In this episode of Chamber On-Air, Juli McCoy sits down with Dee Dee Ritchie, Executive Director and Kim Folk Director of Marketing of the Canal Place Preservation & Development Authority and Passages of the Western Potomac Heritage Area. They discuss the impact of heritage tourism, economic development, and exciting projects like the River Park, while reflecting on Dee Dee's more than 20 years of leadership and the legacy she leaves behind. Tune in for a conversation about preserving the past and building the future of Allegany County.

In this episode of Chamber On-Air, Juli sits down with Karly Lamp, Chief Marketing Officer of Chessie Federal Credit Union, to discuss the organization's local roots, member-first philosophy, and commitment to financial literacy and community investment. Karly shares how Chessie continues to grow while staying true to its core values, what sets a credit union apart, and why helping people build strong financial futures remains at the heart of everything they do.

In this special edition of Chamber On Air, we sit down with past Chamber staff Peg McKenzie & Amy Jacobs, as well as former Executive Director Stu Czapski to reflect on Chamber history, community impact, and 120 years of service to Allegany County. This candid conversation captures the stories, laughter, and moments that happen when the microphones keep rolling.

In this episode, Alex Rumgay of Allegany Garrett Titles & Settlements joins us to talk about entrepreneurship, growing a business, and the importance of staying visible and connected within the community. From building relationships to balancing business growth, Alex shares his insight into what it takes to grow a trusted local business.

In this episode, we’re joined by Lee Woodward of Vector Facility Group to talk about the critical role facility management plays in business success. From solving unexpected challenges to keeping operations running smoothly, Lee shares how taking facilities off your plate allows organizations to stay focused on what they do best.

In this episode, we talk with Justin Buskirk about transforming Wanda’s Trophies into a modern, growing business while navigating challenges and continuing its community legacy.

Our first episode features Katelyn Yoder of M&T Bank, sharing how local banking, strong relationships, and community focus help drive business success and regional growth.