2026 State of the County
Presented by Independence Health System
Hosted by the Butler County Chamber of Commerce, the State of the County is a cornerstone event and one of the most anticipated gatherings of the year. After a standout 2025 program that welcomed more than 320 regional business and industry leaders, we are proud to continue this tradition of meaningful dialogue, transparency, and community engagement.
Panel Discussion
Join us for a dynamic and informative panel discussion featuring Butler County’s top leadership, offering insight into recent progress and the strategies shaping our future.
Esteemed Panelists:
Leslie Osche, Butler County Commissioner
Kim Geyer, Butler County Commissioner
Kevin Boozel, Butler County Commissioner
Mark Gordon, Chief of Economic Development and Planning
Moderator: Carrie Lewis DelRosso, Associate Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC and Chair, Butler County Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Committee
Discussion Topics
The panel will explore key issues and opportunities impacting Butler County’s continued growth and prosperity, including:
Human Services
Broadband Accessibility
Industry Recruitment and Retention
Infrastructure and Transportation
Agriculture
Community and Economic Development
Butler County Community College Initiatives
Emergency Services
Land Development
Butler County Growth Collaborative
Schedule of Events
7:00 AM – Doors Open | Open Networking & Hot Breakfast
8:15 AM – Program Begins
9:30 AM – Audience Q&A
10:00 AM – Event Concludes
Join us for a morning of insightful discussion, strategic updates, and unparalleled networking with leaders shaping Butler County’s future. This is a must-attend event for anyone invested in the continued success and direction of our community.
Thank You to Our Sponsors: Independence Health System, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, Univest Bank & Trust, Experience Butler County, Pennsylvania American Water, Ford Office Technologies, Center for Community Resources, Butler County Manufacturing Consortium, Maher Duessel, PennEnergy Resources, Herbert, Rowland, & Grubic, Inc., NexTier Bank, Alliance For Nonprofit Resources, Thompson Miller Funeral Home, Specialized Staffing & Industry Recruiters, Armstrong, Unlimited Staffing, and Dillon, McCandless, King, Coulter & Graham LLP.
Includes one ticket. Hot breakfast included. Seating is Frist come, first served.
Includes full table of 10. Hot breakfast included. Includes priority and reserved seating with company logo displayed on table.