The Manufacturer & Business Association (The MBA), in conjunction with the MBA Business Magazine, will host its fourth annual Nonprofit, Education and Economic Development IMPACT Luncheon & Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at the MBA Conference Center, 2171 West 38th Street. Registration begins at 11:15 a.m. All media are invited to attend.
The event, which is geared toward employers, will bring together leaders, innovators and change makers from area nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and the business world for networking, collaboration and inspiration.
“This event is a great way for our members to connect,” says MBA President and CEO Lori Joint. “We think it is especially important for business leaders and HR members who can benefit from learning more about the valuable programs and resources in our community as well as the outreach opportunities that are available today.”
Featured speaker for the event is Ben Wilson, Ed.D., chief executive officer of the Greater Erie Community Action Committee (GECAC). GECAC plays a vital role in regional workforce development and education and also serves as Erie County’s designated Area Agency on Aging, offering a comprehensive range of services to support older Americans.
During his presentation, Wilson will share an overview of poverty in Erie County – the many faces of poverty; the role of community action; and bridging the gap between poverty and self-sufficiency.
Wilson, who returned to GECAC in December 2024 as its sixth CEO, previously served as senior advisor for Workforce Development and Transformation at Thomas P. Miller & Associates (TPMA), a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in workforce development, education, research and economic development. In addition, Wilson, who earned his Doctor of Education from the University of Pittsburgh, serves as an adjunct professor at the Erie County Community College, where he mentors and supports emerging professionals. He also was appointed by the governor to the Pennsylvania State Board of Education, where he helps shape statewide education policy.
Cost for the event is $40 for MBA Members and $70 Nonmembers and includes lunch.
The event is sponsored by Duncan Financial Group.
To register, visit mbausa.org or contact Melissa Lesniewski at 814/833-3200 or 800/815-2660.
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