About CBW+
ALL ARE WELCOME! Chamber Business Women+ (CBW+) promotes the progression and advancement of professional women through the education and sharing of ideas and experiences. We invite everyone (of all gender identities) who supports this mission to join the events.
The Chamber Business Women+ is a program created by the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC featuring monthly speakers discussing personal and professional development topics. Meetings include time for networking with peers in the business community. This series benefits everyone from early-career professionals to executive leadership.
Events are open to all members free of charge. Non-members are welcome with a small registration fee. Register through our events calendar.
2026 CBW+ Speaker Series Lineup
February 25
Confident by Design
Betsy Hamm, Loud & Lifted
March 18
Negotiating with Confidence: Tactics for Women Leaders
Paula Starnes, Member of the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women
April 22
Leading with Purpose: Reflection, Growth, and Professional Evolution
Dr. Karen Kim, Penn State College of Medicine
May 27
Trauma, Tragedy, and Grief: Transforming Leadership and Teamwork
Andrea Becker, WellSpan Health
Stacy Beers, Penn State Health
June 24
Resilience in Work and Life
Parul Luthra, Capital Blue Cross
September 30
Networking for Personal and Professional Growth
Lori Renne, UPMC
October 28
Menopause in the Workplace: Why It Matters for Your Business
Ashley Walkowiak, Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women
November 17
Building Strong Ground Through Courageous Conversations
Jolene Pickens
