"We know that manufacturing jobs are good jobs that pay more than average and provide greater benefits. They strengthen economic security for middle class families. Continuing to put people back to work and investing in America are vital activities that will ensure our economy is built to last."
-- Dr. Rebecca M. Blank, Former Acting Secretary of Commerce
"The incubator program at the Bridgeworks Enterprise Center has benefitted me most in terms of the culture and mindset of the businesses there that want to share, help, and learn from each other. The programming and mentorship provided also gave us background and best practices to avoid common mistakes while learning from others."
-- Matthew Sommerfield, MTS Design & Manufacture
"There is no question that creative professionals entering the workforce are seeking not just employment but also a sense of place. Cities are the principal nexus of those two elements."
-- Scott Unger, Executive Director, Allentown Economic Development Corp
"We started across the hall in a much smaller space and as we have grown and needed more space, AEDC has worked with us to accommodate the growth. The facilities are very good, you can expand quickly, they will work with us on cash flow and we have access to experts."
-- Terry Rufer, ColdEdge Technologies
"There were a lot of 2:00 a.m. conversations going on in the hallways when we were here working through something and other entrepreneurs were doing the same thing with their business."
-- Mike Grather, Luminaire Testing Labs
“Initially I thought being a small shop would make it harder for us to get in the door with larger companies and manufacturers, but it turned out to be an asset because they liked that they get to work directly with me as the owner. They appreciate the hands-on, responsive customer service I can offer them."
-- Tyson Daniels, Polymer Contours
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