Jeremy W. Hancher

Jeremy W. Hancher is an Adjunct Professor at Widener University's School of Business Administration and Program Manager for the Environmental Management Assistance Program (EMAP) at Widener University Small Business Development Center (SBDC). He brings over 20 years of experience in environmental compliance, technical assistance, policy, and program management to his roles.

• Specializes in environmental compliance assistance for small businesses
• Manages EMAP's implementation of the Pennsylvania Air Pollution Control Act and Clean Air Act Amendments
• Active in multiple advisory committees including EPA's Clean Air Act Advisory Committee and Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council

His work focuses on sustainability management, regulatory compliance, and environmental policy advocacy through EMAP's award-winning services.

Key awards include:

• 2022 National SBEAPs Program Excellence Award
• 2016 EPA Administrator Award
• 2012 National SBEAPs Program of the Year
• 2007 Pennsylvania State Star Award

Hancher received funding through his SBDC role including a $475,000 grant from PA Department of Environmental Protection and participates in national environmental policy discussions.