Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County

Who We Are

future-oriented

'The Voice of business'

The Chamber is creating momentum for the future by creating a culture of excellence, facilitating partnerships and leading on issues that elevate smart economic development and ensure long-term growth and sustainability.

The Chamber is also a community partner of several other organizations throughout Centre County and works closely with other chambers and economic-development organizations throughout the region to positively impact our economy and enhance the quality of life of everyone in central Pennsylvania.

Through collaborative initiatives such as CentreREADY™, Success With Honor, Happy Valley Agventures and DRIVEForward, the Chamber is addressing issues critical to business growth and competitiveness, including workforce preparedness, agritourism, NIL initiatives with Penn State student athletes, and transportation infrastructure.

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Why Choose to partner with the Chamber

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Who We Are

The Chamber is a nonprofit membership organization committed to championing Centre County, leading the discussion on economic and workforce development, convening community stakeholders on important issues and initiatives, and helping businesses and organizations make valuable connections and gain resources to grow and prosper.

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What we Do

The Chamber is a trusted advocate, partner and network for people and the businesses and organizations they represent, helping them to improve the quality of life in our shared communities and the lives of their family members and friends. We champion, connect, inform, and advocate for sustainable and smart economic growth in the region and for the success of our members.

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What we believe

We believe in the ability of our member businesses and organizations to improve lives, solve problems and strengthen communities in every corner of Centre County. We believe in collaboration between community stakeholders, business leaders and government officials. By working together, we can build a prosperous future for ourselves and others.

“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.”

John D. Rockefeller

Learn from the past.
Look to the future.

Since 1920

The Chamber has been serving as a champion of our shared communities, a catalyst for business growth and a convener of leaders and influencers since 1920.

The organization was formed when the State College Chamber of Commerce (established in 1920) and the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation (established in 1956) combined into a single operating entity in 1992.

Today, the Chamber staffs and manages three corporate entities under its umbrella:

• The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC) – 501c(6) membership organization governed by a single 22-member (maximum) Board of Directors.

• Centre County Industrial Development Corporation (CCIDC) – 501c(4) charged with promoting economic development throughout Centre County. The CCIDC is the Chamber’s legal arm for economic development. The mission is conducted under the banner of the Centre County Economic Development Partnership (CCEDP) with public/private partners and is focused on entrepreneurial development, business retention and new business investment.

• Chamber Foundation of Centre County – 501c(3) charitable organization focused on economic development and education initiatives, while offering tax advantages to businesses or individuals that make certain charitable contributions to support CBICC/CCIDC professional/workforce development initiatives.

Strengthen our communities

core values

The Chamber champions Centre County and helps businesses grow and prosper by promoting sustainable and smart economic development through engaged leadership, by leveraging resources and expertise, and by focusing on the power of collaboration.

The Chamber is a convener for leaders and stakeholders in the development and execution of a smart economic-development strategy for Centre County.

The Chamber serves as a catalyst to diversifying our economy by leading programs for talent development to ensure a strong and highly skilled homegrown workforce and by competing successfully against other markets for much-needed investments and new job creation.

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CHAMPION

OF BUSINESS FOR STRONGER COMMUNITIES

CONVENER

FOR LEADERS AND STAKEHOLDERS

CATALYST

FOR SMART ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Mission Statement: The Chamber promotes the well-being and growth of commerce, business and industry, while striving to maintain a high quality of life in Centre County.

Vision Statement: The Chamber aspires to create a collaborative and respectful environment among individuals, businesses, organizations, and our governing officials to openly and effectively grow and maintain a healthy and diverse business climate while sustaining a high quality of life within Centre County.

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