Business Weekly Agenda for June 6

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Jun. 6—Wednesday June 14

Montgomery County Community College's Workforce Development Division will host its annual "Workforce Development Business Roundtable," 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., virtually via Zoom. Keynote speaker for the event is Jeff Cox, economics editor for CNBC, who will discuss the U.S. economy and key points of interest. The roundtable will also discuss the advantages of WEDnetPA, the college's MontcoWorks Apprenticeship program and the county's current labor market information. Registration: https://mc3-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lEuZ_0bXTCWro1rS5IHLIA. This webinar is free to the public.

Wednesday June 14

The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce will host its "Economic Development Update for the Keystone State," 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve, Phoenixville, 100 Golf Club Dr. The event will feature Luke Bernstein, president and CEO of the PA Chamber of Business and Industry providing the keynote. Berks County Commissioner Christian Leinbach will also give an update on the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority. Registration is required: www.tricountyareachamber.com. Cost: $55 for TCACC members, $110 for non-members.

Thursday June 15

The Manufacturers Resource Center will host "Preventing and Managing Violence in the Workplace," 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Manufacturers Resource Center, 7200A Windsor Dr., Allentown. The course will cover methods for verbally mediating or diffusing aggressive behaviors. Participants will learn about workplace violence prevention policies and explore various preventative options. The course will also discuss active threat scenarios and provide awareness of mitigating actions and potential lifesaving techniques. Full description and registration can be found at: www.mrcpa.org/events Contact: Diane Lewis at diane.lewis@mrcpa.org or 610-628-4578 Cost: $495 per person

Wednesday June 28

Berks LaunchBox presents a webinar, "Marketing Success Blueprint — Learn Backwards Design Strategy to Achieve Your Goals," 6 to 8 p.m., held at Berks LaunchBox, Suite 105 in the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts, 201 Washington St., Reading. In this program, led by Marquise Richards, an award-winning podcaster, content creator and producer, participants will learn how to set measurable goals, create a timeline, and assess their progress along the way. Whether launching a new product or trying to boost sales for your existing business, this seminar will provide you with a blueprint to achieve your marketing goals. To register: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. This workshop is free to the public.

Thursday July 13

Berks LaunchBox presents a webinar "Master Your Social Media with Time-Saving Tools & Techniques," 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., virtually via Zoom. In this program, led by Brooke Miles, founder of Delaware ShoutOut, a social media training firm, attendees will learn how to streamline their social media marketing program while upgrading the quality of their posts and increasing exposure. To register: https://sites.psu.edu/berkslaunchbox/updates/. This workshop is free to the public.

Every second Tuesday

The SHRM Berks County Chapter will meet virtually from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Meeting includes a presentation on a relevant HR topic. Visit www.berkspa.shrm.org for details.

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