Chamber Membership
We provide members with the tools, savings and access to connections to build a better business.
Development
We lead the way in fostering business growth, employee retention and training, and talent attraction.
Advocacy
We are the beacon for pro-business policies. Guiding businesses to interact with lawmakers and engage their employees in advocacy work.
Events & Resources
We are the catalyst for creating meaningful business relationships through networking events, signature events, programming and more!
we are greater together
We are the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance. We provide businesses with the resources they need to build, grow and thrive. Making connections, advocating for free enterprise and developing our community is our business.
Our Work Adds Up
“Sweet Street became a GRCA member to increase engagement with fellow businesses in the community. A key benefit of membership is the various educational programs offered. Many Sweet Street employees have increased their skills and advanced their careers through supervisory and leadership training programs. Over 300 employees have participated in this training, with a total of 900 courses completed. This investment demonstrates our belief in how meaningful the GRCA courses are.”
Deb Antol, Director of Human Resources
Sweet Street Desserts, Member since 1996
Event Calendar
Legislative Roundtable (May 2026)
Legislative Roundtable: Healthcare Workforce Pipeline from Education to Employment in Berks County In partnership with the Healthcare Industry Partnership, join us for a focused discussion on strengthening Berks County’s healthcare workforce pipeline, featuring Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack of the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Sen. Judy Schwank, and Rep. David Zimmerman. This conversation will explore…
Girls Fastpitch Softball 10U TROPICAL SNO
Girls Fastpitch Softball 10U TROPICAL SNO
Intro to Excel – June 2026
Intermediate Excel – June 2026
Legislative Roundtable (May 2026)
Legislative Roundtable: Healthcare Workforce Pipeline from Education to Employment in Berks County In partnership with the Healthcare Industry Partnership, join us for a focused discussion on strengthening Berks County’s healthcare workforce pipeline, featuring Executive Deputy Secretary Kristen Rodack of the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Sen. Judy Schwank, and Rep. David Zimmerman. This conversation will explore…
Intro to Excel – June 2026
Intermediate Excel – June 2026
Breakfast4Success – Never Ever, Ever Give Up (Jun. 2026)
Advanced Excel – June 2026
From the Blog
Workforce Trends Reshaping 2026
By Keith Stamm, Director of Workforce Development, GRCA The workforce landscape in 2026 is evolving rapidly as organizations adapt to technological change, labor shortages, shifting employee …
Celebrating Small Business in Greater Reading
Why Small Businesses Matter When small businesses succeed, our community grows stronger. Building the Foundation for Success Strong businesses start with strong planning. …
In the News
From rejection to orbit: Massimino headlines GRCA Annual Dinner honoring 70 local businesses
The Greater Reading Chamber Alliance (GRCA) last night celebrated the vitality of the Berks County business community at its 113th Annual Dinner held at the Santander Arena. More than 700 people …