Conversation with PA DCED’s Chief Commercial Officer Aaron Pitts

Aaron Pitts recently spoke with the Chamber’s Select Greater Philadelphia team about the PA DCED’s new economic development unit, BusinessPA, the state’s 10-year economic development strategy, and recent successes.

University of Pennsylvania Tops Fast Company’s List of Academic Institutions Driving Economic Growth 

The University of Pennsylvania ranked #2 on Fast Company’s Ignition Schools list of academic institutions significantly boosting their local and global business ecosystem through its leadership in entrepreneurship and innovation.

Pa. Gov. Shapiro Invests $153 Million in SEPTA, Demonstrating Strong Infrastructure Commitment

Governor Shapiro’s $153 million investment in SEPTA will ensure continued transit operations and enhance economic growth and global appeal.

Legend Biotech to Open New R&D Center in Philadelphia

Legend Biotech is set to open a new 31,000-square-foot research and development center in Philadelphia’s Center City, employing 55 staff and enhancing the city’s status as a biotechnology hub.

Interius BioTherapeutics Advances In Vivo CAR Therapy with Penn Collaboration

Interius BioTherapeutics is developing an in vivo CAR therapy that aims to be faster, less expensive, and more widely available than current CAR T cell therapies, potentially revolutionizing treatment for B-cell malignancies.