Podcasts about greater reading chamber

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Anthony Matz, founder of @BerksCoViews and a Reading-based social media strategist. Anthony partners with Visit Reading and the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce to help connect local businesses with the broader community through compelling digital storytelling.   Anthony's Social Medias: @BerksCountyViews @VisitWestReading @The_matzy _______________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Zilka & Co Brewing Supplies: https://zilkaandcompany.com/elementor-1120/   Brad Adelson - Technical Expert brad@zilkaandcompany.com 818-400-7323 _______________________________________ EPISODE NOTES: Mentioned Breweries Saucony Creek Brewing - Kutztown, PA Oakbrook Brewing Co - Reading, PA Pagoda City Brewing - Reading, PA Succession Fermentory - Philadelphia, PA Sly Fox Brewing - Wyomissing, PA Mentioned People Eric Webber - Founder of @MainlineViews Sam Mattiola - Co-Owner of the Boozy Mutt Allison Mattiola - Epi 4 - Co-Owner of the Boozy Mutt Josh Moore - Epi 9 - @JoshEatsPhilly - Philly Food Influencer Erik Arizmendi - Owner of Oakbrook Brewing & Taqueria Comalli Josh Shapiro - Epi 43 - Governor of Pennsylvania  Cole Decker - Co-Founder of BrewedAt Mentioned Businesses Brewer's Bar & Grill - West Reading Bar @WestChesterViews - Social Media Account  The Boozy Mutt - Epi 4 - Philadelphia Bar Barnaby's Restaurant & Pub - West Reading Bar Taqueria Comalli - West Reading Restaurant Greater Reading Chamber Alliance - Community Organization Franklin Station Brewpub - West Reading Bar 3rd & Spruce Drafthaus - West Reading Bar Takkii Ramen - West Reading Restaurant The Reading Eagle - Local Newspaper Enterprise Sports - Epi 46 - Sports Media Company FRESH Breakfast - West Reading Restaurant Bistro on Bridge - Phoenixville Restaurant The Railroad House - Sinking Spring Restaurant Jimmy G's Beverly Hills Tavern - West Reading Restaurant Legends Bar & Restaurant - West Reading Restaurant The Barley Mow Craft Beer House - West Reading Restaurant The Bar Cart - West Reading Cocktail Bar Trooper Thorn's Irish Beef House - West Reading Restaurant _______________________________________ What We Drank? Dark Lager Lager Oakbrook Brewing Co ---------------------------------- Paper Street Rice Lager | 3.8% By the Weekend ---------------------------------- _______________________________________ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠@brewedat ⁠⁠/ ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠BrewedAt Website: ⁠⁠www.brewedat.com

The Chamber has always played an integral roll in providing the Tools for Growth and Sustainability in Berks County for Business Owners.  What are the challenges w/ businesses over the past 2 years w/ the housing inventory issue?  Are they seeing any movement in local government in planning for more housing?  What Conversations are Happening around this topic?Keller Williams Platinum Realty Brad Weisman has been a Realtor since 1992 and proudly sponsors this podcast!

John L. Gronski, Major General (U.S. Army Retired) is founder and CEO of Leader Grove LLC, a keynote speaker, leadership seminar facilitator, executive coach, author, and director of the leadership academy for student-athletes at Lebanon Valley College. John is a Certified DISC Practitioner and he serves on the Academic Advisory Council for Penn State Great Valley School of Graduate Professional Studies. John has earned a superb reputation as a leadership and peak performance expert, a motivational storyteller, and a much sought-after speaker and leadership seminar facilitator. His presentations feature inspirational stories and wisdom gained from his own leadership experience and the experience of others. John has provided leadership assessments, training and/or keynote addresses to many large organizations and companies including NATO, General Dynamics, Nutanix, PNC Bank, the United States Army, the National Conference on Ethics in America at West Point, Pennsylvania National Guard, Greater Philadelphia Veterans Network, PECO Energy, Exelon, Comcast, the YMCA, the Freedom Alliance, Penn State University, Drexel University, Widener University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh, Wilkes University, Lebanon Valley College, Albert Einstein Health Network, Buckman’s Inc., Delaware Valley Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, Schlouch Inc., Boy Scouts of America, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, the Kulski Foundation, the USO, Rotary International, VFW, and the Young Presidents Organization. John is the author of the inspirational leadership book, “The Ride of Our Lives – Lessons on Life, Leadership, and Love”. The book tells the inspiring story about a family on a transformational journey as they bicycled across the USA. For full show notes, visit calwalters.me.  

About this Episode Today we are honored to host John L. Gronski, Major General (U.S. Army Retired) on the show.  John, is founder and CEO of Leader Grove LLC; an adjunct fellow with the Center for European Policy Analysis; and director of the leadership academy for student-athletes at Lebanon Valley College.  Today John will talk about Life, Leadership and Love. Key Points of Discussion John Gronski’s life story Involvement in Iraq Civilian Life Experience Importance of networking Civilian leadership as compared to military leadership Book on leadership Entrepreneurial aspects of writing a book Advice for the Veterans Key Milestones of this Episode [01:10] John Grosnki’s life story [05:12] Working experience in Iraq [06:29] Normal civilian life for Army veteran [09:26] Networking [12:45] Leadership; difference in Army and Civilian [16:45] Memorable adventure with family [20:03] Leadership book [24:24] Entrepreneurial aspects of writing a book [31:32] Advice for veterans [32:55] Talking about book reviews Key Quotes “Military creates more leaders than any other organization.” “Whether it be a story from experience I had in the military or a story from an experience I've had in the civilian sector, I try to use those military leadership principles and frame them in a story that almost anybody could understand.” “I think you really have to understand who your audience is and who you're speaking to.” “You have to be comfortable with making decisions and having the courage to make the decisions.” “Character really matters, and of course in the military, character based organizations and values are very important to us.” “You have to be true to your values even when your back is against the wall.” “If you're still in the military, you've get to start branding yourself and you really have to get a feel for what is your life purpose and you have to find something, if you're going to be an entrepreneur and get involved with a business, it has to be something that you're passionate about and I think if you could start doing those type of things, you know, Branding yourself, understanding what you believe, what your life purpose is, and then finding something you're passionate about. I think that really helps with the transition. About Our Guest   John is a leadership and peak performance expert, a motivational storyteller, and a much sought-after speaker and leadership seminar leader. His presentations feature inspirational stories and wisdom gained from his own leadership experience and the experience of others. John has provided leadership assessments, training and/or keynote addresses to many large organizations and companies including General Dynamics, the United States Army, the National Conference on Ethics in America at West Point, Pennsylvania National Guard, Greater Philadelphia Veterans Network, PECO Energy, Exelon, Comcast, , the YMCA, the Freedom Alliance, Penn State University, Drexel University, Widener University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Pittsburgh,  Wilkes University, Lebanon Valley College, Albert Einstein Health Network, Buckman’s Inc., Delaware Valley Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, Schlouch Inc., Boy Scouts of America, Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, the Kulski Foundation, the USO, Rotary International, VFW, and the Young Presidents Organization. John is the author of the inspirational leadership book, “The Ride of Our Lives – Lessons on Life, Leadership, and Love”. The book tells the inspiring story about a family on a transformational journey as they bicycled across the USA. This was 1983, no ubiquitous mobile phones, internet, email, Google, nor social media sites.  The closest thing to connectivity was a payphone along a dusty road. Through the journey they camped in a variety of places including farmer’s fields, state parks, behind churches and schools, town parks,

What is the sole motivator that drives her passion? Kirsten asks Pam Shupp, Executive Vice President, and COO at Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, about her journey, her love of Berks County and also what drives her to work as hard as she does on behalf of this fantastic county.

Bonnie Sussman-Versace grew up in her parent's retail clothing business, and founded FOCUSED, LLC, a consultancy focused on developing leaders, enhancing cultures and improving performance in businesses. Bonnie’s business and community leadership earned her many prestigious honors, including the PA Department of Economic Development “PA Best 50 Women in Business;”the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce “Small Business of the Year” and Lehigh Valley Business “Women of Influence.” https://focusedllc.net/recipe-book/

Karen Marsdale interviews Jobany Bedoya, Small Business Coordinator for the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance, they discuss the invaluable support that they are providing to the Small Business and Entrepreneurs including the Spanish Community. Watch or Listen to this great interview and learn how you can take advantage of this free support that GRCA is providing.

Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry present Member Spotlight - Meet Ted Tressler, Cpt. In 2015, The Salvation Army celebrated its international 150th anniversary! Learn more about this dynamic non-profit here!

Dan talks to Ellen Albright, Communications Director for the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry. They talk about an event that Dan participated in and Ellen helps put together called the Young Leadership Conference. Over 300 high school students participate in this day long conference and get to hang out with business leaders from the community. Cool event, great interview!

Dan talks to Ellen Albright, Communications Director for the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry. They talk about an event that Dan participated in and Ellen helps put together called the Young Leadership Conference. Over 300 high school students participate in this day long conference and get to hang out with business leaders from the community. Cool event, great interview!

Randy Peers is the new leader of the Greater Reading Chamber and Economic Development Corporation or the GRCEDC. They are looking for a new name by the way, something that rolls off the tongue a bit easier! Randy is charged with integrating the Greater Reading Chamber of Business and Economic Development, Greater Reading Economic Partnership and the Greater Berks Development Fund into one umbrella organization. Randy says t the financing arm in the mix strengthens the capacity to expand business attraction, and business development and makes Reading and Berks is really innovative. Randy talks about what motivated him to relocate from New York where he ran the Brooklyn Chamber and a job training organization for disconnected youth. He shares some more personal reasons that drew him to this area and his biggest surprise when he came here. Randy notes that the biggest advantage for him in this challenge is the fact that he is not from this area. It allows him to tackle the challenge of integrating 3 organizations without any preconceived notions shading his perspective. Randy says themes have emerged and one of them is – “The city of Reading really does matter!” Randy speaks to the difference between collaboration and integration and is energized and excited for the potential for change.

The tables are turned and Dan is interviewed by the CEO of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce! They talk all things BIG, BIG Vision that is!

The tables are turned and Dan is interviewed by the CEO of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce! They talk all things BIG, BIG Vision that is!

Member Spotlight Meet Connie Faylor, Regional Manager for Ben Franklin Technology Partners – NE PA, is excited about the growth of businesses in Berks and beyond! Hear more in this interview with Mark Dolinski, Director – Business Services, Greater Reading Chamber.

Member Spotlight Meet Terri Lampe is the Business Development Manager of the Manufacturers Resource Center. Hear about her work with the MRC in this interview with Mark Dolinski, Director – Business Services, Greater Reading Chamber.

Member Spotlight Meet Zachary Haupt, Continental Tide Defense Systems, sat down with Mark Dolinski, Director – Business Services with the Greater Reading Chamber, to discuss their growing business with roots firmly planted in Berks! This video is part of a series in celebration of October’s Manufacturing Month!

What does SCORE and the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry have in common? A lot! Gail Landis, Vice President of Government & Community Relations says, “We work together to help business start-ups, early stage and second stage existing businesses.” Right now, the best way to explain what is happening with businesses these days is to say there is an entrepreneurial eco-culture happening and SCORE is a vital part of it. Listen to Gail’s conversation to find out more. If you have a burning desire to begin a business, make SCORE your best kept secret. We're just a phone call away, 610-376-3497. You’ll find us tucked away in the corner of the Chamber offices on the fifth floor of The Gateway Building, 201 Penn Street in Reading.

Crystal Seitz, President, Go Greater Reading speaks to Ellen Horan, President and CEO of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce about the importance of tourism in Greater Reading!

Listen to this great inteview by Lucine Sihelnick and Ellen Horan, CEO and President of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development. Find out why the Penn Street Market experience is crucial in her role to help develop local business and stimulate economy as they support the revitalization of downtown Reading.

Join us this issue as we talk with Ellen Horan, CEO and President of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development. Find out why the Penn Street Market experience is crucial in her role to help develop local business and stimulate economy as they support the revitalization of downtown Reading.

Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry Ellen Horan speaks to Barry Schlouch about his journey to becoming a successful business owner in Greater Reading.

Dan Clouser talks to Liz McCauley about why the Chamber is a huge fan and supporter of Big Vision Foundation.

Dan Clouser talks to Liz McCauley about why the Chamber is a huge fan and supporter of Big Vision Foundation.

Ellen Horan speaks to Rob Wolf about his journey to creating LaunchDM!

Ellen Horan speaks to Emmett Lien about his highs and lows of being in business.

Ellen Horan, President and CEO of Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry kicks off their premier podcast - Member Spotlight - by introducing you to Hamid Chaudhry!

Dan talks to Ellen Horan, President of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce about the mixer he is hosting at the Dedication Ceremony on April 19!!

Dan talks to Ellen Horan, President of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce about the mixer he is hosting at the Dedication Ceremony on April 19!!

Suzy grew up in Northwest Reading, attended Reading Sr.High School and later graduated from Kutztown University in 1993 with a BFA in Communication Design. Suzy has always had a passion for art, she started designing logos as early as high school. Her first printed design was an album and cassette cover in 1991 for her now business partner, Brad Weisman. A lot has changed in the graphic and print industry over the years, but her passion and creativity for design has not. Suzy enjoys designing and creatively working with her team to produce eye catching images. Suzy currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry, sits on the Advisory Board for Greater Reading Young Professionals, Co-Chairperson for the Cystic Fibrosis Valentine’s Gala, Restaurant host for “A Good Thyme for Life” benefiting the Co-County Wellness Services, Past Vice President and Director-at-Large for Reading Civic Theatre. Suzy supports many non-profit organizations in the Greater Reading area. Being involved in the community is a great way gain experience and grow your network. Three things you may not know about me: “I’m not a fan of cooking, not big on ‘chick flicks’ or scary movies, but love ghost stories and tours. And lastly…I absolutely love the fact that I can bring my dog, Maya, to work with me everyday.”