Free Annual Coatesville-Area Economic (ACE) Forum Addresses Development, Trends, and Economic Advancements Impacting Coatesville and Region - Nov. 1

Coatesville, PA – October 23, 2024 – More than 100 state and local business, community, and government leaders are expected to attend the 2nd Annual Coatesville-area Economic Forum (ACE), Friday, November 1^st to share the latest development news, trends and economic advancements impacting Coatesville and the surrounding region. 

The event will be held at the Chester County Public Safety Training Campus, 137 Modena Road in Coatesville, between 7:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. It is free and open to the public while space remains, but registration is required and will be closing soon. Visit coatesville.org for information and to register.

This year’s forum will feature presentations and discussions that focus on Investment Opportunities in Coatesville and the region, Economic Impact of Homeownership, State and Local Funding Opportunities for Business Development, and the Future of Trades.

Panelists include Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz, Sue Springsteen (H2O Connected LLC), Michael Schorr (Department of Community & Economic Development), Karen Kozachyn (Delaware County Community College), Dolores Colligan (Chester County Department of Community Development), Chris Wiseman (Habitat for Humanity) and more.

The event will be highlighted by presentations by the region’s leading female influencers, who will discuss the impact of Workforce Development, Housing Generation, and Small Business Development.

The ACE Forum is presented by the City of Coatesville in partnership with the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry, and Chester County Economic Development Council. It is made possible by generous event sponsors including Comcast, PA American Water, Cleveland-Cliffs, Presence Bank, Gawthrop Greenwood, PC, Meridian Bank, Chester County Economic Development Council, TMACC, The Alliance for Health Equity, SERVPRO of Kennett Square/Oxford, RT, and Assured Partners.

About the City of Coatesville: The first and only city in Chester County, Coatesville is home to 13,300 neighbors and is undergoing economic and cultural revitalization that integrates innovation, education, and smart economic development. The City is fueled by a lively entrepreneurial spirit, rooted in its rich historic past. Founded in 1915, Coatesville’s Historic District features many resources listed on the National Register of Historic Places, coupled with vibrant new restaurants and small businesses in the downtown area. The City is home to the National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum and the nationally recognized Coatesville Invitational Vintage Grand Prix. Coatesville.org

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