Centre County's Economic Development Strategic Plan
A Roadmap for Smart, Strategic Regional Growth
Centre County’s Economic Development Strategy is a comprehensive, collaborative plan representing the County’s shared vision for economic growth, resilience, and sustainability. Launched in October 2024 by the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County and an Economic Development Council comprised of leaders and community stakeholders, the plan outlines strategic actions to streamline resources, develop workforce, and strengthen community engagement across all sectors.
The plan was developed with intensive input from regional stakeholders, leaders, and community members from a wide range of industries and outlines goals in four key focus areas:
| Focus Area | Detailed Areas of Concentration |
| Business Retention, Innovation & Expansion | Local & Regional Business Support Statewide Synchronization Entrepreneurship & Innovation |
| Targeted & Emerging Industries | Targeted Industries/Leveraging Commercialization Branding and New Business Attraction Tourism and Outdoor Recreation |
| Workforce & Education | Workforce Development, Talent Attraction, Talent Retention |
| Built Environment | Infrastructure, Housing, Downtown revitalization, Development challenges |
