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Monday, February 02, 2026
Dan Feeney, a Mohnton resident with over 30 years in the trades, is officially launching KinEco Site Services on Monday, February 9th. The company is starting with a fleet of PolyJohn Fleet series toilets, which offer 24% more interior room than standard static units. This launch marks the first step in a long-term plan to provide full site-logistics for local construction and community ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Family Business Alliance, Press Release
Friday, January 30, 2026
Big day over here!
Every business owner knows they need to be on social media to get customers, but they usually hate doing it because it takes hours to figure out what to post.
We built a piece of software called LoudAF.ai that fixes that problem.
It uses AI to figure out exactly what potential customers are searching for online right now. Then it writes the social media posts and articles ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Community, Economic
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Commute PA’s latest update highlights the collective impact of sustainable travel throughout the region, celebrating significant reductions in vehicle miles and commuter costs. The bi-annual program update showcases successful community initiatives, such as the College Month showdown and Car Free Month, which encourage residents to swap solo drives for carpooling, transit, biking, walking, working ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article
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Monday, January 19, 2026
MUHLENBERG GREENE ARCHITECTS WELCOMES NEW ARCHITECTURAL STAFFER
Alexandra Murphy Joins MG Project Design Team
[Reading, PA, 1-5-26] – MG Architects is pleased to announce that Alexandra Murphy has joined our firm as part of the Architectural Staff.
Alexandra ‘Ally’ Murphy will assist the firm’s Architects and Project Managers with all phases of design documentation and construction contract ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Friday, January 16, 2026
Reading, PA – The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), today announced the appointment of
David Farrar, General Manager – Santander Arena & Santander Performing Arts Center, President – Reading Royals; Shaun Hart, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, AmeriGas Propane, LP; Craig Hirneisen, Senior Counsel, Litigation & HR, EnerSys; Danielle Knudsen, Vice President, Griffin Financial Group; ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Chamber
Wednesday, January 07, 2026
Allentown, PA — January 7, 2026 — Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) announces a strategic expansion of
its service offerings, unveiling a comprehensive suite of Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) services
that support projects from design through completion. Formerly known as the Construction Materials
Testing (CMT) Department, the newly named CQA Department now delivers an enhanced menu ...read more
Categories: Press Release, General News Article
Tuesday, January 06, 2026
SURVIVOR-LED PANEL EVENT RAISES AWARENESS ABOUT ENDING HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN LANCASTER AND BERKS COUNTIES
Lititz, Pennsylvania, January 6, 2026. Since 2010, North Star Initiative (NSI) has led the movement to end human trafficking in the region. NSI, a non-profit that works in both Berks and Lancaster Counties and provides housing and restoration programming for trafficking survivors, will ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release, Community, Education, Women2Women
Monday, January 05, 2026
New Life Coffee Company will be at 1235 Penn Avenue Wyomissing, PA int eh EJ Penn Office Complex for the month of January. We serve specialty coffee and treats 7 am - 2 pm Monday - Friday currently, with expanded hours to come!
Categories: Fun Facts, Community
Monday, December 22, 2025
The Greater Berks Development Fund (GBDF), an affiliate of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), is pleased to announce that it helped secure $750,000 in Local Share Account-Statewide (LSA) grant funding for two local entities.
GBDF was the successful applicant for $600,000 on behalf of The GoggleWorks Center for the Arts for the construction of Phase 1 of the GoggleWorks Arts Park, ...read more
Categories: Press Release
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Berks Family Business Alliance (FBA), a special program of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) hosted Laurel Cline, Managing Director at Cherry Bekaert, and Brian Boland, head of Kozloff Stoudt’s Estate Planning and Administration Department, who said that now is time to think about the people side as well as the legal side of succession planning.
The presentation titled “Preparing for ...read more
Categories: Family Business Alliance
Friday, November 07, 2025
Running a small business is exciting—but one lawsuit, bad contract, or missed policy detail can put years of work at risk. Legal protection isn’t just about avoiding trouble; it’s about creating stability and trust. By being proactive—using clear contracts, maintaining insurance, and setting up thoughtful policies—you create both a safety net and a stronger reputation.
TL;DR
Small ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, Press Release, General News Article
Wednesday, November 05, 2025
Bally, Pa. – The Greater Berks Development Fund (GBDF), an affiliate of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), is pleased to announce that it has secured a $2,000,000 Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) loan for BRM Real Estate LLC (BRM), Bally, Pa., a real estate holding company related to Bally Ribbon Mills, Inc. GBDF, Berks County’s only Certified Economic Development ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Economic
Monday, October 27, 2025
Every founder faces risk—it’s the toll for innovation. But managing risk isn’t about playing it safe; it’s about learning how to build safely while moving fast. For entrepreneurs in the Greater Reading region, that means understanding local resources, structuring smart protections, and creating a system that lets you make bold moves with confidence.
TL;DR
Risk is not the enemy—it’s the ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Monday, October 13, 2025
For small businesses, competing with large, resource-rich competitors can feel like a never-ending uphill climb. But in reality, agility, authenticity, and smart technology adoption can help level the playing field. With the right mix of strategy and tools, small teams can outperform giants — not by mimicking them, but by moving faster and connecting more personally with their ...read more
Categories: Press Release, General News Article, Community, Chamber
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Trout CPA Announces Bob Firely, CPA, CGMA as Chief Operating OfficerLANCASTER, Pennsylvania (September 30, 2025) – Regional accounting and advisory firm Trout CPA is excited to announce the appointment of Robert (Bob) Firely, CPA, CGMA, to Chief Operating Officer (COO).
As COO, Bob will spearhead strategic operational initiatives enabling our team to focus on delivering specialized accounting, ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Sudden growth often feels like a dream realized—but it can quickly morph into a logistical tangle if handled without foresight. For small business owners, this period is a balancing act between seizing opportunities and safeguarding the structure that allowed them to succeed in the first place. The challenge isn’t simply producing more or serving more customers; it’s scaling in a way that ...read more
Categories: Press Release, General News Article, Community, Chamber
Thursday, August 07, 2025
It’s easy for small businesses to feel outgunned in the trenches of day-to-day operations. The giants have scale, funding, and brand recognition. But small doesn’t mean slow—and it definitely doesn’t mean stuck. What it does mean is agility, precision, and the ability to build tighter feedback loops between product and customer. Armed with the right tools and a sharper strategy, your small ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Friday, June 13, 2025
Small business owners rarely find extra hours tucked between client calls, product shipments, and tax prep. Yet in a digital-first world, even the leanest operations need to show up with some level of visual polish. Graphic design used to require expensive software or hiring out the job entirely. That’s changed. Now, with a few savvy shortcuts and a little intention, even the busiest ...read more
Categories: Press Release, General News Article, Chamber, Community
Thursday, April 17, 2025
It’s not enough to simply show up online anymore. Audiences scroll with instinct, and anything that doesn’t spark something visceral is lost to the abyss within seconds. For small businesses trying to stretch lean marketing budgets, visual content isn’t just part of the strategy—it’s the whole conversation starter. Across platforms, the brands that pull you in are the ones that understand how to ...read more
Categories: Press Release, General News Article, Community, Chamber
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Thursday, April 17, 2025
Commute PA has released our Year End highlights for 2024, showcasing the organization's dedication to fostering smarter commuting options throughout Berks County.
Inside, you'll find highlights on program successes, employer relationships, community engagement, and the strides made in encouraging carpooling, vanpooling, biking, walking, telecommuting and public transit. Explore the positive ...read more
Categories: Community, Economic, Education, General News Article, Press Release, GRCEDC
Thursday, November 28, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to promote transparency and combat financial crimes.
As of today, November 27th, 2024, Reading, Pennsylvania, business owners have 35 calendar days (or 25 business days) left to file their BOI report with FinCEN—don’t delay, or you could face $500 per day fines!
What You ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Thursday, October 17, 2024
This October, in honor of Women's Small Business Month, it's essential to acknowledge the cutting-edge tools that enable women entrepreneurs to optimize their workflows and fuel growth. Adobe Acrobat provides a robust set of features aimed at boosting efficiency, simplifying document management, enhancing team collaboration, and streamlining crucial business processes. For women entrepreneurs ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Chamber, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, October 09, 2024
In the unpredictable ebb and flow of modern employment, finding yourself between jobs can feel like being adrift without an anchor. But what if this transitional phase could be transformed into an opportunity for personal financial growth and stability? Imagine emerging from this interlude not just unscathed, but with a fortified financial strategy and a renewed sense of control over your ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
Monday, August 05, 2024
Unlock the full potential of your business by joining the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, where connecting, advocating, and developing are our top priorities.
In today's increasingly digital landscape, remote work has become a standard practice for many organizations. While this model offers flexibility and access to a broader talent pool, it also presents unique challenges in maintaining ...read more
Categories: Press Release, General News Article, Chamber, Community
Thursday, June 27, 2024
In today’s competitive market, mastering the art of crafting persuasive sales pitches and implementing effective marketing strategies is crucial for success. As you navigate through the complexities of the market, understanding how to connect with your audience, differentiate your product, and convincingly convey your message can set you apart. This guide will explore key strategies to enhance ...read more
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