Category Archives: Events
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. |
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
211 N 13th St, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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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)
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.
September 4, 2025 – World Cogeneration Day
The theme for World Cogeneration Day 2025 is “Resilience and Sustainablility”. Learn more by following #WorldCogenerationDay. Find more information and events at https://worldcogenerationday.org/
August 20, 2025 – 15th Annual TOSITA Ride and Drive
The 15th Annual The Only Smoke In The Air (TOSITA) our EV showcase and workshop. This event will be held on Wednesday August 20th at the Community College of Philadelphia’s Auto Tech Center- from 10-12 for presentations and 12-2 for our Networking BBQ and Ride and Drive. This year we are offering you a chance to win one of 3- $100 amazon gift cards just for test driving an EV. There will be many EV’s on site for you to test drive.
This event has always been a success noting the caliber of presenters from EV projects to incentives and funding for EV’s and charging stations, and the variety of electric vehicles on display and to test drive, noting “the only smoke in the air” will be from the networking BBQ and NOT from the vehicles we have on display.
Click the following link to register yourself: EP-ACT’S 15th Annual TOSITA
Tony Bandiero
Executive Director
215-990-8200
June 12, 2025 – Hiring Right: Building A Strong Team, 10AM-12PM at CCEDC
Join us for an engaging session to dive into:
- Clear Strategies for identifying growth needs
- Inclusive hiring practices to elevate your team
- Where to find top talent – including untapped talent pools
- Practical tools for fostering a culture of belonging from day one
See the flyer here: Flyer – Hiring Right Building a Strong Team (2)
Register at this link: Hiring Right: Building a Strong Team
July 9, 2025 – Funding the Future: Capital Stacks for Energy-Efficient Construction – 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Location: CCEDC Conference Center, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA 19341.
Learn more about the program and register: https://Funding_the_Future_Capital_Stacks7-9-25.eventbrite.com
With the right capital mix, your project can lead the charge toward Pennsylvania’s clean energy future.
Whether you’re renovating or building from the ground up, your project doesn’t have to slow down—just stack smarter.
Who Should Attend?
- Commercial & industrial property owners
- Real estate developers & investors
- Sustainability & energy consultants
- Commercial lenders & financial advisors
- Industrial facility operators & manufacturers
- Architects, engineers, and contractors
- Local government & economic development leaders
Today’s Development Challenges for Developers and Owners
- Limited access to upfront capital for clean energy and efficiency improvements
- Uncertainty around funding sources and incentive programs
- Increasing pressure to meet ESG goals and carbon reduction targets
- Demand for more resilient, future-proof infrastructure
May 27, 2025 – Multi-Industry Morning Meet-up – 8:30-10AM
Join HireONE on May 27 | 8:30-10AM to connect with hiring managers, network with job seekers and collaborate across all CCEDC industry partnership areas!
Location: Bella Vita Coffee and Cream, Exton
