CCEDC Announces Date and Honorees for Annual Dinner, Sponsorship Opportunities Available
January 27, 2020
The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) is pleased to announce that its annual dinner will take place on Wednesday, April 1. CCEDC is hosting the event at the Phoenixville Foundry from 4:30pm to 8:00pm as Bill Covaleski and Ron Barchet, Co-Founders and Brewmasters at Victory Brewing will be inducted in the Chester County Business Hall of… Read More >
Mushroom, dairy farms in Chester County get funding for expansion
January 23, 2020
Two projects in Chester County were awarded $1.55 million in total state funding to support mushroom agriculture and dairy funding. “Chester County has a rich agricultural heritage and farming remains the top industry in Pennsylvania,” said state Sen. Andrew Dinniman, who serves on the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, said. “This funding will go… Read More >
CCEDC 16th Annual Economic Outlook Wrap Up
January 16, 2020
The Chester County Economic Development Council held its 16th annual Economic Outlook on Friday, January 10. More than 145 people attended our yearly forecast on the economy from the local and national perspectives. We are happy to share the presentations from our two speakers – please click on the links below to download. We are… Read More >
CCEDC Fosters Job Connections for Veterans
January 13, 2020
Veterans from across the Chester County area gathered at the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) in Exton on Tuesday to meet with 20 local employers who are looking to hire veterans. Representatives from manufacturing, energy, banking, information technology, financial services, healthcare attended. CCEDC is encouraging local veterans who missed the event to reach out… Read More >
Unique Partnership Utilizes Cheyney University’s Assets
January 6, 2020
Fueled by the success of the reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Cheyney University is focusing on initiatives to revive the oldest historically black college in the United States, including a plan to maximize the assets on Cheyney’s campus in partnership with Mosaic Development Partners and the Chester County… Read More >
Cerner Invites Innovative Companies to Locate, Collaborate at Malvern Campus
December 16, 2019
Looking for a new work space? If you like newly renovated offices, a full suite of modern amenities, and being next-door neighbors with forward-thinking, growing companies with innovative cultures, this industry-leading health tech company has news for you. Cerner can offer all these benefits and more at an innovation hub located within its 100-acre campus,… Read More >
CCEDC Announces Winter Event Schedule
December 9, 2019
The Chester County Economic Development Council is pleased to share some events that happening over the next several weeks. December 19 – CCEDC Breakfast Briefing, Community Engagement: Why it is Good for Your Business Join us to learn how community engagement can create a positive impact on your corporate culture. LEARN MORE January 6 – Red Cross Blood Drive… Read More >
CCEDC Reveals County’s Top Economic Milestones for 2018-2019
November 25, 2019
As the Chester County Economic Development Council enters its 60th-anniversary year, it has released its top economic development milestones for fiscal year 2018-2019, as well as details of a new initiative to engage the county’s business and community leaders under the age of 40. CCEDC recently showcased the end-of-year milestones at its Ninth Annual Stakeholders’… Read More >
Financing Tips for Veterans & #VetBiz Success in Small Business
November 18, 2019
When Dr. Win Somboonsong won Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year for Eastern Pennsylvania, it was just the latest achievement in a fascinating journey to becoming a successful small business owner. Somboonsong is the owner of Bella Azie, Inc., with restaurants including Teikoku in Newtown Square, PA and Azie Media in Media, PA. As a Seedcopa borrower, he was… Read More >
CCEDC Announces New Equipment Leasing Program
November 15, 2019
The Chester County Economic Development Council unveiled a new financing program that allows businesses to acquire a wide range of critical equipment—such as computers, lab equipment, and machinery—without a large cash outlay. Under the new offering, businesses may finance equipment valued up to $100,000, or upgrade existing equipment, without affecting existing lines of credit. Companies… Read More >