Marrea Walker-Smith Among Women of Distinction
November 26, 2018
The Philadelphia Business Journal annually celebrates influential businesswomen in our region through the Women of Distinction Awards. An editorial panel of judges selected 35 women from a total of 300 nominations for this year’s Women of Distinction class. “We were looking for women from every industry and profession. Specifically, we were looking for professional achievement,… Read More >
Sweet Deal: Local Chocolate Factory Finds a Way to Grow Affordably
October 30, 2018
When Master Chocolatier Christopher Curtin was featured on one of CNN’s most popular shows, he suddenly had a very sweet problem on his hands. “We pretty much doubled in size, and suddenly we needed larger space for machinery, packaging and ingredients,” says Curtin, whose Eclat Chocolate factory store is located on South High Street in West Chester…. Read More >
CCEDC participates in tour of West Chester for DCED Secretary, Dennis Davin
October 26, 2018
On Wednesday, October 24, downtown West Chester was honored to host Dennis Davin, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, along with other members of the DCED and Mike Grigalonis and MaryFrances McGarrity from the Chester County Economic Development Council, on a tour of several state-funded community development and revitalization projects in Downtown West Chester, PA,… Read More >
ITAG November 2018 Partnership Meeting and Networking
October 19, 2018
Join us at ITAG’s board meeting while connecting with the region’s technology employers. AGENDA: 4:00 – 4:40 pm ITAG Board Business Session 4:40 – 5:25 pm Interactive Breakout Session – We need your ideas!! 5:25 – 5:30 pm HireOne/ReferOne 5:30 – 7:00 pm … Read More >
$500,000 program to invigorate IT sector in Chester County
August 27, 2018
Digital First Media August 25, 2018 Exton >> The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry and Department of Community and Economic Development have announced a $500,000 award to the Southeast Pennsylvania Regional Workforce Developments Boards, which includes Chester County, and several nearby counties. The funding will be used to address critical staffing needs within the… Read More >
$500K grant from Wells Fargo to help revitalization efforts in Coatesville
July 26, 2018
By Pete Bannan, Daily Local News COATESVILLE >> Another brick in the revitalization of Coatesville fell into place Tuesday as the Wells Fargo Regional Foundation (WFRF) announced a $500,000 grant toward the Coatesville Growing Greater Neighborhood Revitalization Initiativein partnership with the Chester County Economic Development Foundation. The funds will be used to implement neighborhood-strengthening strategies developed by… Read More >
Commercial Real Estate Loans: How to Navigate Changing Regulations
July 19, 2018
By Chris McHenry, Seedcopa Senior Portfolio and Compliance Manager Many business owners have experienced the frustration of being turned down for a commercial real estate loan or having their loan request approved, but at a reduced amount. Logic would tell you that if you have enough cash flow to support a larger mortgage for your business… Read More >
Chester County Delegation Attends SelectUSA Investment Summit
July 9, 2018
The SelectUSA Investment Summit took place from June 20-22 in greater Washington, DC. More than 3,000 participants gathered to focus on the crucial connections between US economic developers and international business investors, including a delegation from Chester County. Mike Grigalonis, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for the Chester County Economic Development Council and… Read More >
CCEDC looks to hire Director, Innovation and Emerging Technologies
June 11, 2018
The Director, Innovation and Emerging Technologies provides leadership and oversight to the CCEDC’s innovation and technology services and initiatives, with specific focus on the Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG) and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n). This person convenes and facilitates the staff, partners, employers and Boards of ITAG and i2n to set priorities, drive… Read More >
SureShade: A Seedcopa Success Story
May 11, 2018
Not far from the site of the old Nabisco factory in Northeast Philadelphia, a nondescript warehouse reveals the unexpected behind its doors. Inside, one of Philly’s fastest-growing, multi-million-dollar manufacturing businesses hums along, nearly bursting at its seams. “SureShade started with an off-hand comment I made to my husband Ron about needing more shade over our… Read More >