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Small Business Support Group Brings Collaboration and Community to Downtown Hanover<\/strong><\/p>\n Hanover, PA<\/strong> \u2013 Downtown Hanover entrepreneurs now have a new place to connect, collaborate, and support one another thanks to the Small Business Support Group, co-led by Malynn Heinbauch of Magnolia Massage<\/strong> and Beck Lawrence of Serpents Key<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The group, which meets on the last Friday of each month at 28 Carlisle Street (Serpents Key), was born out of Malynn\u2019s early struggles as a new business owner. \u201cWhen I started Magnolia Massage, I was overwhelmed and searching for a place to ask questions, vent, or just get another set of eyes on my ideas,\u201d said Heinbauch. \u201cI wanted something collaborative, not competitive.\u201d<\/p>\n For Beck Lawrence, the inspiration came during the post-holiday slowdown when many businesses were struggling. \u201cThere was a lot of talk about starting something like this, but no real action. We wanted to create a network of people who are committed\u2014not just to their business as a job, but to the lifestyle of entrepreneurship.\u201d<\/p>\n Since launching in March, the group has quickly grown into a welcoming, informal space where local entrepreneurs can share their wins and challenges, gain advice, and foster genuine connections. Meetings often include snacks from local businesses and plenty of candid conversation. \u201cIt\u2019s a place where you can take off the mask, admit it\u2019s hard, and know your neighbors have your back,\u201d said Lawrence.<\/p>\n Success stories have already emerged. The group helped one business owner navigate inventory, connect with Main Street Hanover, and prepare for her grand opening. Heinbauch herself credits the group with giving her the push she needed to strengthen her social media presence\u2014leading to three viral videos.<\/p>\n \u201cAt Main Street Hanover, we are thrilled to see our small business owners stepping up to provide resources like the Small Business Support Group,\u201d said Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover<\/strong>. \u201cWe firmly believe that no one person can do everything on their own\u2014collaboration is at the heart of a thriving downtown. Watching this group begin, grow, and flourish is incredible, and it truly embodies the spirit of working together to make Hanover stronger.\u201d<\/p>\n The mission of the Small Business Support Group is simple: collaboration over competition. \u201cWhen we all do well, Hanover wins,\u201d said Heinbauch. \u201cWe want people to feel less alone, to build friendships, and to have a safety net. This is about courage and community.\u201d<\/p>\n Meetings are free and open to any small business owner or aspiring entrepreneur\u2014new, established, or somewhere in between. No RSVP is required. Attendees are encouraged to simply show up, be themselves, and join the conversation.<\/p>\n Looking ahead, Heinbauch and Lawrence hope to bring in guest speakers on topics like burnout prevention, technology, and business development. They envision the group evolving into a downtown collective and resource hub where every small business owner knows they have a place to turn.<\/p>\n The Small Business Support Group meets the final Friday of each month from 6\u20137 p.m.<\/strong> at Serpents Key, 28 Carlisle Street, Hanover, PA.<\/p>\n For more information, follow Serpents Key on social media or stop by a meeting.<\/p>\n About Main Street Hanover<\/strong><\/p>\n The mission of Main Street Hanover is to expand the economic capacity of downtown Hanover, thus improving the business environment, enhancing the quality of place, and increasing community synergy.<\/p>\n Contact:\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Moriah Tyler, Executive Director at Main Street Hanover<\/span> Main Street Hanover is a 501c3 non-profit & proceeds\u00a0benefit the revitalization of Downtown Hanover<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mainstreethanover.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Malynn-and-Beck-4.jpeg” title_text=”Malynn and Beck #4″ force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ custom_margin=”||” custom_padding=”15px||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_sidebar orientation=”right” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_code admin_label=”Instagram Feed” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]\n
Email: Mainstreethanover@gmail.com<\/span>
Phone: (717) 637-6130 Ext. 101<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n