Event Details
Winning in Workforce Development- A Local Success Story
| Date: | October 29, 2025, 11:00am – 1:30pm |
| Organizer: | HAHRA |
| Location: | La Cucina 11 York Street, Hanover PA 17331 |
| Price: | $20 for Members; $30 for Non-Members/Guest |
| Event Type: | Meeting |
| iCal link | Add to Calendar |
*2025 Location change: TBD
Please register and pay online by Thursday, October 23rd by clicking the link: https://forms.office.com/r/TLDm3md6mF and following the payment link (https://hanover-area-hr-association.square.site/).
Certification: This program is approved for 1 SHRM PDC. The Hanover Area Human Resources Association is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
Your Registration is NOT CONFIRMED until you submit Payment.
- Registration begins at 11:00am
- Lunch starting at 11:15am
- Programming runs 12:00pm – 1:30pm (Time for Q&A at the end!)
*Please note that in order to keep our event registration fees down in a constantly rising economy, we observe a policy regarding last-minute cancellation of registrations. If you RSVP and are no longer able to attend, you will still be responsible for the registration fee and no refund will be provided if you do not notify us at hahramembership@gmail.com prior to the registration deadline above. Immediate refunds will be provided to those who notify by the deadline. We appreciate your understanding in this matter!*
Program Overview:
Join us for a dynamic HR Networking Event in partnership with HAHRA and the Hanover Chamber!
In 2021, Hanover Auto Team CEO Loni Smith recognized a growing need for skilled technicians in the automotive industry. Rather than wait for change, she created it—launching Tech Pathways, a bold workforce development initiative rooted in classroom education, immersive hands-on training, and real-world leadership development.
From day one, students are immersed in a dynamic blend of technical instruction and career mentorship. Through classroom learning, pre-apprenticeships, and apprenticeships, participants gain firsthand experience that prepares them for a successful and exciting career in the automotive field.
This workforce development success story was made possible by three critical components: a visionary leader in Loni Smith, a training champion in Frank Fuhrman, and the community partnership of Chamber President Sarah Messer, who helped keep the pathway to apprenticeship firmly on track. Join us for the opportunity to hear their story and gain insights into how HR Leaders may bring initiatives like this to life for our own organizations.
Presenters: Sarah Messer, President, Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce / Loni Smith, CEO, Hanover Auto Team / Frank Fuhrman, Service Manager, Hanover Auto Team
