URCI Welcomes Twila Fisher
New Ellsworth Economic Development Director
As the Union River Center looks toward evolving into its second decade as an economic development hub for the region, Ms. Twila Fisher brings more than 20 years of experience in both the public and private sectors. She has a proven track record in designing and implementing innovative economic and community development strategies for Department of Community Development for the City of Reading; the Hobart’s Run Neighborhood District; and most recently as the Director of Community and Economic Development at The Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
“I’m thrilled to join the City of Ellsworth and contribute to its continued growth and vitality,” said Ms. Fisher. “I look forward to listening, learning, and working alongside residents, businesses, and community partners to build on the city’s momentum and create opportunities that serve everyone.”
Ms. Fisher s extensive experience in forging partnerships, aligning resources with needs, and designing creative solutions to social challenges will be a huge asset to both the City of Ellsworth and to URCI. Her passion for municipal and historic preservation planning, workforce development and training, sustainability and climate action planning, and federal and state grant implementation will be integral to the City’s readiness to respond to and manage both its current and inevitable future growth.
“The Right Choice for Ellsworth”
According to Ellsworth City Manager, Charlie Pearse, even though Twila was the top scorer in both the resume review and interview rounds, “It was her genuine passion for community-driven work that really struck me; out of a large and competitive applicant pool, it’s refreshing—and rare—to land your top choice. But more importantly, Twila is the right choice for Ellsworth. She’s someone who will hit the ground running, take the time to understand local needs, and move quickly to deliver results. We’re thrilled to have her on board.”
Twila was particularly excited to learn about URCI and the growth potential it carries for the City of Ellsworth. “More than just a hub for new ideas, I believe innovation centers are the heartbeat of a thriving community, where collaboration, creativity, and entrepreneurship ignite economic growth, attract talent, and inspire a shared vision for the future. I look forward to partnering with Tracy (the City’s programming consultant) and learning more about the initiatives already underway.”