Chamber & CREDC President & CEO Ryan Unger joined state and local leaders in Steelton to show support for the “Keep the Steel in Steelton” initiative following the idling of the Cleveland-Cliffs steel mill—an industrial cornerstone in the borough for more than 150 years.

"The future of our downtown won’t be built by waiting—it’ll be built by showing up, investing and believing in what’s possible. The door is open. The question is: Who’s ready to walk through it with us?". Read more:

Same work. Sharper focus. We’ve refined our mission into a statement that’s clear, bold and true to our purpose:. We are the region’s catalyst for economic prosperity.

We’re excited to partner with the City of Harrisburg, the Harrisburg Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority, and our state legislative delegation on a collaborative effort to revitalize downtown. Read the full article:

Creating access. Expanding opportunity. Driving impact. That’s what CREDC does. With an LSA grant, Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA bought a van to get more students to mentorship sites — breaking down barriers to workforce development. #EconDevWeek #CREDCImpact

☕ When Caleb bought Cornerstone Coffeehouse, CREDC helped him secure an SBA 504 loan - long-term, fixed-rate financing for major purchases. With their guidance, he closed on time and preserved capital for future growth. #EconDevWeek

📅 Save the Date! Economic Development Week is right around the corner, and we’re hosting our first-ever Investors’ Impact Celebration, featuring a fireside chat with DCED Chief Commercial Officer Aaron Pitts. Check it out: @PADCEDnews #EconDevWeek.

Our very own Ryan Unger joined Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor, M.S., Rep. Carol Hill-Evans, and Alex Halper from the PA Chamber of Business and Industry to kick off Financial Literacy Month in Harrisburg! Read more here:.

Strengthening international ties! Our President & CEO Ryan Unger met with Delegate General David Brulotte and Anika Michel from the Canadian Province of Quebec to discuss the strong bilateral trade relationship between Pennsylvania and our region. Merci à nos amis du Québec!

Read this column by our President & CEO, Ryan Unger, highlighting why our region’s strengths deserve to be celebrated. From economic growth to community resilience, Harrisburg has so much to be proud of.

Today, our President & CEO, Ryan Unger, is in Washington, D.C., joining fellow Chamber leaders from across the nation for a Day on the Hill focused on one of the most critical economic issues—childcare. 🏛️

Our investors are the reason CREDC makes great things happen for the region. We are pleased to report that in 2024, our donors’ return on investment is $71 to $1. In other words, each dollar contributed to CREDC provided $71 of regional economic return.

Registration for the Legislators’ Forum II closes Feb. 28! Join Sen. Greg Rothman, Sen. Dawn Keefer and Sen. Patty Kim on March 6 for an in-depth discussion on the legislative priorities shaping our region.

⏳ Time is running out! Has your middle schooler submitted their #NationalCivicsBee essay for a chance to compete and win big prizes? 🏆Deadline to submit is MIDNIGHT! 🚨 Don't miss out!.

The Harrisburg Regional Economic Forecast is your opportunity to gain critical insights into the economic trends shaping 2025. Register here:

Have you heard the buzz? ☕We recently announced the approval of a Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loan to support the acquisition of the Cornerstone Coffeehouse, a beloved local institution located at 2133 Market St. in Camp Hill. Read more:

The Harrisburg Regional Chamber Board of Directors and the CREDC Board of Directors announced the organizations’ 2025 Board Chairs and new board members.

🎤 The wait is over! The keynote speaker for VIBE is none other than @jontaffer, renowned hospitality expert, entrepreneur, and host of Bar Rescue!. 📅 Save the date: April 29, 2025.🎟️ Tickets on sale now – secure your spot today!

📣 Tune in! 📣 @hrccredc Kevin DiGuiseppe discussed our role in the National Civics Bee and civic engagement for middle schoolers. 🏛️✨ Let's encourage young leaders to make a difference! 🌱.

We stand with our friends and neighbors in North Carolina as they recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce has compiled valuable resources and ways to help: Every contribution makes a difference.