Alvernia University, Tom Masono, RKL, Patent Hacks, Visions Federal Credit Union, Mosteller & Associates, Optimize for Growth and the O’Pake Institute are proud to sponsor the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership at Alvernia University.
This collaboration is designed to strengthen closely held businesses and provide support at every step of the business life cycle. The goal of the Center is to provide business owners and key personnel with timely and valuable information through a series of educational programs on relevant business topics.
While there is a fee for premier events, most topics are free as is Center membership. Membership is available to entrepreneurs, families in business, and strategic level executives with closely held firms, and offers opportunities for professional, personal, and business growth.
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Visions Federal Credit Union is a not for profit financial institution completely owned by its members. Established in 1966, Visions proudly serves over 230,000 members in communities throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Services include banking as well as auto, home, personal, and business loans. Visit visionsfcu.org for more information.
For more than 25 years, Herbein Mosteller HR Solutions (formerly Mosteller & Associates) has helped our clients succeed with confidence – by delivering customized human resources programs and strategies. At Herbein Mosteller HR Solutions we know that people and culture are essential to the success of any organization and we are equipped to provide the insights, expertise, or support needed to bridge the gap and harness the power of your human capital.
RKL LLP is a leading advisory firm with offices located in Pennsylvania and beyond. We tap into a wide range of services — tax, accounting, financial management, workforce strategies, private wealth, technology and more — to deliver solutions that help organizations and individuals navigate everyday complexities and get to the next level, however they define it. Fueled by the talent and dedication of nearly 600 professionals, we’re consistently ranked among the nation’s top firms and Pennsylvania’s “Best Places to Work.” Learn more at rklcpa.com.
Patent Hacks® is a patent education company founded by three former USPTO patent examiners. Our mission is to make patenting affordable and attainable for everyone. The Patent Hacks® Learning Center is an all-in-one patent education platform that teaches individuals how to validate, prepare, and file their own patent applications. Our no experience required simplified learning process makes it possible for anyone to protect their ideas and grow a successful business.
Tom Masano Auto Group new & used dealership was founded in 1954 by brothers Tom and Bruce when they opened a small used car dealership in Reading Pennsylvania. Over the decades, the Masano Family has grown a small car dealership into a thriving multi-dealership auto group. Current manufacturers include America’s iconic brand, Ford, LINCOLN, and world-class luxury brands such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz trucks, SUVs and cars for sale. Additionally, Masano USA Pre-Owned SuperCenter rounds out the Tom Masano Auto Group with over 300 used vehicles
Since the workplace is changing every day, our center is willing to adapt to change with you. Any programs can be customized to tailor to your company’s specific needs and qualifications.
The Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership also provides the services provided below:
Alvernia focuses on real-world, experimental learning opportunities and incorporates this approach into nearly every degree program through hands- on learning. Our learn by doing approach will nurture and develop the skillsets that organizations look for in their employees.
Our corporate partnerships receive exclusive preferred tuition pricing for employees who enroll in our School of Graduate and Adult Education degree programs. This preferred pricing is offered in addition to any employer tuition reimbursement assistance.
Alvernia’s Professional Development Programs start with understanding the “why”. Understanding the core values and the development path for your staff Is key to providing the best training solution to meet your needs. Our team of talented faculty will engage your executive leadership teams in developing customizable programs within our core curriculum to address your specific challenges.
Within our core leadership program offering, our team will work with you to customize these topics and more to find the development solutions that best suit your needs. Our leadership development program is offered in the following modules:
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The business world demands well-prepared leadership and comprehensive planning to succeed, and our business education and services programs can help you grow your people and your enterprise. We offer business education, consulting and research services, and we can customize programs for your company or organization to meet your specific needs and even conduct them onsite at your location.
We help with:
Reach out to schedule an appointment with us to discuss any specific training sessions we can offer.
Don Schalk
Director of Business and Corporate Development
(484)-254-2127
donald.schalk@alvernia.edu