Business Details
44 Years
experience
Building Partnerships for Successful Businesses & Communities
Founded in 1982, we are a private, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality of Central Pennsylvania through strategic partnerships with businesses, government, and nonprofit entities. Our mission focuses on workforce development, youth programs, grant management, and homeland security initiatives. We provide specialized recruiting services, workplace culture assessments, staff development programs, and change management solutions to help businesses operate more effectively. As fiscal agents for regional homeland security task forces, we support disaster preparedness and business continuity efforts across multiple counties.Our youth programs, including the Blueprint for Success summer career camp, prepare young people for future employment through hands-on learning experiences and industry partnerships. We offer grant management and administrative services to non-profits and public entities, ensuring efficient use of resources. With decades of experience, our team delivers consulting services tailored to organizational needs, including leadership development, employee satisfaction surveys, and board meeting facilitation. Our commitment to community-driven solutions has made us a trusted partner for employers and organizations throughout Central Pennsylvania.
Services
Youth Programs
Grant Management
Homeland Security Task Forces
Workforce Development
Professional Outplacement
Staff Development
Change Management
Business Continuity Planning
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in workforce development and community partnerships
- Our team provides specialized recruiting and organizational development solutions
- We offer youth career exploration programs with local industry partnerships
- We manage homeland security task forces covering multiple Pennsylvania counties
- Our grant management services support non-profits and public entities
Services
Youth Programs
Our youth programs provide career exploration opportunities for ages 12-16 through hands-on learning experiences and industry partnerships. Participants tour local businesses, interact with community leaders, and gain practical career skills during our two-week summer camp. These programs help prepare young people for future employment while connecting them with regional employers.
Grant Management
We offer comprehensive grant management and administrative services to non-profits and public entities. Our services include fiscal oversight, reporting, procurement support, and RFP assistance. This allows organizations to focus on their core mission while we handle operational aspects like accounting, bookkeeping, and event coordination.
Homeland Security Task Forces
We serve as fiscal agent for regional homeland security task forces covering multiple Pennsylvania counties. Our work includes business continuity planning, disaster preparedness, and coordination with emergency responders. We help communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural disasters, accidents, and criminal acts through coalition-building and resource sharing.
Workforce Development
Our workforce development services include specialized recruiting, workplace culture assessments, and staff development programs. We help employers with mass recruiting, employee satisfaction surveys, leadership training, and organizational change management. Our services support businesses in improving recruitment effectiveness and employee retention.
Professional Outplacement
We provide career transition services for employers experiencing workforce reductions. Our outplacement services help dislocated workers find new employment while offering survivor workshops for remaining employees. This comprehensive approach supports both departing and continuing staff during organizational changes.
Questions
What services does PICCC offer to businesses?
We provide workforce development services including recruiting, workplace culture assessments, staff development, change management, and professional outplacement services.
What youth programs are available?
Our Blueprint for Success program is a two-week summer career camp for ages 12-16 featuring business tours, leadership development, and career exploration activities.
Do you offer grant management services?
Yes, we provide fiscal management, reporting, and administrative support for non-profits and organizations receiving federal, state, or local grants.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Central Pennsylvania with homeland security task forces covering 17 counties across the East Central, North Central, and South Central Mountains regions.
