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Brian Reilly named Keystone Innovation Zone Coordinator for the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC)

HARRISBURG (August 9, 2007) - The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC is pleased to announce the hiring of Brian Reilly as Keystone Innovation Zone Coordinator for CREDC, the economic development arm of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber. His responsibilities include the administration and management of the Harrisburg Market Keystone Innovation Zone program including organizing various components of the grant program.  These activities include entrepreneurial outreach, business assistance, event management, business interviews, grant writing, and representing the KIZ and CREDC to assorted members and organizations in the community.

Prior to his current position, Brian worked in the Department of Community and Economic Development as a Technology Investment Office Intern.   In addition, he completed a summer internship with Fastline Publications as a Technical Support Operative for clients based in PA, NY, MD, and DE. He is a graduate of Messiah College and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.

"We are looking forward to working with Brian," stated Linda Goldstein, Vice President, CREDC. "He will be a great addition to our staff."

The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC serves as a catalyst for promoting growth and quality of life in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry Counties by providing a unique blend of business, community and economic development and advocacy services under one roof to boost our economic vitality and livability as a region. Over the past 6 years, the Chamber & CREDC has provided assistance that has created over $200M in economic impact and created or retained over 9,000 jobs. HRC/CREDC has been accredited with four stars from the United States Chamber of Commerce.