GPLEX
March 30th 2016
Calling All You Angels: The Leadership Exchange Is Heading To L.A.
It’s that time again … the Economy League is about to kick off application season for this year’s Greater Philadelphia Leadership Exchange, our annual initiative designed to strengthen connections and kindle big thinking among our region’s business, civic, and public sector leaders. Read More
GPLEX
February 23rd 2016
Exploding Five Myths about Los Angeles
In preparation for this fall’s Greater Philadelphia Leadership Exchange visit to Los Angeles, Economy League Managing Director for Regional Engagement Josh Sevin explodes a few common myths about L.A. and points toward some of the themes that we’ll be exploring in Southern California. Read More
Infrastructure
January 21st 2016
Regional Infrastructure Outlook for 2016
With the calendar turning over into a new year, Economy League managing director Nick Frontino takes a look at some of the top infrastructure issues to watch in Greater Philadelphia in 2016. Read More
GPLEX
December 21st 2015
Wilmington's Renaissance
Despite the city of Wilmington’s reputation as a business powerhouse, strategic location along the northeast corridor, and proximity to major transportation assets (I-95, Philadelphia International Airport, Wilmington Airport, Amtrak), the New Castle County seat is often overshadowed by the larger,... Read More
GPLEX
December 21st 2015
Rolling Out the Welcome Mat for Immigrants
While the national dialogue around immigration policy and legislative reforms remains pitched, cities and regions are leading the way in welcoming immigrants and newcomers. Read More
Infrastructure
December 15th 2015
New Study: The Benefits of SEPTA's King of Prussia Rail Project
Earlier this month, the Economy League released a new report detailing the economic impacts of the King of Prussia Rail Project in front of a packed house at the Sheraton Valley Forge for our Connecting with the King World Class Infrastructure Forum. The King of Prussia Rail Project aligns... Read More
Infrastructure
November 23rd 2015
Considering the Benefits of King of Prussia Rail
At our December 3 World Class Infrastructure Forum Connecting with the King, the Economy League will release a new report detailing the local impact of this significant transportation investment. Read More
GPLEX
November 23rd 2015
PHL Makes It Look Easy Being Green
While Philadelphia’s recent designation as a World Heritage City will bring with it increased international attention, it has quietly been building a global reputation in an area that is invisible to most – green infrastructure. Read More
GPLEX
November 23rd 2015
Community Health Innovators in North Philadelphia
A recurring theme throughout the last three Leadership Exchanges has been the important role that access to quality healthcare plays in community development. Read More
GPLEX
November 23rd 2015