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The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) named six winners at its 2026 Young Professional Awards on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Majestic at Whiskey Run in Chambersburg. Honorees from across the Cumberland Valley were recognized for their work in business, nonprofit leadership and community service.

This year’s winners are Bailey Charters of RKL, Marissa Flood of OSI, Sierra Collins of Sierra Leadership Collaborative, Zachary Cooper of Thrivent Financial, Harrison Frantz of Horizon Credit and Courtney Shauff of F&M Trust.

About the Event

The formal awards evening ran from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Majestic at Whiskey Run, 2437 Adin Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202. Guests enjoyed dinner, dessert, and beer and wine before the awards were presented.

The awards recognize young professionals under age 40 who live or work in the Cumberland Valley. The CVBA is a partnership between the Chambersburg and Greencastle-Antrim chambers of commerce.

Finalists and Winners

Volunteer of the Year

Recognizing a young professional who gives their time, talent and energy to strengthen the community.

  • Winner: Bailey Charters, Senior Associate, Audit Services Group, RKL
  • Finalist: Jacob Harrison, Creative Director, Harrison Creative Co.

Nonprofit YP of the Year

Honoring a young professional making a lasting impact through their work in the nonprofit sector.

  • Winner: Marissa Flood, Client Services Manager, OSI
  • Finalist: Carly Dibert, Adult Ministry Lead – Young Adults & Groups, Grand Point Church
  • Finalist: Mat Levine, Managing Director, Chambersburg Community Theatre

Entrepreneur of the Year

Recognizing a young professional who has built or grown a business with vision and drive.

  • Winner: Sierra Collins, CEO, Sierra Leadership Collaborative
  • Finalist: Jacob Harrison, Creative Director, Harrison Creative Co.
  • Finalist: Barry Raghavan, Founder, OneMove Moving Company

Rising Star Award

Celebrating an emerging leader who is already making a mark early in their career.

  • Winner: Zachary Cooper, Financial Advisor, Thrivent Financial
  • Finalist: Joslyn Frazier, Senior Associate, RKL
  • Finalist: Emma Grove, Senior Associate, SEK, CPAs and Advisors

People’s Choice Award

Selected by the community, the young professional neighbors and colleagues chose.

  • Winner: Harrison Frantz, Ag Relationship Manager Trainer, Horizon Credit
  • Finalist: Kara Charters, Senior Accountant, Virtual Management Solutions, RKL
  • Finalist: Evan Crider, Sales Director, Franklin County Visitors Bureau

Athena Young Professional Award

Honoring a leader who demonstrates professional excellence, serves the community and helps others reach their full leadership potential.

  • Winner: Courtney Shauff, Community Office Manager III, F&M Trust
  • Finalist: Hillary Dunning, PE, Project Manager, HRG
  • Finalist: Lauren Formosa, Social Media Manager, Tourism Associate, Franklin County Visitors Bureau
  • Finalist: Kori Taber, Programs and Farmstead Manager, The Conococheague Institute

Sponsors

The CVBA thanks WellSpan Health, the presenting sponsor, and Bronze Sponsors RKL, SEK CPAs & Advisors and HRG for supporting the 2026 Young Professional Awards. The Alliance also thanked the nominees, finalists and guests who joined the celebration.

About the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance

The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) is a partnership between the Chambersburg and Greencastle-Antrim chambers of commerce.

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