News & Updates

Posted on March 16th, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Announcing the 2023 Louis J. Tullio Award Recipient

Today the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership (ERCGP) announced its 2023 nominees -- including the award recipient for its Louis J. Tullio Lifetime Achievement Award -- all of whom will be honored on April 13th during Celebration of Excellence. This year's event continues the tradition of honoring businesses that demonstrate a commitment to progress and acknowledge businesses and leaders who excel at what they do, going above and beyond for coworkers, employers, and the community.

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Posted on March 16th, 2023 at 8:30 AM
Young Erie Professionals On The Move

Erie, PA - Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership (ERCGP) is pleased to announce that Young Erie Professionals recently filed to become an independent 501(c)6. The group has operated as a program serving professionals under 40 since merging with the Erie Regional Chamber back in 2018. ERCGP and YEP have enjoyed a productive partnership over the past several years, collaborating on numerous events and initiatives to support the growth and development of young professionals in the Erie region. However, as both organizations continue to grow and evolve, they have each identified a need to focus on their unique strengths and areas of expertise.

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Posted on January 12th, 2023 at 12:00 PM
The Erie Community Foundation Announces New Appointment

The Erie Community Foundation and its Board of Trustees are pleased to announce the appointment of Ricardo “Ric” Giles as Director of Philanthropic Services.

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Posted on January 4th, 2023 at 9:30 AM
Asbury Woods Kicks Off Year of Water

Asbury Woods is thrilled to announce a new initiative to help achieve our vision that Northwestern Pennsylvania is a region where protection of and appreciation for natural places is a deeply held personal and community value.  As a way to delve deeper into important environmental and conservation topics, Asbury Woods will begin year-long themes that explore subjects in a robust and multi-disciplinary way.

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Posted on November 21st, 2022 at 1:30 PM
Apply Now: stART Up Creative Business Development Grant Program

The Erie County Redevelopment Authority is now accepting applications for its stART Up Creative Business Development Grant Program.

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Posted on September 14th, 2022 at 1:00 PM
FIRE Accelerator Announces 2022 Cohort

The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership announces the 2022 cohort of the FIRE Accelerator welcoming nine high tech startups to Erie. The startups have been selected to participate in the 10-week program

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Posted on August 1st, 2022 at 2:35 PM
The 2022 Celebration of Excellence Award Winners Announced

The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership (ERCGP) announced its annual Celebration of Excellence award recipients. This year's event continues the tradition of honoring businesses that demonstrate a commitment to progress and acknowledge businesses and leaders who excel at what they do, going above and beyond for coworkers, employers, and the community.  

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Posted on June 29th, 2022 at 1:30 PM
Erie County Redevelopment Authority Lends Over $1.6 Million During Second Quarter

Today, Chris Groner, Vice President of Capital Finance & Lending at Erie County Redevelopment Authority (ECRDA), announced the ECRDA’s 2022 second quarter lending report indiciating total loans topping $1.6 million. 

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Posted on May 26th, 2022 at 12:00 PM
Erie County Redevelopment Authority Announces New Diversity Loan Program

Erie County Redevelopment Authority (ECRDA) is excited and pleased to announce the creation of a new minority Diversity Loan Program.   The Diversity Loan Program offers micro-loans, ranging from $5000 to $35,000 for small businesses owned by a minority or woman. 

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Posted on May 10th, 2022 at 1:00 PM
Asbury Woods Launches New Initiative: Nature In Your Neighborhood

Nature In Your Neighborhood will take Asbury Woods’ science and nature programming on the road to various locations in the City of Erie during the summer. This free program will encourage family participation in various hands-on activities each week.

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