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non-profit roundtable

Join us for this year’s Non-Profit Initiative, designed as a true roundtable experience for non-profit professionals across our community. This interactive session will bring leaders together in a collaborative setting to network, share ideas and engage in meaningful conversation around the challenges and opportunities facing the non-profit sector today.

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Demystifying Economic Development Organizations

Join GRCA and our regional partners for the next installment in our Economic Development Webinar Series, where we will highlight the key organizations driving economic development in Berks County and how their efforts align.

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lobsterfest

Kick off the summer with great food, great company and a whole lot of fun at Women2Women’s Annual Lobsterfest! This isn’t your average networking event—it’s a laid-back evening filled with laughter, connection and buttery lobster goodness.

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built different: inside a family business that lasts

Join the Family Business Alliance for an authentic and insightful storytelling experience featuring Kevin Heebner and Jesse Heebner of Heeby’s Surplus, Inc. Father and son will share the real story behind their family business—offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges, transitions and opportunities that come with working across generations

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finances with confidence & mujer de mujer awards

De Mujer a Mujer invites the community to a presentation titled “Finances with Confidence.” Finanta’s Michelle Leguisamon and Abigail Torres will present a practical workshop designed to help women better understand both personal and small business finances. The evening also will include the 7th Annual De Mujer a Mujer Awards, recognizing remarkable women in Berks County who exemplify leadership, community commitment and entrepreneurial success.

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Event Calendar

June 10 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT

GRCA Night at the Fightin Phils 2026

GRCA Night at the Fightin Phils Join fellow GRCA members at FirstEnergy Stadium as we cheer for our Fightins as they take on the Portland Sea Dogs! GRCA members: watch your mail! You will receive 10 general admission tickets in the mail the first week of June. Want more? Grab them at either of our two…

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June 11 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

De Mujer a Mujer – Finanzas con Confianza & Awards (June 2026)

June 11 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT

The Grille at Bear Creek — Wing Night and Corn Hole

June 12 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDT

Business and Community Advocacy Council Meeting: Transit Oriented Development with David Barr

June 13 2026, 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM EDT

Girls Fastpitch Softball 10U TROPICAL SNO

June 11 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

De Mujer a Mujer – Finanzas con Confianza & Awards (June 2026)

Este evento será presentado en español. Finanzas con Confianza Ya sea que esté iniciando un negocio, desarrollando una actividad comercial paralelo o simplemente intentando sentirse más seguras con sus finanzas, esta sesión empoderadora de De Mujer a Mujer le ayudará a simplificar las conversaciones sobre el dinero que a menudo resultan abrumadoras. Acompáñenos en…

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June 17 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT

FBA: Built Different (June 2026)

June 18 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT

W2W Lobsterfest 2026

June 24 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

Non-Profit Roundtable

June 25 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Networking@Night – Reading Country Club (June 2026)

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From the Blog

2025 State of the Berks County Economy At a Glance

What does the story behind 2025’s economic data reveal about where we’re headed next? The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) is pleased to share the latest State of the Berks County Economy …

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Workforce Trends Reshaping 2026

By Keith Stamm, Director of Workforce Development, GRCA The workforce landscape in 2026 is evolving rapidly as organizations adapt to technological change, labor shortages, shifting employee …

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In the News

From rejection to orbit: Massimino headlines GRCA Annual Dinner honoring 70 local businesses

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) last night celebrated the vitality of the Berks County business community at its 113th Annual Dinner held at the Santander Arena. More than 700 people …

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