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Who We Are

Mission

The mission of the Back Mountain Chamber can be simply summed up in three words - Commerce - Community - Culture. Our Chamber promotes economic growth by enhancing and promoting business through networking, education and social experiences. We strive to improve our local community, augment our culture, and carefully cultivate a balance of business growth with our relaxed and enjoyable quality of life.

History

The Back Mountain Chamber was formed in 2012 and has steadily grown in its scope and activities.  The Chamber is governed by a Board of approximately 25 volunteers from area businesses and nonprofit community organizations.  While the Chamber was formed primarily to promote and support the businesses of the Back Mountain area, it has expanded its role to one of cooperation with other chambers and businesses throughout our region.  Employment opportunities have been enhanced through the workplace development and educational programs offered by the Chamber.  In 2014 Back Mountain Chamber financial grants were awarded to both Back Mountain school districts through our fundraising events. In 2014, we migrated to a new and improved website with supporting software that will enable our members to better promote their businesses, provide a membership directory, offer a local calendar of events, integrate with our accounting systems, and highlight our many events and accomplishments.  Today, the Back Mountain Chamber has grown to a vibrant and very active organization intent on promoting the businesses and improving the quality of life of our area. As "The Little Chamber With a Big Heart," the Back Mountain Chamber is also intent on giving back to the many nonprofits that are doing the good work in our community.

Staff

Nicole Romeo
Administrative Assistant
Nicole@backmountainchamber.org

 

Ethan Krzysik
Office Assistant
team@backmountainchamber.org

Executive Committee

Sandra Race, Chamber President
Sandra Race, Chamber President
Chet Mozloom, Chamber Treasurer and Executive Director, The Lands at Hillside Farms
Chet Mozloom, Chamber Treasurer and Executive Director, The Lands at Hillside Farms
Jennifer Schweizer-Cebrick, Chamber VP and Founder & CEO, Little Tykes Learning Center
Jennifer Schweizer-Cebrick, Chamber VP and Founder & CEO, Little Tykes Learning Center
Melissa Youngblood, Chamber 2nd Treasurer and Regional Manager, Luzerne Bank
Melissa Youngblood, Chamber 2nd Treasurer and Regional Manager, Luzerne Bank
Cheryl Summa, Chamber 2nd VP
Cheryl Summa, Chamber 2nd VP
Joan Vivian, Chamber VP of Organizational Structure; Rave Patio
Joan Vivian, Chamber VP of Organizational Structure; Rave Patio
Meredith Vincelli, Chamber Secretary and President of Site Pro Construction
Meredith Vincelli, Chamber Secretary and President of Site Pro Construction
William Grant, Chamber VP of Long-Range Planning and Chairman of Dallas Township Board of Supervisors
William Grant, Chamber VP of Long-Range Planning and Chairman of Dallas Township Board of Supervisors

Board of Directors

Carl Goeringer, Classic Properties, Realtor
Carl Goeringer, Classic Properties, Realtor
Tom Ruskey, Director of The Cancer Wellness Center of NEPA
Tom Ruskey, Director of The Cancer Wellness Center of NEPA
Michael Gallagher, Back Mountain Federal Credit Union
Michael Gallagher, Back Mountain Federal Credit Union
Carmine Lupio, Store Manager, Weis Markets
Carmine Lupio, Store Manager, Weis Markets
Dawn Wiringer, Berkshire Hathaway, Realtor
Dawn Wiringer, Berkshire Hathaway, Realtor
Zeid Alhashemi, Kingston Township Board of Supervisors
Zeid Alhashemi, Kingston Township Board of Supervisors
Jim Payne, Camp Orchard Hill
Jim Payne, Executive Director, Camp Orchard Hill
Kelley Zionce, FNCB Bank
Kelley Zionce, FNCB Bank
Brian Phillips, President / CEO HR Business Partner, Harvis, Inc.
Brian Phillips, President / CEO HR Business Partner, Harvis, Inc.
Amanda Blaine, Community Liaison, Pyramid Healthcare
Amanda Blaine, Community Liaison, Pyramid Healthcare
Geoff Fishel, 
CEO, All Mechanical Service
Geoff Fishel, CEO, All Mechanical Service
Amanda Faneck, Founder of Fuel Interactive Media
Amanda Faneck, Founder of Fuel Interactive Media
Cindi Mazza, Associate Member
Cindi Mazza, Associate Member

Emeriti

* Designation as an emeritus board member

Attorney Lynn Banta*
The Banta Law Group

Rep. Karen Boback (retired)*

Cynthia Post Mitchell
Carrie Flower

Hildy Ide (retired)*
Hilton Garden Inn

Attorney Tom Mosca*
Mosca Law Offices

Alison Zurawski
Community Bank NA

Elva Valentine*
Valentine's Fine Jewelry

Jim Reino (retired)*
UGI Energy Services

Amy Campbell*
UGI Energy Services

Stacia Arnaud*
First Keystone Community Bank

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