The Lehigh Valley is experiencing an economic renaissance fueled by year-over-year GDP growth, booming manufacturing and smart technology investments. Home to over 700 manufacturers offering 37,000 highpaying jobs, Lehigh Valley is ranked #3 in the US among midsized markets for new development projects and has seen sustained median income rise. Overall population is increasing and while the “age 18-34” demographic is shrinking throughout the Northeast, in the Lehigh Valley, it is growing by 3% annually. Allentown is the largest city in the region with a population of 125,320. The establishment of the Neighborhood Improvement Zone (NIZ) has helped transform downtown with over $1 billion in new development. Allentown is home to several headquarters including Air Products and PPL Corporation.