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1 Front Centre economic development update SUMMER 2017 Ground broken for new economic development project at Innovation Park Page 3

In This Issue 2 Vern s Views 3 Ground broken for new economic development project at Innovation Park Noteworthy 4 2017 Economic Development Summit 5 Economic Development Activity Update 6 In Brief:

Hawbaker Vern Squier, President & CEO Jennifer Myers, Vice President, Economic Development Lesley Kistner, Vice President, Communications/Marketing State College, PA No. 10 Best U.S. Cities for Entrepreneurs to Live and Launch Source: Entrepreneur.

org Vern s Views Business retention and expansion is a vital component of the CBICC s economic development mission.

2 In This Issue 2 Vern s Views 3 Ground broken for new economic development project at Innovation Park Noteworthy Economic Development Summit 5 Economic Development Activity Update 6 In Brief: Economic Development...And More 7 CCEDP Support Partners 8 Partner Profile: Glenn O. Hawbaker Vern Squier, President & CEO Jennifer Myers, Vice President, Economic Development Lesley Kistner, Vice President, Communications/Marketing State College, PA No. 10 Best U.S. Cities for Entrepreneurs to Live and Launch Source: Entrepreneur.com For more information, please contact: Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County 131 S. Fraser St., #1 State College, PA (814) cbicc.org Vern s Views Business retention and expansion is a vital component of the CBICC s economic development mission. Centre County is fortunate to have a dynamic base of established businesses that provide good-paying jobs. Many of these companies are experiencing tremendous growth. With this growth comes a unique set of needs and concerns, challenges and opportunities. The CBICC s Business and Industry Partnership was formed specifically to help address business needs, be it facility, workforce, regulatory or other. In the following pages, you ll learn more about the CBICC s business retention efforts. In addition, you ll find information about other aspects of the Chamber s three-pronged economic development mission, carried out in partnership with Centre County Economic Development Partnership stakeholders public and private entities that support efforts to strengthen the local economy. If you have any questions, don t hesitate to contact me. Until next time Sincerely, 2 Summer 2017 Visit cbicc.org

Ground broken for new economic development project at Innovation Park On Friday, June 9, ground was broken at Innovation Park for a new building that will house UK-based Morgan Advanced Materials new

It is also an example of the university and community working collectively and collaboratively to strengthen the local economy.

3 Ground broken for new economic development project at Innovation Park On Friday, June 9, ground was broken at Innovation Park for a new building that will house UK-based Morgan Advanced Materials new Carbon Science Center of Excellence (COE). The facility will be the company s first CEO in North America. The project is Penn State University s first global partnership under Invent Penn State. It is also an example of the university and community working collectively and collaboratively to strengthen the local economy. The CBICC, on behalf of its Centre County Economic Development Partnership stakeholders, represented the community throughout discussions with Penn State University and Morgan Advanced Materials. At the time of the project announcement last July, Morgan officials said support from the university, the state and the CBICC, on behalf of its Centre County Economic Development Partnership stakeholders, was vital in making the center a reality. Morgan s investment here will result in between 20 and 25 full-time, wide-ranging and highquality research and laboratory technician jobs. It will also pay off in the way of homes purchased and intellectual property developed, not to mention the potential for future investment in Centre County. In fact, the company is already in dialogue with other companies to join them in the 27,500-square-foot building. CBICC President and CEO Vern Squier addresses the audience at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Carbon Science Center of Excellence. Proactive work to grow and bring balance to the local economy through recruitment; taking care of our own; or entrepreneurial support is paying off. The dedication to partnership in the local community is critical to these efforts moving forward. To that end, the CBICC wishes to thank Centre County; State College Borough; College Township; Ferguson Township; Patton Township; Spring Township; Half Moon Township and Bellefonte Borough for their commitment to this project and economic development efforts that ultimately benefit the entire county. The building is expected to be completed by December. The CBICC and Centre County Economic Development Partnership stakeholders celebrate progress on the Carbon Science Center of Excellence project. Front & Centre Economic Development Update 3

Commitment to Partnership Officials from the GLP Development Company; Penn State University; the CBICC; and Morgan Advanced Materials break ground to mark the start of construction of the Carbon

The dedication to partnership in the local community is critical to these efforts moving forward.

from across Centre County to hear first-hand the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses.

A panel of business, government and university leaders represented the three prongs of economic development: early stage/ entrepreneur; established and growing business and a recruitment project.

4 Commitment to Partnership Officials from the GLP Development Company; Penn State University; the CBICC; and Morgan Advanced Materials break ground to mark the start of construction of the Carbon Science Center of Excellence. Proactive work to grow and bring balance to the local economy through recruitment; taking care of our own; or entrepreneurial support is paying off. The dedication to partnership in the local community is critical to these efforts moving forward Economic Development Summit The CBICC/CCEDP annual Economic Development Summit brought together local and county elected officials, university representatives, and municipal and business leaders from across Centre County to hear first-hand the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses. The summit audience also included the leadership group of CBICC Connect, the Chamber s young professionals arm. A panel of business, government and university leaders represented the three prongs of economic development: early stage/ entrepreneur; established and growing business and a recruitment project. Panelists included: Dr. Joel N. Myers, AccuWeather David Pribulka, Ferguson Township John Bonislawski, Homeland Manufacturing Services Jeremy Frank, KCF Technologies John Royse, Royse Green Technologies Scott Good, Goodco Mechanical Jeff Fortin, Penn State University Phil Armstrong, Morgan Advanced Materials Maureen Mulvihill, Actuated Medical The candid discussion highlighted the specific needs of local businesses, including access to capital; a more efficient, less complex regulatory structure; facility/space needs to accommodate growth; a skilled workforce; and efforts to Goodco Mechanical President and CEO Scott Good stresses the importance of trade/technical skills in meeting his growing company s workforce needs. make the area more attractive to young professionals, an important factor in worker recruitment. Many of the companies on the panel are on a trajectory for great growth, making these issues critical to the future success of their operations. The CBICC s Business and Industry Partnership, which includes teams of businesspeople and local government officials, meets with businesses at all stages of operations to identify and help address their critical needs, as well as assist them with growth and expansion opportunities. 4 Summer 2017 Visit cbicc.org

API Technologies values the outreach and support from the Chamber and its Business and Industry Partnership team in working with us to address our specific growth needs.

5 API Technologies values the outreach and support from the Chamber and its Business and Industry Partnership team in working with us to address our specific growth needs. As a company that is investing in the long-term success of the State College operation, it is good to know that the local community is equally as committed to ensuring that we fulfill our objectives as a growing company. Lori Jesberger, Senior Manager, Human Resources, RF2M Division, RF/Microwave and Microelectronics, for API Technologies Retention/Expansion. Formed in January 2016 and comprising multi-disciplinary teams of CBICC members, the CBICC s Business and Industry Partnership (BIP) ensures that Centre County businesses at all stages of operation and from all industry sectors have awareness of and access to information, services, resources and connections necessary to support competitiveness and growth. To date, BIP teams have held more than 50 meetings with 32 local companies. Three common trends have emerged from these meetings businesses need for skilled workers; facility space to accommodate planned growth; and financial resources for equipment purchases, etc. The CBICC is working with AcTIVITy Update Business & Industry Partnership Visits CCIDC Revolving Loans Centre County Economic Development Partnership stakeholders to help address these needs, which are Since 2016, the CBICC s BIP has held 50+ critical to a number of Centre County companies on meetings with 32 Centre County companies. noteworthy growth trajectories. This is encouraging news. However, with growth come unique challenges and opportunities. The CBICC s Business and Industry Partnership, working with CCEDP stakeholders, is ensuring that the community is prepared for the needs of successful local businesses. To learn more about BIP and request a visit, Jennifer Myers, CBICC Vice President of Economic Development, at jennifer@cbicc.org. Recruitment. The CBICC is currently engaged in 21 active business recruitment projects those initiated directly, in partnership with Penn State or originating from the state. These projects include the Information Technology, Data Center/Analytics, Advanced Manufacturing and Materials industries. In its recruitment efforts, the CBICC seeks out and responds to potential projects that would be good fits for the community. Front & Centre Economic Development Update 5

IN Brief Economic Development CBICC joins state DCED at MedTech industry event CBICC Vice President of Economic Development Jennifer Myers recently represented Centre County at MD&M East, the world s

This year s show spotlighted two industry mega-trends 3D printing and smart manufacturing with a dedicated 3D Printing Zone, plus the latest in collaborative robots and robotics on display from the

6 IN Brief Economic Development CBICC joins state DCED at MedTech industry event CBICC Vice President of Economic Development Jennifer Myers recently represented Centre County at MD&M East, the world s largest MedTech event on the East Coast. This conference was an opportunity to connect with engineers and executives, as well as hundreds of leading medical device and related suppliers. This year s show spotlighted two industry mega-trends 3D printing and smart manufacturing with a dedicated 3D Printing Zone, plus the latest in collaborative robots and robotics on display from the world s top suppliers. One evening of the conference, Pennsylvania economic development partners, which included the CBICC, and the state Department of Community and Economic Development hosted a Pennsylvania reception sponsored by FirstEnergy. The event was an opportunity to network with companies from Pennsylvania that manufacture products related to the Medtech industry. Nearly 80 Pennsylvania companies attended the reception. The reception was not only an opportunity for the CBICC to connect with Medtech manufacturers, but a chance for Pennsylvania companies to find synergies and business opportunities with others in their own state. Bringing the World to Pennsylvania CBICC President and CEO Vern Squier and Economic Development Vice President Jennifer Myers were among the presenters at the recent Bringing the World to Pennsylvania event in State College. The event was organized by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development s Office of International Business Development. Squier and Myers provided an overview of Centre County to the international representatives from DCED/OIBD. The tour, which locally included a visit to Penn State s Materials Research Center, started in Pittsburgh and ended in Philadelphia. 6 Summer 2017 Visit cbicc.org

CBICC to again host GEW Penn State events The CBICC is proud to once again support Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State 2017.

The programs will feature local food/beverage/agriculture entrepreneurs telling the story of how they started their businesses, and showcasing their products and services.

State officials get first-hand look at growing local companies In May, CBICC President and CEO Vern Squier; CBICC Vice President of Economic Development Jennifer Myers; state Rep.

The local companies had a chance to highlight their operations and discuss their needs as growing companies with Pennsylvania economic development officials.

7 CBICC to again host GEW Penn State events The CBICC is proud to once again support Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State The Chamber will host Flavor Flight programming Monday through Thursday of this year s GEW, which is Nov The programs will feature local food/beverage/agriculture entrepreneurs telling the story of how they started their businesses, and showcasing their products and services. The programs which will match the theme of each GEW program day will be open to students, CBICC members, and anyone interested in entrepreneurship. Stay tuned for more details. State officials get first-hand look at growing local companies In May, CBICC President and CEO Vern Squier; CBICC Vice President of Economic Development Jennifer Myers; state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff; and Governor s Action Team Executive Director Brent Vernon and Regional Director Jill Collier met with officials from and toured API Technologies and KCF Technologies. The local companies had a chance to highlight their operations and discuss their needs as growing companies with Pennsylvania economic development officials. Check out WTAJ s feature story on KCF Technologies CCEDP Support Partners Penn State University Centre County Government Mount Nittany Health PSECU State College Borough Ferguson Township Patton Township College Township Shaner Investments Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc. Baker Tilly First National Bank Robert Poole Geisinger HFL Corporation M&T Bank AccuWeather Inc. AmeriServ Bank Sheetz Inc. Bellefonte Borough Fulton Bank National Penn Bank Northwest Savings Bank PNC Bank Halfmoon Township Babst Calland First Commonwealth Bank Graphics & Design Hospitality Asset Management Company Leonard S. Fiore, Inc. McQuaide Blasko PennTerra Engineering Inc. Reliance Bank Spring Township Torron Group Stahl-Sheaffer Engineering Trombley Real Estate Front & Centre Economic Development Update 7

8 CCEDP PARTner Profile Glenn O. Hawbaker, Inc. (GOH) was founded in State College in 1952 by Glenn O. and Thelma Hawbaker. The company has made its home in Centre County ever since. Over the decades the company has grown to span the northern tier of Pennsylvania and into southeast Ohio. The company provides heavy construction services, high quality aggregates from its quarries and bituminous asphalt products to its customers across the state. Employing nearly 1,400 people, the company has been building and maintaining Interstate 80, Route 322, I-99 and many other arterial roads and bridges that provide efficient transportation to the Centre region. In the private sector GOH has been involved in the construction of most of the residential and commercial developments such as the Colonnade shopping center, Lowe s and Home Depot. Our customers are part of the Centre community; our employees live in the Centre community; and our company is an integral part of the Centre economy. Building our community is what we have done for over 60 years and we look forward to continued growth of the Centre region, said Dan Hawbaker, President and CEO of the company. The CBICC plays a significant role in the growth of our community. We support their efforts and will continue to be part of those initiatives that support jobs and economic development of the Centre region. INSIDE: Bringing the World to Pennsylvania Page 6 Facebook.com/CBICC Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County 131 S. Fraser St., #1 State College, PA ELECtronic service requested

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