Manufacturing Alliance of Chester & Delaware Counties

October 18, 2024 - DVIRC Reimagine Manufacturing 2024 - 8am-2pm
2024-10-18 08:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
The event takes place at:
Sheraton Valley Forge -King of Prussia
480 North Gulph Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
8am-2pm
All information can be found at this link: https://www.reimaginemanufacturing.com/

October 30, 2024 - Mfg Summit at Reading Area Community College
2024-10-30 08:00 - 16:30
October 30, 2024 is the next Mfg. Summit. Learn more and register at this link: >>REGISTER
Venue Name: Reading Area Community College
Address: 10 S 2nd St, Reading, PA 19602
Phone: (610) 372-4721

November 7, 2024 - Manufacturers' Expo 2024 - York Expo Center UPMC Arena 10am-3pm
2024-11-07 10:00 - 15:00
MX 2024 is presented by the Manufacturers’ Association.
Learn more about the expo that is coming up November 7, 2024 in York, PA from 10am-3pm at this link https://mascpa.org/expo/.
Exhibit and/or attend the only Manufacturing Expo in the region and connect to other manufacturers to build your supply chain, exhibit your capabilities, develop business opportunities and new customers! Discuss the latest manufacturing trends and topics, share their vision, become inspired, and immerse yourself in manufacturing culture!

November 18-19, 2024 - Apprenticeship PA Collaborative and Expo 2024 in Bethlehem
2024-11-18 08:00 - 2024-11-19 17:00
Pennsylvania has established strong leadership in talent development models that weaves work experience, with classroom or related instruction.
2024 ApprenticeshipPA will bring together industry, education, workforce, and stakeholders across PA that want to strengthen apprenticeship employment and work-based models of training and development. Network with Pennsylvania’s best of the best!
Monday, November 18, 2024 10:00 AM – Tuesday, November 19, 2024 10:30 AM (EST)
Learn more and register at this link >> https://members.pawork.org/events/Details/apprenticeshippa-2024-1045956?sourceTypeId=Website

November 20, 2024 - Business Networking in Downingtown, 5-7 p.m.
2024-11-20 17:00 - 19:00
Find your next best hire, or a lead or two. Let’s network, help fill open positions and connect job seekers with hiring managers.
https://Business_Networking_Nov_20.eventbrite.com

December 5, 2024 - MA and ITAG Holiday Year-end Celebration at Brickside Grille - 5-7 p.m.
2024-12-05 17:00 - 19:00
Our annual Year-End Holiday Celebration will take place December 5 at Brickside Grille, Exton. Join us for a festive evening of networking with the MACC/DC and ITAG partnerships on December 5, 2024. Our second year with ITAG!
https://MACCDC_ITAGNetworking120524.eventbrite.com

January 24, 2025 - RISE PA Webinar Program Guidance Q&A Session - 11am-12pm
2025-01-24 11:00 - 12:00
Dear Manufacturer.
If you want to lower your energy costs and thereby lower your Green House Gas (GHG) emissions, the PA RISE program may be able to help fund your project. Go here for information https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/energy-programs-office/rise-pa.html
By registering for this event you can also submit your questions before the webinar. If you need an energy consultant to help answer your questions, let me know and we can introduce you to one of our SEI – Smart Energy Initiative’s participating firms.
Thanks,
Jim Lauckner
RISE PA is a $396 million statewide industrial decarbonization grant program funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grants under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
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March 19, 2025 - M. Davis & Sons Tour and Networking - 8:30 - 10 a.m.
2025-03-19 08:30 - 10:00
Register https://MDavis-Tour-3-19.eventbrite.com
M. Davis and Sons is an industrial contractor specializing in complex construction projects. They build, install, and service facilities with expertise in engineering and technology with unique solutions in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical and Fabrication.
Join the Manufacturing Alliance of Chester and Delaware Counties (MACC/DC) in Kennett square to learn more about this 5th generation local business.
A light breakfast will be served while we network and share stories followed by a short presentation and tour.
Thank you to our host and sponsor: MDavis

April 9, 2024 - "What's So Cool About Manufacturing?" Awards Ceremony at Penn State University, Great Valley 6:30-8:30 p.m.
2025-04-09 18:30 - 20:30
We are excited to bring you the 10th “What’s so Cool About Manufacturing?” Awards Ceremony | April 9 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Penn State University, Great Valley. Ten teams of schools and manufacturers participated in the program.
Help us share the event details and register! https://wscmawards2025.eventbrite.com
There are many great opportunities available to sponsor the event! Find out more in the attached flyer and share. 2025 WSCM Sponsor Flyer

WiM Eastern PA Chapter Event: Virtual Yoga 4/16/25 12-1 p.m.
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00
April 16, 2025 – 12-1 p.m.
Join us for a lunchtime virtual yoga class via Zoom with Mary Miller! Mary is a certified yoga teacher, personal trainer, and group exercise instructor for over 30 years! She is based out of South Florida and the Jersey Shore and will meet you wherever you are at along your fitness journey! Take a break from your busy work day, and join us for a relaxing yoga session, great for all skill levels! Please bring your yoga mat and water, and log on for a peaceful yoga session led by Mary!

Virtual Yoga with Mary Miller!

April 25, 2025 - The Fair Chance Employment Summit 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - CCIU Downingtown
2025-04-25 08:00 - 15:00
Don’t miss your chance to adopt a fair chance workplace!
The Fair Chance Employment Summit is Friday, April 25, 2025 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the CCIU in Downingtown. Register at 2025 E3 Fair Chance Employment Summit or email Jill Stoltzfus at jills@cciu.org.
The E3 Fair Chance Employment Summit involves training employers to adopt a fair chance workplace for individuals with prior justice system involvement.
This is a great opportunity to connect with other community employers!
Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Be a part of building a stronger PA workforce – Prepare for the future of work in Chester County – Overcome barriers to fill employment needs – Experience a real live re-entry simulation from the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

May 27, 2025 - Multi-Industry Morning Meet-up - 8:30-10AM
2025-05-27 08:00 - 10:00
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
Learn more and Register
HireONE May 27 Flyer

June 3, 2025 - Manufacturers' Meet and Network at Brickside Grille in Exton - 5:30-7:30PM
2025-06-03 17:30 - 19:30
Connect with fellow manufacturers at Brickside Grille for the annual Manufacturer-to-Manufacturer (M2M) meet-up. Light food and 2 beverages are included with your ticket.
Learn more and register https://M2M_Meet_and_Network_6-3-25.eventbrite.com

June 12, 2025 - Hiring Right: Building A Strong Team, 10AM-12PM at CCEDC
2025-06-12 10:00 - 12:00
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

Flyer – Hiring Right Building a Strong Team (2)
Register at this link: Hiring Right: Building a Strong Team

WiM Eastern PA Chapter: Cybersecurity Brunch and Learn w/ KPInterface 6/18/25 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
2025-06-18 11:00 - 13:00
June 18, 2025 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cybersecurity Brunch & Learn with KPInterface
This event is designed to educate manufacturing firms on the critical importance of cybersecurity in their operations. As cyber threats continue to grow in the manufacturing sector, this session will offer practical insights on risk mitigation and proactive investment in cybersecurity. Brian Pickell, KPInterface CEO, will be speaking at this event.
Key Focus Areas:
-The increasing cybersecurity challenges manufacturers face and the risks they pose to operations and supply chains.
-The necessity of proactive cybersecurity investments to ensure long-term resilience, rather than reacting after a breach.
-Actionable strategies businesses can implement to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and protect their critical infrastructure.

August 15, 2025 - DCCC Welding Certificate Program Meet-and-Greet, 11:30 a.m.
2025-08-15 11:30 - 12:45
Register at this link DCCC Welding Certificate Program Meet and Greet Tickets, Fri, Aug 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM | Eventbrite
Need to HIRE welders now or in the near future? Are you seeking employees who enjoy welding, or do you want to train future welders for free?
AGENDA:
11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Brief Tour and Overview Presentation.
12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Lunch & Meet-and-Greet with current and past Welding Certificate students. Manufacturers will present their businesses and job openings, and students will deliver their “elevator pitch”.
Join MACC/DC at a meet and greet opportunity at Delaware County Community College’s Advanced Technology Center. Meet soon-to-be graduates of a 225-hour hands-on Weld Certificate Program that prepares students for entry-level welding positions.
Students are expected to earn their certificates in September 2025. We will learn about the program, the students, and educators. Perhaps you’ll meet a future employee!
DCCC’s Welding Certificate Program delivers an introduction to welding and training in oxyfuel cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, blueprint reading and basic fabrication. These skills are in high demand and will prepare students for entry-level welding positions. The program is tuition-free through Philadelphia Good Works Job Challenge.
Here is a link showing DCCC’s first cohort! https://www.dccc.edu/news/first-students-in-dcccs-good-jobs-tuition-free-welding-program-earn-certificates/

August 20, 2025 - WiM Summer Social at Topgolf in KOP
2025-08-20 17:30 - 19:30
Register for the WiM Summer Social
Enjoy 2 hours of Topgolf games, light fare, and networking with WiM Eastern PA, for our summer social! Light appetizers and unlimited soft drinks will be provided. MACC/DC is a sponsor!
https://www.womeninmanufacturing.org/events/wim-eastern-pennsylvania-topgolf-king-of-prussia
MACC/DC is proud to sponsor this event!

September 16, 2025 - Employer Breakfast with The Welcoming Center
2025-09-16 09:00 - 11:00
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
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®
2025-09-18 11:30 - 14:00
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 29, 2025 - WiM Eastern PA Tee4Mfg Golf Outing 8:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.
2025-09-29 08:00 - 15:00
REGISTER>> https://www.womeninmanufacturing.org/events/wim-eastern-pennsylvania–tee-it-up-for-manufacturing-golf-outing-2025
The 5th Annual Tee4Mfg Golf Outing is September 29, 2025.
Brookside Country Club
850 N. Adams Street
Pottstown, PA 19464
Cost to Participate
$800 per Foursome
$75 for Dinner Only
Event Schedule
8:00 AM – Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:30 AM – Shotgun Start
Registration Open Now!
Bringing the region’s manufacturers together for networking and fun! The proceeds from this event will be donated to support the I AM ABLE Foundation, WiM Eastern PA Chapter, and to support Women in Manufacturing’s Education Foundation.
For sponsorships and benefits https://assets.noviams.com/novi-file-uploads/wim/Chapters/Eastern_PA/2025_Tee4Mfg_Sponsorships_2.pdf

October 8, 2025 - Barrels and Business Networking at Penns Woods Winery, 5-7:15 p.m.
2025-10-08 17:00 - 19:15
https://Barrels_and_Business_Networking_10-8-25.eventbrite.com
Sip and network with the MACC/DC, Women in Manufacturing (WiM Eastern PA) and the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry.
Light fare and two beverages are included with your ticket.
Thank you to our sponsor, THOMAS.
Catering is provided in part by Aneu Kitchens.

October 15, 2025 - TECH360 - Tap into Tomorrow! 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Penn State Great Valley Conference Center
2025-10-15 11:30 - 17:00
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

October 28, 2025 - Manufacturing (MFG) Summit - 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2025-10-28 08:00 - 12:00
The Manufacturing Alliance of Chester and Delaware counties (MACC/DC) invites you to join us this year’s MANUFACTURING SUMMIT hosted by the Greater Reading Chamber Alliance.
Learn more and register using this link https://business.greaterreading.org/events/details/2025-manufacturing-mfg-summit-11988
Join us for our region’s premier, annual manufacturing summit! The Greater Reading region celebrates manufacturing as its highest-priority industry, and shares a dedication to the industry’s success with its neighboring partners, training providers and employers the surrounding counties. Be a part of this can’t-miss event! Attendees will then enjoy a half-day agenda packed with a keynote panel discussion and presentations with key takeaway items.

Keynote Panel Discussion:
BusinessPA, which is part of PA’s Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) will discuss ways BusinessPA and the Commonwealth can assist manufacturers with business retention and expansion, business attraction strategies, incentives, working with site selectors, current sites and business marketing.
Panelists: Ali Doyle, Justine Belyus, Mike O’Rourke
Moderator: Pamela Menet, AICP, CEcD | Director of Community & Economic Development County of Berks

November 1, 2025 - Girls Exploring Tomorrow's Technology (GETT) Expo - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
2025-11-01 10:00 - 14:00
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

November 13, 2025 - ANRO Briefing and Tour at 8:30 a.m.
2025-11-13 08:30 - 10:00
Manufacturers may register at https://ANRO_Tour_11-13-25.eventbrite.com.
The MACC/DC has been invited to learn more about ANRO Inc. and take a tour. We’ll kick off the morning with a meet up over breakfast with a short presentation followed by a tour.
“Anro Inc. is a full-service commercial printing company and direct mail advertising partner based in West Chester, PA. For over 70 years, we’ve helped businesses execute high-impact print and mail campaigns with speed, precision, and personalization. Our in-house capabilities include offset and digital printing, variable data printing (VDP), automated direct mail, wide-format signage, and secure fulfillment solutions. Anro operates under one roof within a 167,000-square-foot facility equipped with state-of-the-art print technology, enabling us to maintain the highest standards of print quality, security, and control—giving you a competitive edge that sets us apart in the print and direct mail industry.”

November 18, 2025 - Engineering, Manufacturing and IT Job Fair - 2-5:00 p.m. at Penn State University, Great Valley
2025-11-18 14:00 - 17:00
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/engineering-manufacturing-and-it-job-fair-tickets-1819898729089?aff=oddtdtcreator
Engineering, Manufacturing and IT Jobs Fair – 2-5:00 p.m. Are you currently hiring at your company in any of the following roles: Product Design Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Lean Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer, Data Analyst, A.I. positions and shop floor personnel?

Help us spread the word to college students and other appropriate job seekers using the same link.

November 18 | 2-5:00 p.m. | Penn State University, Great Valley

December 3, 2025 - MA and ITAG Holiday Networking - It's our 3rd year! 5-7:00 p.m.
2025-12-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Chester County Economic Development Council, 737 Constitution Drive, Exton, PA, 19341, United States
Learn more and register at https://MA_Holiday_Networking_12-3-25.eventbrite.com.
The Manufacturing Alliance of Chester and Delaware Counties (MACC/DC) and the Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG) will gather together to celebrate the winter holidays and another successful year of the partnerships.
Connect with other manufacturers, industry partners and technology professionals at CCEDC in Exton. Enjoy conversations and share success stories, learn about upskilling employees, and available grants.
Your ticket includes light fare and beverages.
Please help us to grow the MACC/DC and ITAG Partnerships by inviting fellow industry professionals to attend!

December 5, 2025 - DCCC Welding Certificate Program Meet-and-Greet, 11:30 a.m.
2025-12-05 11:30 - 13:15
REGISTER https://DCCC_Welding_Student_Meet_and_Greet_12-5-25.eventbrite.com
Need to HIRE welders now or in the near future? Are you seeking employees who enjoy welding, or do you want to train future welders for free?
AGENDA:
11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Brief Tour and Overview Presentation.
12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. Lunch & Meet-and-Greet with current and past Welding Certificate students. Manufacturers will present their businesses and job openings, and students will deliver their “elevator pitch”.
12:45-1:15 p.m. Tables will be set up in the atrium area for employers and students to continue the conversation and exchange information.
Join MACC/DC at a meet and greet opportunity at Delaware County Community College’s Advanced Technology Center (901 Media Line Road, Media, PA 19063). Meet the educators and soon-to-be graduates of a 225-hour hands-on Weld Certificate Program that prepares students for entry-level welding positions.
Students are expected to earn their certificates in December 2025. We will learn about the program, the students, and educators. Perhaps you’ll meet a future employee!
DCCC’s Welding Certificate Program delivers an introduction to welding and training in oxyfuel cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas metal arc welding, blueprint reading and basic fabrication. These skills are in high demand and will prepare students for entry-level welding positions. The program is tuition-free through Philadelphia Good Works Job Challenge.
Here is a link showing DCCC’s first cohort! https://www.dccc.edu/news/first-students-in-dcccs-good-jobs-tuition-free-welding-program-earn-certificates/.

December 12, 2025 - DVIRC's Look Forward for 2026
2025-12-12 07:30 - 12:00
December 12, 2025 | Union League at Liberty Hill
Seating is limited. Reserve your spot today and get the expert guidance you need on AI, the economy, and succession planning in 2026. Proceeds will benefit the Travis Manion Foundation.
Look Forward for 2026

January - June 2026 Unemployment Compensation Seminars for Employers
2026-01-13 09:00 - 2026-06-10 11:00
The PA CareerLink® of Chester County has partnered with the PA Department of Labor Office of Unemployment Compensation (UC) to offer a series of seminars on a variety of topics that employers experience when dealing with UC.
Learn more UC Employer Workshops Jan-June 2026
