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Ones to Watch Profile: Lauren Gustafson

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | June 28, 2024

Lauren Gustafson is the MAT Patient Coordinator for Keystone Substance Abuse Services. With a degree in Integrated Marketing Communications and a special recognition award under her belt, Lauren brings a unique blend of skills to her role. Over the past two years at Keystone, she has quickly risen through the ranks, starting as a Prevention…

Ones to Watch Profile: Drew Corrigan

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | June 24, 2024

Meet Drew Corrigan, the Director of Operations at Carowinds. Overseeing Rides, Aquatics, Park Services, Admissions, and the campground, Drew plays a crucial role in guest safety and experience. His leadership extends through various Cedar Fair programs and he has achieved International Ride Training and Ellis and Associates Instructional Trainer certifications. As an advocate for employee…

Ones to Watch Profile: Celeste Smith

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | June 19, 2024

Celeste Smith is the Business Relations Coordinator at York Electric Cooperative, Inc., where she shows great leadership and creativity. She recently developed a web-based app for YEC’s Annual Meeting, helping collect over 4,500 votes, saving money, and providing valuable member insights. Her skills in planning and executing projects consistently bring positive results. Celeste is also…

Ones to Watch Profile: Dontay Osborne

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | June 12, 2024

Dontay Osborne is a dedicated deputy with the York County Sheriff’s Office. Every day, he’s out there enforcing criminal and traffic laws, investigating misdemeanors, and tackling felony crimes to keep us all safe in the community he calls home. He’s not just an outstanding law enforcement officer; he’s a beacon of positivity in a challenging…

Ones to Watch Profile: Caci Balser

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | June 3, 2024

Caci Balser is the energetic Owner and Director of They Can Cohorts, LLC, a private school in Rock Hill. She founded the school in 2021 after seven years of teaching in Rock Hill Schools and identifying a need for a more personalized educational environment. Her dedication has led to significant growth, allowing the school to…

Ones to Watch Profile: Andy Clinton

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | May 28, 2024

As the President & CEO of Visit York County, Andy Clinton has made it his mission to boost the local economy through strategic tourism and destination marketing. With a keen eye for opportunity, he’s responsible for overseeing all operations of Visit York County, ensuring the organization is well-funded and its initiatives are effective. His efforts…

3 Things to Know, 5.20.24

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | May 19, 2024

Here are 3 great things to know this week! Non-Profit Executives Complete Certificate Program Nearly 40 non-profit professionals in our region have just completed the chamber’s Nonprofit Management Program (NPM). This 56-hour fundamentals course covers topics that build skills in the management of people, systems, and finances. Participants learned through case studies, lectures, readings, and…

Non-Profit Management Program, Class of 2024

By celeste.tiller@yorkcountychamber.com | May 15, 2024

Non-Profit Executives Complete YCRC Certificate Program Nearly 40 non-profit professionals in our region have just completed the chamber’s Nonprofit Management Program (NPM). This 56-hour fundamentals course covers topics that build skills in the management of people, systems, and finances. Participants learned through case studies, lectures, readings, and discussions. The certificate program provides a solid foundation…

Senior VP of Regional Chamber Earns Leadership Certification

By celeste.tiller@yorkcountychamber.com | May 14, 2024

The Regional Chamber is pleased to announce that Colleen Dick, the organization’s Senior Vice President, has earned the designation of Certified Leadership Development Professional from the Institute of Organization Development. The certification course focuses on designing leadership development strategies and is key to the chamber’s core initiative of supporting the Talent and Workforce needs of…

Regional Chamber Staff Recognized by Carolinas Association of Chamber Executives

By colleen.dick@yorkcountychamber.com | May 1, 2024

The Regional Chamber is pleased to announce that Mark Pursley, the organization’s Director of Programs & External Affairs, has received a 2024 Service Award along with a full scholarship to attend the US Chamber’s Institute for Organization Management. Both recognitions were presented by the Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) earlier this week.…

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