Chester County Economic Development Council

View Our 2023-24 Highlights

Our Core Services

Our Impact

CCEDC promotes business and community prosperity in Chester County through a balanced economic development strategy that fosters private sector growth and job creation while preserving the county’s quality of life. Here are some highlights from our last fiscal year.

Initiatives of the CCEDC

AgConnect

Building the capacity of farmers and their supply-chain partners through investment in business training, and workforce.

Economic Development Partners Initiative

Creating tax ratable commercial and industrial properties and permanent, full-time sustainable jobs.

Health Care Connect

Addressing the workforce and business development needs within the local healthcare delivery system.

HireOne

Developing key strategies for successfully connecting job seekers to hiring employers.

Innovative Technology Action Group

Regional technology leaders identifying common challenges and advancing real solutions.

i2n

Supporting start up businesses in life sciences, energy, and information technology.

Manufacturing Alliance of Chester and Delaware Counties

Promotes manufacturing industry growth through workforce and economic development services.

Seedcopa

A CCEDC affiliate program specializing in SBA 504, 7A, and USDA financing for small businesses.

Smart Energy Initiative

Providing comprehensive workforce and business development services to partnering energy organizations.

Upcoming Events

ITAG Partnership Meeting – The AI Shift: Rethinking Talent Strategies in the Age of Intelligent Work

22nd Annual CCEDC Golf Classic

15th Annual Stakeholders Breakfast

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News

Jim Hammond Promoted to Chief Financial Officer

Chester County Commissioners Partner on Important Discussion Regarding State of the Economy

2025 Chester County Hall of Fame Highlights

Longwood Gardens President and CEO Paul B. Redman Inducted into Chester County Hall of Fame

Chester County and Delaware County Middle School Students Take Top Honors in 2025 What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? Video Contest