Greater Reading Economic Partnership is here for you!
Did you know that the services provided by Greater Reading Economic Partnership (GREP) are free of charge?
We are a local nonprofit with the mission “to attract, retain and grow business by vigorously promoting, fostering, and coordinating economic development in the Greater Reading area”. Our organization is supported by many generous investors who believe in our mission and support the economic development of our region through their contributions. The contributions made by our investors allow the GREP team to continue to support the local business community in Greater Reading.
We understand the success of every company in our region (no matter how large or small) is critical to the economic development of Greater Reading and the health of our vibrant business community. Our staff is available to assist you with many of the challenges your business may be facing, including but certainly not limited to providing information about workforce development resources and programs, funding and incentive packages, wage and salary information, regional data and demographics as well as mapping and customized workforce analysis. Please do not hesitate to contact us and let us know how we might be able to help you and your business be more successful here in the Greater Reading region.
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Did You Know: The Reading Public Library is celebrating 250 years!
2013 marks the 250th year since the founding of the Reading Public Library, making it one of the oldest public libraries in the United States.
The library has kicked off this commemorative year with a great schedule of special events to be held throughout the year. The first of the series of celebratory events was held Saturday January 12th and provided children in attendance with the opportunity to take part in a time capsule not to be opened for another hundred years. Visit the Reading Public Library’s website to find information on the upcoming events or better yet, stop by one of their four locations around the city today and check out all that our historic local public library has to offer you and your family.
“Without libraries what have we? We have no past and no future.” ― Ray Bradbury
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Did You Know: National Penn Ranks 15th on Forbes Best Banks list!
National Penn Bancshares Inc. has landed the 15th spot on the annual Forbes 2013 Best Banks in America list for a second year in a row!
“We are honored to be recognized, both regionally and nationally, on this prestigious list. National Penn has worked hard to become strong, clean and efficient and is gratified to be recognized for our efforts,” said Scott V. Fainor, president and CEO.
Check out the press release for more information.
Congratulations National Penn!
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Did You Know GREP is on Twitter?
Greater Reading Economic Partnership (GREP) has a Twitter Page!
Following GreaterReading on Twitter is another super simple way to stay connected and remain current on economic development news in and around the Greater Reading region. Follow GREP today!
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Did You Know GREP won an award?
Greater Reading Economic Partnership (GREP) won an award for the Careers in 2 Years workforce training campaign!
Oh and not just any award, Careers In 2 Years won the “Best of Show” award from the Northeastern Economic Developers Association (NEDA). NEDA’s 2012 Annual Literature & Promotions Competition was open to all members of the economic development industry. Entries were judged on design and layout, clarity of message, production quality, functionality and overall creativity and impact with four potential levels of recognition; Best in Class, Superior, Excellent and Merit. The “Best of Show” award is especially prestigious because it is only given to one entry annually across all of the possible categories.
“We are honored to receive this award for this very important workforce development marketing campaign. Because this is reviewed by our economic development peers, this reaffirms our focus and direction on this initiative in Greater Reading, PA.” Aaron Costenbader, Marketing Coordinator of Greater Reading Economic Partnership
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Did You Know GREP has a property database
Greater Reading Economic Partnership (GREP) has a searchable property database on our website!
Visit our website to search for the perfect property for your next business or a current business in need of relocation or expansion. The Map Overlays feature is a handy tool which allows you to easily see the proximity of listed properties to hospitals, the largest employers in the area, institutions of higher learning and airports.
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Did You Know??
We have a Facebook Page!
Liking Greater Reading Economic Partnership on Facebook is a great way to stay current on economic development in the Greater Reading region. Like GREP!
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Did You Know??
The Pennsylvania Farm Show is the largest indoor agricultural event in America.
The 97th Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg is right around the corner. Don’t make the mistake of assuming that the Farm Show is just for farmers, This event presents a great opportunity for the entire family to observe and learn more about the Commonwealth’s largest industry, Agriculture.
When: January 5-12th, 2013
Where: Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center, North Cameron and Maclay Streets in Harrisburg, PA.
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Did You Know?
Pennsylvania is located within 500 miles of 40 percent of the United States’ population and purchasing power, including six of the ten largest markets in the United States and 60 percent of Canada’s population.
Greater Reading’s close proximity to many of the major interstates and thruways means you or your products could be in Philadelphia in about an hour, and in New York City or Washington D.C. in a little over 2 hours. Our central location is one of many competitive advantages that Greater Reading businesses enjoy.
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Did You Know?
Pennsylvania hosts 260 degree-granting institutions, ranking it third in the nation.
The Greater Reading community itself is densely populated with higher education institutions that collaborate with the supportive business community to make Greater Reading a better place to live and do business.
- Albright College
- Alvernia University
- Berks Career and Technology Center
- Berks Technical Institute
- Kutztown University
- Penn State Berks
- Reading Area Community College (RACC)
- RACC Schmidt Training and Technology Center
- Reading Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center
- The Reading Hospital and Medical Center- School of Health Sciences
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