Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
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 …
Development in Focus is GRCA’s monthly recap of key economic development activities, advocacy initiatives and upcoming opportunities shaping Greater Reading. Each edition highlights efforts to drive growth, foster collaboration and support businesses, reinforcing our commitment to a thriving and connected Greater Reading business community. Coming up: Building Berks Awards & Trade Expo 2025 GRCA …
By Aaron Gantz, Vice President of Economic Development & Strategy, GRCA The fifth Building Berks Awards & Expo returns Tuesday, September 9, at the iconic GoggleWorks Center for the Arts in downtown Reading. Hosted by the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), this dynamic, high-energy evening celebrates the projects and the people behind them that are …
The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) is proud to share the latest insights into the region’s economic performance with the release of the 2024 Berks County State of the Economy report. Developed in collaboration with the Lancaster EDC’s Center for Regional Analysis, the report provides a comprehensive snapshot of key trends shaping the local economy, …
Reading, Pa. – The Greater Berks Development Fund (GBDF), an affiliate of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), is pleased to announce that it has helped secure a $310,000 Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) loan for Jeremy and Joanna Martin and their sons Jeremiah and Shane. The Martins requested PIDA financing to purchase the farm …
