During the coronavirus emergency, face masks are in critical supply. Those who have a sewing machine and sewing skills are asked to consider making fabric face masks for the LVHN team.

LifeAire Systems, an Upper Macungie Township company that creates in-duct air purification systems that remove airborne pathogens such as COVID-19, is looking to produce more. The company developed the technology for the in vitro fertilization industry and installed it in its first hospital a couple years ago.

Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry is seeking modification and clarification of Gov. Tom Wolf’s order closing all “non-life sustaining businesses" in the state.

To slow the spread of COVID-19, Gov. Tom Wolf ordered all non-life-sustaining businesses in Pennsylvania to close their physical locations late yesterday, and offered a comprehensive list of those types of businesses affected.

“I hope we aren’t limiting the definition of what leadership is. You don’t have to have 50 employees or have won leadership awards...You just need to shine with what you are good at.”- FIA NYC co-founder and LVB 40 under 40 winner, Lindsay Watson

For most health care workers, a certain amount of risk, including from the coronavirus, is considered part of the job.

There is strong evidence that employing women over 50 gives businesses a professional edge.

As we all hunker down in our homes more amidst the growing threat of the coronavirus, local small business owners are feeling the effects. LVB talked to several small business owners who opened up about how they are weathering this public health crisis.

I’m often asked how women can break through barriers, enhance their careers and gain recognition. Personally, I’ve used three guiding principles

The roots of the gender gap in the construction industry go back to ancient times, says Karen Cooney Duerholz, vice president of business development at Allentown-based Boyle Construction.