Greater Reading Chamber Alliance

Scouting America/Hawk Mountain Council

We sat down with Davis Fox from Scouting America / Hawk Mountain Council to learn about how our local Scouting chapter has managed changing culture tides throughout the years—from welcoming girls into the Scouts to embracing diversity to updating its tools and technology. We explore how it balances tradition with transformation—all while helping our youth discover their true north.

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The annual Dinner

GRCA cordially invites you to experience the magic at its 112th Annual Dinner! Join us as it welcomes Penn Jillette, Emmy Award-winning magician, as its keynote speaker. Known for his incredible magic tricks and dynamic stage presence, Jillette will not only entertain us with his magical prowess but also share insights into his long-lasting career in showbiz and his partnership with Teller. The Annual Dinner will recognize and celebrate the remarkable businesses of Greater Reading through its Business Excellence Awards in Category 1 and Category 2.

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State Legislator breakfast

Join GRCA for its 2025 State Legislator Breakfast. Come network with our state legislators and hear a panel discussion on the latest news from the state capital and how our delegation is working together to support the economic development of the Greater Reading region. Be at the forefront of the discussion with our elected officials to promote a pro-business policy agenda and offer solutions to build a healthy and competitive economy. 

i wouldn’t miss it

Networking@night: seniorlife

Join us for an evening of meaningful connections, light refreshments and an inside look at the invaluable services SeniorLIFE provides to our community’s seniors.

i’M ready to network

Swing into connections

Did you know that some of the best business deals happen on the golf course? It’s time to step onto the green and embrace the power of networking through golf! Women2Women invites you to Swing Into Connections, an exciting opportunity to build relationships, boost confidence and refine your game—no matter your skill level.

I can’t miss this!

From Pocket to Professional

Creating Standout Content with Everyday Technology 

Join the team from Bell Media Group as they reveal how small businesses can create stunning photos and videos for social media using just a smartphone (and maybe a few low-cost add-ons!). This hands-on workshop will demonstrate practical techniques for capturing professional-quality content without expensive equipment.

help me create better content!

Coffee&Convos: Act Bigger, Do More, Move Faster

Join Andrew Sonon, founder of HonIsT Solutions, as he breaks down how modern businesses are using UCaaS and AI to boost productivity, enhance professionalism and streamline operations.

I can’t miss this!

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We lead the way in fostering business growth, employee retention and training, and talent attraction.

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we are greater together

We are the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance. We provide businesses with the resources they need to build, grow and thrive. Making connections, advocating for free enterprise and developing our community is our business.

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Our Work Adds Up

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members highlighted through marketing channels per month on average
$0.8M +
in funding to support the growth and expansion of Berks County businesses and organizations
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participants completed tailored professional development and training programs/ webinars
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community members engaged in 71 events in 2024
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“The GRCA provides us a great opportunity to work together with other area business leaders to better our community, share knowledge, and seek additional outside investment that will benefit all of us in our area. The GRCA is a terrific advocate for our business community and a great resource.”

Eric Shippers, Sr. VP, Public Affairs & Government Relations

Penn National Gaming, Member since 2018

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Event Calendar

April 22 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

Supervisor Training Module 3: Leveraging Workplace Relationships for Organizational Success – Spring 2025

Difficult personalities and inefficient work habits can creep into even the most well-run businesses. Do your supervisors have the necessary tools to adequately handle those employees and situations? Supervisor Training Module 3 gives them the confidence and skills needed to handle those challenging issues that arise in every workplace. Attendees will take a deep dive…

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April 24 2025, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM EDT

Coffee&Convos: Act Bigger, Do More, Move Faster

April 24 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Networking@Night – SeniorLIFE (Apr 2025)

April 28 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Intro to Excel – Late April 2025

April 29 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Intermediate Excel – April 2025

April 24 2025, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM EDT

Coffee&Convos: Act Bigger, Do More, Move Faster

Calling all small business owners! Coffee&Convos provides networking and programming to help support your small-business needs.  Act Bigger, Do More, Move Faster How Unified Communications & AI Supercharge Small Business The way businesses communicate is evolving—are you keeping up? In today’s fast-moving world, small businesses need more than just a phone system. Unified Communications as a Service…

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April 24 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Networking@Night – SeniorLIFE (Apr 2025)

May 1 2025, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

State Legislator Breakfast – 2025

May 6 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT

W2W – Swing Into Connections (May 2025)

May 8 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT

Environmental Health & Safety Roundtable 2025

April 22 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

Supervisor Training Module 3: Leveraging Workplace Relationships for Organizational Success – Spring 2025

Difficult personalities and inefficient work habits can creep into even the most well-run businesses. Do your supervisors have the necessary tools to adequately handle those employees and situations? Supervisor Training Module 3 gives them the confidence and skills needed to handle those challenging issues that arise in every workplace. Attendees will take a deep dive…

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April 28 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Intro to Excel – Late April 2025

April 29 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Intermediate Excel – April 2025

April 30 2025, 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM EDT

Intro Microsoft Word – April 2025

May 1 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EDT

Sales Methods & Mastery Training Program

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