Greater Reading Keystone Innovation Zone

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The Greater Reading Keystone Innovation Zone is an economic development program funded by the PA Department of Community & Economic Development and other stakeholders in the program. The Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GRCCI) is the designated fiscal agent for the operation of the KIZ. Statement of Purpose The purpose of the Greater Reading KIZ is to:

• drive high value economic development opportunities based on
  • the creation of new, innovative enterprise,
  • the enhancement of existing businesses, and
  • the development of a tech-ready workforce;
• and create strong partnerships between the region's higher education institutions and the business community.

For more information on the history of the state and Greater Reading KIZ programs, click here.

KIZ Coordinator

Jennifer T. Leinbach is the Greater Reading KIZ Coordinator. If you are looking for information to participate in the KIZ, please contact Jennifer at 610.376.6766 extension 102 or via email to jleinbach@GreaterReadingChamber.org.

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• BENEFITS TO BUSINESS
• ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
• EXISTING GR KIZ BUSINESSES
• EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS
• TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
• ADDITIONAL RESOURCES