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Job Opening: Grants Administrator at the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC

We are the region’s catalyst for economic prosperity. Together with our members, we have accomplished some amazing things over the last 141 years. Get to Know Us The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC provides a unique blend of business, community/economic development, and advocacy services under one roof to boost economic vitality and livability across the…

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Nominations Open for 2025 Catalyst Awards Honoring Regional Leaders and Changemakers

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) has officially opened nominations for the 2025 Catalyst Awards, the region’s premier recognition of business and community leadership. Each year, the Catalyst Awards celebrate individuals and organizations that are driving positive change and creating opportunities across Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties….

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Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC Unveils Updated Mission Statement

HARRISBURG, Pa. (May 29, 2025) – The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) has adopted an updated mission statement: We are the region’s catalyst for economic prosperity. This change reflects a more focused, memorable articulation of the organization’s core purpose while reinforcing its commitment to supporting business growth and regional success…

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Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC Release Statement on Capital Delegation’s Call to Lead Revitalization of Downtown Harrisburg

Harrisburg, Pa. (May 23, 2025) – The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC President & CEO Ryan Unger today released the following statement in response to the Harrisburg City Delegation’s call for the Chamber & CREDC to lead a comprehensive economic development plan to revitalize Downtown Harrisburg. “It’s time to embrace this opportunity to reimagine a…

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CREDC Leverages RACP to Drive Regional Growth

The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC), serving Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties, plays a vital role in leveraging Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) to drive economic growth across Central Pennsylvania. Since 2001, CREDC has facilitated more than $53 million in RACP funding for 29 projects, serving as a critical link between state resources…

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CREDC Leads Impact Harrisburg Initiative to Boost Diverse Businesses

The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) is moving forward with the Impact Harrisburg Initiative to address findings from the Harrisburg Disparity Study. The study showed that disadvantaged, minority- and women-owned businesses (DBEs, MBEs, and WBEs) are underutilized in city procurement, despite being available in the vendor marketplace. Through this initiative, CREDC will help build…

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Hidden Still Distillery Expands with PIDA Support

Hershey, Pa. – The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) announced that Hidden Still Distillery received approval for a $2 million loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA). The loan, approved on May 7, 2025, will support the acquisition and renovation of Hidden Still’s Hershey facility. Founded by David Stein in 2014, Hidden Still…

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Triple P Fitness Secures Permanent Home with PA Catalyst Loan

Harrisburg, Pa. – The Capital Region Economic Development Corp. (CREDC) closed a $207,500 PA Catalyst Loan Fund project on March 6 to fuel the continued growth of Triple P Fitness in Harrisburg. Owned by Noah Parsons, Triple P Fitness offers personalized, results-driven training programs aimed at improving clients’ health and wellness. With this loan—funded through…

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New Owners Brew Fresh Chapter at Cornerstone Coffeehouse

Camp Hill, Pa. – The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) successfully closed an SBA 504 loan on March 27. The funding supports the acquisition of Cornerstone Coffeehouse in Camp Hill. Local entrepreneurs Caleb Watters and Ali Shover, operating as JL BS Investments LLC, are now the café’s new owners. They plan to maintain its…

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CREDC Launches 2025–2027 Campaign at Inaugural Investors’ Impact Celebration 

On May 15, CREDC hosted the inaugural Investors’ Impact Celebration at the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, officially announcing the start of its 2025–2027 campaign. The event brought together investors, business leaders, and economic development partners to recognize the impact of their investment in the region’s continued growth.  Attendees enjoyed breakfast and networking…

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