Supporting Erie’s business community, with Brandon Mendoza

About this episode

Dr. Ralph Ford discusses the Erie 300 strategy and the involvement of local universities in economic development with Brandon Mendoza.

Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Brandon Mendoza, president and CEO of the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership, about the Erie 300 strategy and the role of local universities in economic-development work. Originally recorded on January 12, 2026.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Ralph Ford

Guest: Brandon Mendoza

Topics covered

• economic development
• local business
• university role
• community support
• Erie 300 strategy

Keywords

• Erie
• economic development
• business community
• Penn State Behrend
• Brandon Mendoza
• Erie Regional Chamber

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership

Places: Erie

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