$10.7M Investment to Bring 100 Tech Jobs to Harrisburg

State funding supports digital marketing firm's expansion in Pennsylvania's capital city.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:00pm

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A $10.7 million private investment will expand a digital marketing firm's operations in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, creating 100 new technology jobs and retaining more than 400 existing positions in the city. The Commonwealth is contributing $900,000 in public funding to support the project, including grants for business growth and workforce training.

Why it matters

This investment is expected to strengthen Harrisburg's technology sector and support downtown revitalization efforts, aligning with the state's broader economic development strategy to attract private-sector investment and create new jobs across Pennsylvania.

The details

WebFX, a digital marketing company founded in 1995, plans to renovate the former Tracy Mansion in downtown Harrisburg into a training and meeting facility near its existing headquarters. The state funding includes an $800,000 Pennsylvania First grant to attract and retain businesses, as well as a $100,000 WEDnetPA grant for employee training programs.

  • The expansion is expected to take place over the next three years as hiring and renovation efforts move forward.
  • Governor Josh Shapiro announced the investment on April 11, 2026.

The players

WebFX

A digital marketing company that provides services to mid- and large-sized businesses.

Josh Shapiro

The Governor of Pennsylvania who announced the investment.

Rick Siger

The Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.

Bill Craig

The founder and CEO of WebFX.

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What they’re saying

“My Administration is committed to Harrisburg's success and today's announcement shows that our Capital City is making real progress.”

— Josh Shapiro, Governor of Pennsylvania

“The decision by WebFX to continue investing and growing in Harrisburg is a strong vote of confidence in our Capital City and in Pennsylvania's robust technology sector.”

— Rick Siger, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development

“As we continue to grow, we're excited to create new career opportunities, invest in our team's development, and further establish Harrisburg as a hub for innovation.”

— Bill Craig, Founder and CEO of WebFX

What’s next

WebFX's expansion will take place over the next three years as hiring and renovation efforts move forward.

The takeaway

This investment in Harrisburg's technology sector and downtown revitalization aligns with the state's broader economic development strategy to attract private-sector investment and create new jobs across Pennsylvania, further establishing the capital city as a hub for innovation.