October 15, 2025 – TECH360 – Tap into Tomorrow! 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Penn State Great Valley Conference Center

Join us and explore multiple sessions across industries—from manufacturing and product development to music and law—and walk away with strategies you can apply in your organization.

Why TECH360?

  • Learn from case studies across industries—music, law, manufacturing, and product innovation—and see what strategies work.
  • Participate in interactive sessions to address real-world challenges, uncover solutions, and leave with actionable ideas.
  • Connect with peers, tech leaders, and innovators to gain perspectives that will inform your AI adoption strategy.

Reserve your spot at TECH360 Today! ITAG TECH360 Tickets, Wed, Oct 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM | Eventbrite

November 1, 2025 – Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology (GETT) Expo – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology® (GETT) began as a one-day conference in Chester County, Pennsylvania in 2001 as a response to the under-representation of young women in the computer and information technology fields.

Since that time, the GETT Expo has expanded its geographical footprint to include students from all around Southeastern Pennsylvania and now showcases the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM).

GETT Expo 2025 is on November 1 at the Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks learn how to become a sponsor, host an exhibit and more at Programs – Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology

September 30 (Pittsburgh), October 1 (Harrisburg), October 2 (Philadelphia) Contractor Heat Pump Trainings

HEAT PUMP TRAININGS
Supporting Pennsylvania contractors learn about cold climate heat pumps
Join us at one of our three free, in-person Heat Pump Training Summits designed to help contractors succeed in the fast-growing heat pump industry.

What to Expect
Hands-on training in heat pump installation
-Expert-led sessions from top industry professionals
-Networking opportunities with fellow contractors
-Strategies to grow your customer base and build trust
-Complimentary breakfast and lunch

Program Schedule
7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Dates & Locations
Pittsburgh – Tuesday, September 30 – Register here for Pittsburgh
Harrisburg – Wednesday, October 1 – Register here for Harrisburg
Philadelphia – Thursday, October 2 – Register here for Philadelphia

Presented in partnership by Energy Efficiency Alliance & Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnership
Questions? Contact Ava Robert, aroberts@keealliance.org

September 16, 2025 – Employer Breakfast with The Welcoming Center

I’d like to invite you to The Welcoming Center’s Employer Breakfast on Tuesday, September 16, from 9:00–11:00 AM at Resurrection Church (123 S. 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103).

This gathering will bring together business leaders for a morning of connection, insight, and shared purpose.

We are honored to feature the following panelists:

  • Alice Fei, Vice President, Human Resources – Comcast
  • Erin Horn, Vice President, Consumer Banking Market Leader – Bank of America
  • Shedia R. Laguer, Ed.D., Manager, Office of Inclusion and Belonging – CHOP

Why attend?

  • Immigration & Labor Legal Guidance – Practical insights from an expert attorney
  • Exclusive Report Preview – Early access to findings from our regional immigration report
  • Employer Stories – Real-world examples of how inclusive hiring strengthens businesses
  • Partnership Pathways – Explore opportunities to build a more inclusive, high-performing workforce

We would be thrilled to have you join us for this inspiring conversation.

Click Here to Register:

Employer Partnership Breakfast Tickets, Tue, Sep 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

Employer Partnership Breakfast – Eventbrite

Eventbrite – The Welcoming Center presents Employer Partnership Breakfast – Friday, September 19, 2025 at 211 N 13th St, Philadelphia, PA. Find event and ticket information.

www.eventbrite.com

We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful conversation and opportunity to connect!

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Ana Abrao Riccomi | Employer Partnership Coordinator

The Welcoming Center

ariccomi@welcomingcenter.org | 215.557.2856

211 N 13th ST, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107

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September, 2025 – Act 129 webinars from the Energy Efficiency Alliance (EEA)

News below from our partners at KEEA Alliance regarding EEA Act 129 that may be of value to our HVAC and General Energy Efficiency contractors:

Thank you for your support of EEA programming! We are pleased to share the following resources with you:

Interested in learning more about Act 129? Check out:

 

Grant Opportunities from District Office of State Representative Melissa L. Shusterman PA-157

Department of Environmental Protection: Driving PA Forward Initiative: Pennsylvania Freight Innovations in Transportation (PA-FIT) Grant Program

Who May Apply: Businesses, non-profits, state, local or tribal government agencies, air quality or transportation organizations, metropolitan or rural/regional planning organizations, or federal government agencies.

Use: To replace or retrofit fleet diesel-powered highway and non-road vehicles, engines and equipment.
Funds:
$23 million in federal funding is available.

Application Deadline: November 14, 2025

More information: DEP Website

Department of Environmental Protection: Small Business Advantage Grant Program

Who May Apply: Pennsylvania-based small businesses

Use: Adopt processes or acquire equipment which results in energy efficiency, pollution prevention, and natural resource protection.
Funds:
Funding can range from 50% or $7,500 (whichever is less) up to 80% or $12,000 (whichever is less) and will vary depending on environmental impact and project location. A total of $1 million is available in this round of funding.

Application Deadline: March 13, 2026, or whenever funds are exhausted.

More information: DEP website

September 18, 2025 – Employer Workshops to Help Build the Capacity of Your Workforce from PA CareerLink®

PA CareerLink® Chester County is pleased to offer two NEW workshop opportunities as part of our CareerLink Awareness Day offerings for Employers and their staff. These workshops are designed to help build the capacity of your workforce and provide a deeper understanding on two important topics to employers: Business Continuity/Succession Planning Best Practices for Ensuring Workplace Safety. These workshops are FREE to attend! To register for these workshops and for more detailed information please visit the links below:

September 18, 2025 – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm  Business Continuity & Succession Planning (Presented by Steel Valley Authority & SEW)

September 18, 2025 – 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm  Ensuring Workplace Safety – Best Practices for Employers (Presented by Chester County Department of Emergency Services)

August 28, 2025 – SEI Board congratulates Steve Krug for years of service as Chair and transition to Immediate Past Board Chair

We’re excited to accept A. Stevens Krug to the SEI board as our Immediate Past Chair. Steve Krug has been a critical asset and partner with the CCEDC and its SEI initiative, having participated in 157 events and volunteering at least 240 hours to our Smart Energy Initiative.

Krug’s history with SEI runs deep – he’s served on the SEI board since 2015 and was chair from 2021-2025. His additional duties include serving as Programming Chair and as a member of various Working Groups and on the Training Committee. Steve has contributed to the Power Task Force and was a driving force in increasing SEI’s social media presence. We’re looking forward to the ways Steve Krug will continue to highlight and develop SEI through his new position.

August 28, 2025 – SEI Board appoints new positions in leadership

SEI is excited to have Kevin (Kai) Wong as the new Chair of SEI! Kevin had previously served as SEI Program Committee Chair and later, Vice Chair of SEI. He is also among nine new members who were elected to the CCEDC Board of Directors. Congratulations, Kevin!

The SEI Board also congratulations Michael R. Cromer, P.G., DBIA, ENV SP Vice-Chair, and Tijo Mathew Joseph Program Chair.

In welcoming the new board members, Mike Grigalonis, President & COO, Chester County Economic Development Council, said their experience “will bring exactly the expertise needed to accelerate economic growth in Chester County. Their diverse backgrounds will help us deliver even more value to our business community; while driving the kind of bold innovation our region needs to stay competitive in the global marketplace.”

Pictured from left to right are: Denny Howell Sr., President, Howell Engineering; CJ Witherspoon, Founder, 3 Spoons; Brian Stocker; Vice President, Human Resources, West Pharmaceuticals; Lauren Ranalli, President & CEO, First Resource Bank; Jim Danna, Senior Vice President, WSFS; and Kevin Wong SEI Board Chair and General Manager, Emergent Solutions. Not Pictured: Kevin Traynor, President & COO, JGM; Susan Springsteen, CEO, H2O Connected; and Kevin Whitlow, Chester County Workforce Development Board Chair and Laborers’ Local 413 Organizer for Laborer’s District Council of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington and Vicinity.

September 25, 2025 – Job Fair – Fall Meet and Greet for Engineering and Computer Science employers, 3-5:00 PM

The School of Engineering and Computer Science at Elizabethtown College invites you to join us for our Fall Meet and Greet. This smaller-scale event offers employers a more personal opportunity to connect with our students. Due to space limitations, we are capping the event at 35 employers, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot.

Fall Meet and Greet with the School of Engineering and Computer Science
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: KAV, Brossman Student Center, Elizabethtown College

Important Deadlines:

  • Registration Deadline: September 5, 2025
  • Payment Due: September 11, 2025

Included with Registration:

  • One high-top table
  • Registration for two recruiters

As you complete your registration, please be sure to fill out all sections of the form, especially:

  • The majors and major groups you’re hoping to connect with, including STEM areas beyond Engineering and Computer Science
  • Whether you’re able to employ international students
  • Names and titles of attending representatives, and whether any are Elizabethtown College alumni

This information helps us create detailed student guides and ensures we’re directing the most relevant students to your table.

Elizabethtown College’s School of Engineering and Computer Science offers a unique blend of technical expertise and a strong liberal arts foundation. Our multidisciplinary Engineering program prepares students to work collaboratively across a range of fields. As a KEEN partner institution, we also emphasize the development of an entrepreneurial mindset—encouraging curiosity, building connections, and creating value in real-world contexts.

We look forward to welcoming you to campus! If you have any questions or require special accommodations, please contact our office at 717-361-4744 or email Stephanie Zegers, Assistant Director of STEM Career and Employer Relations, at zegerss@etown.edu.