Chester County Economic Development Council
Led by Gary Smith and Mike Grigalonis, the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) in Eagleview is a beacon of growth across the Delaware Valley and Pennsylvania.
With services ranging from financing to innovation, they’re shaping the future of business and community across Chester County.
Address: 737 Constitution Dr #1100, Exton, PA 19341
Phone Number: (610) 458-5700
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Chester County Leadership – Gary Smith
Publishers note: Tonight, Gary Smith takes his place in the Chester County Hall of Fame, a fitting capstone to a 50-year career that has shaped…
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Chester County to Hold Executive Insights Event Featuring Four of Region’s Most Influential CEOs
Following the overwhelming success of last year’s sold-out event, four of Chester County’s leading organizations are once again joining forces to convene one of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s most anticipated leadership…
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Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology Holds First Alumni Celebration, Launches Community Network
Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology (GETT), which has inspired girls in grades 4-10 for more than 25 years to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and…
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CCEDC, Workforce Development Launch New Regional Job Growth Partnership
Regional leaders, including Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) and the Chester County Workforce Development Board, have launched an ambitious collaborative effort to grow quality…
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Henderson High School Students Discover Surprising Careers in Mental Health
What does clay molding have to do with a career in mental health? More than you might think. Henderson High School students in West Chester…
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Gary Smith: Leading Chester County From the Farm and the Office
While you may know him as the leader of the Chester County Economic Development Council, Gary Smith is still a farmer in every sense of…
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Chester County Economic Development Council Announces Leadership Transition
Following 50 years of service, Chester County Economic Development Council’s (CCEDC) Chief Executive Officer Gary W. Smith is set to hand the leadership of the…
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Thinking About Buying a Business? Free Chester County Seminar Explains the Process
Interest in buying and growing an existing business increased during the past decade. Several forces drive this shift. First, many small business owners are nearing…
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2026 Edition of ‘What’s So Cool About Manufacturing’ Contest Inspires Students to Learn Real-World Skills
The “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing” contest for Pennsylvania’s Chester and Delaware Counties has announced the 2026 edition of its annual video competition. Nine local…
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CCEDC Awarded Certification by US Treasury and $2 Million Grant from State
The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) was awarded certification as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) from the U.S. Department of Treasury after a…
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CCEDC Leader Gary Smith to Be Inducted Into Chester County Hall of Fame
Recognizing his uniquely successful 50-year career, it is with great pride that the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) announces that one of its own,…
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CCEDC Energy Briefing Reveals Incentives to Boost Efficiency and Jobs Regionally
The Smart Energy Initiative of Southeastern PA (SEI), a program of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), recently hosted its 14th Annual SEI Energy Briefing…
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West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks Big Ideas for 2026 Idea Challenge
The 14th Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500 in prize money is being awarded…
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CCEDC’s 22nd Annual Economic Outlook Highlights Themes Pointing to Overall Growth
After a year of economic uncertainty related to tariffs and persistent inflation, attendees of the 22nd Annual Economic Outlook, presented by the Chester County Economic…
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Smart Energy Initiative Announces 14th Annual Energy Briefing
The Smart Energy Initiative of Southeastern PA (SEI), a program of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) designed to provide business and community leaders…
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Chester County Economic Development Council’s 22nd Annual Economic Outlook Returns
All are invited to attend the 22nd Annual Economic Outlook, the region’s longest-running economic forecast event, hosted by the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC).…
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Chester County’s i2n Network Launches New Angel Investor Group to Back Local Startups
The Ideas x Innovation Network, or i2n Network, a Chester County Economic Development Council initiative, recently launched the i2n Angels investment group, writes John George…
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CCEDC’s Gary Smith Reelected to Board of the National Council of State Agricultural Financing Programs
Gary Smith, CEO of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), has been reelected to serve a third, three-year term on the board of the…
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