Attract. Sustain. Grow.

Low Operating Costs

ATTRACT

Major Metropolitan Access

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Booming Business Climate

Expert Growth Team

SUSTAIN

Incubator Facilities

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Special Supportive Programs

Job Training Programs

GROW

Strong Business Community

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES

Readily Available Labor

The Scranton Plan Proposed Goals

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT

JOBS CREATED & RETAINED

PROJECTS

GROWING COMMUNITY

The Scranton Plan, implementing economic development marketing strategies built upon a platform of business attraction, sustainment and growth.

Our nationally recognized and award-winning team is investing in economic development and marketing programs with a clear focus on business attraction, sustainment and growth in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

ATTRACT.

Located in the heart of Pennsylvania’s Northeast, Lackawanna County is a location of choice for relocating and expanding businesses. Our booming business climate, access to major metropolitan markets, operating costs, labor availability and superior quality of life are leading national corporations to invest in greater Scranton. Are you looking for your next corporate location? Consider greater Scranton and let our team of experienced professionals guide you through the process.

SUSTAIN.

The Scranton Plan is committed to supporting the development and growth of new business in Lackawanna County. We have designed programs and incubator facilities to support entrepreneurs and transitioning businesses. Whether your business is in the start-up phase or accelerating to the next step in your company’s lifecycle let our team help you grow your business, right here in northeastern Pennsylvania.

GROW.

Ranked among the top 100 Best Places to live by U.S. News & World Report, Scranton is home to national industry leaders in healthcare, manufacturing, transportation & logistics and back-office functions. These companies are succeeding here because of our strategic location in the center of the Boston-Washington Corridor, available inventory of real estate, readily available labor pool and access to customized job training programs. By joining our business community your success is celebrated and essential to our region’s growth.

Lackawanna County, A Perfect Location Choice.

Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania is a location of choice for relocating and expanding businesses. Poised as a hub of innovative business activity, Greater Scranton offers an ample workforce, low operating costs, booming business climate and superior quality of life.

Located in the heart of Pennsylvania’s Northeast, major metropolitan areas including Philadelphia, New York, Northern New Jersey, Harrisburg and Syracuse are within a two hour drive of Scranton. Five major interstate highways converge in Scranton, providing access to 80 million consumers within an overnight drive and 80% of the U.S. population within two days or less.

If you are looking to relocate or expand your business or family, we welcome you to explore the many opportunities we have available.

The Greater Scranton area…investing in growing industry and growing families

The Latest News From Scranton Plan

“When you step into our building you can actually feel the difference and how it relates to people being committed and passionate about their work – from the moment they walk in to the moment they walk out.”

Susan E. Unvarsky
Senior Vice President, Prudential Retirement

“The number one key to our success over the many years is our workforce. They are eager to learn, eager to do new things, very flexible, very educatable.”

David Hawk
Chairman of the Board, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates

“The workforce here (Scranton) is very strong. The work ethic is fantastic. We feel a lot of our success as a company is due to the fact that our associates have a genuine concern about doing a great job for our customers. That’s what makes us successful in Northeastern Pennsylvania.”

Dick Kane
Kane Is Able

“Bedrock Technology, with the help and support of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce’s incubator program, is proud to have been able to grow our two-man operation into a team of the most highly-skilled IT professionals in the region. Along with my partner, Adam Basalyga, we look forward to the future of our business and are excited for ongoing expansion into new territories.”

FRANK SURACI
CO-OWNER, BEDROCK TECHNOLOGY

“Our industry is undergoing tremendous change. We’re updating our infrastructure, installing smart grid systems, improving reliability and exploring new opportunities to help our customers use energy wisely. We rely on the innovative, hardworking people in this region to do this challenging work.”

ALANA ROBERTS
PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES

“When you step into our building you can actually feel the difference and how it relates to people being committed and passionate about their work – from the moment they walk in to the moment they walk out.”

Susan E. Unvarsky
Senior Vice President, Prudential Retirement

“The number one key to our success over the many years is our workforce. They are eager to learn, eager to do new things, very flexible, very educatable.”

David Hawk
Chairman of the Board, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates

“The workforce here (Scranton) is very strong. The work ethic is fantastic. We feel a lot of our success as a company is due to the fact that our associates have a genuine concern about doing a great job for our customers. That’s what makes us successful in Northeastern Pennsylvania.”

Dick Kane
President, Kane Is Able

“Bedrock Technology, with the help and support of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce’s incubator program, is proud to have been able to grow our two-man operation into a team of the most highly-skilled IT professionals in the region. Along with my partner, Adam Basalyga, we look forward to the future of our business and are excited for ongoing expansion into new territories.”

FRANK SURACI
CO-OWNER, BEDROCK TECHNOLOGY

“Our industry is undergoing tremendous change. We’re updating our infrastructure, installing smart grid systems, improving reliability and exploring new opportunities to help our customers use energy wisely. We rely on the innovative, hardworking people in this region to do this challenging work.”

ALANA ROBERTS
PPL ELECTRIC UTILITIES

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