Thursday March 5<\/p>\n
The Career Professional Executive Networking Group Reading will host a \u201cNetworking Group Meeting,\u201d 6 to 8 p.m., in-person, Burkey Construction, 508 Morgantown Road, Reading. This is the first meeting since the social, and is in a new location. Attendees should use the door next to the flag pole when they arrive. Registration: https:\/\/cpengroup.wildapricot.org\/event-6526435\/Registration<\/a>. For more information contact Glenn Miller, 717-887-7539.<\/p>\n Friday March 6<\/p>\n The Small Business Resource Association is hosting an \u201cBreakfast Referral Club at B2 Bistro,\u201d 7:30 to 9 a.m., at B2 Bistro, 701 Reading Ave., West Reading. Registration: https:\/\/www.sbrassociation.com\/register-b2-bistro<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tuesday March 10<\/p>\n The Schmidt Training and Technology Center at Reading Area Community College\u00a0 will host Berks SHRM chapter\u2019s presentation of \u201cStrategic Workforce Development: Technology, Training and Talent,\u201d The event begins at 7 a.m. with coffee and breakfast, with the presentation starting at 7:30 a.m. For additional information and registration please email berkschapter179@gmail.com by Monday, March 2. Cost: $23 for Berks SHRM members\/$25 for non-members.<\/p>\n Friday March 20<\/p>\n The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, will host its \u201cState of the County 2026,\u201d 7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Abraham Lincoln, 100 N. 5th St., Reading. GRCA\u2019s State of the County is the new,\u00a0annual civic briefing on Berks County\u2019s economy and development. The program features a data-driven presentation by the Center for Regional Analysis from\u00a0EDC\u00a0Lancaster County, followed by a panel discussion with the Berks County Commissioners, who will examine\u00a0county-level economic trends, priorities\u00a0and opportunities. Registration: greaterreading.org<\/a>. Cost: $50 for members, $65 for non-members.<\/p>\n Wednesday March 25<\/p>\n Berks LaunchBox presents \u201choneygrow\u2019s Founder on Failure, Pivots, and Building What Lasts,\u201d 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., in-person, Penn State Berks, Perkins Student Center, Lion\u2019s Den (Room 101). The session will feature Justin Rosenberg, founder of honeygrow and Penn State alumnus, as he shares the real story behind building a fast growing restaurant brand. The event is designed to give startups and students practical insight into navigating uncertainty and making smarter decisions as ideas evolve. Registration: https:\/\/sites.psu.edu\/berkslaunchbox\/updates\/<\/a>. Cost: Free to the public.<\/p>\n Thursday March 26<\/p>\n The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce with present its \u201cBoyertown Area Progress Dinner,\u201d 5 to 8:30 p.m., La Massaria at Bella Vista, 2901 Fagleysville Road, Gilbertsville. Join the chamber in celebrating the Boyertown area. The chamber will present the James K. Boyer Quality of Life Award. Registration: https:\/\/tricountyareachamber.chambermaster.com\/eventregistration\/register\/864504<\/a>. Cost: $100 for members; $200 for non-members.<\/p>\n Thursday March 26<\/p>\n Berks LaunchBox presents \u201cHow to Attract and Retain Customers,\u201d 6 to 7 p.m., virtual via Zoom in Spanish. In this workshop, attendees will learn what market research is, how to use it to make strategic decisions, and how the Kutztown Small business Development Center can support them \u2013 free of charge. Registration: https:\/\/sites.psu.edu\/berkslaunchbox\/updates\/<\/a>. Cost: Free to the public.<\/p>\n Monday March 30<\/p>\n The Schmidt Training and Technology Center at Reading Area Community College will host its \u201cFundamentals of Project Management\u201d workshop from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.\u00a0 This project management course offers a fundamental look into the key best practices of project management. The course is delivered over two sessions \u2013 March 30 and April 6 \u2013 with in- and out-of-class activities. Participants learn how to plan a project and then lead the project to a successful delivery. Full workshop description and registration can be found at www.racc.edu\/events\/project-management<\/a> or call Pandora Mazzo at 610-372-4721 ext. 5312. Cost: $825<\/p>\n Tuesday April 7<\/p>\n The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce will host a \u201cMembership Breakfast: Succession Planning Panel,\u201d 8 to 9:30 a.m., Spring Hollow Golf Club, 3550 Schuylkill Road, Spring City. This breakfast event will feature a keynote address from\u00a0A.D. Moyer Lumber owner, Alex Moyer, followed by a four-person panel discussion designed to provide a comprehensive view of the succession planning process. Attendees will gain practical, actionable insights from experienced professionals who understand the financial, legal, and operational complexities involved in business transitions. Registration: https:\/\/tricountyareachamber.chambermaster.com\/eventregistration\/register\/864549<\/a>. Cost: $40 for members; $70 for non-members.<\/p>\n Wednesday April 8<\/p>\n Berks LaunchBox presents \u201cFrom Self-Doubt to Self-Belief: Tools to Move Forward When Your Inner Voice Holds You back,\u201d 6 to 8 p.m., in-person, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, Suite 105, 201 Washington St., Reading. Led by Tess Doran, artist and director of retail and visitor experience, GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, this workshop focuses on believing in yourself. Registration: https:\/\/sites.psu.edu\/berkslaunchbox\/updates\/<\/a>. Cost: Free to the public.<\/p>\n Thursday April 9<\/p>\n De Mujer a Mujer, a special program of the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA), is will welcome Pennsylvania state Rep. Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz as the keynote speaker of its next event, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Centro Hispano \u2013 Casa de la Amistad Center, 201 Penn St., Reading. Cepeda-Freytiz will speak on Encuentra Tu Voz: Habla con Seguridad y Prop\u00f3sito (Finding Your Voice: Speaking with Confidence & Purpose). She will share insights on public speaking, assertiveness and self-advocacy, drawing from her journey as an entrepreneur and elected official. Registration: greaterreading.org<\/a>. Cost: $20 for members; $25 for non-members.<\/p>\n Every second Tuesday<\/p>\n