Greater Reading Chamber Alliance

The Rollercoaster that changed everything

We take you back in time to explore the roots of A.D. Moyer Lumber — a business that was born when a local handyman and jack-of-all-trades devised a plan to sell off the pieces of an abandoned roller coaster in the wake of the Great Depression. A.D. Moyer Lumber’s story is a testament to American ingenuity and teaches us that even when the ride is over, something great may be waiting on the other side.

Sounds like a great story!

Become a taste of berks vendor & get noticed!

Taste of Berks is a tantalizing opportunity to showcase your tasty creations to nearly 450 people. Picture your delicious bites and sips cha-cha-chaing their way into the hearts (and stomachs) of potential customers. This event is a marvelous chance to tantalize taste buds, get noticed, and gain new fans. Trust us, Berks County will be begging for seconds.

count me in!

Lunch & Learn: Cyber Security insurance

With the increase of work being carried out online, it’s important to remind ourselves of the dangers that exist on our work and personal devices. Join Brian Mahon, SBU Account Executive at EHD, as he takes us through what we need to know to stay safe and avoid unnecessary expense.

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Coffee & convos is back!

Calling all small business owners! Coffee & Convos is back! Join fellow GRCA members for networking over breakfast followed by a presentation by Tom Rhoads.

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Seeing the future: Prepare now

The Berks Family Business Alliance (FBA) invites you to attend “Seeing the Future: Prepare Now,” presented by an expert panel. Brian Boland, Attorney at Kozloff Stoudt Attorneys; Michael Koch, CVA, Consultant at RKL LLP; Ryan Hurst, ASA, Partner & Leader of Business Consulting at RKL LLP and Jay Wagner, Co-Chair Estates and Trusts Practice Group at Stevens & Lee will lead a discussion about financial business planning, transition planning and succession planning—legally and financially.

I’ll be there!

Evening of Empowerment

Join us for an unforgettable Evening of Empowerment! Hear Liz Murray’s incredible journey from homelessness to Harvard, inspiring you to conquer any obstacle. Traci Costa, President & CEO of ATHENA International, will also be joining us on the ATHENA Enlightenment Tour. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, grow and be empowered!

I refuse to miss this

Expanding your talent attraction outreach

Miss our first session? You’re in luck! Join GRCA & Herbein to learn best practices for recruiting talent outside of Greater Reading.

I need help recruiting talent!

Building Berks Awards & trade expo

Join GRCA for the Fourth Building Berks Awards & Trade Expo to spotlight and celebrate innovation and economic growth and development through construction projects in Greater Reading. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks as you mingle with those in the industry, view nominated projects, visit sponsor tables, and enjoy the presentation of awards to projects in nominated categories.

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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
$0.7M +
in loans facilitated
in 2022
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letters sent by members to elected officials on legislation and/or policy
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registered attendees to events in 2022

“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

September 25 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Berks Alliance Community Forum: Berks County Whole Home Repair Program

Berks County Whole Home Repair Program In 2020, the Berks Alliance hosted a Community Forum in which the Federal Reserve Bank presented its research about access to home improvement loans of $15,000 or less within the Philadelphia District.  Berks County had the highest loan denial rate in the district. Over 60% of all requests were…

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September 26 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT

Berks Alliance Community Forum: CONCERN

September 27 2023, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM EDT

ROG Orthodontics Ribbon Cutting Event

September 27 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT

Lunch&Learn – Historic Reading Architecture (Sept 2023)

September 28 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT

Penn Street Market 2023

September 27 2023, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT

Lunch&Learn – Historic Reading Architecture (Sept 2023)

Lunch&Learn: Historic Reading Architecture Explore Reading's history through architecture without having to leave your seat! The Architects of Muhlenberg Greene are partnering with Brad Smith from the Berks History Center to present a historical panorama in honor of Fred Muhlenberg's Birthday. The presentation will highlight Fred Muhlenberg's contributions to the Reading skyline and look forward to…

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September 28 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

CANCELLED – Networking@Night – Children's Home of Reading (Sept 2023)

October 5 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

Regional Business Women’s Networking Mixer (Lancaster, York & Harrisburg)

October 10 2023, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Seeing the Future – FBA October 2023

October 11 2023, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM EDT

Breakfast4Success – October 2023

October 12 2023, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace – Late Fall 2023

Are you ready to Stand Apart from the Crowd?   Today, employees are confronted with never ending change and a lack of clarity as businesses position themselves for success in the post COVID-19 world. Emotional Intelligence is more important today than any time in the last 50 years. The Carnegie Institute of Technology found that…

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October 16 2023, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM EDT

Intro to Excel – October 2023

October 17 2023, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM EDT

ESL for Rising Leaders

October 24 2023, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

Supervisor Training Module 2: Managing Performance & Developing Employees – Fall 2023

October 25 2023, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM EDT

Essentials of Effective Leadership – Fall 2023

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