December 30th, 2021 by WCBC Radio

The days of looking for the next Kelly Springfield, Westvaco, PPG or Celenese have passed for Cumberland- with an economic development consultant advising the city to “think small” when it comes to attracting new businesses. Kyle Talente, vice president of RKG Associates based in Alexandria, Virginia, presented recommendations to the Cumberland Mayor and City Council earlier this month. Given the population trends in the area as well as the lack of available buildings and property inventory needed to accommodate major manufacturers, Telente says the focus moving forward should be on attracting small businesses…