Most of us can point to a few, if not many, important people who have encouraged us to grow in specific ways. Sometimes the influence of these mentors is small. Other times mentors inspire change that alters the entire course of our lives.

• What are the keys to positive and productive mentoring relationships?
• Is possible to be both a mentor and a mentee?
• How can individuals and organizations harness the power of mentoring for personal and corporate growth?

The next Messiah Business Alumni Networking Breakfast will explore these and other questions related to the increasingly important topic of mentoring.

A distinguished panel of Messiah College alumni will draw upon their personal experiences to guide the discussion:

• Sara Bruton (Class of ’09)
• Bonnie Day (Class of ’14)
• Carl Lundblad (Class of ’92)
• Andrew Samuel (Class of ’84)
• Brent Smith (Class of ’05)

Dr. David Hagenbuch, Associate Professor of Marketing and Co-Chair of Messiah College’s Department of Management & Business, will moderate the discussion.

This breakfast networking event took place on April 30th, 2013 at the Eden Resort and Suites in Lancaster, PA.

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Both men and women need to understand the unique challenges that face women in leadership. Such an understanding is essential for ensuring respectful and productive interaction in the workplace.

A distinguished panel of leaders will drew from their backgrounds and experiences in guiding a discussion of this important topic. The panelists for this discussion were be Laura Williams, Shari Franey, and Deb Pierson. The moderator was be Dr. Connie Ostwald.

This breakfast networking event took place on February 12th, 2013 – 7:30 to 9:00 AM at the Radisson Hotel in Camp Hill, PA.

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The Corbett administration sees international growth as one of the growth drivers for our local industry.  If your business is considering international expansion, or if you have an interest global business, you’ll have the opportunity to hear from and connect with leading experts in this field.

Robin Alex (Global Insights Expert for Hershey Foods) will help you understand how to differentiate US consumers and global consumers, and why this is important. Janet Kolokithas, (International Program Manager for Pennsylvania’s Center for Trade Development) will help connect you to the many international development programs offered by the state.

This breakfast networking event took place on December 4th, 2012 from 7:30 to 9:00 AM at the Eden Resort and Suites in Lancaster, PA.

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Stephen Bloom, of Cumberland County, was elected to represent the citizens of the 199th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in November 2010.  A practicing lawyer for more than 20 years,his mission as a lawmaker is to cut the size and scope of government, reduce the burden of taxes and unnecessary regulation, protect and defend constitutional freedoms, and by doing those things, unleash the power of individuals and businesses to create and grow sustainable jobs and economic prosperity.

Find out how Stephen Bloom stays on track by balancing a life of faith, business, and politics.

This breakfast networking event took place on May 1st, 2012 at the Hilton Garden Inn Harrisburg East in Harrisburg, PA.

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