Ann Masland has been a business-to-business sales representative in Central
Pennsylvania for Shentel’s PCS business for the past three years.  In 2002, Ann
joined the United Way of Carlisle and Cumberland County. In 2003, she was
appointed to the United Way’s Needs Assessment Committee.  This nine-member
group is responsible for reviewing data collected about community needs to provide
an overview for the United Way board. The board uses the information as a basis
for its strategic plan. Ann also finds the time to serve on the Board of Directors of
the Carlisle, PA YWCA and is Chairperson of its Marketing Committee.
“I’ve lived in Carlisle a long time. My kids are now old enough where I have
some time to give and that’s what I do.”
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Ronnie Royster
Ronnie Royster and his wife Ellen, not only open their hearts to children in
need, they open their home to children in need of a place to stay. Ronnie, a staff
accountant with Shentel for five years, became a foster parent 10 years ago when he
lived in Danville, V A.  Currently, he and Ellen are members of the Warren County,
V A Foster Parent organization. They have hosted two children since moving to
Warren County. In the past, they hosted three international children; one from the
Philippines and two from Brazil.  Ronnie and Ellen have one birth child, but they
have chosen to officially adopt six other children ranging in age from an infant to 8
years old.
“The Lord blessed us, so when there are children out there who need help, we
are able to offer it to them.”
Dawn Sager
Dawn Sager, office assistant in the marketing department, has worked for
Shentel since 1996. Her former job as a dispatcher with the Strasburg Police
Department led to 21 years of volunteering with the Strasburg Rescue Squad.  Dawn
has served as secretary and building and grounds lieutenant for the squad.  She
currently is serving another term as the organization’s treasurer. As an Emergency
Medical Technician, she pulls regular duty; devoting up to 24 hours a month
volunteering with the squad.
“The potential is there to make a real difference for someone.”
Gary Shipe
There aren’t many corners of Wakeman’s Grove Church of the Brethren that
Gary Shipe, who has worked as an installer repairman for Shentel since 1986,
doesn’t know.  At Wakeman’s Grove he serves on the executive committee, teaches
Sunday school and sings in the choir.  He does whatever is necessary to keep this
tight-knit country church in good shape. Gary believes it is important to not just sit
in the pew on Sunday.
“I believe that you should help where you can.”
Ann Masland
PEOPLE OF SHENTEL