October 28, 2024 - Easton, PA
Pennsylvania Director of Outdoor Recreation Nathan Reigner visited Easton Outdoor Company to announce the launch of Elevate, a new business engagement initiative designed to strengthen Pennsylvania's outdoor recreation industry by engaging directly with the businesses that drive it.The Elevate initiative will connect with outdoor recreation businesses across the Commonwealth to identify barriers to growth, develop workforce solutions, and highlight Pennsylvania as a premier destination for outdoor recreation and a place where related businesses can thrive. Pennsylvania businesses involved in or benefiting from outdoor recreation are invited to complete a brief questionnaire.This initiative advances Governor Josh Shapiro's commitment to strengthening Pennsylvania's outdoor industry, delivering on his promise to make Pennsylvania a national leader in outdoor recreation, entrepreneurial opportunity, and job creation."Outdoor recreation is already a major economic driver in Pennsylvania and my Administration is working to grow the industry even further by connecting the dots between businesses in the Commonwealth's outdoor recreation economy so they can help each other grow and succeed," said Governor Shapiro. "This initiative is an example of how our commitment to outdoor recreation can lift up communities, create good jobs, and fuel economic growth across Pennsylvania. Outdoor recreation isn't just about business or economics - it's about our quality of life and enjoying the incredible natural beauty we're lucky to have here in Pennsylvania." Speakers Include: Nathan Reigner, Director of Outdoor RecreationNeil Fowler, Executive Director, Center for Strategic Partnerships, DCEDAdam Fairchild, Easton Outdoor Company, OwnerKaren Prieto, Twin Rivers Tubing, OwnerBill Strickland, Editorial Director, Hearst PublicationsLamont McClure, Northampton County ExecutiveKen Brown, Vice Mayor, Easton City CouncilFrank Pintabone, Easton City Council