Chamber Chat

Season 7 with Special Guest: Eileen Dautrich, President of The TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce

Please join us for Tricounty Area Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat with Special Guest: Navid Moosa, Manager at EXP Realty, LLC - Pottstown

Barry Isett & Associates, Inc., a well-respected multi-discipline engineering and related services consulting firm, has received a number of recognitions for being a good place to work:Best Place to Work in PA in 2019 and 2020; Morning Call Top Workplaces annually since 2013 (with special recognition for work-life balance); Recipient of the Societas Award for Responsible Corporate Conduct . Kim Kyra, PHR, Human Resources Director for Barry Isett, joined us on Chamber Chat's July 14th episode to dive into what Barry Isett does to maintain an outstanding company culture and be a great workplace for employees. She also shared some current employment opportunities that are available with the firm - come work at one of the best places to work! To learn more about Barry Isett & Associates: https://www.barryisett.com/ Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

Jim Crawford leverages a military background as well as 24+ years in sales management, sales leadership, and experience managing a $100 million+ sales organization to help people accomplish their real estate goals. Looking to buy your next home, sell, invest, or more?  Learn how Jim can help you and deliver results from our July 12 episode of TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat. Learn more about Jim/Better Homes & Garden Real Estate at http://www.jimcrawfordrealestate.com. Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

Reading Royals is celebrating their 20th anniversary season and has an exciting schedule ahead! Hear all about it on our July 7th episode of TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat with Tammy Dahms, Director of Corporate Sales & Sponsorships for Santander Arena & Reading Royals. To learn more about the Reading Royals: https://www.royalshockey.com/ To learn more about Santander Arena: https://www.santander-arena.com/ Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

On the June 30 episode of TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat we welcomed Danielle McCoy, Principal of Pottstown High School Danielle discussed... ✅ Returning to school after the Covid shut down, ✅ Preparing students for success after high school, ✅ Pottstown High School's opportunities for high achievers To learn more about Pottstown School District - https://www.pottstownschools.org/ Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

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TriCounty Area Chamber President, Eileen Dautrich, joined Chamber Chat on Monday, June 21 to talk about everything new and exciting about the 2021-2022 Chamber program year! Learn more about the TriCounty Area Chamber's impact and how they could help your business!  TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce: tricountyareachamber.com Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

June is pride month. Join us for TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat as we welcome guest Annalisa Smithson LPC, NCC of Unleashed Counseling who will be talking about what it means to be an LGBTQ-affirming practice and why mental health matters so much for folks in the LGBTQ community.  To learn more about Unleashed Counseling: https://unleashedcounseling.com/ Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

You likely know about American Red Cross's prominent programs: blood donations and disaster response. Did you know they also offer a variety of programs for emergency preparedness? The organization strives to educate civilians on how to properly prepare for emergency situations and disasters. Tune into this episode of Chamber Chat with Jennifer Graham, Executive Director of American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania - Delaware Valley Chapter to learn more about how American Red Cross helps civilians become more resilient in the face of hardships. To learn more about the Delaware Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross - http://www.redcross.org/philly Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

Pottstown and Phoenixville residents, Have you ever tuned into 98.5 FM during your drives? If you have, you've likely heard a mix of classics from the decades and the voice of John Ralston, Chief Marketing Officer of WXPM Radio 98.5 FM. John brought his on-air personality to the June 7 episode of TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce's Chamber Chat from to tell us all about the radio station, their commitment to the community, and how they're looking to expand and adapt to new technologies to make the show and experience even greater.  Learn more about 98.5 FM WXPM Phoenixville - http://wxpm.org Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

In the 2019 Pottstown Hospital Community Health Needs Assessment, one of the top identified health needs was increased access to healthcare for the homeless population. Pottstown Hospital - Tower Health jumped into action to address this need, launching its new Street Medicine program, which works to provide primary and urgent care to the homeless population of Pottstown. On this episode of Chamber Chat, Casey Fenoglio, MPH, CHES shares more on the Street Medicine program and how it's bridging the gap between the homeless and healthcare. Learn more about the Street Medicine program: https://towerhealth.org/articles/tower-health-medical-group-and-access-services-partner-bring-street-medicine-pottstown Learn more about Pottstown Hospital - Tower Health: https://towerhealth.org/locations/pottstown-hospital Learn more about Chamber Chat: https://www.tricountyareachamber.com/news-releases---publications/chamber-chat.aspx

Prenuptial agreements can be a daunting subject - but it's crucial to know and understand just how important they are. Liz Billies, Family Law Attorney of Dischell Bartle Dooley Law Offices, joins us on Chamber Chat to share the basics of prenuptial agreements, why they're especially important for business owners, and the important role a lawyer plays in writing an agreement. Learn more about Chamber Chat at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Despite a challenging 2020, Pottstown has a very bright future ahead. Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director of Pottstown Area Industrial Development (PAID), Inc., walks the audience through PAID's recently-released 2020 Annual Report that primarily highlights the resilience of the Pottstown business community in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. She also shares some exciting upcoming projects and what's to come for PAID's revitalization efforts. Learn more about PAID Connect with Peggy Learn more about Chamber Chat

Kristi Gage shares the history of the woman-owned and family-owned business Gage Personnel, how COVID-19 has impacted their industry, and how they help effectively match employers and job seekers. Connect with Kristi Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Human resources goes far beyond payroll and employee benefits. Kim Mack of HR Intended tells us just how important it is for businesses to have their human resources properly managed, from employees and payroll to legal matters and more. Kim also shares what small businesses have learned about the management of their businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how she helps businesses adapt and stay updated during constant changes. Connect with Kim Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Jessica Zeigler-Cihlar, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, NCARB joins us on Chamber Chat to share how her passion for architecture was sparked, her extensive experience in architecture and preservation, and what led her to become Founder and Principal Architect of Village Architecture & Preservation. Jessica is passionate about helping her clients identify long-term goals for building use and providing creative approaches to a variety of needs. Connect with Jessica Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Terese Brittingham, Broker & Owner of Keller Williams Realty Group - Brittingham McCouch Sales Team, joins us on Chamber Chat to share what makes her team the #1 realty group in western Montgomery County. At the end of the episode, Terese also shares an important message about the current state of the real estate market and historically low interest rates. If you're looking to buy or sell your home but are feeling hesitant due to the current circumstances, Terese and her team are here to help you.  Connect with Terese Learn more about the Brittingham McCouch sales team Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Jenna Armato thrives on helping others reach their full potential and grow within their personal and professional lives. We chatted with Jenna to hear about her journey to becoming a Growth & Success Coach and how she empowers and inspires others to overcome challenges and grow in all areas of their life. We also got a sneak peak of the Leadership Game, a tool that Jenna uses to help individuals and businesses facilitate growth and success. Connect with Jenna Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

"All things are possible if you believe" is Coach Adrean Turner's motto that drives everything she does. Adrean is an author, leadership coach, speaker, professional development trainer and business consultant who left a corporate career to pursue her passion of supporting others to become their best selves and live a life of fulfillment and purpose. Adrean shares how she discovered her purpose and took the leap of faith to leave the security of her corporate career, how she discovered her true purpose, and the importance of having a strong support system. Connect with Adrean Learn more about Adrean's services Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website a