A shared vision for economic growth and prosperity
Centre County’s Economic Development Strategy is a comprehensive, collaborative plan representing the County’s shared vision for economic growth, resilience, and sustainability. Launched in October 2024 by the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County and the Economic Development Council, the plan outlines strategic actions to streamline resources, develop workforce, and strengthen community engagement across all sectors. The plan was developed with input from regional stakeholders, leaders, and community members from a diverse array of industries.
Centre County is a thriving community in the heart of Pennsylvania where the spirit of connection and pride drives economic growth. Leveraging the area’s unique advantages, Centre County’s Economic Development Strategy aims to unlock the region’s full economic potential.
The plan provides a shared economic development vision for the next five to ten years, considering local assets, challenges, and opportunities. Its goal is to ensure that all residents benefit from economic opportunities in the area and that Centre County plays a pivotal role in advancing Pennsylvania’s competitiveness. Together, we will build a sustainable, resilient economic future that reflects our values and harnesses our strengths, propelling Centre County’s economy forward.
Contributors
Economic Development Council
Gary Brandeis
Hyatt Place State College
Steve Brawley
Ben Franklin
Adam Brumbaugh
College Township
Lauren Bryson
Focus Central PA
Philip Cahill
RBA Professional Data Systems
Elizabeth Crisfield
Clearwater Conservancy
James DeLattre
Penn State
Todd Dolbin
Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County
Todd Erdley
Ben Franklin Technology Partners
Amy Farkas
Patton Township
Richard Fiore, Jr.
Leonard S. Fiore, Inc.
Thomas Fountaine
Borough of State College
John Franek
Centre County Government
Taylor Hawbaker
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
Dan Hawbaker
Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc.
Greg Hayes
Kish Bank
Mark Higgins
Centre County Government
Lam Hood
College Township Industrial Development Authority
OJ Johnston
OJ Johnston Consulting
Kendra Kielbasa
Downtown State College Improvement District
Kurt Kissinger
Mount Nittany Health
Cindy Kunes
Friends of Glenn Thompson
Molly Kunkel
Centre Foundation
Ed LeClear
Borough of State College
Elizabeth Lockwood
SEDA-COG
Cristin Long
McQuaide Blasko Attorneys at Law
Chris Magent
Alexander Building Construction Co.
Anthony Marfisi
First National Bank
Mike McAndrew
Northwest Bank
Brandy McAulay
Universal Settlement Services of PA, LLC.
Stephen McKnight
Altoona Blair County Development Corporation
Keri Miller
College Township Industrial Development Authority
Joshua Montler
Lee Industries
Julian Morales
Penn State
Bob Poole
S & A Homes & Subsidiaries
Cheryl Johnson
Private Industry Council of the Central Corridor
Terry Powers
M&T Bank
Al Pringle
Keystone Realty
Chris Rhine
PSECU
Thomas Richey
Giant Food Store 6072
John Rodgers
PNC Bank
Greg Scott
Centre County Industrial Development Authority
John Sepp
PennTerra Engineering, Inc.
Tara Shaffer
AmeriServ Bank
Steven Smith
AccuWeather
Fritz Smith
Happy Valley Adventure Bureau
Travis Snyder
CNB Bank
Mike Stefan
Pennsylvania State University
Matt Stuckey
Stuckey Mitsubishi Super Centre
Dolores Taricani
Millennial I
Leslie Temple
Fulton Bank
Kirk Thomas
Geisinger
Edward Tubbs
Hospitality Asset Management Company, Inc.
George Woskob
Executive Offices by GN Associates