Business Resources
Shelley Maley, PHR, CCSP
Career Coach | Etiquette Coach | I help recent college grads & young professionals cultivate career clarity to jumpstart fulfilling careers
Shelley Maley, Greater Philadelphia, PHR, GCDF is the founder of Dreamcatcher Career Coaching, LLC. She launched her own coaching practice after working as a career coach in higher ed for 8 years. Recognized by Influence Digest as one of the Top Coaches in Philadelphia in 2023, Shelley has both HR and career coaching credentials and has been assisting recent college graduates, young professionals, and burned-out professionals with resumes, interview coaching, job search strategy, career confusion, and all other things career-related.
Lisa Macdonald
Lisa MacDonald’s passion for art began in her childhood, where it became both a creative outlet and a source of healing through life’s challenges. Art helped her find self-acceptance and resilience, guiding her through tough times and teaching her to embrace her imperfections. This transformative journey inspired her to create Imperfection is Beautiful in 2017, a platform where she combines her skills as an Abstract Motivational Artist and Motivational Life Coach. She also became the author of “Painting the Path of My Life”, 2024 a book that shares her personal stories and illustrates how her art positively impacted the challenges she faced along the way.
At Imperfection is Beautiful, Lisa offers a unique blend of art and motivational programs, including speaking engagements and life coaching. She also offers a Motivational Life Coaching program focused on three essential life skills to help individuals live life to the fullest. Through her work, Lisa is dedicated to helping others embrace their true selves, build self-esteem, and accept their imperfections. Her mission is to inspire and support people by sharing messages of empowerment and positivity.
Imperfection is Beautiful positively supported many local Non-Profits ands Fundraising programs.
Pam Bartlett, CFC (Certified Franchise Consultant)
Empowering Entrepreneurs to Succeed in Franchise Ownership | Ethical Franchise Consulting Expert | Certified Franchise Consultant | Former Franchise Owner | Published Author | SCORE Mentor
Email: Pb@franstrategies.com
Bio:Pam Bartlett is a Certified Franchise Consultant (CFC) with 30+ years of business experience in sales, marketing, and strategic planning. After leaving corporate America, she became a franchise owner, gaining firsthand insight into franchise operations and serving on the brand’s Owners’ Advisory Council. Now, as the founder of FranStrategies and a member of the International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG), Pam helps individuals explore franchise ownership and businesses expand through franchising. She is also a SCORE mentor and active withPenn State Lehigh Valley’s LaunchBox Ladies. Pam is passionate about guiding clients with honest, no-pressure advice to find the right franchise fit.
Jo-Ann Temple NMLS#210067
484-239-6174
Jo-Ann combines her extensive industry knowledge with a genuine passion for helping clients find the perfect mortgage for their new home. As a five-star loan officer specializing in residential home loans, Jo-Ann is dedicated to guiding you through every step of the process, ensuring you feel confident and supported from start to finish.
Patrick K. Clancey
patrickclancey.focalpointcoaching.com
FocalPoint Certified Business & Executive Coach: I Empower Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners To Reconnect with Their ‘Why’ To Drive Business & Personal Success | Strategy, Communication & Productivity Breakthroughs
Patrick Clancey is a Certified FocalPoint Business Leadership Coach who empowers business owners and entrepreneurs to rediscover the raw passion that first ignited their business journey. He’ll help you apply your passion so that your company becomes the vehicle for creating your desired personal & business freedoms. Patrick has demonstrated sales leadership & new market creation in the entrepreneurial space for 25 years. He specializes in implementing marketing strategies that connected businesses and product lines with untapped potential to drive growth.
Xavier Shive-Sanchez
CEO of FunnelBridge.ai | Bridging Marketing & AI to Scale Businesses 24/7 🌐
https://funnelbridge.aifunnelbridge.ai
(610)222-5717
I’m the CEO of FunnelBridge.ai — an meritocratic focused agency built on one big idea: businesses should never miss a customer.
We design AI-powered marketing and automation systems that work around the clock to capture leads, book appointments, and keep your brand top of mind. From chatbots that answer every inquiry to full-scale automated campaigns, our goal is simple: help you grow while your competition wonders how you’re everywhere at once.
For some partners, that means a smart assistant handling calls and messages 24/7. For others, it’s an entire digital growth engine — ads, email, customer nurturing, reputation management, and more.
What makes us different? We see your business as a whole. No single tactic builds a company — it’s the right combination, working together, that drives real growth.
🌐 Shoot me a DM or learn more: funnelbridge.ai
And when I’m not helping businesses scale, you’ll probably find me on a tennis court 🎾 (but building systems that create freedom for entrepreneurs will always be my biggest passion).
If you’d like to work with FunnelBridge.ai — or play a set of tennis — shoot me a message
Sam Mugavero
lehighvalleybusinesscoaching.com
Business Coach, Value Builder Advisor, Strategic Thinker, Implementation Facilitator, Motivator, Motivational Speaker, Exit Strategist
It’s my vision to coach business owners to succeed beyond their expectations of a successful business; resulting in abundance for everyone in our community!
Their success will be defined as a commercial, profitable enterprise, that works, without them!
My greatest strength is in using a system that has proven over the last 26years to lead to success at a massive level.
Book a free coaching session: https://sammugavero.actioncoach.com/
Heather Strunk
Helping Business Owners Reclaim Their Time | Back Office Optimization Expert | Founder at Handled By Heather
As the owner of Handled by Heather, I act as a trusted liaison between small businesses and the right service providers. My clients gain access to my extensive network of experts, whether they need bookkeeping, IT support, property management, or business consulting, without the stress of vetting multiple vendors. If the need is prospecting, managing odds and ends, or other services I handle directly, I take care of it myself.
I handle the details, so you can focus on growing your business, knowing that your operations are in the hands of professionals you can trust. With my tailored solutions and ongoing support, you’ll have peace of mind that everything is being handled efficiently and with care.
Selwa Legal
Representation
Are you looking for a law firm that treats you like family or a friend — not just a case number? At Selwa Legal, LLC, that’s exactly how we approach our clients. Founded in 2019, our firm was created to change the negative narrative around attorneys by fostering a positive, trust-based relationship with every client.
Led by Lukasz and supported by Kathy, our firm is dedicated to protecting your rights, reputation, and future with strategic, ethical, and results-driven advocacy. We are known for delivering personalized legal strategies, honest case assessments, and responsive communication. Every client receives direct access to their legal team and clear guidance from start to finish.
What We Offer — Comprehensive Legal Services
Selwa Legal provides a wide range of legal services tailored to meet your needs, whether you’re an individual or a business: If your issue doesn’t neatly fit one category, contact us — we will help you or refer you to a qualified professional who can.
- Civil Litigation
- Business Law
- Estate Planning & Administration
- Criminal Defense
Why Clients Choose Selwa Legal, LLC
✅ Direct access to Attorney Selwa
✅ Personalized legal strategies
✅ Free initial phone consultations
✅ Flexible payment plans
✅ Honest, clear communication
If you need a trusted lawyer in Pennsylvania, contact Selwa Legal, LLC today for a free confidential consultation at (484) 224-3035.
Chris Beisel is an experienced Pennsylvania title insurance professional and the Agency
Manager and Title Agent at Property Search and Settlement, Inc. With more than 21 years of
experience, Chris has helped buyers, sellers, lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, and investors
navigate residential and commercial real estate transactions with confidence.
Born and raised in the Lehigh Valley, Chris has proudly remained in the area and has developed
deep personal and professional connections throughout the community. He currently lives in
Emmaus, Pennsylvania, with his wife and son.
Chris is known for his proactive communication, attention to detail, accessibility, and
commitment to keeping every settlement organized and moving forward. Through Property
Search and Settlement, he provides title insurance and settlement services throughout all 67
Pennsylvania counties, including title searches, purchases, refinances, commercial transactions,
document recording, and escrow disbursement.
Chris is actively involved in local business networking and enjoys building trusted, long-term
professional relationships. He believes a dependable title agent should do more than process
paperwork—he should identify potential problems early, protect the transaction, and help
everyone arrive at settlement prepared.
Outside of work, Chris enjoys reading, traveling, cooking, and spending quality time with his
family.
Cheryl Houtz
Houtzinsurancellc.com
Employee Benefits Design • Employee Learning & Development • Benefits Administration • Employee Relations • Small Business
At Houtz Insurance LLC, we’re committed to providing top-notch service and building lasting relationships with our clients. We offer expertise, customer-focused solutions, comprehensive coverage, and competitive rates. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you secure the future of your employees and your business.
I’m Cheryl Houtz—an independent health insurance broker with a straightforward mission: to simplify insurance and deliver real solutions for businesses and families. With over a decade of experience working inside major insurance carriers handling claims, customer service, and billing, I know exactly how the system works—and how to make it work for you.
Now, as the owner of Houtz Insurance LLC, I specialize in group health plans for small businesses (2–100 employees), including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and supplemental coverage. I work with a wide range of industries—from construction and trucking to logistics and cannabis—to help employers protect their teams while managing costs.
But I don’t just hand over a quote and disappear. I’m hands-on, accessible, and fully invested in your success. I partner with business owners to educate their teams, tailor benefits to fit their workforce, and stay ahead of renewals. Whether you’re looking to attract talent, improve retention, or meet compliance requirements, I’ve got you covered.
Born and based in Pennsylvania, I’m licensed in PA, NY, MD, MI, FL, NB, NC, SC, VA,TX and WV. I believe relationships matter, respect is everything, and the best solutions are never one-size-fits-all. Outside the office, I’m a proud mom, sports fan, and outdoor enthusiast who still shows up at school events—yes, even during open enrollment!
Let’s have a real conversation about what you need—not what a carrier wants to sell you.
610-207-6819
Jennifer Bright
Bright Communications Brightcommunications.net
Founder of the 1st book publishing franchise, YouTuber at The Traveling Publisher, founding CEO Bright Communications, book doula, and writing and publishing coach. Happy to help YOU bring your book to life!
Do you want to publish a book? Own your own business to publish other people’s books? I’d love to help!
I’m founding CEO of Bright Communications LLC–a publisher, editor, and writer with more than 25 years of publishing experience. My team publishes 35-50 books a year, and together we have contributed to thousands of books, magazines, and articles.
In 2023, I launched the first book publishing franchise–Bright Communications Franchising–to help others realize their dream of owning their own publishing company–in business for themselves, not by themselves.
I proudly served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army for four years, stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington. I then worked for seven years on staff at Rodale before launching my own editorial business, Bright Communications LLC in 2004.
My passion is helping authors bring their books to life–to in turn help readers live healthier, happier lives. I live an amazing life in Hellertown, Pennsylvania, with my two sons.
Contact me at: jennifer@brightcommunications.net.