Domestic Violence Center a winner at chamber event

The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County took First Prize in the Exton Region Chamber of Commerce’s Second Annual Mixers with Shakers Event.

Mixers with Shakers is an event designed to bring recognition to the non-profit members of the chamber. Each non-profit had the opportunity to set up a themed table and serve a signature drink. Event attendees could then sample each drink and vote for their favorite.

The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County, or DVCC, took top prize for their Alice in Wonderland Themed table and “The Looking Glass” drink. Terry Moody, executive director of DVCC said, “This is our first year as a member of the chamber, so we were excited to be able to participate in such a fun event and introduce the guests to our agency and our mission.”

DVCC chose their Mixers with Shakers theme to go along with their Annual Gala Event, “Through the Looking Glass” to be held April 8.

There were over 120 attendees at Mixers with Shakers, and 10 nonprofit participants. Concordia Choral Arts took second place, and Chester County’s Children took third.

The Chamber plans to hold the event again next year.

To learn more about the chamber visit www.ERCC.net.

First Priority names new senior vice president

First Priority Bank, the wholly owned subsidiary of First Priority Financial Corp., announced the appointment of Laura J. Melfi as senior vice president and director of cash management.

Melfi will be responsible for the leading the bank’s cash management efforts with a specific focus on the expansion of its existing business relationships, along with establishing new relationships in Chester County.

“We are delighted to have Laura join our team as we grow and continue to expand our capabilities ... ” said David E. Sparks, chairman and CEO. “We recognize the importance of continually broadening our deposit base and structure, along with our needs to grow municipal, corporate, and consumer businesses through our cash management products and services. In addition, we plan to expand our presence in Chester County.”

Melfi currently serves on the Chester County Chamber Foundation Committee in connection with its annual gala and is also vice chair for the WC Eagles Field Hockey Club Board of Directors, a nonprofit organization.

First Priority Financial Corp. is headquartered in Malvern.

SUBMITTED PHOTO The Domestic Violence Center of Chester County took the top prize for its “The Looking Glass” drink at a recent Exton Region Chamber of Commerce event.

Laura J. Melfi