Thursday, October 3, 2024 | 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Carbon County, PA – The Carbon County Chamber & Economic Development Corporation, proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce the upcoming State of the County address, scheduled for October 3, 2024, at Blue Mountain Resort. This annual event serves as a platform for county leaders to reflect on accomplishments, outline future initiatives, and engage with community members.

“This annual event offers an exclusive and encompassing look at the state of Carbon County,” said Kylie Adams-Weiss, SVP of the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation. “We’re thrilled to bring together an amazing lineup of community leaders, each sharing their unique insights about what’s in store for Carbon in the coming year. The CCEDC is dedicated to not only uplifting our business community but also ensuring everyone has access to the latest and greatest information from these influential voices.”

This year’s address will feature five speakers who will highlight key developments in the county over the past year and discuss ongoing projects that are set to enhance the quality of life for all residents. Presentations will include a Chamber of Commerce Update from Patrick Reilly, President & CEO of Mauch Chunk Trust and Chair of the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation; Carbon County Commissioners’ Report, presented by Carbon County Commissioner Michael Sofranko; a Tourism Report from Chris Barrett, President & CEO of Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau; an Economic Development Update from Brenda Sacco, Director of Economic Development at the Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation; and a Transportation and Infrastructure Report from Scott Vottero, Assistant District Director of Design for PennDOT.

Attendees can expect insights into economic growth, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement efforts that have shaped Carbon County’s progress.

Doors open at 7:30 AM, followed by a presentation that will begin at 8:30 AM. The event includes networking and breakfast, as well as the presentation. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit ibit.ly/XKO3Y.

Pricing Information: $35 Chamber Member Rate, $40 Future Member Rate

Location: Blue Mountain Resort (1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton PA 18071)

Sponsors (as of 9/27):

St. Luke’s – Carbon (Presenting Sponsor)

Lehigh Valley Health Network- Carbon (Platinum Sponsor)

Mauch Chunk Trust (Platinum Sponsor)

PA CareerLink Carbon County (Event Sponsor)

Andreas HVAC & Plumbing (Event Sponsor)

Blue Mountain Resort (Host Sponsor)

PPL Electric (Coffee Bar Sponsor)

People First Federal Credit Union (Breakfast Sponsor)

BTM Inc. (Exhibitor Sponsor)

About the Chamber: The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation is a Proud Partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce; our purpose is to advance balanced economic growth and quality-of-life solutions in Carbon County through sustained advocacy, programs and services for our members, key stakeholders and the communities we serve. The mission of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley Metropolitan Area.  We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and marketing products, affinity programs and exclusive, money saving member benefits, training programs, government affairs initiatives and public policy advocacy, and community development enterprises.  With nearly 5,000 members who employ more than 200,000, the Chamber is the largest in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and in the top ten nationwide.

 

Information provided to TVL by:
Kylie Adams-Weiss