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YCEA Team Members Continue to Give Back and M...April 12, 2023The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to announce recent professional accomplishments of leaders within the organization. Catherine Roque, Marketing Manager, will become the President-Elect of the Leadership York Board of Directors in 2023, wh...
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PeoplesBank Brings Economic Expert Linda Dues...March 8, 2023The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to partner with PeoplesBank, a Codorus Valley Company to welcome Linda Duessel to York on March 22. Duessel is Senior Vice President, Senior Equity Strategist with Federated Hermes and will discuss current...
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YCEA Announces Awardees for 2023 Showcasing Y...February 16, 2023The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to announce the 2023 Showcasing YoCo awardees, local performers, and more. Sponsored by WellSpan Health, the celebration will be held Thursday, April 6 at the Wyndham Garden. The evening includes a Social ...
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York County Economic Alliance Announces Eleva...December 13, 2022The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA), along with their Board of Directors, is proud to announce the elevation of two key leadership positions within the organization. Silas Chamberlin, Ph.D, currently serving as the Vice President of Economic & Co...
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YCEA and Main Street Hanover Announce $18K in...November 1, 2022The York County Economic Alliance, in partnership with Main Street Hanover, is pleased to announce the 2022 Downtown Hanover BLOOM Grant Recipients. Twelve businesses in Downtown Hanover will be awarded funding totaling $18,000, offering them vital resour...
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YCEA Announces 2022 Spirit of YoCo Award Reci...October 28, 2022The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) will celebrate the Spirit of YoCo Awards, presented by RKL LLP & Buchart Horn Architects, on Wednesday, December 7 at 7:30 a.m. at Heritage Hills Resort. The awards breakfast, hosted by the YCEA Economics Club,...
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Hospitality Training Program for the Yorktown...August 25, 2022The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA), staffed by the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA), is pleased to launch the John A. Lambert Hospitality Training program, in honor of Mr. John A. Lambert, one of the Yorktowne’s most recognized a...
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YoCo Fiber Expands Broadband Infrastructure w...June 16, 2022This week the York County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved two recommendations advanced by the YoCo Fiber Broadband Task Force. The approval allows the Task Force and County staff to finalize agreements with Lit Communities that will help expan...
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Historic Hanover Theatre Prepares Path for Re...May 9, 2022The Redevelopment Authority of the County of York (RACY), Hanover Economic Development Corporation (HEDC), and the Borough of Hanover announced the acquisition of the historic Hanover Theater, located on Frederick Street in Downtown Hanover. This is the f...
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James Parker Named Director of Sales and Mark...April 7, 2022The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA), staffed by the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA), is proud to announce the hiring of a key position at the Yorktowne Hotel. GF Hotels & Resorts, a full-service ownership and management compa...
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YCEA Announces Awardees for 2022 Showcasing Y...April 5, 2022The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to announce the 2022 Showcasing YoCo awardees, and exciting changes for this year’s event. Sponsored by WellSpan Health, the celebration will be held Friday, May 20 at the Wyndham Garden. The evening inclu...
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BLOOM Business Empowerment Partners Open Regi...March 17, 2022The BLOOM Business Empowerment Center, through the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA), and partners Crispus Attucks, Susquehanna SCORE, Fulton Bank, York NAACP and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) announce the open registration for the next ...
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Michael Blum Named Managing Director of The Y...March 9, 2022The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA), staffed by the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA), is proud to announce the hiring of a key position at the Yorktowne Hotel. GF Hotels & Resorts, through its operating affiliates, is a full-s...
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Cheers! Hamir’s Indian Fusion Receives an Ec...February 25, 2022A first for Downtown York Restaurants; Plans to open full-service alcohol sales in coming weeks Call it “Restaurant Week” luck, but the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to announce that earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Bo...
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BLOOM Business Empowerment Center LaunchedFebruary 6, 2022The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to announce the launch of the BLOOM Business Empowerment Center, a hub of enhanced technical support, capital, and resources to accelerate small business startup, growth, and success for business owners ...
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Downtown Inc Team Evolves, Names DirectorJanuary 18, 2022The York County Economic Alliance and Downtown Inc are proud to announce continued evolution for our team that Makes Things Happen in our Historically Edgy Downtown York. Jonathan Desmarais has been named the next Director of Downtown Inc. Jonathan join...
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YCEA Announces New Board Chair, Executive Com...January 5, 2022The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to welcome new board members to its Board of Directors in 2022, and announce a change in its Board leadership and that of its Executive Committee. The YCEA Board of Directors will welcome Jeffrey Vermeul...
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YCEA Announces 2021 Spirit of YoCo Award Reci...November 23, 2021The YCEA is honored to announce this year’s Spirit of YoCo award recipients! Join us in celebrating them, and our York Community, on Wednesday, December 1 at 7:30 a.m. Details & tickets available here, or by contacting MAnderson@YCEAPA.org. And ...
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To give our economy a real shot in the arm, p...August 12, 2021Jointly Written By: Kevin J. Schreiber, President & CEO, York County Economic Alliance Ryan Unger, President & CEO, Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC We are optimistic, glass half full individuals. These past 20 month...
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Jeff Hines to be Honored as the 2021 Business...June 1, 2021The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to announce Jeff Hines as the 2021 Business Achievement Honoree, and will be recognized July 20th with an event held outdoors at York Water Company’s Reservoir Park. Click here for a message from Jeff! Kno...
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York County Economic Alliance Announces Trail...May 12, 2021Yesterday, on the backdrop of Ruins Hall in Glen Rock, the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) announced the recipients of the York County Trail Towns Bloom grant program. York County Economic Alliance launched the York County Trail Towns program in June...
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Request for Proposals: Master Site Developmen...April 19, 2021The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) seeks proposals to create a master site development plan for a portion of Glen Rock Borough adjacent to the York Heritage Rail Trail, roughly bounded by Route 216 to the south and the municipal border to the north....
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YCEA Welcomes New Board Members and Announces...January 15, 2021The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to welcome new board members to its Board of Directors in 2021, and announce the leadership of the Executive Committee. The YCEA Board of Directors will continue to be chaired by William “Bill” T. Yanavi...
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ICYMI: Kim Hogeman is Amazing; Director of St...January 8, 2021Last March, as the world began navigating the dark times of the pandemic, a shining moment of positivity occurred for a member of the York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) team. Director of Strategic Development, Kim Hogeman, achieved her Project Managemen...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 11th Congressio...October 29, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Sarah Hammond, the challenger running for U.S. Representati...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 11th Congressio...October 29, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Lloyd Smucker, the incumbent running for U.S. Representativ...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 10th Congressio...October 29, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Eugene DePasquale, the challenger running for U.S. Represen...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 10th Congressio...October 29, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Scott Perry, the incumbent running for U.S. Representative ...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 95th State Hous...October 29, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Kacey French, the challenger running for State Representati...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 95th State Hous...October 29, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Carol Hill-Evans, the incumbent running for State Represent...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 31st State Sena...October 28, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Shanna Danielson, the challenger running for State Senator ...
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YCEA 2020 Candidate Profiles: 31st State Sena...October 28, 2020In an effort to familiarize York County voters with candidates on the ballot this general election, YCEA directed questions to candidates running in contested races. Below are answers provided by Mike Regan, the incumbent running for State Senator of the ...
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York County Launches Trail Towns ProgramJune 5, 2020Tomorrow, Saturday, June 6, is National Trails Day. This is a nationwide celebration of the role trails play in our personal lives, and the well-being of our communities. Over the past several weeks, Americans have turned to parks, trails, streams, and op...
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We ❤ YoCo - A message from YCEA and Downtown ...June 5, 2020The tragic murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis has left many feeling frustrated, helpless, and angry. We have seen these emotions uplifted in cities and communities across our country and Commonwealth. We share that ...
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Yorktowne Hotel New Site for Downtown MuralMay 21, 2020The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA), staffed by YCEA, is excited to announce a new partnership with Re-source York and Kinsley Construction, showcasing innovative art in our Downtown. Beginning today, a temporary installation mural wi...
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Coronavirus News: Preparation, Not PanicMarch 12, 2020We have launched www.PreparedYork.com as a collaborative resource site for all things COVID-19 related. For the most up-to-date resources and news, please also visit that site. As the Coronavirus situation continues to evolve, it is important for all emp...
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YCEA Welcomes New Board Members and Announces...December 19, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to welcome four new board members to its Board of Directors in 2020, and announce its new chairperson of the Board. The YCEA Board of Directors will be chaired by William T. Yanavitch II, Chief Human Res...
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York County Economic Alliance’s Women’s Busin...November 14, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) and the Women’s Business Center Organization (WBCO) welcome eighteen members to the second mentorship cohort. Women in the banking, entertainment, architectural, construction, marketing, media and nonprofit industr...
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YCEA Announces 2019 Spirit of YoCo Award Reci...September 4, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) will celebrate the Spirit of YoCo Awards, presented by RKL LLP, on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 7:30 a.m. at the Wyndham Garden York. The awards breakfast, hosted by the YCEA Economics Club, honors York County ...
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The Link Between Tuition Reimbursement and Ta...June 18, 2019The York County Economic Alliance is proud to announce a newly launched Tuition Reimbursement program for employees. With resounding support from the Board of Directors, this program offers talented team members the opportunity for continuing education in...
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Bill Shipley to be Honored as the 2019 Busine...June 4, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to announce William (Bill) Shipley III as the 2019 Business Achievement Award Recipient! A lover of juggling and good wine, many know Bill through Shipley Group, where he is Chairman and operator. In addit...
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2019 Showcasing YoCo! Annual Dinner Awardees ...March 15, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is proud to announce the 2019 Annual Dinner awardees, and the line-up of local York talent. New this year is the Revolutionary Award for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Sponsored by WellSpan Health, the celebratio...
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Development Projects Progress Under Changed L...February 8, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) announces new leadership for notable development projects of the YCEA and the York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA). Ms. Kim Hogeman, Manager of Strategic Development, will be taking on new leadershi...
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Silas Chamberlin Named to York County Rail Tr...January 31, 2019The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to announce Silas Chamberlin, Vice President, Economic & Community Development has been appointed to the York County Rail Trail Authority. Chamberlin is a past member of the Pennsylvania Trails Advis...
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YCEA Internships OpenJanuary 8, 2019Please click here to download the application and submit it, along with an updated resume, to: York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) Attn.: Lauren Gross 144 Roosevelt Ave. York, PA 17401 Applications can be sent electronically (preferred) to Lauren Gros...
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JJ Sheffer Joins YCEA as Director, Community ...January 6, 2019York, PA – (January 7, 2019) – The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) is excited to announce that Ms. JJ Sheffer will join the YCEA team beginning Monday, January 7, as Director, Community Programming, bringing with her a bevy of successful events and e...
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Development of the Eden Road ProjectOctober 5, 2018In 2009 Harley-Davidson began exploring cost-saving measures and exploring the possibility of building a new facility. Efficiencies and building the “Factory of the future” were high priorities. They had engaged with a national site-selector firm to eval...
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Press Conference: YoCo Bloom Micro-Grant Awar...August 15, 2018A press conference will be held on Thursday, August 16 at 12 p.m. in the boardroom on the second floor of the York County Economic Alliance (144 Roosevelt Avenue, York PA, 17401) to announce the winners of the first-ever YoCo Bloom Micro-Grant program.
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National Conference Coming to YorkJuly 26, 2018In partnership with York Exponential and the City of York, the YCEA invites all media to a press conference announcing a special event to be held this October, focused on innovation, The York Plan 2.0 and the 4th Industrial Revolution. Monday, July 30,...
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YCEA Announces 2018-19 WBCO Advisory CouncilJuly 9, 2018The York County Economic Alliance is proud to announce the 2018-19 Women’s Business Center (WBCO) Advisory Council members. The Advisory Council is comprised of professional women in York County from diverse industries that assist and advise with the prog...
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York County Economic Alliance Launches YoCo B...June 20, 2018The York County Economic Alliance is proud to announce a new initiative – YoCo Bloom. This micro-grant program will award two $2,500 grants to members of YCEA in the YoCo community. The grants will act as a stepping stone for organizations or businesse...
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Press Conference: YoCo Bloom Grant LaunchJune 18, 2018A press conference will be held on Wednesday, June 20 at 12 p.m. in the boardroom on the second floor of the York County Economic Alliance (144 Roosevelt Avenue, York PA, 17401) to announce the launch of the YoCo Bloom Grant program. This new initiativ...
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Share Your Voice with The Yorktowne HotelJune 11, 2018The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA), staffed by YCEA, invites the community to a public forum to hear an update on the progress of the historic hotel’s renovations and share suggestions for the next phase. “About a year and a half ago...
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York County Industrial Development Authority ...May 15, 2018The York County Industrial Development Authority (YCIDA), staffed by YCEA, is proud to announce the historic Yorktowne Hotel will be part of Tapestry Collection by Hilton. “This is a vital and impactful step in the new Yorktowne Hotel,” states Jack Kay...
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Harley Davidson Hiring Information SessionMay 9, 2018The York County Economic Alliance announces a hiring informational session for Harley-Davidson. Harley-Davidson is expanding its production lines and creating hundreds of jobs within the next year. Within the next two months, they are expecting to fill...
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York County Economic Alliance to Host a Tax R...April 3, 2018The York County Economic Alliance (YCEA) will host a Discussion with Congressman Perry on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at PennAir, 580 Davies Dr., York, PA 17402. Media is invited to attend at 10:30 a.m. for the Q&A session. Media is not permitted on a tour o...
