West Shore Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

SEK’s Building Stronger Nonprofits Through Better Financial Management 6/2/2026 8:30 AM - 6/2/2026 12:30 PM

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:40:51 GMT

Enrich your knowledge by joining us at SEK's annual event for nonprofits. Our team of experts will provide you with timely updates on industry changes and valuable tips to optimize your organization's performance.

Free webinar | Register here
Tuesday, June 2, 2026

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom

4 hours of CPE credit provided for attendance.

Session Topics:

Putting Your Money Where Your Mission Is
- Managing investments for nonprofit endowments and foundations requires balancing financial performance with mission-driven goals. In this session, we’ll explore funding sources, investment and asset allocation strategies, ways to align investments with your mission, and the role community foundations can play, along with practical guidance on measuring performance, structuring an effective investment committee, and preparing for future trends in nonprofit investing.
- Presented by Mike Kasecamp, CPFA, QKA, President, Trust and Wealth Services, CNB Wealth Advisors
Recruiting & Retention for Nonprofits
- Learn about today’s current labor market as well as tools you can use to attract and retain talent. In this session, we’ll provide you with some creative ideas to implement now to build a strong team and ensure your organization’s success.
- Presented by Laura Stover, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Director of HR Advisory Services, SEK
Accounting Technical Updates
- In this session, we will review key technical updates, including revenue recognition and grant income accounting, recent changes in Uniform Guidance, a summary of lease accounting with common pitfalls, and new and upcoming accounting guidance related to Government Assistance (Topic 832) and improvements to income tax disclosures (Topic 740).
- Presented by Will Laubach, CPA, Member of the Firm, SEK
Tax Benefits of Charitable Contributions for Donors
- Tax law changes can directly influence donor behavior and charitable giving strategies. In this session, we’ll review key tax developments affecting donors, explain what they mean in practice, and share actionable ideas your organization can implement to better position itself for fundraising success.
- Presented by Steve Lubart, CPA, Member of the Firm, SEK
When to Outsource Your Organization's Financials
- As financial responsibilities become more complex, it can be difficult to know when in-house processes are enough and when outside support may be beneficial. This session will explore practical signs that it may be time to outsource certain financial functions, along with best practices, common types of solutions, and considerations to help your organization improve efficiency, strengthen reporting, and make informed decisions.
- Presented by Krista Gardner, CPA, Member of the Firm, SEK
Effective Use of Your Board
- A nonprofit’s board can be one of its greatest assets—or one of its most underutilized resources. This presentation explores practical strategies for engaging your board in ways that strengthen governance, advance the mission, and support organizational sustainability.
- Presented by Erin Clark, CPA, MBA, Member of the Firm, SEK

ExploreSEK 2026 6/3/2026 - 6/4/2026

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:50:25 GMT

Do you know a college student who's curious about client services and public accounting? Please share this opportunity with them!

We're inviting students to join us for ExploreSEK, a two-day summer experience designed to give future accounting professionals a real-world look at the industry. Participants will connect and network with SEK professionals and leadership, build friendships with other motivated students, and give back through a meaningful community service project.

Applications are now open, so if you have a student in mind who would benefit from this experience, encourage them to apply today.

Please contact Laura Zeigler at lzeigler@sek.com with program questions.

15 Invaluable Laws of Personal Growth Online Mastermind Series Session One 6/4/2026 12:15 PM - 6/4/2026 1:15 PM

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:22:47 GMT

I am on a MISSION to add VALUE to our community, and I want YOUR help!!!

Join me virtually at 12:15 PM every Thursday in June as we explore four laws of growth from John Maxwell's "15 Laws of Invaluable Growth" and discuss how to apply them to grow our influence. Across the world people pay HUNDREDS of dollars for similar programs, but I'm offering this one for free while I'm still in training....all you have to do is buy the book!!!

So if you are ready to grow your own influence and help others grow theirs so we can add value to our community together, it would be MY PLEASURE to walk alongside you to lead POWERFUL, POSITIVE CHANGE. Space is limited to the first 10 registrants, so don't wait...email me TODAY!!!

Harrisburg Hoopla 2026 6/6/2026 9:30 AM - 6/6/2026 4:30 PM

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:43:27 GMT

Harrisburg Hoopla is a full day of action where friends, coworkers and neighbors team up to take on physical challenges, puzzle games and activities you will not find anywhere else. Each team selects a local nonprofit to represent, allowing them to win money that will be donated directly back to the community.

It is competition with a cause, filled with energy, laughter and connection. At the end of the day, your fun creates real impact. A portion of proceeds also supports the Emerging Philanthropists Fund at TFEC, which helps new leaders strengthen Central PA.

Learn more and register and www.tfec.org/hbghoopla.

Penn Harris Hotel Evening Mixer 6/10/2026 4:00 PM - 6/10/2026 6:00 PM

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:00:02 GMT

Join us for a mixer sponsored by Penn Harris Hotel. The Penn Harris Hotel is excited to invite you to their mixer, at their Italian Restaurant, Mercato Mio. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and mocktails and the lively atmosphere. Come out to network with Chamber members and local business professionals.

This free event is open to Chamber members. Potential members are welcome to attend two free Chamber events.

This event can be added to your calendar with the link in your registration confirmation email.

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact the Chamber at wschamber@wschamber.org or (717) 761-0702.

Photography & Video Policy: The West Shore Chamber of Commerce may capture photos and videos at our events. By registering for and attending an event, you agree that your image may be used in the Chamber’s member communications, promotional materials and on their social media. If you do not wish to appear in our photos or videos please inform a staff member at the event or email the Chamber office at wschamber@wschamber.org.

Summer Diamond Event 6/15/2026 - 6/20/2026

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:01:12 GMT

For six days only, the Summer Diamond Event arrives at Mountz Jewelers. Explore an expanded collection of diamonds and fine jewelry, enjoy limited-time savings, and discover something unforgettable during one of our most anticipated events of the year!

Member Benefits Session 6/17/2026 9:00 AM - 6/17/2026 10:30 AM

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:58:50 GMT

Our Member Benefits Session is open to all Chamber members or non-members who want to learn more about the West Shore Chamber. Members, if you or someone in your organization would like a benefits refresher you are invited to join us to learn about all the ways to promote your business and become more involved with the Chamber. At this session we will provide information on the current Chamber staff, how to use our website, services we provide, programs, sponsorships, and marketing. It is an excellent opportunity for you to learn how to maximize your Chamber membership and begin networking with members right away.

Breakfast will be provided by our

A reservation is required for this session as seating is limited. Please email our Member Services Director, Kristen Washington at membership@wschamber.org or call (717) 761-0702 with any questions or about accessibility/request accommodations.

CPRS Physical Therapy Afternoon Mixer 6/23/2026 12:00 Noon - 6/23/2026 2:00 PM

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:34:35 GMT

Join us for a Mixer sponsored by CPRS Physical Therapy. Come out to network with Chamber members and local business professionals.

This free event is open to Chamber members. Potential members are welcome to attend two free Chamber events. This event can be added to your calendar with the link in your registration confirmation email. For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact the Chamber at wschamber@wschamber.org or (717) 761-0702.

Photography & Video Policy: The West Shore Chamber of Commerce may capture photos and videos at our events. By registering for and attending an event, you agree that your image may be used in the Chamber’s member communications, promotional materials and on their social media. If you do not wish to appear in our photos or videos please inform a staff member at the event or email the Chamber office at wschamber@wschamber.org.

AI Meet Up & Exchange 6/24/2026 5:30 PM - 6/24/2026 7:30 PM

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:08:54 GMT

Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry, but the most valuable insights aren't found in headlines - they're found in conversation. The Appalachia AI Meet Up is our region's premier forum for professionals to connect, learn, and navigate the world of AI together. Whether you're an expert, an enthusiasts, or just AI-curious, this is your community.

What is the goal of the AI Meet Up?

Our mission is simple: we want to bring together our community to broker meaningful conversations that help you navigate AI in your business and career. The meet up features a speaker to educate and initiate conversation and connections.

**No technical background is required - if you have questions or curiosity about AI and how you can safely and effectively leverage it in your business, this event is for you!

Sign up to receive event reminders, presenter and topic updates, and location notifications - https://appalachiatech.com/ai-meet-up-sign-up

June's AI Meet Up Topic - When AI Starts Acting: Governing What AI Systems Are Allowed to Do

Presenter: Diane R. Jones

Session Description

AI is rapidly evolving from tools that generate outputs to systems where models propose actions and agents attempt to carry them out through tools, APIs, and workflows. As this shift happens, effective governance must move beyond model behavior to the systems that determine what AI-driven actions are actually allowed to execute.

This talk explores system-level controls that constrain agent behavior inside enterprise environments. The session will look at emerging governance patterns and practical questions security, engineering, and GRC teams should be asking as AI systems begin interacting with operational infrastructure.

Topics

• Governance boundaries across models, agents, and enterprise systems
• How enterprise systems enforce execution authority over AI agents
• Architectural controls such as authority limits, tool permissions, and runtime policy enforcement
• What security and GRC teams should verify before allowing AI agents to interact with operational systems