studio presented itself in 2022. Being named the Best Dance Studio their first two years in busine...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize James Troha as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

As Juniata College’s 12th president, James A. Troha successfully led the institution through the largest comprehensive campaign in its history, introduced the Juniata College Curriculum, updated campus facilities, and earned stronger visibility for Juniata’s distinctive identity. He joined Jun...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Linzi Biesinger as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Linzi is an experienced entrepreneur with 39 years of experience in the beauty industry first working as a licensed cosmetologist, then as a licensed cosmetology instructor. She has taught students in Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Esthetics, Electrology, Eyelash Extensions, Makeup, and Teacher Tra...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Michael Gaetano as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Michael Gaetano is the President of the Hartman Group, an independent insurance agency with locations in State College and Williamsport. “The management of a company’s insurance program can be complicated and challenging,” he says. “We take great pride in assisting our clients and helpin...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Mary Kate Loftus as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Mary Kate Loftus is the President of Impressia Bank. With nearly 25 years in Banking, Ms. Loftus has a passion for supporting women and vast expertise in customer experience, strategic growth, and community banking. At Impressia Bank, she focuses on developing leaders and successfully investing in w...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Joel Valentine as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Joel Valentine is the President and CEO at Wessel & Company. Joel’s service areas are centered on audit and tax, business valuations, and mergers & acquisitions. He services non-profit, government and the private sector industries. Joel began his professional career with Wessel & Company in 2003 a...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Thomas J. Taricani as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Thomas Taricani is the Principal in charge of the State College office of Boyer & Ritter. In addition, he is Chair of the firm’s Executive Committee and chairs the firm’s Valuation Advisory Services group. He is actively involved in most aspects of a client’s income and estate tax minimizati...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Vince Iapalucci as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Vince Iapalucci serves as the SVP of Client Relations at Blair Image Elements (BIE), a 74-year-old industry leading provider of Brand Image Elements headquartered in Central Pennsylvania. Mr. Iapalucci is an alumnus of Penn State University, where he earned a degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineeri...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Douglas Workman as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Douglas Workman is General Manager/Project Executive of Alexander Building Construction Co. and has more than 36 years of leadership experience working within the construction industry. In his role, Doug assumes oversight of the office’s daily function and financial responsibilities. He provides...

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Dave Gerdes as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Dave Gerdes serves as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau in State College, PA. The HVAB serves as the official Tourism Promotion Agency for Centre County, Pennsylvania. Gerdes has worked in the hospitality industry throughout his career. His background had....

02/07/2025

Pennsylvania Business Central is proud to recognize Erin Threet as one of our Top 100 People for 2025! Our Top 100 honorees were chosen from the many nominations sent in by business and community leaders and our loyal readers. You can read this outstanding individual’s biography here:

Erin Threet is the Vice President of Services for the civil engineering firm, Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc (HRG). Her primary focus is ensuring that clients receive high-quality, timely service by fostering synergy between HRG’s services and operations channel through the development and maint...

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