News: CREDC

In August, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the Harrisburg-Carlisle Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) ticked up slightly by 0.1 percentage points, reaching 3.1%. Despite this small rise, the overall labor market remains stable, with job gains throughout the year keeping pace with 2023 trends. Seven of the ten supersectors in the region saw little change…

CREDC is proud to highlight two recently completed projects that have made a significant impact on the Hershey and Harrisburg communities: the Hidden Still Distillery and the Atlas Building. Both projects, completed with the help of Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) funding, have not only helped to revitalize their respective locations but have also contributed…

Harrisburg-Carlisle MSA labor supply continues steady trajectory in Q2 Regional employment affected by national trends:

CREDC’s loan committee is comprised of professionals from various industry sectors. These members are volunteers, generously giving their time and contributing insight respective to their experience and education to CREDC’s staff.  This group assembles often with short notice to help align the speed of government loan programs better to the speed of business.  The loan…

On May 30th, Ryan Unger, CEO of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC, virtually presented his economic insights on the Capital Region Economy at the Lebanon Valley College (LVC) Breen Center for Career & Professional Development Advisory Committee meeting. The event, hosted by the Breen Center, aimed to enhance career development resources and opportunities available…

In partnership with county Economic Development Corporations and regional stakeholders, the CEDS strategy aims to drive economic success through coordinated efforts. The Year 1 report (March 1, 2023 – February 29, 2024) highlights upcoming projects, recent activities, and progress benchmarks. The 2023-2028 South Central Pennsylvania Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) is a tactical economic development…

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the highly anticipated Earn and Learn Program in our South-Central Pennsylvania region. Running from July 1st to August 9th, this program presents an incredible opportunity for businesses to engage with local youth and for students to gain valuable work experience. Here’s what you need to know: About…