Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
By Mark Dolinski, VP of Training & Professional Development, GRCA When prioritized, professional development fuels innovation, engagement, retention and a stronger workplace culture. When overlooked, it drains motivation, stifles growth, weakens performance and top talent walks out the door. In 2025, investing in professional development may be the most strategic decision leaders make to secure …
GRCA’s Work Adds Up As we moved into the second quarter of 2025, the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) team remained focused on driving impact across business growth, talent development, advocacy and community storytelling. In Q2, we directly engaged with local employers, celebrated small business growth and convened important conversations around infrastructure and workforce policy. …
Meet Julian Collazo, Marketing, Communications & Development Intern, GRCA Education:Recent Graduate from Governor Mifflin High SchoolIncoming Sophomore at Reading Area Community College (RACC) What inspired you to intern at the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, and what drew you to your specific role?My interest in interning with the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) began during my …
Meet Lane Lannan, Communications & Marketing Intern, GRCA Education:Before college, I attended Selinsgrove Area School District in Selinsgrove, Pa. After graduating high school in 2020, I attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. In 2024, I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History, as well as a certificate in Public History. But in addition to my …
By Cheryl Houtz, Houtz Insurance LLC Even with health insurance in place, one of the most common reactions people have when they receive a medical bill is: “Why do I still owe money? I thought I had coverage!” It’s a frustrating moment—and one that happens far too often. Whether you’re an employer offering benefits or …
