October 07, 2022 - Bedford, PA
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Acting Secretary Neil Weaver launched Pennsylvania Manufacturing Week and highlighted the Wolf Administration's support for the manufacturers that contribute to Pennsylvania's ranking as the sixth largest economy in the United States. "Manufacturing has always been the backbone of Pennsylvania's economy, and today is no different," said Sec. Weaver. "Our modern manufacturing industry has an economic impact of more than $113.2 billion and provides rewarding career opportunities for Pennsylvanians - accounting for nearly 10 percent of all jobs in the commonwealth. Today, and every day, we celebrate the innovation, imagination, and legendary can-do spirit of our manufacturers." List of Speakers:Bette Slayton, President and CEO, Bedford County Development Assoc.Neil Weaver, Acting Secretary DCEDJesse Topper, House of RepresentativesBo Pratt, President Rockland Manufacturing CompanyMichael O'Dellick, Director Bedford County Techinal Center
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