Committees & Task Forces

The Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s voluntary committees and task forces offer Members the opportunity to contribute directly to the work of the Chamber and to interact with fellow Chamber Members who share common interests.  Committee participation is a great way for Members to network, share ideas and further the Chamber’s objectives for Greater Reading’s businesses through its promotion, support and advocacy initiatives.

Government Issues Committee – Staff Contact: Bernie Riley

Advocates on behalf of the Greater Reading business community about issues that will further the economic and business climate of the region. Also works to enhance the rapport between Chamber Members and public officials.

Infrastructure Committee – Staff Contact: Bernie Riley

A joint committee of the Chamber and the Berks Economic Partnership, members monitor key areas of our local infrastructure (transportation, telecommunications, utilities, water and sewer capacity, facilities and sites, land use issues and waste management) to make sure we have the physical capacity necessary to sustain economic growth.

Marketing Advisory Committee – Staff Contact: Melissa Varone

Assists the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry in marketing and communication initiatives with advice, support, and representation.

Police Diversity Recruitment Task Force – Staff Contact: Ellen Horan

The task force seeks to help develop and implement a recruitment plan that increases minority representation on the Reading Police Force and to enhance police community relations.

Red Carpet – Staff Contact: Andrea Weist

This group of dedicated volunteers serves as Chamber ambassadors to welcome new Members to the Chamber and guide them through their first year to discover all the benefits membership brings. The Red Carpet committee also assists at breakfast programs, mixers, ribbon-cuttings, grand openings, and ground breaking ceremonies, as well as holding their events such as Winter Picnic.

Technology Committee – Staff Contact: Mike Slusser

To improve the competitive position of the Greater Reading Region through Information Technology and Telecom-related initiatives and information sharing.

Women’s Focus Group – Staff Contact: Melissa Varone

To lead in the (provision of) growth, development and networking initiatives/opportunities for women in the business community as an integral part of the economic development in Greater Reading.