Executive Davis Hosts Delegation Eyeing $200–300M Project
MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 16, 2025
ERIE COUNTY EXECUTIVE DAVIS WELCOMES FOREIGN BUSINESS DELEGATION TO EXPLORE FIVE PHASE $200-300 MILLION INVESTMENT
ERIE, PA: Erie County Executive Brenton Davis announced today the arrival of a foreign business delegation for a two-day tour of Erie County May 19-20, 2025, marking the first such visit following the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, D.C., earlier this week. The delegation will conduct due diligence, evaluate tax incentives, and visit potential sites for manufacturing investment during their stay on Monday and Tuesday.
The delegation, comprised of international business leaders and investors, will meet with local officials, economic development organizations, and representatives from Erie County’s leading educational institutions. The visit underscores Erie County’s growing appeal as a hub for advanced manufacturing, workforce development, and strategic business growth.
“We are thrilled to welcome this delegation to Erie County and showcase the unmatched opportunities we offer for business expansion,” said County Executive Davis. “From our skilled workforce and premier educational partners to our competitive incentives and prime location, Erie County is ready to support new investment and job creation. This visit is a testament to our proactive economic development efforts to attract global businesses following our participation in SelectUSA.”
Highlights of the delegation’s itinerary include:
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- Site selection tours of key industrial properties in Erie County.
- Meetings with economic development leaders to discuss local incentives, infrastructure, and growth opportunities.
Erie County Courthouse | 140 West Sixth St., Suite 504, Erie, Pennsylvania | Phone: 814-451-6232
Toll Free: 800-352-0026 | TTY: 8140451-6237 | Fax: 814-451-6334 | www.eriecountypa.gov - Collaborative discussions with educational institutions, including Penn State Behrend & Gannon University, to highlight workforce training pipelines and innovation partnerships.
The SelectUSA Investment Summit, hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce, connects international investors with economic opportunities across the United States. Erie County’s participation has paved the way for new foreign direct investment (FDI) prospects, reinforcing the region’s commitment to economic diversification and long-term prosperity.
SITE TOUR #1
WHEN: Monday, May 19, 2025 | 1:00 P.M.
WHERE: Burke Center – Penn State Behrend | 5101 Jordan Rd. | Erie, PA 16563
SITE TOUR #2
WHEN: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 11:00 A.M.
WHERE: Corry Redevelopment Authority | 1 Plastics Rd. | Corry, PA 16407
For media inquiries or additional details about the delegation’s visit, contact:
Deliliah Kuhn
Executive Assistant
814.722.7391
dkuhn@eriecountypa.gov
