Finance

Laurie Peer, President of RKL Private Wealth, a subsidiary of RKL LLP, was named a 2026 Circle of Excellence honoree by Lehigh Valley Business as part of its Women of Influence awards program.

 

The Circle of Excellence recognizes women of longstanding, notable success who are leading the way for other women in the community.  Peer has dedicated more than three decades to serving clients, mentoring professionals, and strengthening the communities where she lives and works. Under her leadership, RKL Private Wealth has been recognized by Accounting Today as one of the top wealth management firms in the nation based on assets under management (AUM).

 

She is deeply committed to leadership development and works as an Executive Coach with Vistage, a CEO coaching and peer advisory organization. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Peer’s board and volunteer service has included leadership roles with the United Way of Berks County and the Reading Public Museum.

“This recognition is a testament to Laurie’s leadership and her unwavering commitment to investing in others,” said Ed Monborne, CEO of RKL LLP. “She has built a culture of mentorship, collaboration, and excellence that will leave a lasting impact on our firm and our profession.”

 

Transportation

Flagger Force, an industry-leading, Safety-Driven®, short-term traffic control company headquartered in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, with operations across the East Coast and Midwest, announced that its President and CEO, Mike Doner, has been appointed to the Responsible Business Initiative for Justice’s (RBIJ) Advisory Council. RBIJ is an international nonprofit that partners with companies to promote criminal justice reform, advocate for fairer workforce policies, and adopt inclusive hiring practices for justice-impacted job seekers.

As a member of the Advisory Council, Doner will provide RBIJ advice on the organization’s strategies and priorities by offering suggestions for new areas of work, actively participating in Council meetings, and promoting the work of RBIJ. He will serve a voluntary two-year term on the Council alongside other champion business leaders, including those with personal experience in the justice system and those who share a commitment to creating a more inclusive workforce.

“I’m honored to join the Advisory Council for the Responsible Business Initiative for Justice. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on hiring individuals who were ready and willing to deliver their best, regardless of their past. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. Businesses have an important role to play in breaking down barriers to employment, empowering justice-impacted individuals, and restoring communities,” Doner said.

“As a fair-chance employer and advocate for criminal justice reform, I’ve witnessed how access to opportunities can transform lives. I look forward to collaborating with fellow Council members to advance initiatives that create pathways to employment, support personal growth, and strengthen communities,” added Doner.