45. Presque Publications - Erie Seniors

45. Presque Publications - Erie Seniors

This week on Erie's Front Row, Colleen and Jordan are joined by Jasmine Almeida, the founder of Presque Publications a new publishing company in Erie, PA. On this episode, we discuss starting a business in Erie, the first edition of Erie Seniors and the plans Jasmine has for the future of the brand.    https://erieseniors.com/ [https://erieseniors.com/] https://presquepublications.com/ [https://presquepublications.com/]

44. Children's Advocacy Center

This week on Erie's Front Row, Jordan and Colleen are joined by Michael Gaines the Executive Director of the Bradley H. Foulk Children's Advocacy Center of Erie County. On this episode we discuss the Children's Advocacy Center network, the services and programs that they provide our community, and the impact of the organization.

43. FRC

This week on Erie's Front Row, Jordan and Colleen are joined in the studio by Jeremy Young, the CEO of FRC. FRC is a federal government contractor based in Erie, PA. On this episode we discuss the growth of FRC from its roots in Washington DC to relocating the headquarters to Erie PA in 2018. We discuss thoughts on growing businesses, the importance of community engagement, and the future of FRC and its portfolio companies.

42. Menajerie Studio

This week on Erie's Front Row, Colleen and Jordan are joined in the studio by Nick and Jessica Taylor, the founders of Menajerie Studio. Outside of Menajerie, Nick and Jessica are also leading the effort to energize Erie's film ecosystem with their work through Film Erie. In this episode, we discuss Menajerie Studios, the film ecosystem in Erie, and efforts to attract and support talent in this industry in our region.

41. National Civics Bee

This week on Erie's Front Row, Jordan and Colleen are joined in the studio by Brian Gutowski, Middle School Social Science Educator and Technology Director at Erie Day School, to discuss the National Civics Bee program. The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership is proud to partner with the US Chamber Foundation and educators across the region to present the National Civics Bee regional competition. In this episode, we discuss the importance of civics education, the program's experience for educators and students, and take a moment to celebrate the next generation of leadership.