Lori Bennett, president of the New Holland Business Association (NHBA) and a relationship manager with Presence Bank, is especially looking forward to the NHBA's 2023 networking breakfast. "This year, we are also celebrating our 20th anniversary as an association," announced Bennett. "April 2003 is when it all started."

The networking breakfast and celebration will be held at Garden Spot Village (GSV), 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, on Tuesday, April 18, at 7:30 a.m. in the Village Park near the main entrance. "We invite business representatives from the greater New Holland area to come join us," said Bennett. "We have members from sole proprietorships to the largest businesses. All are welcome," she pointed out.

The guest speaker at the breakfast will be Rep. Keith Greiner, 43rd district, a CPA now in his sixth term in Harrisburg, but new to representing New Holland. NHBA will also recognize association founder Deb Reichert at the event.

Deb Kramer of Merril Lynch Wealth Management, who serves as NHBA president-elect, said that a goal of the organization's meetings, held at Yoder's Restaurant the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 a.m., is to spotlight a relevant subject. "We like to provide support in regard to topics that are important to business owners," she said, adding that NHBA organizes Christmas on Main, beautifying the town with summer planters, awarding student scholarships, and philanthropic giving to local nonprofit organizations.

Bennett noted that after-work events are also scheduled. "We work to make the association fruitful in networking," she said, adding that NHBA members put an emphasis on learning about each other's businesses as well as sharing information to help improve business strategies.

Kramer noted that the organization is always seeking to expand the talent pool by encouraging visitors. "For those who have not been part of the association but want to learn more, this is a great time to get a feel for the association and network with other local businesses," said Bennett.

Kirk Neidermyer of Choice Home Remodeling is vice president of NHBA.

Those wishing to attend are asked to register by Monday, April 10, at https://bit.ly/NHBAbreakfast. Readers who would like more information may visit https://newhollandbusiness.org or call 717-449-6338.