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Erie's Front Row: Episode 16
Posted on Sep. 5, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
This week we turn the microphone around and Jake interviews Jordan about the FIRE Accelerator. The FIRE Accelerator is the flagship entrepreneurship program of the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership.
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Erie's Front Row: Episode 15
Posted on Aug. 29, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
This week, Jake and Jordan are joined in the studio by Dr. Chris Gray, Founding President of the Erie County Community College.
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2025 Spirit of Erie
Posted on Jul. 30, 2025 / Awards, Events / Subscribe 0
Celebrate Erie’s momentum at the inaugural Spirit of Erie, an evening of connection and recognition on September 24 at the Bayfront Convention Center. Learn who will be taking home awards this year.
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Episode 14: Artificial Intelligence
Posted on Jun. 18, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
This week, Jake and Jordan are joined in the studio by Thomas Laird, CEO of Expivia and Founder of Otto QA. On this episode, we discuss Artificial Intelligence, how it is impacting business, and tips for how to become more comfortable using AI daily.
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Episode 13: Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
Posted on Jun. 13, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
Jake and Jordan talk with Matt Greene from DCNR about Presque Isle, Erie Bluffs, and the vital role state parks play in our community as natural, economic, and recreational assets.
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Episode 12: Erie Zoo
Posted on Jun. 12, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
Jake and Jordan speak with Roo Kojancie from the Erie Zoological Society about the history and mission of the Erie Zoo, the assets it manages, and meaningful ways the community can support and get involved with this beloved local institution.
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Episode 11: Erie County Technical School
Posted on Jun. 10, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
Jake and Jordan talk with Matt?Laverde from the Erie County Technical School about student resources, workforce training, and how ECTS is helping regional employers close skills gaps in our local economy.
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Episode 10: Ben Franklin Technology Partners
Posted on Jun. 6, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
Jake and Jordan welcome Brian Slawin from Ben Franklin Technology Partners to discuss support for regional businesses, available resources, and how local collaborations are fueling innovation and growth across central and northern Pennsylvania.
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Episode 9: Erie Events
Posted on Jun. 2, 2025 / Podcast / Subscribe 0
Jake and Jordan talk with Gus Pine, Executive Director of Erie Events, about the Erie Convention Center Authority, the venues and events they manage, and the vision for growing Erie’s event and tourism scene.
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CRIZ Takes Center Stage at June Knowledge Breakfast
Posted on Jun. 2, 2025 / Subscribe 0
Local leaders gather to explore how Erie’s newest economic development tool could unlock $750 million in reinvestment.
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