Allentown Economic Development Corporation works through its partners to provide the highest level of service to customers in Allentown and Lehigh Valley. We believe that pursuing a regional approach to economic development will strengthen our efforts to improve the standard of living for residents of Allentown and reinforce the city’s position as the urban core of a sustainable Lehigh Valley. Learn more about our partners below.
City of Allentown Department of Community & Economic Development
The Department of Community & Economic Development plays a comprehensive role in the ongoing revitalization of our city. DCED offers assistance to small business, large business and housing developers. DCED works with businesses to determine the right location, what paperwork and permits are necessary and what financial assistance may be available.
allentownpa.gov
(610) 437-7610
County of Lehigh Department of Community & Economic Development
Lehigh County’s Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) is committed to creating a vibrant Lehigh County by focusing on economic growth, revitalization of our cities and boroughs, regional partnerships with our twenty five municipalities, and enhancing the quality of life of our community. The Department’s grant programs are designed to support high priority projects that enhance the quality of life, the arts and the community and our housing programs are designed to make housing safe, affordable and sustainable.
lehighcounty.org
(610) 782-3001
Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is the largest Chamber in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and the fastest growing in the nation. We represent 15 regional Chambers and Councils with more than 140,000 employee members.
lehighvalleychamber.org
(610) 841-4582
Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation
The Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation is a one-stop resource and the single point of contact for companies looking for help with their relocation or Lehigh Valley business expansion plans. As part of our mission to ensure the success and growth of the region’s economy, we are committed to helping national businesses find a home here while providing services to companies already located in Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton and throughout Lehigh and Northampton Counties.
lehighvalley.org
800-LV-1-SITE (1-800-581-7483)
Lehigh Valley Workforce Investment Board
The mission of the Lehigh Valley Workforce Investment Board is to ensure an employer demand-driven world class workforce system aligned with economic development, education and the community focusing on targeted industry clusters.
lvwib.org
(610) 432-4087
Manufacturers Resource Center
Today‘s marketplace is complex. Sustaining growth with global competition, escalating costs, and customer pricing pressures is always a challenge. MRC offers resources in Pennsylvania’s five county area (Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Schuylkill, Carbon)
mrcpa.org
(610) 343-6732
Ben Franklin Technology Partners Northeastern Pennsylvania
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania links early-stage technology firms and established manufacturers with funding, people, technology, universities and other resources to help them prosper. In the process, we fuel economic growth for northeastern Pennsylvania.
nep.benfranklin.org
(610) 758-5200
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Wherever you are coming from and wherever you’re headed, there is a place for you at Lehigh Carbon Community College. Whether you are taking your first two years of your Bachelor’s Degree, preparing for immediate employment or just exploring a new interest, we’ve got you covered. WIth more than 100 degrees and programs, ranging from medical assistant to kitchen and bath to hotel and resort management, there’s bound to be a program right for you.
lccc.edu
(610) 799-2121