RIDGEWAY — The North Central Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (Northcentral) announced that Brent Addleman has been named the organization's marketing and communications coordinator.
Jim Choney, the organization's executive director, said the newly created position will serve to inform local residents about North Central's efforts throughout the six-county region. This position will also work with local government officials with a focus on community development and economic growth.
North Central serves commercial and industrial businesses in Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean, and Potter Counties with business financing, community development, enterprise development, information technology and broadband, transportation, and WIC (Women, Infants, and Children). ) provides services through the program.
“We are thrilled to be able to continue building this community,” said Amy Kessler, Director of Community Development and Regional Planning. “We are pleased to welcome Brent to the North Central team as a central figure in strengthening our community participation and engagement efforts.
“Brent brings a unique combination of skills and a proven track record of driving community engagement that is important to our overall mission. His expertise in building meaningful connections; Our deep commitment to understanding and addressing the needs of our local communities will be invaluable,” Kessler said. “Brent's arrival marks a pivotal moment for us, as we continue to actively engage the public, not just listen, in shaping the future of our projects and initiatives. It strengthens our efforts.”
Mr. Adleman comes to North Central after a 28-year career in the news industry, with stints in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Texas and Illinois.
“I am excited to join the hard-working and dedicated staff here at North Central,” Adleman said. “This organization has a long-standing tradition of helping businesses and people thrive in this region, and I look forward to helping to maintain that tradition. We look forward to working together and sharing our success stories.”
