Businesses Building a Stronger Forest County

Support Local Small Businesses!

Small businesses are the backbone of small communities. Shop, eat, drink, and hire local businesses to build a stronger Forest County!

Our Mission

The FCBA was formed in 2012 to bring together the businesses of Forest County and nearby communities for the purpose of assisting existing and developing new local businesses. The community benefits from healthy businesses through:

Jobs created
Commercial properties filled
Increased property values
A healthier local tax base
Local businesses supporting local causes
And more!

EMPOWERS Project

The FCBA has secured multiple rounds of funding from the USDA to present programs that support growth and development of businesses in and adjacent to Forest County.

Strength through Partnerships

The FCBA believes in building partnerships with other organizations for the benefit of our businesses, residents, and communities. Working together is the best and only way to get things done!

Youth Entrepreneurs

Our youth are our future and the FCBA is dedicated to helping them explore all options, discover their career path, and develop a plan for their future in Forest County.

Member Spotlight

FCBA Member Spotlight: Snyder’s Auto Body

In 1961 Butch Snyder graduated from Vale Tech in Blairsville, PA. He worked as an auto body technician before becoming self-employed and opening Snyder’s Auto Body, in Tylersburg, PA, in 1979. Between 1979 and 1987 Butch expanded the square footage [...]

Latest News

FCBA Issues Makerspace Feasibility RFP

The Forest County Business Alliance has issued a Request for Proposals for a consultant to study the feasibility of creating a maker space facility in Forest County. The deadline for proposals has passed and selection of a consultant is underway. [...]

Upcoming Events

2021 Annual Dinner Scheduled!

The FCBA's Annual Dinner is back! Join us for an update on our EMPOWERS project, a great program, great food, and a return to network with your peers! Join us on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 at the Flying W Ranch [...]