Sponsors of Women2Women make a commitment to aid us in developing and advancing more women leaders. By supporting our organization, they are helping us grow our impact and we support them in their missions to help others as well. It’s here where our investors offer current specials, accomplishments and news, and offers for our members!
Past Sponsor Spotlights
East Penn Manufacturing - Platinum Sponsor
Women Leading the Charge at East Penn
Women aren’t just important to East Penn, they are essential. We are fortunate enough to have a long legacy of extraordinary women who have established our foundation, shaped our culture, and spurred us on to tremendous growth. To ensure their legacy will live on, East Penn has spearheaded a Women’s Leadership Initiative to empower women to grow and thrive.
Our Women’s Leadership Initiative seeks to increase opportunities for women in the East Penn family through programs like our women’s Lean In Circles and leadership workshops. Our goal is to invest in women and help them build their networks, increase their professional confidence, and open opportunities in engineering and production, traditionally areas with low numbers of women. Internship opportunities, seasonal experiences and a sales trainee program are also focused on recruiting, retaining and promoting women in our workplaces.
We are also passionate about empowering women to take on leadership roles. We provide continuous learning and self-reflection for our current employees, giving them the tools they need to have a long, fruitful careers with upward mobility into management roles.
“As part of our culture of respect and inclusion at East Penn, we treat advancing women in the organization as a business priority because we know diversity at all levels results in improved problem solving, better customer relations and better financial performance,” said Christy Weeber, East Penn CFO.
Our partnership with Women2Women (W2W) has also been a valuable resource for East Penn. Each year, we sponsor more women to attend W2W events to learn and network and grow individually. The partnership continues to flourish because both East Penn and W2W share a passion for empowering women.
As East Penn looks at our incredible past, we are so proud of what women have accomplished here. Looking at where we are today and into our promising future, we are equally proud that the women of East Penn will play an integral role in the continued success of not only our company, but the amazing community of Greater Reading.
Alvernia University - Platinum Sponsor
Inspire…Lead…Advocate
Written by Kristin C. Eck
Almost every woman has a best friend who ignites passion, inspires enthusiasm, listens without interruptions, helps focus on strengths, and offers a safe environment for advocating views. Through these partnerships, women evolve, making them better students, mothers, advocates, and leaders. Alvernia Women’s Council (AWC) established a women’s network through community partnerships with Berks Women2Women and the Greater Reading community providing women with a program to enhance skills, provide mentorships, and educate themselves to advance in leadership roles. The AWC and Women2Women understand the importance of meeting women where they are in their life, career, and education. Their goals are to offer professional development through training, discounted educational opportunities, and life skill workshops.
On September 9th, the AWC will host a Leadership Summit entitled “Invest in Yourself. Engage. Connect. Celebrate” for students, alumni, faculty/staff, and friends. Meggan Kerber, associate vice president of institutional advancement, states that membership to the AWC is open to “any individual who is committed to enhancing the quality of life for Alvernia Women.” Students who attend Alvernia University learn the importance of connecting with the community through AWC. “Students can contribute to the Alvernia community through sports, service, or student leadership positions. Alvernia wants students to leave with the skills to be future leaders and genuinely good people,” said Molly Herbold ’22.
Along with the AWC, the university established the Office of Justice, Equity, and Inclusion to ensure the Alvernia community is one of inclusive thoughts, culture, ideals and vision. Alvernia is offering a spring class focusing on women and diversity. For more information about Alvernia’s adult and graduate courses or the AWC Leadership Summit, check out our website at Alvernia.edu.
UGI Utilities, Inc. - Title Sponsor
UGI Utilities, Inc is proud to provide ongoing support to Women2Women. We recognize the important role this program plays in advancing women’s roles in leadership in the workplace, providing a safe place for feedback and encouragement, and the engagement of women to further equality for all.
UGI recently launched the BIDE (Belonging, Inclusion, Diversity and Equality) Imperative, which was created to enhance and expand our efforts to be part of the solution in addressing systemic racism and injustice in our communities. As part of BIDE, UGI provides support and coordination through Employee Resource Groups, such as the Women’s Impact Network (WIN). WIN is focused on fostering an enriched environment to recruit, retain, develop and advance our female and minority leaders within the UGI Family of Companies.
UGI Utilities, Inc. is proud to provide energy to over 700,000 homes and business across Pennsylvania. We have been a part of our communities for over a century, with tens of thousands of miles of infrastructure underground or overhead. Our support for our communities doesn’t end there – UGI and its employees invest hundreds of thousands of dollars every year to lifesaving programs like the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign and organizations like Girl Scouts, which ensure a better future for us all. In addition, our employees volunteer thousands of hours with local fire departments, youth athletics, various non-profit boards and committees, and countless other organizations that are making a difference in our communities every day. At UGI, we are glad to do our part to make the areas we serve a great place to live and work.
UGI Utilities, Inc. is a natural gas and electric utility headquartered in Denver, Pennsylvania, serving more than 730,000 customers in 45 Pennsylvania counties and one county in Maryland. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of UGI Corporation, based in Valley Forge.
Penske - Platinum Sponsor
Founded in Reading, PA over 50 years ago, Penske is a global company with local roots. As one of Berks County’s largest employers, we remain strongly committed to reflecting the values and diversity of our surrounding community.
Penske fosters a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages women at every level of our organization. Our Women in the Field and Women in Logistics initiatives bring women together through professional development programs, networking and mentorship. These opportunities, in addition to our comprehensive benefits and renowned company culture, have earned Penske repeated recognition by the Women in Trucking Association as a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation.
“Over the years, we have taken a measured but intentional approach in creating impactful development programs that are focused on advancing the careers of women throughout our organization,” said Nikita Rhodes, vice president for diversity and inclusion. “We are proud of the progress made within our women leadership ranks, which we attribute to this forward-thinking approach to development and career advancement.”
Female associates rally around charitable causes through the Penske Women’s Network, including local women’s shelters, the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania and Girls on the Run. Additionally, as a key sponsor of Women2Women, the Women in Trucking Association, TechForce Foundation, Truckers Against Trafficking and other nonprofit groups, Penske is proud to support the advancement and well-being of women both inside and outside the transportation industry.
Penske associates help move lives and businesses forward. Make your next career move with Penske by visiting www.penske.jobs.
First National Bank - Platinum Sponsor
First National Bank (FNB), the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, is one of the region’s leading full-service banks. For more than 150 years, we’ve been committed to our customers and communities. We prioritize innovation, give back through financial support and service and deliver comprehensive products and services – all of which is made possible by employees who embrace our commitment to doing what’s right.
Our employees are key to our success and we strive to deliver a diverse, rewarding workplace where every team member can learn, grow and prosper. Our commitment to personal and professional well-being extends beyond competitive compensation and generous benefits to include employee-friendly programs that promote a meaningful work/life balance and improved mental, physical and financial health. These programs include parental and caregiver leave, adoption assistance and child care programs to ensure that employees have financial support and time to focus on their families.
We also emphasize continued development through interactive training, educational assistance, employee mentorship and recognition programs. Employees contribute to ongoing dialogue about important issues through initiatives such as FNB’s Diversity Council, employee resource groups and the Women in Business Council. Each member of our team fosters an inclusive and engaged culture where everyone has an opportunity to excel, with over half of executive, senior official and manager roles held by employees who are women, minorities or both.
FNB’s special culture has resulted in more than 30 honors as a leading workplace. We have received recognition for our commitment to inclusion with Mansfield Rule: Legal Department certification, DiversityJobs.com Top Employer honors and a 3+ rating by 5050 Women on Boards. To learn more about FNB, our career opportunities, community involvement and diversity and inclusion efforts, visit our website at www.fnb-online.com. FNB is an equal opportunity employer.
UGI Utilities - Title Sponsor
UGI Utilities, Inc is proud to provide ongoing support to Women2Women. We recognize the important role this program plays in advancing women’s roles in leadership in the workplace, providing a safe place for feedback and encouragement, and the engagement of women to further equality for all.
UGI recently launched the BIDE (Belonging, Inclusion, Diversity and Equality) Imperative, which was created to enhance and expand our efforts to be part of the solution in addressing systemic racism and injustice in our communities. As part of BIDE, UGI provides support and coordination through Employee Resource Groups, such as the Women’s Impact Network (WIN). WIN is focused on fostering an enriched environment to recruit, retain, develop and advance our female and minority leaders within the UGI Family of Companies.
UGI Utilities, Inc. is proud to provide energy to over 700,000 homes and business across Pennsylvania. We have been a part of our communities for over a century, with tens of thousands of miles of infrastructure underground or overhead. Our support for our communities doesn’t end there – UGI and its employees invest hundreds of thousands of dollars every year to lifesaving programs like the American Red Cross Home Fire Campaign and organizations like Girl Scouts, which ensure a better future for us all. In addition, our employees volunteer thousands of hours with local fire departments, youth athletics, various non-profit boards and committees, and countless other organizations that are making a difference in our communities every day. At UGI, we are glad to do our part to make the areas we serve a great place to live and work.
UGI Utilities, Inc. is a natural gas and electric utility headquartered in Denver, Pennsylvania, serving more than 730,000 customers in 45 Pennsylvania counties and one county in Maryland. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of UGI Corporation, based in Valley Forge.
Alvernia University - Platinum Sponsor
Alvernia University’s partnership with Women2Women exemplifies the long-standing commitment we have had to the advancement and perseverance of women. In 2018, Alvernia celebrated its 60th Anniversary, and in the span of more than a half a century, what started in 1958 by the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters as a small women’s college, has become a regionally and nationally recognized comprehensive, competitive, multi-campus university.
Alvernia established its first Women’s Council (AWC) in 2018 to meet the demand for women’s advocacy, development, and empowerment at the University. Annually, the AWC hosts a signature Fall Luncheon, an all-female mentorship program, on-campus student programs focused on personal and professional development, and cultivation events meant to inspire and strengthen the engagement of AWC members to each other and the University.
Partnership with the Women2Women program not only brings immense benefit to our employees and students, but to W2W members as well. Any member of W2W is eligible to receive discounted tuition at the University. Throughout the year, sponsorship benefits allow Alvernia women to experience W2W programs as well as creating opportunities for students to attend events. This partnership not only creates a pathway for the next generation of female leaders but provides current leaders with the confidence and tools to thrive.
Additionally, through an incredible partnership with the Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation, Alvernia is able to offer scholarships for returning or second-career women who are seldom able to qualify for financial aid. Since establishing the fund in 2016, more than 20 female students have been awarded scholarships creating pathways to graduation that were previously closed.
Alvernia women take pride in the number of women in senior leadership positions, the supportive environment provided for a healthy work-life balance, and the commitment to the advancement of women.
Penn State Health St Joseph - Title Sponsor
Penn State Health St. Joseph has always been intentional in our support of women both within our organization and throughout the community. One of the more visible signs of this support is our women’s health program.
Recognizing that women’s bodies differ from men’s in many subtle ways, we have made specialized care for women’s health issues a priority. In addition to hiring a urogynecologist, who specializes in treating all conditions of the female urinary and reproductive tract, we staff a rheumatologist, who treats the high proportion of women who have rheumatoid arthritis.
St. Joseph also continues to make it easier for women to access our services. If you’re a woman over 40 or you have a family history of breast cancer, a yearly screening mammogram is one of the most important things you can do to take care of yourself. Early detection gives you the best chance of beating breast cancer. St. Joseph has helped by introducing the only no-referral-needed mammography service in Berks County. Women now can walk into our Exeter Ridge or Bern campus locations and get a screening mammogram without a referral or appointment.
Our obstetrics providers, certified nurse midwives and pediatricians offer care close to home through several locations in Berks County, including our Exeter Ridge practice, which recently began offering obstetric and gynecologic care. That strong focus on mother and child health care, along with the implementation of the 10 Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, led to Baby-Friendly USA designating St. Joseph as a Baby-Friendly Hospital.
We invite you to learn more about our commitment to providing comprehensive, compassionate women’s health services at every stage of life. Visit our online platform at www.PennStateHealthWomensHealth.org to find out how we can partner with you in achieving lifelong health and wellness.
Wells Fargo - Title Sponsor
Mary Jean Noon, Vice President, Business Banking Team Lead – Wells Fargo
Rachael Romig, Director – Women2Women
Laura Haffner, Region Bank President, Central PA Region – Wells Fargo
