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Navigating the Greater Philadelphia Economic Landscape: Insights from Business Sentiment Reports

Navigating the Greater Philadelphia Economic Landscape: Insights from Business Sentiment Reports

Understanding the nuances of the economic environment is crucial for any successful business. For business owners in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Philadelphia, The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia‘s in-depth business sentiment reports, conducted as part of the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development’s “Engage!” Initiative, provide a glimpse into current market conditions.

For the past seven years, the Chamber has been conducting a comprehensive sentiment analysis of data collected by the region’s local partners across Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. By proactively listening […]

December 9th, 2025|Livability, Our News, Philadelphia|0 Comments

Bringing the World to PA: Showcasing Greater Philadelphia’s Global Potential

Bringing the World to PA: Showcasing Greater Philadelphia’s Global Potential

Global investment is a critical driver of innovation, job creation, and economic resilience. As international companies look to the U.S. for expansion, Greater Philadelphia got the chance to show the world that it is not merely a participant in the global economy but a leader in shaping its future.

From September 8–20, 2025, Pennsylvania held “Bringing the World to PA”—a statewide tour designed to connect the Commonwealth’s international investment representatives with the many diverse and thriving economic ecosystems throughout the state.

This tour, a long-standing initiative led by the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED), welcomed a […]

September 30th, 2025|Investments, Livability, Our News|0 Comments

Discovery Starts with The Wistar Institute’s Cellular Biologist Michela Perego, Ph.D.

Discovery Starts with The Wistar Institute’s Cellular Biologist Michela Perego, Ph.D.

Posing for a photo in the hallway at The Wistar Institute dressed in a white lab coat and smiling at a camera, cellular biologist Michela Perego, Ph.D., shared a little secret: Working as a scientist in a lab isn’t as glamorous as it appears on TV.

As Perego explained, the long hours spent in the lab can be draining, and the perseverance required to keep moving forward amid setbacks can be frustrating. But despite what Hollywood’s depictions may gloss over, Perego said, in her opinion, working as a […]

April 15th, 2025|Corporate Culture, Largest Employers, Life Sciences, Livability, Our News, Philadelphia, Workforce|0 Comments

‘Stay for Philly’ – New Talent Attraction Campaign Highlights Top Reasons to Live and Work in Greater Philadelphia

‘Stay for Philly’ – New Talent Attraction Campaign Highlights Top Reasons to Live and Work in Greater Philadelphia

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (the Chamber) has launched a new regional talent attraction campaign – Stay for Philly. This initiative builds on the region’s renowned tourism campaign, ‘Come for Philadelphia, Stay for Philly,’ but shifts the focus to transforming top talent into permanent residents.

Developed in partnership with Visit Philadelphia, the Chamber’s Stay for Philly campaign also draws inspiration […]

February 27th, 2025|Company Locates/Expansion Announcements, Livability, Our News, Philadelphia, Talent Announcements, Workforce|0 Comments

Philadelphia’s 2026 Events: A Catalyst for Long-Term Economic Growth

Philadelphia’s 2026 Events: A Catalyst for Long-Term Economic Growth

The Greater Philadelphia region is gearing up for a momentous 2026 when Philadelphia will host multiple major events, including six FIFA World Cup matches, the MLB 2026 All-Star Game, and the nation’s semi-quincentennial celebrations. These events are expected to bring an unprecedented number of visitors and significant economic impact to the region.

While local government leaders and the Greater Philadelphia business community are focused on ensuring the region is ready for 2026, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (the […]

February 20th, 2025|Investments, Livability, Our News, Philadelphia|0 Comments

Discovery Starts with Comcast’s Jaylen Sanders

Discovery Starts with Comcast’s Jaylen Sanders

In the heart of Greater Philadelphia, where history meets innovation, Comcast Software Engineer Jaylen Sanders embodies the region’s signature spirit of innovation, imagination, genuineness, and grit.

Sanders is “Philly homegrown” as he says it. He started his career in technology at Comcast, an investor in the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (the Chamber), in 2015 as a software engineering intern and is currently employed there as a full-time Software Engineer. Sanders said working at Comcast is a natural fit for him, as he […]

September 18th, 2024|Corporate Culture, Innovation, Largest Employers, Livability, Our News, Philadelphia, Technology, Videos, Workforce|0 Comments

Reach Technology’s Journey From England Came Through an All-American Philly Tailgate

Reach Technology’s Journey From England Came Through an All-American Philly Tailgate

A year ago, Jonty Ward, Chief Commercial Officer of Reach Technology Group, couldn’t pinpoint Greater Philadelphia on a map – not that he should have been expected to. Ward grew up in Sheffield, England, where his growing software solutions company is based.

Now, Ward has been to a Philadelphia Eagles game – “we won” – wears a Philadelphia 76ers shirt to work, and speaks with local pride when it comes to touting the region’s economic and community […]

February 26th, 2024|Livability, Our News, Technology|0 Comments

The Chamber’s FY23 Pennsylvania Budget Summary Includes Grants to Support Select Greater Philadelphia’s Business Attraction Efforts

The Chamber’s FY23 Pennsylvania Budget Summary Includes Grants to Support Select Greater Philadelphia’s Business Attraction Efforts

This session in Harrisburg, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (the Chamber) successfully advocated for a cut in the Corporate Net Income Tax rate, additional funding for schools, economic development funding for business attraction, and an increase in the R&D tax credit, among other issues. Notably, Select Greater Philadelphia will receive grants to market the region for business attraction. Learn more and view the full summary below.

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia FY23 Pennsylvania Budget Summary

Overall Budget

The Pennsylvania General Assembly approved a General Appropriations Bill (Senate Bill 1100) that spends almost $43 billion in state funding and just […]

July 14th, 2022|Investments, Livability, Our News|0 Comments

Regional Leaders Praise Greater Philadelphia’s Culture, Cuisine, and Quality of Life

Regional Leaders Praise Greater Philadelphia’s Culture, Cuisine, and Quality of Life

Life sciences companies looking to locate in Greater Philadelphia consider many factors in their decision making, from accessibility and connectivity to opportunities to collaborate and achieve their company’s vision. Another factor is the quality of life available to their employees. The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia is developing a series of testimonial videos with Greater Philadelphia’s leaders describing the region’s attributes.

Among the region’s leaders who have already shared their perspectives are Chellie Cameron, CEO, Philadelphia International Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Chief Aviation Representative, City of Philadelphia – Division of Aviation; Roland Kolbeck, Ph.D., chief scientific officer at Spirovant […]

April 26th, 2022|Cell and Gene Therapy, Life Sciences, Livability|0 Comments