Chamber Chat

Carina Hatfield is the proud third-generation owner of Weigner Insurance & Financial Services, her family's business since 1953. Carina joins us to share how she went from being a massage therapist to owning the family business and how Weigner's family-oriented spirit gives clients an exceptional experience. We also chat with Carina about her involvement in REACH: Empowering and Connecting Women and how an idea during the initial pandemic shutdown sparked a new tradition within the group. Connect with Carina Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

After years of working for other people and corporations, Kristen Sirbak decided to pursue her passion and take ownership of Beverly's Pastry Shop, Pottstown's local bakery for over 40 years. She shares her amazing story and how she and her team embrace the community around them and spread positivity. Kristen is all about women empowerment, and she also shares her Downtown Lady Bosses initiative, where she is highlighting local women for Women's History Month. Follow Beverly's on: Facebook | Instagram Connect with Kristen Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Tessi Melchior, Executive Director of Foundation for Boyertown Education, joins us on Chamber Chat to talk about the Foundation's initiatives for enriching the educational experience of Boyertown Area School District Students. Tessi is joined by Foundation Board Members Greg Herb and Nicole Manley. Connect with Tessi Connect with Greg Connect with Nicole Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Eric C. Frey, Esq. of Dischell Bartle Dooley Law Offices shares his career in law and how the firm works with their clients.   Eric's work focuses on real estate, corporate, banking and municipal law. He represents clients throughout all stages of the real estate sales process including the drafting of sales and purchase agreements, guidance through the loan process, and representation at settlement. He advises clients on ownership issues, land use, zoning and more. Connect with Eric Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Heather Chandler, President of Sealstrip Corporation, shares with us why Sealstrip Corporation has been consecutively recognized as one of Pennsylvania's Best Places to Work for the past 11 years, and how you can join the amazing team! They are hiring for multiple manufacturing roles, both full-time. Click here for more information on Sealstrip's current openings. Learn more about Sealstrip Corporation Connect with Heather Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

If you're a Chamber Chat fan, you might already know a little bit about our host Bill Vitiello of The Victory Bank. In this episode, we did things a little differently and had Bill as our guest! Learn more about Bill, what he sees in the future for Chamber Chat, and more. Thank you to Drew of Delicious Marketing, who helps us with all of the behind-the-scenes aspects of Chamber Chat, for interviewing Bill! Connect with Bill Learn more about The Victory Bank Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Peggy Lee-Clark, Executive Director of Pottstown Area Industrial Development (PAID), Inc., shares some of PAID's current initiatives and areas of focus for ongoing economic development and revitalization of Pottstown. Connect with Peggy Learn more about PAID Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Bruce Baldwin has over 30 years of expertise in civil and corporate litigation and corporate and business representation with Wolf, Baldwin and Associates, P.C. and shares with us his journey in law. Connect with Bruce Learn more about Wolf, Baldwin & Associates, P.C. Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Connor McCormick, Doctor of Chiropractic at McCormick Chiropractic, shares some valuable tips on how to maintain good, healthy posture at work! If your job requires you to sit for long periods of time and you spend a lot of time on a computer or mobile device, you may notice the occasional back or neck pain. Sitting at a desk doesn't have to be uncomfortable - a few small shifts in your posture can help you feel better, be comfortable at work, and benefit your long-term health! Connect with Connor Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Brian Pickell, CEO and Co-Founder of KPInterface, tells us all about what this multi-service technology company can do for your business. Managing technology can be stressful and time-consuming - KPInterface is here to help you with that so you can have more time to focus on other components of your business. Connect with Brian Learn more about KPInterface Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Kim Kostival and Rose-Ann Klementisz take us on a tour of Arcadia at Limerick Pointe, a new senior living community with a strong family foundation and faith-based living.  Connect with Kim Connect with Rose Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Richard Newell, CEO and Dr. Richard McLaughlin of Pottstown Hospital - Tower Health share important recent updates on COVID-19 and the current wave, and important tips for staying safe and healthy.   Learn more about Pottstown Hospital - Tower Health Learn more about Chamber Chat TriCounty Area Chamber of Commerce (TCACC), the tri-county region's business advocate since 1927, is a membership-based organization serving businesses in southeastern Berks, western Montgomery, and northern Chester Counties, as well as along the Route 422 Corridor. We are committed to building communities, creating connections, and supporting commerce. Visit our website at www.tricountyareachamber.com.

Dave Czarnecki, President of CzarStar Security, joined us on Chamber Chat Live to share some of CzarStar Security's history and discuss the many services and advanced technology they offer to help businesses and homeowners feel safe and secure. Connect with Dave Learn more about CzarStar Security

Amy Styer Tahtabrounian, founder of StyerGroup, shares with us the story of her company and its family roots and her professional journey into architecture and interior design. We also learned that she has a consignment shop called Amy's Attic! Connect with Amy Learn more about StyerGroup

Drew Griffin, co-founder of Delicious Marketing, is the guy you can go to if you need some "delicious" marketing hacks! Check out this Chamber Chat for some awesome tips and resources you can implement into your business's marketing strategy. Connect with Drew Learn more about Delicious Marketing

Kevin Gaines and Stephane McCullough of American Financial Management Group (AFMG) joined us on this Chamber Chat Live to share some great tips about managing your financial portfolio and the many great services AFMG offers their clients. Connect with Kevin Connect with Stephanie Learn more about AFMG

Adrianne Prewitt of Manatawny Still Works takes us inside the distillery in this exciting episode of Chamber Chat! Learn more about Manatawny's practices, which are based on old-world production with a reverent nod to the history of the region. Did you know Manatawny is Lenape for "the place we meet to drink"? Follow Manatawny Still Works on Facebook

Baran Schultz, CEO of Schultz Technology and TCACC Board of Directors Chair, joined us on Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day to talk about the future of TCACC: where we're headed, and what we have in the works! Connect with Baran Learn more about Schultz Technology

Annalisa Smithson, LPC, MA, MEd of Animal-Assisted Therapy discusses the 7 domains of self-care, and helps our host Bill create his own self-care plan! In a very stressful and emotionally tiring time, it's very important to take care of yourself. A special thank you to Annalisa for sharing these very valuable self-care tips with us. Connect with Annalisa Follow Annalisa on Facebook

Bill chats with Dr. Dennis Mauro of ROG Orthodontics. Learn how Dr. Mauro and the wonderful team of ROG Orthodontics bring fantastic smiles to so many people every day! ROG Orthodontics Website  Follow ROG on Facebook To learn more about Chamber Chat, email Danielle at danielle@tricountyareachamber.com. #ChamberChat