Media Eye Works celebrates 25 years of service to communities
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Media Eye Works Ltd. Optical Shop hit a milestone in June when it celebrated 25 years of service to the Media and Delaware County communities. Media Eye Works, located in the Mielcarek Center at 319 W. State St., is headed by Lacey Mielcarek, who recently took over leadership responsibilities for the shop from her mother, Eileen Mielcarek.
“I am thrilled to have my daughter Lacey evolve Media Eye Works for a new generation in Media,” said Eileen Mielcarek, who founded the optical shop in 1992. “While Lacey is known for her technical depth, she is also the ideal leader to ensure that our eyewear designs and lens innovations are in tune with the changing needs of our local area.”
Lacey gives credit to her father, the late Dr. Lee Mielcarek, for instilling a philosophy of personalized attention which has been the shop’s hallmark since its founding. “We pride ourselves in spending whatever one-on-one time is necessary to get the details meticulously right to delight our customers,” she said.
Casemate names new publicity director HAVERFORD >>
David Farnsworth, president of Casemate Group, announces the hiring of publishing executive and Radnor Township resident Samuel M. Caggiula as U.S. Group Publicity Director. “We are very enthused to have Sam come onboard,” said Farnsworth. “He brings a lot of energy, a positive attitude, and result-driven ideas to the company. We are pleased he has taken the position.”
Caggiula held previous leadership roles at The Franklin Library – the publishing division of The Franklin Mint, Running Press Book Publishers, where he helped launch Running Press Kids, Rowman & Littlefield Publisher Group, and Skyhorse Publishing. Recently Caggiula was working for digital publisher YourTango and consulting to Southard Communications.
“I’m terribly excited to be at Casemate and working with David and his staff,” said Sam Caggiula. “I’d been watching Casemate grow and evolve over the past several years and I’m incredibly impressed with what he has created here: a strong and loyal team, excellent distribution clients, and a quality publishing program.”
In this newly expanded role, Caggiula will oversee and execute publicity campaigns for the company’s titles and assist on the promotion of key client titles. With his extensive experience, Caggiula will also acquire titles and seek partnership opportunities for the publisher.
A twenty-year publishing veteran, Caggiula has worked with hundreds of authors, brands, licenses, and institutions. He is a graduate of Ridley High School and Villanova University, and a U.S. Army veteran. For information on the Havertown-based Casemate Group, visit www.casematepublishers.com
FMFCU CEO gets national honor
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union President and CEO John D. Unangst was chosen CEO of the Year among credit unions with $250 million-plus in assets by the National Association of FederallyInsured Credit Unions (NAFCU). He will be recognized during NAFCU’s 50th annual conference in mid-June.
“The board of directors, management team, and employees congratulate John Unangst on receiving this prestigious award,” said Patrick Killian, FMFCU chairman of the board. “His exemplary leadership and ardent dedication to FMFCU and the credit union movement have been inspiring.”
Under his stewardship for over 40 years, Unangst has led the growth of FMFCU from one branch with less than $1 million in assets to 40branches and $1billion in assets. Only five percent of all credit unions are over the $1 billion milestone.
In addition, Unangst led the formation of two Credit Union Service Organizations that continue impacting the credit union industry. In 1986, FMFCU formed State Financial Network, LLC. to offer mortgages and services to other credit unions and their members. More recently in 2013, the Credit Union Network for Financial Literacy was created to offer The Berenstain Bears Financial Literacy Program to credit unions.
“I will be accepting this award on behalf of the dedicated and talented employees of FMFCU,” commented Unangst. “It is because of their exceptional hard work this award is even possible.”
Unangst is a graduate of Penn State University and was a decorated Captain in the U.S. Army.
Crozer names new OB/GYN chair
Keith P. Williams, M.D. was recently hired as Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology for Crozer-Keystone Health System. He succeeds Thomas Bader, M.D., who will continue in his role as Chief Medical Officer for Crozer-Keystone, a position he has held since 2013.
Williams most recently served as Professor and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for Rowan University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-School of Osteopathic Medicine (UMDNJ-SOM) in Stratford, NJ, while also serving as Chief of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Kennedy University Hospital in Sewell, NJ.
A graduate of the University of West Indies Medical School, Williams completed his residency at the University of Alberta, and became a Fellow in Maternal and Fetal Medicine at the University of British Columbia. In addition, he holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Simon Fraser British Columbia.
Williams, who in addition to his administrative responsibilities will see maternal and fetal medicine patients at Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Delaware County Memorial Hospital, emphasizes that he strives for clinical excellence for all patients. “The role of the department will be to continue on a pathway of excellence in clinical services and education,” he said. “In addition, we will provide comprehensive women’s health services to the entire community we serve.” University in
Brookhaven starts chain’s area expansion BROOKHAVEN >>
Firehouse Subs recently opened a new location at 4824 Edgmont Ave., under the ownership of local entrepreneur Mark Lohkamp. Founded by former firefighting brothers, the new Brookhaven restaurant décor reflects the founding family’s decades of fire and police service. It boasts a custom, hand-painted mural that depicts Brookhaven Fire Company’s two newest fire trucks, alongside firemen and Benjamin Franklin, who founded the first fire company in Philadelphia, dressed in Philadelphia’s five major sports team’s — including the Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia Union, Philadelphia Flyers and Philadelphia Eagles, all in front of the Brookhaven 911 Memorial. Local firefighter memorabilia is also displayed.
This is the first restaurant for Lohkamp, who signed a multiunit franchise agreement to develop six restaurants in the Northeast. “I chose to join the Firehouse Subs family because I realized how truly unique their restaurants are,” said Lohkamp. “With 18 years in the restaurant industry, I connected immediately to the entire experience – from the friendly atmosphere and quality product, to the brand’s outstanding commitment to serving the local community. I couldn’t ask for a better place to open our first restaurant than the town of Brookhaven, or a more perfect brand to invest with and grow.”