Can you say that you were “called” to your job, position or career path? Rick Bannister of neighborhood bridges can, and he proudly tells his story to tug at not only your emotional side, but also to entice those he meets to spread the message, share the successes and ultimately, make a difference in someone’s life who really needs it!

Yianni Chalkias started King Gyros in 1991 to feed his soul, his passion and his community. Nearly 30 years later, his passion infects his employees, and the foodies of Whitehall and the surrounding communities are reaping the rewards of his success.

Small businesses are the backbone of a community. They are also valued clients for a community bank. Investing in them, guiding their finances and offering timely advice, a bank is a hidden partner to a small business, but at the same time, relying on them as an anchor to the community.

He had a plan. He was still young. He was married, but no children yet. It was the right time, and he knew it. Risks, return, responsibility – all three were going to be part of the process. David Moody, president and CEO of Moody Engineering, was well-aware of the entrepreneurial roller coaster he was about to board when he founded Moody Engineering nearly six years ago, and he was ready to take those risks, capitalize on those early returns and commit to the expected responsibility.

Everyone needs furniture. Whether it’s a beanbag chair and a cardboard-box table, or a high-end sofa and imported side chairs, furniture has become a necessity even at a very basic level. When a family has over a hundred years of experience in this industry, clear indicators of knowledge and dedication combined with market demand allow for an entrepreneurial edge recognized by a bank that appreciates economic value and strategic partnerships.