Truist Economic forecast breakfast

Join GRCA for its 2025 Truist Economic Forecast Breakfast on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Keynote speaker Mike Skordeles, Head of U.S. Economics and Senior Vice President at Truist Advisory Services, Inc., will share his insights into macro trends, interest rate paths, sector dynamics and what local businesses should watch as they plan for the year ahead.

Networking@night: South mountain YMCA

Are you ready for an unforgettable autumn evening of networking, nature, and nostalgia at the historic Bynden Wood Lodge at South Mountain YMCA Camps? Enjoy wine, cheese, and conversation in a cozy camp setting before setting out on guided tours of the camps and their many activities that inspire adventure year-round.

Coffee&Convos: Stress First Aid

Join us at Caron Treatment Centers to learn how to utilize Stress First Aid(SFA) in your business. SFA is a peer support and self-care model originally developed for high-stress professions like the military and healthcare. It’s now being adapted for business leaders and teams facing chronic stress, uncertainty and burnout.

Irish creek construction

In 1993, David Phillips started Irish Creek Excavating with $5,000 charged to a credit card. Today, Irish Creek Enterprises, Inc. is an Inc. 5000 company with 20 employees and operations across three states. From a converted farmhouse office to a multi-division construction company serving PA, NJ & DE, they’ve built something special by putting community first.

“Stop thinking about how you can’t do it and think about how you can. There’s always a way to figure it out.” – David Phillips

This series is sponsored by Bell Media Group.

Go Taste Berks

GRCA’s tastiest adventure is back—and it’s bigger, bolder and more delicious than ever. Access to the 2025 Go Taste Berks Passport Challenge is now on sale, which officially kicks off Nov. 1 and runs through November 30, inviting locals and visitors alike to explore the best bites, brews and buys across the Greater Reading region.

It’s time to eat, sip, shop, save and win. November never tasted so good!