Carbon County, PA\u00a0\u2014 The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is closing out 2025 after a banner year of growth, impact, and organizational transformation \u2014 positioning the organization for even greater opportunities for businesses, nonprofits, and communities in 2026.<\/p>\n
Over the past year, CCEDC experienced 20% overall membership growth, welcoming 55 new members and reinforcing its role as a central connector for the Carbon County business community. Event engagement surged, with an average attendance increase of 28%, eight sold-out signature events, and the launch of several new programs designed to meet members where they are.<\/p>\n
In 2025, CCEDC hosted:<\/p>\n
On the economic development front, CCEDC disbursed $233,000 in Local Share Account (LSA) grant funding, in partnership with local legislators, supporting impactful projects across the county. The organization also launched a municipal roadshow, visiting 110 businesses in the fourth quarter of 2025 alone to strengthen relationships, identify needs, and connect employers with available resources.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis past year marked a turning point for our organization,\u201d said Kylie Adams-Weiss, Senior Vice President of CCEDC. \u201cFrom membership growth and record-setting events to expanded economic development outreach, 2025 affirmed that intentional investment in relationships, programs, and strategy pays dividends for our entire community.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to programmatic growth, CCEDC underwent a comprehensive rebrand, expanded its internal team, and began executing a new strategic plan\u2014all of which have already accelerated organizational momentum and capacity.<\/p>\n
Building on this foundation, CCEDC is preparing to roll out a robust slate of expanded and new initiatives in 2026, including:<\/p>\n
\u201cThese initiatives are designed to create more touchpoints, more value, and more opportunities for collaboration and learning,\u201d Adams-Weiss added. \u201cAs we look toward 2026, we\u2019re focused on sustainable growth, deeper engagement, and ensuring our members and partners are well-positioned for success. Our signature events\u2014such as our Annual Awards Gala, Sturm Cup Golf Tournament, and State of the County\u2014will always remain on our calendar, while these new initiatives are designed to engage the business community on a more consistent cadence.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to programming, CCEDC will focus efforts on increased advocacy for the business community, as well as an enhanced marketing strategy to elevate and share the stories of local businesses.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe always say, \u2018our reach is your reach,\u2019\u201d Adams-Weiss commented. \u201cWe know we have a powerful voice and a responsibility to continue advocating for and representing our community. Our goal is to ensure we remain the \u2018megaphone\u2019 for the Carbon County business community.\u201d<\/p>\n
With a banner year behind it and new opportunities on the horizon, CCEDC enters 2026 energized, aligned, and ready to continue advancing economic vitality throughout Carbon County.<\/p>\n
For more information about CCEDC programs, membership, or upcoming events, visit\u00a0www.carboncountychamber.org<\/a>\u00a0or contact Kylie Adams-Weiss at\u00a0kadams@carboncountychamber.org<\/a> About the Chamber:\u00a0The Carbon Chamber and Economic Development Corporation is a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, and 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.. 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.\u00a0As a partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber, we are the largest in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and in the top ten nationwide.<\/p>\n Information provided to TVL by: Carbon County, PA\u00a0\u2014 The Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is closing out 2025 after a banner year of growth, impact, and organizational transformation \u2014 positioning the organization for even greater opportunities for businesses, nonprofits, and communities in 2026. Over the past year, CCEDC … Continue reading Carbon Chamber & Economic Development Corporation Celebrates Banner Year of Growth in 2025; Announces Expanded Initiatives for 2026<\/span>
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