Newly installed as the CEO and executive director of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency, Robin Wiessmann said she is ready to take her life’s experience in finance and public policy to help build on the 47-year legacy of the agency.
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Women in Business
Geneia president to take role of CEO
Harrisburg-based health care analytics and services firm Geneia announced its president Heather Lavoie will also be taking up the role of CEO, as current CEO Mark Caron retires on Monday.
Read More »COVID-19 crisis: Tough decisions now for a strong return later
As the owner of three businesses in diverse industries, I have firsthand experience with how the global pandemic will challenge every leader in our community in ways we cannot even comprehend.
Read More »Barley Snyder’s response team answers COVID-19 business-related questions
This week businesses have be inundated with information regarding their operations the effects of the COVID-19.
Read More »Zonta has been making a difference in women’s lives for 100 years
The global female advocacy organization has been working hard to change that during the past decade through both legacy and social media and efforts are paying off with an uptick in membership.
Read More »Crostwater Distilled Spirits started as Victoria Close’s second career
Craft distilling is a fast-growing industry. “It’s like microbreweries were a decade ago,” said Victoria “Vicki” Close, president of Crostwater Distilled Spirits, Lewisberry.
Read More »5 steps women can take to become board-ready
If you want to effect positive change in your career and community, serving on a board is one of the best ways to make a difference. Here are five steps you can take to prepare to serve in 2020.
Read More »Talking working with women in leadership with Kedren Crosby, President at Work Wisdom LLC
CPBJ sat down with Kedren Crosby, Presdient at Work Wisdom, LLC and discussed the methods she prescribes to women in leadership to hlep them maintain balance, interesting things she's learned while working with women in business, and how she defines authentic communication
Read More »Friends, co-workers remember Vera Cornish as mentor and inspiration
News traveled fast last week about the unexpected death of Vera Cornish, a prominent icon who left her mark on Harrisburg’s business and nonprofit communities over several decades through her words, deeds and her ability to bring people together.
Read More »You’re recruiting, but are you recruiting smart?
The war for talent is intense. With historically low unemployment rates and a shortage of qualified candidates, architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms are vying for top talent.
Read More »Paying it forward in Carlisle
Carlisle businesswomen put their networking and business skills to work to help families pay down $24,000 worth of school lunch debt.
Read More »Chick2Chick podcast: Armchair therapy with a business twist
Chick2Chick is a video and audio podcast created by broadcasting veterans Flora Posteraro and Carrie Perry.
Read More »After two years #MeToo is still impacting corporate culture
Now, as 2020 begins those involved in business law say the work environment is a very different place and the reverberations of #MeToo are still being felt by employers and employees.
Read More »Wiessmann takes over Pa. Housing Finance Agency
Robin Wiessmann, who recently served as secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities, is the new executive director and CEO of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.
Read More »PSECU retiree makes finals for national honor
A retired executive with PSECU, the credit union of Pennsylvania state employees, is one of four finalists for the nationwide CU Hero of the Year Award from the Credit Union National Association.
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