Thursday November 2
The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), the Schuylkill Chamber and the National Federation of Independent Business will host a “Small Business Policy Forum,” breakfast 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., The Wherehouse, 215 Pine St., Hamburg. This members-only breakfast will focus on state policies and legislation that affect the ability of small businesses to open and grow and will feature a moderated panel of state legislators from Berks Counties and Schuylkill. Registration is mandatory: GRCA members must register at greatreading.org. The cost is $40 for GRCA members.
Thursday November 2
The Manufacturers Resource Center will host “Train the Trainer,” 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., Manufacturers Resource Center, Allentown. In this hands-on workshop, trainers practice coaching, conflict management, and handling classroom challenges, receiving valuable feedback. It offers a complete training solution for both inexperienced and seasoned trainers. Full description and registration can be found at: www.mrcpa.org/events. Contact: Diane Lewis at [email protected] or 610-628-4578. Cost: $895 per person.
Thursday November 2
The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce will host a “Member Breakfast: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion,” 8 to 9:30 a.m., Spring Hollow Golf Club, 3350 Schuylkill Road, Spring City. Speakers include: AnNette Hines, director of cultural advancement for the client bank; Darryl Mace, Alvernia University vice president for mission, diversity and inclusion; and Tasha Santiago, director of education for the Big Reading LGBT Center. Registration is required: https://business.tricountyareachamber.com/events. Cost: $35 for members; $70 for non-members.
Friday November 3
The Small Business Resource Association will host a “Breakfast Referral Club” at B2 Bistro, 701 Reading Ave., West Reading, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. SBRA has launched this new networking and business referral opportunity. Each meeting will feature a speaker presenting content on how to improve your business, as well as networking. Cost: The cost of your breakfast. Registration: https://www.sbrassociation.com/register—breakfast-club-at-b2-bistro.
Thursday November 9
The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce will host its “Third Annual REACH Conference,” 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., RiverCrest Golf Club and Preserve, 100 Golf Club Dr., Phoenixville. The conference will feature three speakers, networking, lunch and the REACH Awards. Speakers include Tracy Davidson, NBC10 Philadelphia; Erica Waller-Hill, owner/founder of Destined for a Dream Foundation and SpeakLife LLC; and keynote speaker Rachel DeAlto, author of “Relatable: How to Connect with Anyone Anywhere (Even If It Scares You) and co-founder of the MAGNET Method. Registration is required: https://business.tricountyareachamber.com/events. Cost: $150 for members; $300 for non-members.
Tuesday November 14
The Manufacturer Resource Center will host an “Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) Webinar Series — Collaborative Robots,” from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., virtually via Zoom. Attendees will have the opportunity to understand how to harness the power of AMT to gain a competitive advantage, stay ahead of trends, and transform their business. Full description and registration can be found at: www.mrcpa.org/events. Contact: Diane Lewis at [email protected] or 610-628-4578. Cost: Free webinar.
Thursday November 16
The Berks Alliance Community Forum will present “Strategies for a Sustainable Future” at 11:30 a.m., virtually via Zoom. Learn more about how local governments and businesses are integrating sustainability concepts into their planning. This forum will focus on how Reading has positioned itself at the forefront of Pennsylvania cities in building resilience through a local climate action plan. Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMod-uvqD8qHNaXApfAqeSQP1hOqy7iw2t6#/registration. This event is free to the public.
Thursday November 16
Berks LaunchBox presents “Organizing Your Sustainable Business Journey, One Step at a Time,” 6-7 p.m. virtually via Zoom. In this webinar, hosted by consulting firm ELUME, entrepreneurs will learn about the complexities surrounding business sustainability and how a business can contribute positively to the world. Save: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. This workshop is free to the public.
Monday November 20
The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) will host its “Taste of Berks,” 5 to 8 p.m., Berkshire Mall, 1665 State Hill Road, Wyomissing. Attendees can enjoy samples from more than 30 food and beverage vendors while enjoying a photo booth, Courtney Caricatures, access to the rest of the mall and a visit with Santa. The event will also include a new makers market to shop for Christmas gifts. Registration is required: tinyurl.com/tasteofberks2023. The cost is $30 for ages 12 and up; $15 for children 3 to 11 years old. Free for children under 2 years old.
Wednesday November 29
The Berks Family Business Alliance (FBA), a special program of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), will host its annual fall forum at Reading Country Club, 5311 Perkiomen Ave., Exeter Township. Michael Fromm, CEO and third-generation owner of Fromm Electric will present “Running a Multi-Generational Family Business: Lessons Learned and Keys to Sustainability.” Registration is required: greatreading.org. The cost is $35 for members, $40 for Northeast Berks Chamber members and $50 for non-members.
Wednesday November 29
The Small Business Resource Association will host a meet-and-greet at B2 Bistro, Legacy Cigar Lounge, 701 Reading Ave., West Reading, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Registration : https://www.sbrassociation.com/register-b2-bistro. This event is free for members, $25 at the door for non-members.
Every other Tuesday
The SHRM Berks County Chapter will meet virtually from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. The meeting includes a presentation on a relevant human resources topic. Visit www.berkspa.shrm.org for more details.
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