- Vice President of Innovation and Educational Ventures at Alvernia University and the founder of Total Experience Learning®, an award-winning instructional methodology recognized nationally and internationally, including by the United Nations. She is also CEO of ConvergEd, LLC and founder of Gemalina Glass, LLC.Adelle serves on multiple boards, including the Stanley…
- Alexa Wojciechowski serves as the Community Impact Lead at Brentwood Industries, where she oversees the company’s charitable giving, community impact, and educational outreach programs. This includes leadership of Brentwood Industries Gives (BIG), a key initiative focused on driving social impact through strategic philanthropy and partnerships. With over 20 years of experience…
- Deborah Hartranft is the Chief Community Relations Officer at Berks Community Health Center (BCHC), where she leads Development, Advocacy, Outreach, Grants, and Communications. In this role, she ensures that all stakeholders—including patients, community members, board members, donors, government officials, and staff—are informed, engaged, and empowered.Debbie brings a wealth of…
- Heather Adams is the Executive Director of Berks Community Television (BCTV), where she leads efforts to expand community media and civic engagement across Berks County. Since joining BCTV in 2014, Heather has championed the empowerment of citizen content creators and broadening access to local information with innovative media…
- John graduated from Lehigh University in 1971 with a B.S. in Industrial Engineering. His early career included Project Management at a Fortune 500 company and a Management Consultant for Ernst and Young. John is not only a leader in the information technology industry but also within the local community. He has serves on the Board of TEC Centro and is the Chair of the Foundation for the Reading…
- Julia Nickey serves as the Regional Director of Marketing and Communications for Penn State Health, where she leads high-impact campaigns that drive brand awareness, patient engagement, and community trust. With a strategic focus on measurable outcomes, Julia has successfully launched multi-channel marketing initiatives that have increased service line…
- Kirsten Deysher serves as the Director of Strategic Relationships and Business Development at Entech Engineering, Inc., an engineering and consulting firm headquarter in Reading, PA. Dedicated to building strong client relationships, driving revenue growth and advancing community, Kirsten has over 20 years of diverse experience in marketing, communications, client relationship management,…
- Kristi Gage-Linderman is CEO of Gage Talent & Business Solutions, a multi-generational recruiting firm that connects thousands of people with meaningful careers each year. Under her leadership, Gage has been recognized by Forbes as a Top 200 Professional Recruiting Firm in America for three consecutive years.A third-generation business leader and passionate…
- Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for the Santander Arena & Performing Arts Center and the ECHL Reading Royals, a proud AA affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms. She began her career in the nonprofit performing arts world, where her passion for collaboration fueled a path from tour management and box office to group sales, premium hospitality, and ultimately,…
- Executive Director of Berks Arts, a role she assumed in June 2024 after serving as Event Operations Director. A lifelong resident of Reading, PA, Tish brings decades of experience in event production and community engagement, including 18 years of volunteer work with Berks Jazz Fest. Prior to joining Berks Arts full-time, she retired from R.M. Palmer Candy Co. after a 30-…
