FNCB Bancorp Inc. And CIS, LLC Form Asset Purchase Agreement FNCB Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FNCB), the parent company of FNCB Bank (“the Bank”), today announced that it entered into an asset purchase agreement between the Bank’s investment arm, FNCB Wealth Management Services and Chiaro Investment Services, LLC (“CIS”). Following the closing of the transaction, FNCB’s Wealth Management Services will operate under a new brand, 1st Investment Services. 1st Investment Services will provide clients with a full suite of offerings, including Investment Management, Brokerage Services, Insurance Planning, and Retirement Services. James P. Chiaro “We are extremely pleased to welcome Chiaro Investment Services’ associates and clients to the FNCB family,” said Gerard Champi, FNCB Bank President and CEO. “The combined experience of our team of advisors will benefit the organization and build on an exceptional legacy of service to our clients.” Currently headquartered in Forty Fort, PA, CIS, is led by James P. Chiaro, CMFC, LPL Financial Advisor. Dunmore-based FNCB Wealth Management Services is led by Peter Albano, LPL Financial Advisor. Mr. Chiaro will be appointed Chief Investment Services Officer and Executive Vice President upon the closing of the transaction, with responsibility for 1st Investment Services. Following the closing of the transaction, the combined teams, operating under 1st Investment Services, will relocate their offices to 1625 Wyoming Avenue, Exeter and 124 South Blakely St., Dunmore. Peter Albano “I am delighted to be joining 1st Investment Services,” added James P. Chiaro. “The transaction combines the personalized financial planning and tailored investment strategies of CIS with the resources and extensive product set of FNCB Bank. I am excited about the unique opportunities this transaction will create for our clients, as well as our employees and business partners.” The transaction will provide significant opportunities for organic growth throughout Pennsylvania, as well as national expansion, by combining FNCB Wealth Management’s strong roots in Northeastern Pennsylvania and CIS’s clients in 26 states. 1st Investment Services will continue to leverage the LPL Financial Institution Services platform to support its retail advisory and brokerage business. With LPL Financial, 1st Investment Services has access to an array of investment solutions and wealth management platforms, along with technologically advanced strategies, tools, and resources necessary to grow and meet client needs. For more information on 1st Investment Services, visit www.1stinvestmentservice.com or call 570-348-4321.
SACF NEPA Invitational Hosted by Pro Golfer The second annual NEPA Invitational charity event, hosted by professional golfer Brandon Matthews, will be held at the Country Club of Scranton on October 14 – 16, 2022. The NEPA Invitational is a pro-am golf tournament that hosts professionals, high-level amateurs, and golf aficionados. Spectators are welcomed and encouraged. Brandon Matthews, professional golfer on the PGA Tour, was born and raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania. A Pittston Area graduate, Matthews established the NEPA Invitational Fund at the Scranton Area Community Foundation to raise money for charitable endeavors.“The Scranton Area Community Foundation is proud to work with Brandon Matthews through the NEPA Invitational Fund,” stated Laura Ducceschi, President and CEO of the Scranton Area Community Foundation. “We are grateful Brandon chose to partner with the Scranton Area Community Foundation to help to carry out his charitable goals. His desire to give back will truly make a difference right here in our communities,” she added.The inaugural NEPA Invitational event, which took place last year, raised over $50,000 to support local charities.“We are incredibly proud to be hosting the NEPA Invitational for the second year that brings incredible talent to the area to compete in this event as we continue the longstanding tradition for many years to come,” stated Matthews.The 2nd Annual NEPA Invitational will kick off with a ‘Dinner with the Pros’ event on Friday, October 14, at the Country Club of Scranton. Tickets for the dinner are $300 per person and can be purchased online at www.nepainvitational.com. Dinner, live entertainment, and a live auction are included.This year, proceeds from the NEPA Invitational will support Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital through the Scranton Area Community Foundation. “Geisinger Pediatrics is deeply committed to providing exemplary health care for children and delivering that care with authentic kindness. We promise to keep the child at the center of everything we do, and that applies to the tens of thousands of patients we care for each year across Northeast Pennsylvania. We rely on community partners to help us respond to the evolving needs of families across the region, and we’re grateful to Brandon Matthews and all the leadership and supporters of the NEPA Invitational,” stated Frank Maffei, MD, Geisinger Chair of Pediatrics. “This support helps Geisinger Pediatrics and the Janet Weis Children’s Hospital to deliver family-centered pediatric care that is driven by best practice, innovation and compassion.”Tickets to the NEPA Invitational are available at www.nepainvitational.com. Sponsorships and donations are welcome. Spectators are welcome and can attend for free to watch on October 15 and 16.
Geisinger Janet Weis Hospital Receives Reaccreditation Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital has been granted Level II Trauma Center reaccreditation by the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF). The Level II trauma designation means the children’s hospital provides advanced care and expertise for pediatric trauma patients with specialized equipment, training and a dedicated pediatric emergency zone and pediatric sedation suite. Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital is the only designated pediatric trauma center in central Pennsylvania. To receive the Level II designation, the children’s hospital underwent a review process by the PTSF that included reviews of its resources, capabilities, and care for patients with traumatic injuries. “This renewal of our Level II trauma accreditation means pediatric patients from local communities can continue to receive the most specialized level of care close to home,” said Alfred Kennedy, M.D., Geisinger pediatric trauma director. “This accreditation speaks to the tremendous work our physicians, nurses and staff continue to deliver to our youth.” Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital joins Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton as the system’s Level II trauma centers while Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Geisinger Medical Center in Danville are Level I trauma centers. Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital and Geisinger Lewistown Hospital are Level IV trauma centers.
NEPA AHEC Healthcare Career Exploration The Healthcare Career & College Exploration Event will be held Friday, October 14th from 10am-4pm at the Viewmont Mall, Dickson City. This event has over 30 vendors including colleges, universities, and healthcare organizations looking to hire new employees and many offering incentives. We have several school districts busing students to this event and hope that many community members come out to explore new careers in healthcare.
The Chamber Announces the 2022 SAGE Awards Finalists Today, we announced the finalists for the 2022 SAGE Awards, the Scranton Awards for Growth and Excellence. The SAGE Awards honor outstanding local businesses for their talent, creativity, and innovation. The winners will be announced on Friday, November 18 at the Chamber Gala, a Hollywood-style, black-tie optional event held at the Ritz Theater and Performing Arts Center. This event is presented by the Friendship House. More than 85 applications were received for this year’s awards and 50 community leaders and professionals volunteered to review applications and select finalists. The Chamber is proud to honor businesses that are making valuable contributions to the region and contributing to our overall quality of life. The finalists, in each category, are: BEST PRACTICES IN COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Settlers HospitalityTitan Tree Service, inc.Tobyhanna Army Depot BEST PRACTICES IN CUSTOMER SERVICE Century Dental AssociatesCTB StudioNortheast Music Center Inc BEST PRACTICES IN MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS Golden TechnologiesMarket Share ConsultingSettlers Hospitality BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Disaster BlasterMontage Mountain ResortsUnited Sports Academy FASTEST GROWING COMPANY FNCBNibbles & BitsUnited Sports Academy HOMETOWN STAR Camp Freedom, Inc.Scranton Area Foundation — NEPA GivesUnited Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties IMPACT: COMMUNITY OUTREACH Penn State ScrantonTobyhanna Army DepotWVIA IMPACT: PEOPLE AND CULTURE Coal CreativeTobyhanna Army DepotUnited Sports Academy IMPACT: PRODUCTS AND SERVICES AlleimaFidelity BankInspired Studio NEW AND EMERGING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR EMOBILE GYM FITNESS LLCThe Prescription Center-Cherry StreetTHEKIMMY NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR Camp Freedom Inc.Children’s Service Center of Wyoming ValleyNortheast Pennsylvania Youth For Christ, Inc. SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Blu Elefante EventsNibbles & BitsThe Training Loft, LLC Congratulations to all finalists!! The recipient of each award will be announced on Friday, November 18 at the Chamber Gala, a Hollywood-style, black-tie optional event held at the Ritz Theater and Performing Arts Center. GALA TICKETS In addition, all award finalists can also win the People’s Choice Award, where the winner will be chosen by a community wide online vote on our website from Monday, November 7 through Friday, November 11.
