
Karen Schloer
President, Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster, Role Model, MBA
A Pittsburgh native and Millersville University grad who rose from part-time Camp Counselor to CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster, with a track record of expanding access to afterschool care for families regardless of cost or paperwork.

Maeve Thistel
Integrative Clinical Nutritionist and Founder of MAVIS
An integrative clinical nutritionist and founder of MAVIS, with a track record of advancing women’s health.

Kim McDevitt
Executive Director, Mental Health America of Lancaster County
Accomplished nonprofit executive, national speaker, and community leader.

Brian Rutter
Senior Vice President, Chief Communications & Brand Officer, Acts Retirement-Life Communities
An enterprise brand, marketing, and communications executive with a track record of advancing growth, leading transformation, and strengthening organizational reputation across complex, mission-driven organizations

Barbara Barr
News Reporter, ABC 27 & Writer, Lancaster Independence
20+ year news and sports anchor, reporter, and writer. Currently reporting for ABC 27 after two decades at WGAL 8.

Tom Mattaini
Owner, Pull The Pin
Entrepreneur and business owner. Leads a nationally recognized golf fitting center and innovates in the industry.

Joe Lapi
President & Owner, Harding-Yost Insurance
Insurance executive with 30+ years of experience. Leads HYI’s growth, mentors staff, and enjoys Penn State football, family travel, and mastering the BBQ pit.

Sheila Jones
CEO, Whicked Results
Leads growth of billion-dollar brands and organizations. Award-winning author and TEDx speaker coach.

Patrick Carney
Financial Advisor & Team Leader, Rodgers & Associates
Helps clients simplify retirement planning. Guides investments, taxes, and financial decisions while supporting Lancaster students through nonprofit work.

Ruby Nolt
Vistage Chair, Executive Leadership Coach, R. Nolt Consulting LLC Founder
Consults with CEOs, founders, and c-suite personnel to assist with decision making, leadership effectiveness, and build resilient, high performing organizations.

Jeff Nicklaus
Owner & CEO, J&J Companies
Entrepreneur and business leader. Co-founder of J&J Companies. Loves mentoring, company culture, and building long-term impact.

Lori Porreca
Owner & President, A1 Energy
Energy consultant and business leader. Helps clients save on energy, optimize efficiency, and grow sustainable solutions.

Tom Garrity
Family Business Consultant & Managing Partner, Compass Point Consulting, LLC
Oversees the strategic direction of the company, mentor the leadership team, lead the culture tone, and ensure sound financial management.

Katie Sandoe
Keynote Speaker, Mindset and Performance Expert & Podcaster
Known as “The Sparkologist,” she combines a Doctor of Education with a fun, engaging style to make complex topics like burnout, conflict, and emotional intelligence feel accessible.

Fernando Garcia‑Aguila
Executive Chef
Cuban-born chef and culinary leader. Creates inspired cuisine, mentors others, and actively serves the Lancaster community.

Rafe Hottenstein
Executive Chef at Josephines
Rafe Hottenstein is the Executive Chef at Josephines in downtown Lancaster, PA.

Todd Mealy
Head Football Coach
Historian, author, and educator. Executive Director at NICED. Loves football, kids’ books, and Pennsylvania history.

Danny Walck
Educator & Coach
Educator and basketball coach. Mentors students and athletes, inspiring leadership, teamwork, and lifelong learning.

Steve Cabalar
Restaurant Owner and Father of Three. Hospitality and Meat Enthusiast.
Learning and development strategist. Helps people and teams grow, solve problems, and achieve more.

Bill Stratton
Certified EOS Implementer & Business Advisor
Entrepreneurial leader and EOS coach. Helps businesses scale, gain clarity, and achieve sustainable growth while mentoring leadership teams.

Steve Goble
Owner & Chief People Builder, The Goble Group
Learning and development strategist. Helps people and teams grow, solve problems, and achieve more.

