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We’re excited to share progress on the 2025–2027 CREDC capital campaign and extend our sincere thanks to all who continue to invest in the future of our region. At CREDC, we refer to our supporters as Investors because their contributions are exactly that: strategic investments in our shared mission. Together with the Harrisburg Regional Chamber,…
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The Impact Harrisburg Initiative, with a goal of helping small and disadvantaged businesses compete for city and county procurement contracts, is making progress. Launched in January 2025, the initiative offers technical assistance and builds capacity to increase participation in procurement with the City of Harrisburg, Dauphin County, and other partners. Since then, it has taken…
Read MoreHERSHEY, Pa. – May 21, 2025 – The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) announced the approval of an SBA 504 loan for Bowmans Insurance Group (operating as Big Risk Partners, LLC) to purchase its longtime headquarters at 1120 E. Chocolate Ave. in Hershey. Owned by Tyler Reitz, Bowmans Insurance Group is a trusted local…
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HERSHEY, Pa. – The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) successfully closed a $2 million PIDA loan on June 26, 2025. The loan will support the expansion of Hidden Still Distillery in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Founded by David Stein in 2014, Hidden Still is one of the largest producers of Pennsylvania craft straight bourbon whiskey, according…
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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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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, 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, 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…
Read MoreThe 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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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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