CBICC Ambassadors

Michael Balchin​
Company: Hyatt Place 
Position: Director of Sales 
Bio: Sales Director of Hyatt Place, State College/ Scholar Hotel State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Specialize in sales, marketing, and advertising.
​Chris Daher 
Company: First Citizens Community Bank
Position: Multi-Site Branch Manager at First Citizens Community Bank 
Bio: Proven track record and background in leadership including employee retention, development, recognition, and promotion. Active involvement with sales team reviewing key metric reports (Profit and Loss, Revenue Plan, Customer Onboarding/Attrition), career advancement and development planning, policies and procedures, and operational topics, reports, and strategies.
​Ternie Dlugoenski
Company: First National Bank 
Position: Branch Manager at F.N.B. Corporation
Bio: With more than 15 years of high-performance sales and customer service, I am confident in my ability to consistently exceed company goals.
​Melissa Etters
Company:  Keystone Payroll
Position: Payroll Consultant at Keystone Payroll
Bio: Life is about growing and learning, and you are never too old. Everyday offers a new beginning, another chance to shine. I love meeting new people and growing my network... it’s all about networking and if you’re not networking you are not working.
​Chad Feather
Company: First Commonwealth Bank 
Position: Vice President Financial Solutions Center Manager at First Commonwealth Bank 
Bio: I got into Financial Services because I love building strong partnerships and helping businesses achieve their goals. From working with start-ups to multi-generational companies, helping businesses achieve better results is a passion of mine. I work shoulder to shoulder with a team of talented professionals that provides personalized solution-based approach that focuses on aligning tools and services to accelerate receivables, manage payable s and predict future cash flow needs. By partnering with your team of Trusted Advisors I am committed to helping your business grow by being your full-service financial partner.
​Joe Gaetano 
Company: Hartman Group 
Position: Account Executive at Hartman Group  
Bio: My goal is to create value by performing specific tasks thoroughly and completely, while gaining experience in a business environment and constantly learning and improving.
​Jeremy Hall
Company: Marco Technologies  
Position: Technology Advisor at Marco Technologies/ CBICC Ambassador
Bio: Experienced Account Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the Copier and Printer industry. Skilled in Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Team Building, Account Management, and Sales Presentations. Strong sales professional.
​James Haywood
Company: Intrada Technologies  
Position: Project Coordinator at Intrada Technologies
Bio: I have 8 years of combined Business Management and Sales experience and 6 years of Army-Guard experience. I also have some IT certs/experience and some political experience. I have a very diverse and eclectic background because I enjoy "wearing many hats." Some companies want a "master of one," however, I am more the "jack-of-all-trades." 
​Riley Hengler
Company: Aperture 
Position: Employee Benefits Consultant at Aperture Consulting, LLC
Bio: An employee benefits consultant at Aperture Consulting. 
​Ron Leynes
Company: Primerica
Position: Financial Advisor
Bio: Ron is a proud Penn State alum (The Smeal College of Business) and loves watching many PSU Sports teams, including football, volleyball, basketball and wrestling. He grew up in the suburbs of Philly (Bucks County), is a Philadelphia Eagles fan and is married with 3 children. He enjoys traveling and meeting new people.
​Joy Vincent-Killian
Company: Nittany Lion Inn & Penn Stater 
Position: Sales Manager at Penn State University
Bio: Joy Vincent-Killian is currently a sales manager at Penn State University. Also named one of the 100 top people in 2017 by the PA Business central. 
​Wendy Pelky 
Company: ARM Group 
Position: Vice President of Natural Gas Services at ARM Group
Bio: Wendy Pelky is the Vice President of the Natural Gas Services at ARM Group.
​Kathy Warner 
Bio: Enthusiastic community volunteer!
​Meredith Welshans
Company: Kish Bank 
Position: Residential Lending at Kish Bank 
Bio: Meredith is Currently working at Kish Bank as a Residential Lender.
​Drew Wetzel
Company: King Financial Partners 
Position: Financial Advisor, Certified Financial Planner
Bio: Today, trusted financial advice is more important than ever. I have dedicated myself to understanding the priorities and needs of my clients and providing them with a personalized, comprehensive planning approach, and customized strategies. As my clients' financial advisor, I work tirelessly to help them pursue their financial goals.
​JaNae Wian
Company: United Way
Position: Campaign and Relationship Manager at Centre County United Way
Bio: I have a passion for helping others. I am curious by nature and enjoy getting to know people. One of my favorite things to do is to bring people or organizations together to form a meaningful and beneficial new relationship. I strongly believe that people are our most valuable and precious resources.
​Lissa Wise
Company: Easter Seals
Position: Development Specialist
Bio: Strong professional skilled in Sales, Store Management, Team Building, and Public Speaking.