Wednesday August 26

Berks LaunchBox and the Small Business Resource Association will host “Entrepreneur Networking at ThornAlley Kitchen,” 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thorn Alley Kitchen at GoggleWorks, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts  Suite 105, Reading. Connect with local startups, small business owners, and entrepreneurs while enjoying appetizers and meeting new faces in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Weather permitting, the event will be in the outdoor seating area. If needed, the event will move indoors. Appetizers and water are included, additional beverages will be available for purchase. Registration: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/  Cost: Free event

Wednesday September 2

The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its “REACH Conference – Sixth Annual,” 12 to 5 p.m., RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve, 100 Gold Club Drive, Phoenixville.  The conference features three impactful sessions, networking opportunities, and experiences created to help you grow both personally and professionally, and the REACH Awards. Keynote speaker is Erika Rothenberger, speaking on “The Audacity That Builds You.” Registration: https://tricountyareachamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/864503. Cost: $150 per person.

Wednesday September 9

Berks LaunchBox presents “Calm in the Chaos: Stress Reduction for Entrepreneurs,” 6 to 8 p.m., in-person, at the Berks LaunchBox, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Suite 105, 201 Washington St., Reading. This interactive workshop combines practical stress-management strategies in the first hour with a guided Zentangle experience in the second hour to help entrepreneurs reflect, problem-solve, slow down, and recharge. Registration: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. Cost: Free to the public.

Tuesday September 15

Berks LaunchBox presents “LaunchTalk: Connect & Inspire – Hispanic Heritage Month Networking Edition,” 6 to 8 p.m., at the Berks LaunchBox, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Suite 105, 201 Washington St., Reading. The evening will begin with a short presentation on how to effectively introduce yourself and your business, followed by an interactive networking activity inspired by speed dating. Whether you’re a business owner, professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this event is designed to help you build confidence, strengthen networking skills, and expand your network. Registration: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. Cost: Free to the public.

Tuesday September 22

The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its “Membership Meeting: Mastering Meetings,” 8 to 9:30 a.m., Spring Hollow Golf Club and Preserve, 3350 Schuylkill Road, Spring City.  This interactive session will teach you practical facilitation techniques to keep discussions focused, participants engaged, and outcomes actionable all while making meetings enjoyable. The event will also serve as the chamber’s annual meeting. Registration: https://tricountyareachamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/864551. Cost: $40  for members; $70 for non-members.

Thursday September 24

Reading Hospital and Junior League of Reading will host “Empowered Leadership Conference: Self-Care, Connection, and Courageous Leadership,” 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., DoubleTree by Hilton Reading, 701 Penn St., Reading. Professionals that spend their days leading, supporting, serving and caring for others are invited to this full-day professional development conference. Keynote speaker is Dr. Maiysha Clairborne, an internationally recognized physician, executive leadership coach, and trauma-informed leadership expert, who brings a science-based, practical approach to leadership, burnout prevention, trust, and psychological safety. Registration: http://www.jlreading.org/dr-maiysha/  Cost: $100.

Monday September 28

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance hosts “AI For Business: Get Started Before Your Competitors Do,” 12 to 1:30 p.m., Center for Business Excellence, 49 Commerce Drive, Wyomissing. In this session, see how AI handles every day work like customer emails, common questions and long documents. Attendees will learn to use it without putting their business or customers’ information at risk. Registration: greaterreading.org. Cost: $50 for members; $75 for non-members.

Wednesday October 14

The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) hosts its 2026 Women2Women — Evening of Empowerment, “Unscripted Impact: Shaping Success in the Absence of a Blueprint,” 5:30 to 8 p.m., Redner’s Event Center, 2024 Centre Ave., Reading. Keynote speaker Shavonnia Corbin-Johnson will share insights on what it means to lead, grow and make an impact without having all the answers mapped out ahead. She’ll share insights on navigating uncertainty, embracing resilience and creating opportunities even when the path forward feels unclear. Registration: greaterreading.org. Cost: $75 for members; $95 for non-members.

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