Small Business Resources, Business Advice and Forms from AllBusiness.com

Best Fifty Women in Business: Patricia B. Trefz Swigart

PATRICIA B. TREFZ SWIGART

PRESIDENT

TREFZ & BOWSER FUNERAL HOME INC.

HUMMELSTOWN, DAUPHIN COUNTY

Education: associate's degree, Central Pennsylvania Business College

Primary job function: oversee business development and public relations

Company description:

family-owned funeral home offering efficient and compassionate care to families in their time of sorrow

Biggest issue facing businesswomen in Pennsylvania right now: Even in the 21st century, women are considered unable to handle serious positions successfully. Women must exhibit their talents and abilities and not he afraid to strive for their goals.

Predictions for women in business in the future: Jobs in the workplace are being taken over by younger women. The need to work to their ability and yet sustain a fulfilling family life could be their major obstacle.

Primary professional/community affiliations: board member, Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers; trustee, Juniata College; president, Swigart Antique Auto Museum, Huntingdon

FAVORITE QUOTE: "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." - William Morrow

In addition, make sure to read these articles:

Serious Creativity: New Ideas for Business that Work
Interview with Maura Schreier-Fleming, AllBusiness's Women in Business Advisor