CHADDS FORD, PA (July 27 2023) – Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F) is proud to announce that Director of Marketing, Alaina Kearney, MPA, has been recognized as the Rising Star of the Year by the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry. The Chamber will also honor Andrea Youndt, CEO of The Chester County Food Bank, as the Female Business Leader of the Year. These esteemed awards celebrate women who have made significant contributions to their industries, communities, and the advancement of women in business. Both women will be honored at the Women Influencing Business (WIB) Awards Dinner at White Manor County Club on Sept. 13, 2023.

Alaina earned her bachelor’s degree from Franklin & Marshall College and her master’s degree in public administration from West Chester University. She received multiple awards for excellence in leadership and service. She is an active community member, serving on the board of directors of the Foundation of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce and the Chester County Chamber Foundation. 

Alaina’s role at BGA&F involves overseeing digital and print marketing, public relations, communications and charitable events. She also hosts BGA&F’s leadership podcast, Follow Our Lead, where she has conversations with Greater Philadelphia trailblazers about how they’ve built successful businesses, brands and reputations. 

“Alaina’s exceptional accomplishments, professionally and within the community, showcase her dedication, leadership and commitment to making a positive impact. Her passion for empowering others is truly inspiring, and we congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition,” said Managing Partner William B. Gowie, Jr., CPA, MT.

“Behind every ‘rising star’ is a network of people who nurtured, empowered and gave them opportunities. I am indebted to everyone who has believed in me and provided invaluable mentorship along the way,” said Director of Marketing Alaina Kearney, MPA. 

For more information about the Women Influencing Business Awards Dinner or to purchase tickets, please visit The Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry’s event page. 

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About Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz

Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F) is a full-service accounting firm that provides a range of audit, accounting, tax, business planning, management consulting and municipal services. With Media, Delaware County and Chadds Ford, Chester County offices, the firm stretches across the Greater Philadelphia area into Delaware, New Jersey, D.C. and beyond. Since its inception in 2017, BGA&F has contributed over $100,000 to local nonprofits. The company has won numerous awards, including Top Workplaces 2023 by the Philadelphia Inquirer and Talk of the Town 2022 by the Daily Times. To learn more about BGA&F, visit their website or contact a team member.