Adam Bechtel represents NPC in Leadership Blair County’s Class of 2017

“I wasn’t involved a lot in the community so it was a good eye-opener for me.”

Adam Bechtel wanted to get more involved in the community, and he found Leadership Blair County as a perfect opportunity to do just that.

“I went to (Leadership Blair County) graduation last year, saw some of the cool things they did, and knew I wanted to do it,” Adam said. “I wasn’t involved a lot in the community so it was a good eye-opener for me. We did a lot of different things (in the class); there’s more than you think out there in Blair County, and people who need help.”

Adam, the Digital Print and Mailing Manager at NPC, was part of the 24-person Leadership Blair County graduating Class of 2017. Graduation ceremonies were held June 8 at Park Hills Golf Club in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This year marked the 22nd annual class.

The benefits of getting involved in Leadership Blair County, according to Adam, go beyond the community involvement.

“A big benefit is meeting people from all walks of life, and the different puzzle pieces they add to the community,” said Adam, who lives in Martinsburg. “Networking is always helpful.”