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Don't Miss Our 2024 Annual Awards Celebration Keynote Speaker: Jose Garces

The Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry is thrilled to announce that renowned chef and restaurateur, Jose Garces, will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Annual Awards Dinner. The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, November 7th, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the picturesque Gardens at Applecross.

The Annual Awards Dinner is the premier awards ceremony of the year, celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of our members over the past year. This longstanding Chamber tradition will feature a sit-down dinner and will honor two distinguished members of our community: the Corporate Citizen of the Year and the Executive of the Year. The Chamber will announce the winners of these prestigious awards in August.

Jose Garces, a celebrated figure in the culinary world and an esteemed entrepreneur, will deliver the keynote address. Known for his innovative approach to cuisine and his successful portfolio of restaurants, Garces brings a wealth of experience and inspiration. His journey from a rising star chef to a prominent business leader will undoubtedly provide valuable insights and motivation to all attendees.

"We are incredibly excited to have Jose Garces join us for this special evening," said Laura Manion, President of the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry. "His story of dedication, creativity, and success resonates deeply with our mission and values. We look forward to his inspiring words as we honor the achievements of our outstanding members."

The Gardens at Applecross provides a beautiful and elegant setting for this celebration, ensuring an unforgettable evening for all attendees. The event promises to be a night of recognition, networking, and celebration, bringing together business leaders and community members to honor excellence and foster connections.

Tickets for the Annual Awards Dinner are now available and can be purchased through the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry’s website. For more information about the event, ticketing, or sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.chescochamber.org or contact Laura Manion at Laura@chescochamber.org.

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Legislative Update

The Future of Reliable Energy in Chester County

Earlier today, CCCBI hosted its August edition of the monthly Speaker Series: The Future of Reliable Energy.

This series set out with three goals, to educate businesses on the current and future landscape of energy reliability, including infrastructure, technology, and regulations, to equip businesses with actionable strategies to enhance energy efficiency, infrastructure resilience, and sustainability, and to engage stakeholders in discussions on overcoming challenges and leveraging opportunities within the evolving energy sector.

Guest panelists Tyler Ladd, PE: Director of Power Engineering and Capital Design & Construction at Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), P. Timothy Phelps: Executive Director at Transportation Management Association of Chester County, and Greg A. Vietri: President at G.A. Vietri, Inc. Electrical Construction, joined CCCBI Member and Non-Member attendees to share their experiences and perspectives.

The open discussion allowed guests to ask questions and express the challenges that their business and employees are facing. Organizations like SEPTA are investing in energy efficiency and reliability efforts, like zero emission busses, solar generation projects and microgrid evaluations. TMACC is constantly seeking acting as a resource and collaborator in multimodal transportation solutions. At G.A. Vietri Inc. Electrical Construction, they have seen over forty years’ worth of infrastructure changes and necessities when it comes to both construction and emergency services.

This unique conversation provided a new look into the problems that Chester County residents and businesses are facing, as well as the distribution and infrastructure challenges that energy providers are facing.

Thank you to all who joined us, including our knowledgeable panelists and our Lunch Sponsor, Bowers R&D Associates.

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Member Spotlight

Chester County History Center

Have you ever wondered how Chester County came to be the thriving, historic, and multicultural county it is today?

A considerable number of prominent figures and historic events of National importance took place in Chester County, and we are here to preserve and tell those stories. For 130 years, Chester County History Center (CCHC) has been the safe keeper of our rich local history. The History Center is a nationally recognized, awarded, and trusted institution offering successful programs and experiences to constituents of all ages from Chester County and the Greater Philadelphia Area. Exhibits, events, and educational programs serve the community by connecting diverse residents and ideas that illustrate how this place is unique and relevant in our National landscape. Our programs, events, and educational offerings are unique and supported by a collection of 950,000+ items preserving 300 years of Chester County History including 5,000 square feet of exhibition space. You can learn about the history of our County by visiting our Museum, doing research in our Library, and participating in our lectures, walking tours, and events.

A very exciting line-up of Walking Tours starts this month through December: Architectural History, Plagues and Pestilence, Chilling West Chester, and Holiday Stroll. This December, the History Center will share a spirit of unity and togetherness with the inaugural Season of Lights, a multicultural holiday celebration for all community members to share in the warmth of the holiday season. This celebration will feature holiday displays and decorations from a variety of cultures, businesses, and individuals that call Chester County home. As part of Season of Lights, the History Center is collaborating with the Kennett Symphony Orchestra on a special Holiday Concert. For more information on our events and programs, please visit www.mycchc.org. To learn how you can be part of Season of Lights please visit www.mycchc.org/seasonoflights.

Corporate Memberships are available offering great benefits including free access to our Museum and Library, venue rental discounts, special event passes, and more! Explore our Memberships by visiting www.mycchc.org/membership .

Every year, the History Center engages over 20,000 members of the community. The organization is committed to offering accessible and equitable participation opportunities for all community members and to serving and supporting the diverse community of Chester County and beyond including, but not limited to, people of all ages, abilities, economic circumstances, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, or sexual identity.