LVEDC Resources

A timeline marking key events over the past three decades that shaped Lehigh Valley’s economic renaissance

Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania is a growing, vibrant community in eastern Pennsylvania, located at the center of the East Coast's massive consumer market. ur $56 billion economy is powered by a skilled workforce and strategic location within a day's drive of one-third of the U.S. population. A heritage built on innovation, the Lehigh Valley continues to be a magnet for manufacturing and breakthrough technologies. We're home to global industry leaders and inspiring entrepreneurs. Among the Northeast's fastest-growing regions, the Lehigh Valley continues to attract the talent companies need to grow. Our trendy downtowns, historic districts, suburban communities, small-town settings, and rural landscapes offer a variety of cultural, recreational and living opportunities.

SkillsUSA Council Executive Director Andy Hammer talks about the abundant opportunity for students here in the Lehigh Valley.

Explore why Lehigh Valley Branding matters to small businesses and manufacturers, colleges and universities, visitor attraction and talent attraction.

Leaders from Olympus, OraSure Technologies, Evonik, and Shift4 talk about why Lehigh Valley, Pa., continues to attract top talent.

Marta Gabriel, Director of Government & Community Affairs of Crayola, talks about Lehigh Valley's quality of life that attracts talent and businesses to the region.

Amy Steigerwalt, Senior Vice President, Human Resource of OraSure, talks about innovative, self-starting, and problem-solving talent in the Lehigh Valley.

The success of our regional economy and community depends upon a strong, well-informed, and skilled workforce.

This Hot Careers Guide was developed by the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation in collaboration with Lehigh Valley employers to support these goals. The guide provides a clear visual representation of career opportunities in the region and a basis for meaningful career exploration based on individual interests. The occupations listed are the most common to appear in Lehigh Valley job postings, employ at least 95 people, and/or were suggested for inclusion by local employers.

Robert Cuscino, Senior Vice President, Regional Development at Evonik speaks about the STEM talent in this key hub location in Lehigh Valley.