Business Agenda for June 14

Wednesday June 24

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance launches its first “Non-Profit Roundtable Series,” 8 to 9:30 a.m., Center for Business Excellence, 49 Commerce Dr., Wyomissing, an interactive event focused on collaboration, connection and shared problem-solving. The first roundtable will center on the role of community calendars. Attendees will discuss best practices, identify gaps and consider new ways to streamline communication across the sector. Registration: greaterreading.org. Cost: $50 for members; $60 for non-members.

Monday June 29

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) hosts the next installment of its economic development webinar series: “Demystifying Economic Development Organizations,” 12 to 1 p.m., virtually via Zoom. This session will highlight the key organizations driving economic development in Berks County and how their efforts align. It will provide a clear understanding of who to call, when to engage, and how the system supports growth. Registration: greaterreading.org. Cost: Free to the public.

Wednesday July 15

Berks LaunchBox presents “Build It, Ship It, Learn: Real-World Software Development for Startups,” 6 to 8 p.m., in-person, at the Berks LaunchBox, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Suite 105, 201 Washington St., Reading. In this session, you’ll learn what it takes to go from idea to a real, working product. Jared Hoffa, a software developer and startup builder, will walk you through a practical, real-world approach to building in a startup environment—where speed, feedback, and iteration matter more than perfection.  Registration: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. Cost: Free to the public.

Wednesday July 29

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) hosts the next installment of its economic development webinar series: “Economic Development + PlaceMaking,” 12 to 1 p.m., virtually via Zoom. This session will explore the connection between economic development and placemaking. This conversation will focus on how communities leverage their unique assets to create places where people want to live, work, and invest. Registration: greaterreading.org. Cost: Free to the public.

Wednesday August 12

Berks LaunchBox presents “Canva for Beginners: Create Graphics + Customize AI Images,” 6 to 8 p.m., in-person, at the Berks LaunchBox, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Suite 105, 201 Washington St., Reading. In this hands-on beginner class, learn how to create simple, professional-looking graphics using Canva, even if you’ve never designed anything before. Michelle Hnath will lead the workshop, sharing practical techniques, design tips and hands-on demonstrations. Registration: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. Cost: Free to the public.

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