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Networking
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Training
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CHAMBER FYI
News & Notes
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Register Now -- Fall Training is filling up
Registration for our Fall Training sessions is underway and filling up! Have you registered your new or potential Lead Workers, Supervisors and Leaders? The Lead Worker series begins Sept. 26, Lessons in Leadership begins Oct. 5, and we have three Supervisor Modules beginning in October. Click here for more details or to register online, or contact Tracy Beaky, Program Coordinator, at 610-898-7780 or tbeaky@greaterreadingchamber.org. Let us assist you in Transforming....Growing....and Developing your organization.
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Women2Women Kickoff Event w/ author Regina Brett on Sept. 27
Lots of ladies have already bought their tickets for Women2Women's Sept. 27 kickoff event with best-selling author Regina Brett. Don't miss out on this inspirational event, during which Regina will share her poignant "aha" moments that have inspired millions. Cost is $40 and includes heavy hors d'oeuvres. Click here for details or to register. Title investors: St. Joseph Medical Center and Wells Fargo
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Power Networking on Sept. 19
Our next Power Networking event will be held from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at Seafood Shanty. Cost is $15 and includes lunch. Members only. Click here to register. Sponsor: Metro Bank
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Save the Dates -- and Register Today!
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Grassroots Issues Series - Energy Forum
Thursday, Oct. 11
Grassroots Partner: Greater Reading Economic Partnership; Supporting: M&T Bank and Top Trucks LLC; Luncheon: UGI Utilities, Met-Ed/A FirstEnergy Company and Atlantic Energy Concepts
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2012 Summit for Success
Thursday, Oct. 25
Sponsored by: Greater Reading Economic Partnership and PPL |
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GOLD STAR FOR YOU
Kudos to these outstanding newsmakers
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Larson Design Group (LDG) has announced that Stephen D. Murgas has joined its senior management team in the role of Chief Information Officer (CIO).
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Weidenhammer Systems Corporation (Weidenhammer) has promoted Joel S. Iswalt to Manager, Internal Systems. He is responsible for designing, managing, and supporting the Weidenhammer internal technology infrastructure, including the firm's headquarters in Wyomissing, three remote sites in Pennsylvania, and one each in Michigan, Colorado, and Arizona.
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Berks Counseling Center (BCC) recently received a $1,000 donation from the Walmart Foundation's Local Community Contribution/Hunger Outreach Grant Program. The purpose of this donation is to assist BCC's recently opened "Strengthening Families Program" purchase food for use by program participants in family cooperation skill building.
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To be featured in the Gold Star for You newsmakers section, send your news, accomplishments and achievements to Kristin Boyd at kboyd@GreaterReadingChamber.org.
YOU + CHAMBER = HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Look who's celebrating their Chamber Anniversary
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1 Year
ACE Private Risk Services
The Performance Group
Wyomissing Area School District
5 Years
Hess Energy
Visiting Angels
Birchwood Consulting Group, LLC
Teen Challenge Training Center, Inc.
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WELCOME TO THE CHAMBER
Say hello to the following new members
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Cleaning 4 Less
507 Gregg St
Shillington PA 19607
(610) 463-7966
www.tristatecleaning.com
Janitorial Service/Supplies
Contact: Matthew Marino
Fred's Music Shop
212-214 W. Lancaster Ave
Shillington PA 19607
(800) 677-2882
www.fredsmusic.com
Retail
Contact: Fred Bernardo
Lighten Up Nutrition
1157 Cleveland Ave
Wyomissing PA 19610
(610) 478-7766
Health & Nutrition
Contact: Tracy Jean Benson
Prostat Inc.
1901 Bernville Rd
Reading PA 19601
(610) 736-9000
www.prostathealthcare.com
Home Health Care Services
Contact: Christina Sullivan
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Sigmet Corporation
41 Vanguard Drive
Reading PA 19606
(610) 783-6666
www.sigmetcorp.com
Manufacturers Representatives
Contact: Edmund M. Portko
Tasty Licks BBQ Supply
212-214 W. Lancaster Ave
Shillington PA 19607
(800) 677-2882
www.tastylicksbbq.com
Retail
Contact: Fred Bernardo
The People Academy Inc.
38 Endlich Avenue
Mt. Penn PA 19606
(610) 207-6573
www.thepeopleacademyinc.com
Counseling
Contact: Toni Reece
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To see pictures of new members taken at the Business at Breakfast events, click here.
SPONSOR SHOUT OUT
Thank you to the following companies for sponsoring our upcoming events
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
Stay connected & take action
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Voter ID Required for 2012 General Election
The new voter ID law requires voters to show a photo ID at the polls on Nov. 6. The website, VotesPA.com, features a new layout to assist voters in finding information about which photo IDs are acceptable, and how to obtain a valid ID. For more information about voting, visit the Voters Resources section of GreaterReadingVoice.com, which that includes information on your elected officials, voter registration, polling places, absentee ballot, candidates and other voter resources.
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Pennsylvania International Week
Pennsylvania International Week will take place from September 10-21, 2012. An annual event, it allows Pennsylvania companies to meet with 20 of OIBD's trade representatives from around the world to discuss ways in which they can successfully export to the global marketplace. In addition to one-on-one export consulting meetings, the two week-long event includes presentations, seminars, and networking opportunities for businesses at nine locations throughout Pennsylvania. For more information about Pennsylvania International Week, contact Robin Fisher at rfisher@pa.gov .
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BUSINESS TIPS
Information to help your small business grow
NEWS2KNOW
Information about Women2Women
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A Taste of New York Bus Trip on Oct. 20
What better way to see New York than to nibble your way from deli to bistro to market to bakery. Join Women2Women and Boscov's Travel for a bus trip on Saturday, October 20 to New York, where you'll sample culinary delights at a variety of gourmet food emporiums, including (as time permits): Union Square Green Market; Chelsea Market (home of the Food Network); Whole Foods (as seen on Top Chef); Little Italy; Chinatown; Broadway Panhandler; Dylan's Candy Bar; and Zabar's. Cost is $90. Seating is limited so register today! Click here for the reservation form.
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
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American Cancer Society seeking volunteers
Can you contact cancer survivors? The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Reading is seeking help to contact survivors to invite them to upcoming events and send holiday cards. Monthly 1-hour meeting at Fairgrounds Mall held for updates. For more info contact Jessie.Rivera@cancer.org or 610-921-2329.
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Try Transit Month
Commuter Services of Pennsylvania will celebrate Try Transit Month, starting with a kick-off event during the Reading DID Midday Café on Wednesday, Sept 12, on Penn Street, between 6th and 7th streets. Stop by between 12 - 1:30 p.m. to learn about the benefits of riding the bus. You will be able to enjoy snacks, giveaways and entertainment, as well as have a chance to learn about all the great amenities modern bus lines provide, such as Wi-Fi, bike racks and express services.<
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