Everett, PA – The Bedford County Development Association (BCDA) is pleased to announce the acquisition of nine (9) acres in the Everett Business Park by Fire & Risk Alliance, LLC (FRA) for the establishment of a Research and Development Campus. The site will include research, testing and training facilities. FRA, founded in 2011, is a …
The Stahl family established Bedford Reinforced Plastics in 1974, originally operating out of a small barn with three pultrusion machines and about a dozen employees. The company now employs 215 workers and operates its own shipping and logistics company, called Reinforced Logistics. BRP specializes in custom-designed lightweight fiberglass reinforced plastic products that are corrosion resistant, …
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Bedford County is home to a mix of successful businesspeople. Some were born here; others came here later in life. Nate Roadman, president and CEO of the Reed Wertz and Roadman Insurance Agency, and his wife, Katelyn Bombardiere, share both perspectives under the same roof. “I studied finance at the University of Colorado …
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After a successful career in the Air Force, Jen Judd decided to take command of her own life and transition to a career in arts and graphic design. “I was enlisted and worked in finance and personnel, and later got commissioned,” she said. Her assignments allowed her to see northern Italy and much of …
Pursuit of art led Jen Judd home to an impactful freelance career Read More »
Bedford, PA – Bedford County Development Association and Startup Alleghenies recently co-hosted an Entrepreneur Enrichment workshop session and mixer at LIFeSTYLE NextDoor. Nearly 50 people attended the free event which featured information for business owners on redirecting negativity and reducing stress as well as opportunities to get to know local small businesses. Psychologist and motivational …
Bedford, PA – Taylor Wahl, a senior at Saint Vincent College studying International Business and Operational Excellence/Supply Chain Management, is now the owner of one of Downtown Bedford’s beautiful and historic buildings, the Hofius House. The location is the future home of Twila’s, Taylor’s new sewing and quilting business. She plans to carry on the …
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Biking past meadows and farms. Hiking forested trails. Paddling calm lakes. In Bedford County, locals and visitors know no limits when it comes to outdoor adventure. “This area is rich in natural outdoor recreation assets because of our rural and mountainous landscape,” says Jennifer Marsh, vice president of the Bedford County Development Association. “We’re home …
Vision for amplifying outdoor recreation assets and economic growth BEDFORD, PA — The Bedford County Development Association Board of Directors represents a broad cross-section of industry and geographic diversity. This year’s chair, Dr. Sherry Cain, Cain Coaching and Consulting, noted “I hope to build on the great accomplishments that have occurred in the past. Our focus …
Hope for Hyndman students filming at Mission Critical Solutions Chestnut Ridge Middle School students filming at Bedford Reinforced Plastics BEDFORD, PA – The What’s So Cool About Manufacturing® video contest in Bedford County culminates this week when the Viewers Choice Award voting opens Wednesday, April 12. Anyone can participate by watching and choosing their favorite …
The county’s top ranking is driven by its thriving manufacturing sector Bedford, PA – A December report from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) found that Bedford County ranked first among Pennsylvania counties in its gross domestic product (GDP) growth from 2020-21. GDP measures economic production, the value of all finished …
Bedford County Ranks First Among Pennsylvania Counties in GDP Growth Read More »