Mission
Drive Happy Valley’s overall sports and entertainment strategy, enrich the quality of life, create economic impact, and raise visibility for our region.
Upcoming Events






As we kick off a new fiscal year of growth and opportunity, the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance (HVSEA) is proud to introduce the Board of Directors. With a diverse range of experience, our board members play a vital role in guiding the organization and ensuring its continued success.
Centre County’s Certified Film Commissioner, Pablo Lopez, is hosting a three-day Film Production Bootcamp in State College and Bellefonte, PA, from October 21–23, 2025. Designed for film students, aspiring production assistants, storytellers, and career changers, the bootcamp offers an inside look at the film industry from seasoned professionals.
The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau’s Film Production Manager, Pablo Lopez, CFC, continues to build momentum in bringing film projects to Centre County and beyond. A Penn State graduate in Film/Cinema/Video Studies, Lopez founded Dark Mind Productions in 2015 before joining the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau in 2019. In September 2024, he earned his Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) certification, becoming a certified film commissioner. Over the years, he has worked on projects ranging from music videos to feature films, while also serving as a consultant across the industry.
As we kick off a new fiscal year of growth and opportunity, the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance (HVSEA) is proud to introduce the Board of Directors. With a diverse range of experience, our board members play a vital role in guiding the organization and ensuring its continued success.
Centre County’s Certified Film Commissioner, Pablo Lopez, is hosting a three-day Film Production Bootcamp in State College and Bellefonte, PA, from October 21–23, 2025. Designed for film students, aspiring production assistants, storytellers, and career changers, the bootcamp offers an inside look at the film industry from seasoned professionals.
The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau’s Film Production Manager, Pablo Lopez, CFC, continues to build momentum in bringing film projects to Centre County and beyond. A Penn State graduate in Film/Cinema/Video Studies, Lopez founded Dark Mind Productions in 2015 before joining the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau in 2019. In September 2024, he earned his Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) certification, becoming a certified film commissioner. Over the years, he has worked on projects ranging from music videos to feature films, while also serving as a consultant across the industry.