The Space Economy: Legacy Industries and Emerging Trends

By Dan Gundersen, FM, HLM, and Dawn Otterby

The Space Economy is rapidly emerging as a vital sector of economic opportunity, fostering innovation, creating jobs, and generating revenues across diverse industries.

How Do Economic Developers Measure 'Quality of Life'?

By Michelle Black

In part 2 of this series, learn how economic developers can quantifiably measure quality of life by evaluating different social, economic, health, and environmental factors that contribute to residents' well-being.

PROJECT PROFILE: Economic Development Strategy for Centre County, PA

By Lindsay Johnson

Home to Penn State University and known for its natural beauty and devoted residents, Centre County found itself at an economic development crossroads in 2023. The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County hired Camoin Associates to develop its first countywide economic strategy in over 20 years. Link to the final report provided.

Overcoming NIMBYism in Affordable Housing Development

By John Walker

Explore why urgently needed affordable housing developments are often met with community resistance, or "NIMBYism," and what can be done to avoid this type of reaction.

Tourism and Economic Development: Building a Thriving Community for Business

By Karen Meier

Tourism is a key driver of economic growth, enhancing a region's quality of life and its attractiveness to businesses and talent.

Bowling at Strike Zone
L to R, front row: Karen Meier, Tori McNiff, Michelle Black, Pat Stanley, Katherine Follansbee, and Lindsay Johnson.

L to R, middle: Alex Tranmer, Dillion Roberts, Charles Quinichett, Dan Gundersen, Jim Damicis, Rob Camoin, Devon Downing, Rachel Selsky, and Joanne Damicis.
L to R, back: Neal Lesser, Christa Franzi, Garrett Camoin, Robert O'Brien, Tom Dworetsky (airborn), Dawn Otterby, Angela Hallowell, Connor Allen, Thomas Galvin, and John Walker.

Food Pantry Donation

Senior Vice President Dan Gundersen helps a volunteer stock the shelves with donations from Camoin Associates at the Franklin Community Center Food Pantry.