The Childcare Crisis – What’s The Solution?
2023-12-07 07:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Delaware County Community College – Downingtown Campus, 100 Bond Drive, Downingtown, PA, 19335
Childcare staffing shortages and extensive waitlists continue to affect families and employers, resulting in employee absences, scheduling conflicts and frustration.
What solutions are out there?
Join us for this interactive presentation featuring a panel of industry experts who will share their key experiences and insights for creating and delivering tangible action-focused childcare solutions that benefit both employees and employers. Brainstorm challenges and innovative solutions in the dynamic roundtable discussion following the presentation.
For more information, contact Denise Hammel.
Agenda:
7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Registration, Networking & Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. – Program

Engineering & Manufacturing Job Fair
2023-11-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Penn State Great Valley, 30 E. Swedesford Road, Malvern, 19355, United States
Did you know that online job applications account for just 8% of jobs filled? We have a number of local employers already lined up to meet their next best hire!
EMPLOYERS
Current students or recent grads from Penn State University, West Chester University, Immaculata University, Ursinus College, Chester County’s Technical College High Schools and the Downingtown STEM Academy have been invited.
Register for a table to meet job candidates seeking full time positions and / or internship opportunities.
Space is limited. Please register up to two company representatives per table using the EMPLOYER TICKET.
JOB SEEKERS
Are you searching for internships or permanent placement and are tired of the black hole of online applications and portals? This job fair will put you face-to-face with employers who are actively hiring for these positions.
Hire One and Penn State University are holding a job fair to connect engineering students and graduates from local colleges with area manufacturers. Manufacturers are also looking to hire people to the shop floor in roles such as: Machinists, Welders, Assemblers, Warehouse Workers, Forklift Operators and more. There will also be a few corporate positions available in areas such as Logistics, Finance, Information Technology and Human Resources.
This event has a capacity of 200 job seekers. Register using the JOB SEEKER TICKET as spots are limited.
AGENDA:
1:30 p.m. – Employer set-up
2:00 p.m. – Job Seeker check-in
2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Job Fair (two rooms will be available at the venue to accommodate one-on-one interviews)
Thank you to our sponsor Penn State University
This event is supported by Chester County and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the PA CareerLinks.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, Hire One Project Consultant, jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.
HireOne, a CCEDC initiative, is a public/private partnership which provides employment services to the Health Care, Energy, IT/Communications, Life Science, Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Agriculture industries. The Manufacturing Alliance of Chester & Delaware Counties is an initiative of CCEDC and Delaware County Community College and is funded in part by the private sector with grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry through the Chester County Workforce Development Board (WDB)The Manufacturing Alliance of Chester and Delaware counties is a recognized Industry Partnership and free to join.

CCEDC Hosts Red Cross Blood Drive
2023-11-28 11:30 - 16:30 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
The holidays are a critical time for blood donations. Please give the gift of life this season and donate. As a bonus, you’ll get a great pair of Elf socks.

13th Annual Stakeholders Breakfast
2023-11-17 07:30 - 09:30 | The Desmond Hotel, One Liberty Blvd., Malvern, PA, 19355
13th Annual Stakeholders Breakfast
Friday, November 17
7:30 a.m
The Desmond Hotel, Malvern – a Doubletree by Hilton

Agenda:
7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. Registration & Breakfast
8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Program Presentations

Please note that this event is by invitation-only for our valued investors, key partners, and event sponsors. If you are not an investor but interested in learning more about our Investor Program, please reach out to MaryFrances McGarrity at 610.321.8223.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please see details below or contact Tracey Oberholtzer for more information.

Thanks to our generous sponsors!
Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors
Brennan’s Office Interiors, Inc. • Bernardon, a Division of Core States Group • Chester County Intermediate Unit
CCRES Educational & Behavioral Health Services • Chester Water Authority • Customers Bank
Fulton Bank • JGM, Inc. • Key Financial, Inc. • Lockton Companies • Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP
Saul Ewing LLP • SSH Real Estate • Warfel Construction Company

i2n Presents: Meet the Network
2023-11-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Penn State Great Valley – Main Building, 30 E. Swedesford Rd., Malvern, PA, 19355
Join i2n as we bring our community together in a series of mixers to make MORE and BETTER connections for local innovative companies. i2n Presents: Meet The Network!
The Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n) includes people of all kinds, from first-time founders to serial entrepreneurs; investors and customers; university partners & local subject matter experts.
What do they all have in common? They’re passionate about making our region the best possible place for early-stage, innovative companies to start, grow, and thrive.
At this quarterly gathering, jointly hosted by the i2n Board of Directors, we’ll hear from one “Spotlight Startup” and leave plenty of time for meeting fellow founders, support organizations, and startup enthusiasts. i2n participants span a number of sectors, including software, consumer products, clean tech, medical devices, biotech, and more.
Staff will be on hand to answer questions about how i2n can support your company with access to funding, workspace, and key business connections.
Not yet a founder but thinking about starting out? First-time guests are welcome!
NOTE: i2n Board Members, i2n Partners and i2n Entrepreneurs are welcome and encouraged to bring a guest. To register your complimentary guests, use ticket: Complimentary Attendee.
Beer, wine, and appetizers will be served.
About i2n: The Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n) is an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council. Our mission is to make southeastern PA the best possible place for early-stage and technology-driven companies to start, grow, and thrive.
Advance registration required. Registration closes at noon, November 14.

Thank you i2n Partners

ACCA Manual D® in a Day
2023-11-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Calling all HVAC industry professionals and technicians as well as people in sales, design, application, and installation of air systems.
ACCA Manual D® in a Day
Learn efficient ductwork design in a day – A key to comfort is about adding or removing the right amount of heat to keep customers happy. Easy rules-of-thumb lead to duct designs that cannot and will not deliver comfort. Many weak contractors fail to do a little leg work to set themselves up for success.
This course covers the fundamentals of residential duct design based on the nationally recognized standard. The class will break it down in a way that’s easy to understand and apply. This program is designed for the HVAC professional who will use both a pen and paper, or a computer-based program to calculate duct sizes for residential structures. This program gives the user all the information necessary to use either method effectively. This class will also briefly discuss what’s needed for good room air mixing, selecting grilles and registers (Manual T).
Topics covered include:

Duct Sketch
Total Effective Length Calculation (TEL)
External Static Pressure
Component Losses (Pressure Drops)
Available Static Pressure
Friction Rate
Use of a Duct Slide
Sizing of Branch Runs
Sizing of Trunk Ducts
Supply Register / Return Grille Sizing
Supply Outlet & Return Placement

Additional details:
Light breakfast and coffee will be ready at 7:45 a.m. and lunch will be provided.
Trainer – Matt Akins, ACCA Manager of HVACR Education – ACCA Air Conditioning Contractors of America

Employee Retention: Putting the Odds in Your Favor, and Southco Tour
2023-11-01 08:00 - 10:30 | Southco, 210 N Brinton Lake Rd, Concordville, PA, 19331
Agenda

8:00 AM – Check in and enjoy Continental Breakfast and networking
8:25 AM – MACC/DC Welcome – Jim Lauckner, Sr. Project Consultant
8:40 AM – Employee Retention Presentation – Ralf Weiser, Executive Operational Leader
9:10 AM – Q & A moderated by Sue Watras, MACCDC Board Chair and Human Resources Manager – Pennsylvania Machine Works, LLC
9:25 AM – Southco Overview – Steve Potter, Managing Director, Americas
9:40 AM – Facilities Tour

Presenter – Ralf Weiser, Executive Operational Leader
This program will highlight the current generational landscape business leaders are facing in the war on talent. We will then cover the tactical approach to developing and deploying a competency-based people strategy. We will briefly touch on where to start such a program.
Attendees will be able to walk away with a better understanding of how all generations are pursuing the same life goals. How and what they pursue is quite different. A competency-centered people strategy makes it possible to allow all generations to reach their goals fairly. The key difference to conventional approaches is the effort that goes into the career, compensation, training, and budget planning, We will cover one area business leaders and their HR departments should start with.
This event is geared to our manufacturers as it will be a tour of the Southco facility.
Thank you to our host: Southco
Southco, Inc. is the leading global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we understand that first impressions are lasting impressions in product design.
For over 70 years, Southco has helped the world’s most recognized brands create value for their customers with innovative access solutions designed to enhance the touch points of their products in transportation and industrial applications, medical equipment, data centers and more.
With unrivalled engineering resources, innovative products and a dedicated global team, Southco delivers the broadest portfolio of premium access solutions available to equipment designers throughout the world.
The tour will be preceded with a brief 20 minute presentation as an introduction to the topic: Employee Retention – Putting the odds in your favor. Adapting your approach to current employment trends.
This event will be in-person only an is part of the MACC/DC “Bring a Manufacturer” program. There are limited tickets available for non-manufacturers.
Did you know? If the number of women in manufacturing increased from 29% to 35% , every open job in the US would be filled.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, Project Consultant jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.
The Manufacturing Alliance of Chester & Delaware Counties is an initiative of CCEDC and Delaware County Community College and is funded in part by the private sector with grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry through the Chester County Workforce Development Board (WDB)

Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology 2023
2023-10-28 12:00 - 17:00 | The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA, 19456, United States
REGISTRATION OPENS ON SEPTEMBER 6.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.

GETT (Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology) is an annual event for girls in grades 5-10 and their parents where they learn about career opportunities in a broad scope of STEM related industries. The day is filled with exciting, enlightening, and experiential activities led by successful women in STEM fields. Explore hands-on interactive activities and discover new ways to connect your passions for science, technology, engineering, and math!

Questions? Please refer to our About page first. If that does not answer your question, CONTACT US!

Interested in volunteering? Click HERE to learn more!
Timed Tickets – PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – TICKETS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR. Upon registration, you will be asked to select a designated arrival time for each ticket. Your tickets will only be honored for entrance to GETT at the arrival time that you have selected. We thank you in advance for your cooperation in respecting the arrival time that you have selected.
GETT 2023 Waiver – In an effort to capture the essence of this event, CCEDC staff will be taking photos/videos. By attending you consent to your voice, name, and/or likeness being used, without compensation, in photo/video for inclusion in any and all media, whether now known or hereafter devised, for eternity, and you release CCEDC and its initiatives, its successors, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature.
Please continue to check gettpa.org for updates.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

GBA Social
2023-10-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Victory Brewing, 420 Acorn Lane, Downingtown, PA, 19335
Join the Pennsylvania Global Business Advisors (GBA) for a fall social. Mix in mingle in the Bier Hall at Victory Brewing’s Downingtown Brew Pub.
Appetizers and one beverage are included included in admission fee.

About Tuesday Oct 24 GBA Social 5-7pm
Victory Brew Pub – Downingtown – in the Bier Hall
420 Acorn Lane Downingtown, PA 19335 plenty of free parking on site
RSVP $30 per person appetizers and one drink included

TECH360 - 2023
2023-10-17 08:00 - 17:00 | West Chester University Science and Engineering Center, 155 University Ave, West Chester, PA, 19383
TECH360 is a full-day tech experience featuring tech education, leadership, innovation, and networking. Join the area’s top companies, IT professionals, leaders, and managers to discuss how to best leverage the latest technology in today’s business climate.
This year’s theme: AI 360 – the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for years. It continues to evolve and is here to stay. At TECH360 2023 attendees will learn the current and future trends in AI tech, as well as, application, risks, benefits and ethics around using AI in the best way for you and your business.
Would you like to connect with other technology professionals, reach new customers, or build new partnerships? With plenty of networking opportunities, TECH360 is a great place to make or re-establish those connections.
Visit TECH360pa.com for speaker information and the agenda.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

FREE parking at The Commons Garage (attached to the event building) – 670 S Church St, West Chester, PA 19383

Capacity is limited. NO ONE WILL BE ADMITTED WITHOUT A RESERVED TICKET. Registration ends at noon on October16.

Refund Policy: Attendees can receive refunds up to 48 hours before the event. Contact ckorn@ccedcpa.com.

ABOUT ITAG:
ITAG is an industry partnership dedicated to promoting Information Technology, Communications, and Technological Processes to all companies and individuals in Southeastern Pennsylvania as a means to become more effective in an increasingly sophisticated global marketplace. Visit https://itag.ccedcpa.com/ to learn more.
ITAG is a regional initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council. ITAG is supported with grant funds from the PA Department of Labor and Industry through the Chester County Workforce Development Board and contributions from the private sector.

Ribbon Cutting - Business Resource Center
2023-10-10 16:30 - 18:30 | 190 West Business Resource Center, 190 West Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA, 19320
Join CCEDC and the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting event celebrating the opening of CCEDC’s new location for its Business Resource Center in Coatesville.

Hire One Business Networking Event
2023-10-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Brickside Grill, 540 Wellington Square, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Did you know that 80% of people who get a job offer were referred to the company? Online applications account for just 8% of jobs filled
Employers
This business networking event provides employers with referrals to help fill your professional level job openings. Please register today using the EMPLOYER TICKET as spots are limited.
Job Seekers
Are you tired of the black hole of internet sites and portals? This networking event will put you face to face with employers who are hiring experienced professionals. It is not simply who is in the room, but who they know!
This is not a job fair and no resumes are allowed. Have your elevator pitch ready and be willing to share your connections for the jobs that are not a match for you. NOW is one of the best times to look for a new position!
Please register today using the JOB SEEKER TICKET.
What to expect
After a brief introduction, everyone will begin networking! We expect jobs to be available in the following fields: finance, sales, information technology, manufacturing and production, energy, healthcare, and more. Remember – it’s not only the employers in the room, but who they know and can introduce you to, that is important.
Your first adult beverage as well as soft drinks and lite fare are included with your ticket.
This event is supported by Chester County and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the PA CareerLinks.
Registration is required.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, HireOne Project Consultant, jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.

Basic Troubleshooting Geothermal Training - Day 1
2023-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Module 1 – Basic Troubleshooting Geothermal is presented by PA Geothermal Heat Pump Association and hosted by the Smart Energy Initiative of Southeastern PA (SEI)
Continental breakfast will be served at 8:00 a.m. A boxed lunch will also be provided.
Who should attend:
The comprehensive installation workshop is designed for GSHP installers, contractors, dealers, home builders, manufacturers, distributors, architects, heating cooling mechanical engineers, trenching/water well drilling contractors, and anyone who desires a working knowledge of this innovative technology.
Representatives from public utilities, private utilities, and rural electric cooperatives can also benefit from training.
Course description:
Basic Troubleshooting Geothermal: Basic Troubleshooting covers many introductory and refresher topics to prepare a technician to perform diagnostics on our equipment. This course covers loop types, basic geothermal heat pump principles, and the refrigeration cycle. The course also includes how to troubleshoot a geothermal heat pump from the water and refrigeration systems, leak detection, TXV diagnosis, reversing valves, and other water source heat pump components. Basic component replacement is discussed, as well as controls and air and water-side analysis. This one day class is the perfect course for a new technician or a seasoned technician looking to brush up on skills.
8 hours earned for each:
Air Conditioning Installation Air to Air Heat Pump Installation Efficiency Analyst Senior
Air Conditioning Service Air to Air Heat Pump Service HVAC Performance Verifier
Air Distribution Installation Commercial Refrigeration Installation Light Commercial Refrigeration
Air Distribution Service Commercial Refrigeration Service
Instructor: Jay A. Hammond – WaterFurnace
Mr. Hammond is a NATE Instructor and Proctor, IGSHPA Instructor, a NCCER Level 1-4 HVAC Instructor, and is certified as an instructor with various other organizations and State authorities.
Registration:
SEI has cash training grants for PA residents. Cost for the course is $300, however you may be reimbursed up to 50% of your training costs upon completing a brief training grant application.
After you register, you will be sent a registration confirmation. Students will pick up their class materials at the class.
Cancellation policy: The full fee will be charged if you do not attend the workshop. However, you may designate another individual as your substitute.
Note: All courses are subject to cancellation by PA-GEO. PA-GEO will give all registrants notice in the event of a course cancellation at least 1 week prior to the scheduled date, unless the cancellation is weather related.
Contact PA-GEO to verify if a course has been cancelled before making any non-refundable travel arrangements.
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Chester County health guidelines will be followed during the event.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, Project Consultant jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.
This event is funded in part by the Chester County Workforce Development Board.

CCEDC Annual Golf Classic - Sold Out!
2023-09-18 11:00 - 20:00 | French Creek Golf Glub, 4500 Conestoga Road, Elverson, 19520, United States
Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of this signature CCEDC event!
Fantastic pre-golf lunch, cocktails on the gorgeous patio overlooking the course, and a delicious dinner are included for all golfers.
EVENT DETAILS
11 a.m. – Registration/Lunch
Noon – Shotgun Start
5 p.m. – Cocktails, Dinner & Prizes
Last call for Hole Sponsors! Contact Tracey Oberholtzer to secure your sponsorship today!
Hole Sponsor ($300)

Tee sign with your company name prominently posted at a tee box on course

ITAG Partnership Meeting - Experiential Learning in VR/AR/MR
2023-09-14 16:00 - 18:30 | Tipping Point Media, 255 Great Valley Parkway, Suite 140, Malvern, PA, 19355
Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality (VR/AR/MR) are unleashing a new realm of possibilities across industries including manufacturing, healthcare, life sciences, education, entertainment and more. Come to ITAG’s Partnership meeting hosted by Tipping Point Media and step into the extraordinary world of VR/AR/MR.
Our featured presentation lead by Will Garner, President and Chief Creative Officer at Tipping Point Media, will be an immersive experience that will revolutionize the way we interact with technology and provide participants with hands-on learning and insights into how VR/AR/MR technologies seamlessly blend the virtual and real worlds. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a creative visionary, or a business leader seeking innovative solutions, this featured presentation will explore the boundless possibilities and applications of VR/AR/MR.
We’ll discuss the pros and cons of each, as well as potential use-cases that can achieve real business results. We’ll also cover topics like:

Which virtual solution is right for your organization and business goals.
How to apply instructional design strategies for virtual campaigns.
What UI/UX design is and how to create an inspiring experience.
How to measure and report on the effectiveness of you VR/AR/MR experiences.

We will kick off the meeting with partnership matters before our featured presentation. At the end of the meeting you are invited to stay for networking and happy hour.
William Garner Bio.

Note: Ticket sales are limited so don’t wait to register! Advance registration is required.

CCEDC Hosts Red Cross Blood Drive
2023-08-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: cced exton to schedule an appointment or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients.
If you are an eligible type O, B – or A – donor, consider making a Power Red donation.
Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component.
Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting
RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.
Download the Blood Donor App today. get your digital donor card, schedule your next appointent. wack your retime donavons. vew vour pood pressure, and tomow your donaton on its way to a hospital.

Annual Coatesville-area Economic Forum - SOLD OUT
2023-08-03 07:30 - 12:30 | Chester County Public Safety Training Campus, 137 Modena Road, Coatesville, PA, 19320
The City of Coatesville, the Chester County Economic Development Council, and the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce are proud to announce the first Annual Coatesville-area Economic Forum (ACE).
The ACE Forum was created to provide a city-wide and regional snapshot of the emerging economic projects that are transforming Coatesville and the greater region. ACE brings together business leaders, investors, local & regional organizations, heads of state, and local government officials to engage in meaningful conversation, while gaining insight and plans for the growing Coatesville region.
This year’s theme is Re-Imagine Coatesville. Panel discussions and two (self-selected) breakout sessions will focus on smart economic drivers and revitalization initiatives for urban centers and rural communities. Industry leaders will share local trends and explore potential growth opportunities. Breakfast and box lunches provided.
Get ready to experience a new greater Coatesville!
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Profit Revival: Empowering Your Business's Financial Success
2023-08-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
FREE WORKSHOP
Learn proven breakthrough strategies that may triple your leads, double your sales, and dramatically increase your revenue and profits.

MORE LEADS – Learn how to effortesly generate as many new leads as you want… without spending a cent on marketing

MORE CONVERSIONS – Learn how to close more sales using an automated process that does 90% of the work for you.

MORE TRANSACTIONS – Increase your revenue using two simple strategies that cost you nothing to implement.

HIGHER PRICING – People don’t buy based on price; they buy based on value. Discover a powerful strategy that will eliminate price competition forever.

MORE PROFITS – Profitability is more than just eliminating costs; learn two ways to instantly increase your profits without you having to spend a dollar.

SYSTEMIZING YOUR BUSINESS – Learn how to automate your business to achieve total and complete financial freedom

STAFFING – Hire the right person for the job every time and keep them.

GBA Networking & Visit from Ambassador from the Republic of Uzbekistan
2023-07-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
The Pennsylvania Global Business Advisors and the Mid-Atlantic Eurasia Business Council have partnered to present this event.
Join us for breakfast & networking, a keynote address by theHonorable Furqat Sidikov, Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan, then a rountable discussion with Q&A session.
AGENDA

Breakfast & Networking
Opening Remarks
Keynote Address
Roundtable Discussion
Q&A

On the Farm (OTF) Training for Workforce Development Professionals
2023-06-27 10:30 - 13:30 | 1020 Davis Ln, 1020 Davis Lane, Chester Springs, PA, 19425
On-the-Farm Training (OTF) will boost your confidence in serving the agriculture community through your workforce programs.
Who Should Attend?
PA CareerLink®, Workforce Development Board, and Economic Development staff who are on the front lines of connecting job seekers with employment. On-the-Farm Training (OTF) will connect you to your local farmer, and the similarities and challenges that farm business owners experience that are often very similar to those of other, more traditionally-served industries and employers.
Agenda:
10:45 – 11 Check in and Networking
11 – 11:15 Intro to AgConnect, CCEDC, and CCWDB
11:15 – 11:25 Intro of PA Department of Ag and Resources
11:25 – 11:30 Intro to Birchrun Hills Farm
11:30 – noon Interview with Jodi Gauker and Sue Miller about Birchrun Hills Farm and staffing, hiring, onboarding, training, and other business challenges
Noon – 1 Walking tour of Birchrun Hills Farm’s freestall barn, robotic milking system,
crops and feed mixing, milk processing, and cheese making
1:00 – 1:30 Lunch and networking

Hire One Business Networking Event at CCEDC
2023-06-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Did you know that 80% of people who get a job offer were referred to the company? Online applications account for just 8% of jobs filled
Employers
This business networking event provides employers with referrals to help fill your professional level job openings. Please register today using the EMPLOYER TICKET as spots are limited.
Job Seekers
Are you tired of the black hole of internet sites and portals? This networking event will put you face to face with employers who are hiring experienced professionals. It is not simply who is in the room, but who they know!
This is not a job fair and no resumes are allowed. Have your elevator pitch ready and be willing to share your connections for the jobs that are not a match for you. NOW is one of the best times to look for a new position!
Please register today using the JOB SEEKER TICKET.
What to expect
After a brief introduction, everyone will begin networking! We expect jobs to be available in the following fields: finance, sales, information technology, manufacturing and production, energy, healthcare, and more. Remember – it’s not only the employers in the room, but who they know and can introduce you to, that is important. Beer, wine and lite fare will be served.
This event is supported by Chester County and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the PA CareerLinks.
Registration is required.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, HireOne Project Consultant, jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.
HireOne, a CCEDC initiative, is a public/private partnership which provides employment services to the Health Care, Energy, IT/Communications, Life Science, Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Agriculture industries.

The Employee Experience - It's a Journey! (Part 2)
2023-06-20 07:30 - 10:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Join us to explore the business impact of the Employee Experience. How happy are the people in your organization, really?
This interactive workshop will provide the tools and discussion to help take the employee experience in your organization to the next level. Here are the topics for the session:

Let’s look at the research revealing why happy and engaged employees make a difference
Ways to identify the level of employee experience currently, areas to sustain, areas to improve
Leading the way in an organization focused on the employee experience
Blueprint for Success – ideas to “design in” a focus on the employee experience across the organization

Agenda:
7:30 – 8:00 a.m. – Registration, Networking & Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. – Program
Any questions? Please contact Janet Hutchison, jhutchison@ccedcpa.com

Celebrating Women in Agriculture at Crow's Nest Preserve
2023-06-12 11:30 - 14:00 | Natural Lands’ Crow’s Nest Preserve 201 Piersol Road Elverson, PA 19520, 201 Piersol Road, Elverson, PA, 19520
Join CCEDC’s AgConnect for lunch, catered by local food enthusiast Christie Keith, formerly of Glenmoore Deli fame, as we celebrate women farmers and the women in agriculture that keep our food system moving. Our guest speaker, Judi Radel of Yeehaw Farm in Duncannon, will enlighten us with plenty of belly-laugh-inducing stories about how life in agriculture is unpredictable, constantly keeping us pivoting, and we just have to laugh and move on to the next plan.

Chester County Hall of Fame Award Celebration
2023-05-17 16:30 - 20:00 | Phoenixville Foundry, 2 N. Main St., Phoenixville, PA, 19460, United States
We are proud to announce this year’s inductee, Patti Brennan, CFP® – Founder, President and CEO of Key Financial, Inc.
About Patti Brennan
After graduating from Georgetown University with a degree in nursing, Patti worked in oncology and as an ICU nurse before channeling her compassion for others to work as a financial planner. Her intellectual capacity is as boundless as her energy, and in 1990 Patti founded Key Financial, Inc. while also raising four children.
Patti is a big believer in giving back to the community and currently serves on the boards of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, Connect Thru Cancer and Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital Foundation Finance and Investment Committee, as well as other work with the hospital. She is also a highly-regarded national voice through her appearances on CNBC, Barron’s, and other media outlets. We are fortunate to have had Patti be a featured presenter at our last 17 Economic Outlook events.
Join the celebration of Patti Brennan by becoming an Event Sponsor! Tickets to the Hall of Fame Award Celebration are included in all levels of sponsorship. Individual tickets have ended. Please contact Tracey Oberholtzer with any questions.

Hire One Business Networking Event
2023-04-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Did you know that 80% of people who get a job offer were referred to the company? Online applications account for just 8% of jobs filled
Employers
This business networking event provides employers with referrals to help fill your professional level job openings. Please register today using the EMPLOYER TICKET as spots are limited.
Job Seekers
Are you tired of the black hole of internet sites and portals? This networking event will put you face to face with employers who are hiring experienced professionals.
This is not a job fair and no resumes are allowed. Have your elevator pitch ready and be willing to share your connections for the jobs that are not a match for you. NOW is one of the best times to look for a new position!
Please register today using the JOB SEEKER TICKET.
What to expect
After a brief introduction, everyone will begin networking! We expect jobs to be available in the following fields: finance, sales, information technology, manufacturing and production, energy, healthcare, and more. Remember – it’s not only the employers in the room, but who they know and can introduce you to, that is important. Beer, wine and lite fare will be served.
This event is supported by Chester County and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the PA CareerLinks.
Registration is required.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, HireOne Project Consultant, jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.
HireOne, a CCEDC initiative, is a public/private partnership which provides employment services to the Health Care, Energy, IT/Communications, Life Science, Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Agriculture industries.

2023 “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” Awards Ceremony
2023-04-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Penn State Great Valley, 30 E. Swedesford Road, Malvern, 19355, United States
Join us as we celebrate the amazing videos created by the brilliant students, devoted teachers, and talented manufacturers who participated in this year’s exciting competition.
Who is invited? Manufacturers, school administrators, teachers, students, and their families!
How will we celebrate? An engaging Manufacturer Expo, a delicious treat, the presentation of awards, and exciting raffle prizes!
What is the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” Video Contest? This contest seeks to educate and excite students, parents, and teachers about careers in manufacturing and to change the perception of what those careers look like for today’s tech-savvy youth.
Registration is required. Reserve your FREE ticket today!

i2n Presents: Meet the Network
2023-03-15 16:30 - 18:00 | nth Solutions, 190 West Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA, 19320
Join us to meet fellow founders, startup resources, and friends of i2n!
The Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n) includes participants of all kinds, from first-time founders to serial entrepreneurs; investors and customers; university partners & local subject matter experts.
What do they all have in common? They’re passionate about making our region the best possible place for early-stage, innovative companies to start, grow, and thrive!
For the first time, i2n is bringing our community together in a series of mixers to make MORE and BETTER connections for local startups.
Advance registration is required.

Recession Proof your Business Communications and Fuel Hybrid Work
2023-03-08 08:30 - 09:15 | Virtual
An Opportunity for Peer-to-Peer Collaboration
What is TECH Together? It’s a series of online gatherings geared to enable small, focused groups of IT professionals to share and collaborate.
TECH Together meets online via Zoom, every other month. The format is a brief introduction to a particular topic from a local industry leader, followed by a candid, round-table discussion of the issue. The goal is to share ideas, best practices, potential solutions, and tips for overcoming common hurdles.
Each session is 45-minutes long. The sessions are kept to that schedule so they do not cut into what is likely to be a busy work day. Group size is kept small so that meaningful, in-depth conversations between working professionals flourish. This is an interactive setting so feel free to activate your camera.
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About the Session:
Overview:
Clear communications are pivotal to the success of any business or non-profit. As organizations continue to adapt to the constantly-evolving marketplace, communication tools are providing exciting, effective options for all budgets.
Come learn from Charlotte Conroy, Managing Partner at Recent Communications, as she walks through how businesses can recession proof their business communications and efficiently lead a work-from-anywhere model.
Learning Objectives:

Review hybrid work and cost impacts
Provide overview of business communications and ongoing shifts to support hybrid work
Learn business communications buzzwords solutions to fuel hybrid work
Identify considerations to support cost reduction and management initiatives

Click here to read Charlotte’s Bio.

Perspectives of Women Manufacturing Leaders & Tour of Nielsen-Kellerman
2023-03-01 08:30 - 10:30 | Nielsen-Kellerman, 21 Creek Circle, Boothwyn, PA, 19061
Understand the struggles of being a female CEO in a male-dominated industry and learn how to gain and retain more women in the manufacturing workforce. Plus, take a tour of Nielsen-Kellerman.

2018 Building Codes Training for Commercial and Residential Users
2023-01-24 08:00 - 17:30 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
This workshop is designed for home builders, contractors, manufacturers, HVAC mechanical engineers, distributors, architects, code officers and municipalities.
Program modules include – See descriptions below:

PA Building Energy Code Highlights – History, Current, and Future
IECC for PA – Commercial Codes
IECC For PA – Residential Codes

Instructor Bios:

Steve Krug, AIA, Principal – Krug Architects
Mike Turns, Director of Energy Code Services – Performance Systems Development
Adam Smith, Energy Codes Specialist – Performance Systems Development

Program Modules
PA Building Energy Code Highlights – History, Current, and Future
We will review the history and development of the Pennsylvania statewide code. We will discuss the evolution of Uniform Construction Code (UCC) legislation, the subsequent adoption of updated regulations, and the role of the UCC Review and Advisory Council (RAC). Over 90% of Pennsylvania’s 2,562 municipalities have elected to administer and enforce the UCC locally. If a municipality has “OPTED-OUT,” the State L&I is responsible for all commercial code enforcement in that municipality.
We will cover the crucial key elements of the currently adopted IECC 2018 that are enforced by the UCC, such as the building envelope, heating and air condition standards, energy efficient lighting and controls. We will discuss the current shortage of code inspectors.
Finally, we will give a look into the future of the 2021 code, which is scheduled to be enacted for 2024 (or 2025) in Pennsylvania. Some of the new elements include mass timber guidelines and the possible introduction of low carbon concrete and steel.
Learning objectives: After attending this introduction to PA Building Energy Codes will be able to…
1. Understand the history and precedence of PA.
2. List the current key elements of the 2018 IECC.
3. Describe the proposed new elements of the 2021 IECC.
Continuing education: One (1) hour. PA UCC, ICC, AIA LU|HSW
The IECC For Pennsylvania – Commercial Energy Codes Training
The 2018 IECC went into effect on February 14, 2022 (happy Valentine’s Day!) bringing with it an annual savings of up to 14 percent. This training will include a high-level review of building science concepts including basic thermodynamics (how heat moves), including stack effect, and conditions that result in optimum occupant comfort and productivity. The program will focus on high-impact energy code provisions and items with relatively high noncompliance as found by a recent PNNL commercial energy efficiency field study. Specific topics will include envelope insulation and air sealing, mechanical system control configurations, economizers, kitchen ventilation, energy recovery ventilation, demand control ventilation, and lighting controls. These topics will be framed in terms of entering and reviewing COMcheck inputs and outputs for accuracy regarding the submitted construction documents. Instructors will also present the use of example checklists throughout the program.
Learning objectives: After attending this course, students will be able to…
1. Identify significant changes between the 2015 and 2018 IECC
2. Describe the science behind building energy efficiency and occupant comfort and productivity
3. Identify the energy code provisions with high impact but low compliance rates
4. Describe mechanical system and lighting control configuration requirements
Continuing education: Three (3) hours. PA UCC, ICC, AIA LU|HSW
The IECC For Pennsylvania – Residential Energy Codes Training
The 2018 IECC went into effect on February 14, 2022 (happy Valentine’s Day!) bringing with it significant energy savings, mainly from improved envelope tightness. This training will include a high-level review of building science concepts including basic thermodynamics (how heat moves), including stack effect, and conditions that result in optimum occupant comfort. The program will focus on high-impact energy code provisions and items with relatively high noncompliance as found by a DOE/PNNL field study completed in 2018. Specific topics will include envelope insulation, air sealing, and testing, whole-house mechanical ventilation, HVAC equipment sizing, duct insulation, sealing, and testing, and service hot water pipe insulation and circulating system controls. Instructors will also present the use of checklists and third-party verification forms.
Learning objectives: After attending this course, students will be able to…
1. Identify significant changes between the 2015 and 2018 IECC
2. Describe the science behind building energy efficiency and occupant comfort and productivity
3. Identify the energy code provisions with high impact but low compliance rates
4. Understand how reduced air infiltration rate requirements will impact design, construction, and code enforcement
Continuing education: Three (3) hours. PA UCC, ICC, AIA LU|HSW, NARI, RESNET, BPI
Registration:
After registering, will receive a confirmation. If you do not receive a confirmation to your inbox, check your spam folder. Class materials will be distributed during each session.
**In case of inclement weather, the alternate class date is February 1. You will be notified via email.**
There is a 7-day cancellation policy. You may transfer your registration to another person.
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Chester County health guidelines will be followed during the event and no walk-ins will be permitted.
Questions? Contact Jim Lauckner, Project Consultant jlauckner@ccedcpa.com.
This training is provided in part through support and funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s State Energy Program and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. It is also funded in part by the Chester County Workforce Development Board.
In association with: Chester County Environmental and Energy Advisory Board, AIA PA, AIA Philadelphia, GBU.
