Defeats Crayola Crayons in Final Round of Bracket-Style Contest
The results are in, and Pennsylvania voters have spoken! The Sheetz MTO has earned the title of the “Coolest Thing Made in PA!” The convenience store favorite that hails from Altoona, PA, defeated coloring classic Crayola Crayons, which are produced in Easton, PA, in the 2025 competition’s final round.
‘From our public bracket unveiling in March to reveling in the close matchups over these last several weeks and seeing the voters weigh in, this year’s contest wasn’t only fun but again showcased Pennsylvania’s excellence in manufacturing, consumer engagement, and brand loyalty,” said PA Chamber President and CEO Luke Bernstein. “We love hosting this annual contest to remind people how many incredible products are made here and beloved across the Commonwealth, the nation, and worldwide. Congratulations to Sheetz on their well-deserved victory!”
This year’s contest generated more than 65,000 votes via the PA Chamber’s X, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn pages, and amassed more than 500,000 social media impressions.
“We are honored and so grateful to be named the ‘Coolest Thing in Pennsylvania,’” said Sheetz EVP of Marketing and Supply Chain Ryan Sheetz. “Our MTOs have been fueling Sheetz Runs for almost 40 years across the Commonwealth bringing value, customization, and variety to Sheetz Freakz everywhere – 24/7/365!”
The competition, which was sponsored by EXIM Bank, featured 64 teams across various industries, in every region of the Commonwealth. Nominees were determined following months of public input. More information about this year’s contest can be found at www.pachamber.org/coolestthing.
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