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Connecting Global Innovators to Greater Philadelphia

The recent expansion of several global companies into our region was made possible by the dedicated work of the Select Greater Philadelphia team at the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. By coordinating regional partners and providing specialized support, the Select team ensured each business had the resources and connections required to establish successful operations in Philadelphia.

Read more about how the team facilitated these recent success stories below.

Bonduelle Americas Establishes New Growth Hub  

Bonduelle Americas announced the Bonduelle Americas Growth Hub, marking the North American expansion of an over $2B global food company and […]

May 26th, 2026|Company Locates/Expansion Announcements, Innovation, Life Sciences, Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: November 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific Opens Collaboration Center

An East Coast flagship Advanced Therapies Collaboration Center has opened in Philadelphia to accelerate the development of cell and gene therapies, providing resources to biotech, biopharma, and translational researchers developing next-generation cell-based immunotherapies.

Legend Biotech Open Cell Therapy Center in Philadelphia

The newly opened R&D center plans to grow to over 50 employees. Legend Biotech chose Philadelphia because the city is home to some of the world’s greatest universities, scientists, and research institutions.

Advanced Therapies Leading in Cell and Gene Therapy

Select Greater Philadelphia’s team is currently attending the Advanced […]

November 18th, 2025|Cell and Gene Therapy, Innovation, Life Sciences, Our News, Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: September 2025

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

International trade representatives’ visit to the state provided an opportunity for Greater Philadelphia to showcase what makes the city and its surrounding counties a powerful launchpad for international business.

$1.2 Billion Biologics Project to Spur Job Creation in Montgomery County

Global pharmaceutical giant GSK is making a massive U.S. investment and is poised to create hundreds of high-quality biomanufacturing jobs at the new state-of-the-art facility in Upper Merion, Montgomery County.

Aternium Just Landed $1M to Help Make Delaware the Hydrogen Capital of the East Coast

Delaware’s […]

September 30th, 2025|Cell and Gene Therapy, Life Sciences, Our News, Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: July 2025

Celebrating Philadelphia’s Rise in Global Startup Rankings

Philadelphia has been ranked the #13 Global Startup Ecosystem in the newly released 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) by Startup Genome. This marks a remarkable 12-spot leap from last year’s ranking and affirms what we’ve long known — Philadelphia is a world-class destination for startups, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.

$100 Million Investment at Philadelphia Navy Yard Marks Major Growth for Region

The major investment by Rhoads Industries, in partnership with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s administration, is set to make Philadelphia’s Navy Yard a national hub for submarine manufacturing […]

June 30th, 2025|Life Sciences, Our News, Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: May 2025

Philadelphia Navy Yard Awarded PA State Grant to Support Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing Development

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has awarded a $30 million PA SITES grant to Ensemble/Mosaic, the developer of The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. This investment will accelerate the development of the Navy Yard’s Greenway District, a 54-acre project dedicated to advancing life sciences, research, and advanced manufacturing.

Merck breaks ground on $1B Biologics Manufacturing Facility in Delaware

Merck has officially started construction on a $1 billion, 470,000-square-foot state-of-the-art prescription drug manufacturing facility in Wilmington, Delaware, which will become the production home of […]

May 19th, 2025|Our News, Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: April 2025

Philadelphia Venture Report Highlights 2024 Growth

Despite challenging national trends, Greater Philadelphia’s startups raised $3.3 billion across 444 deals in 2024, a 37.5% increase from 2023. Key sectors like life sciences, healthcare, and tech are driving growth and attracting significant investments.

Wistar Research Scientist Dr. Michela Perego Shares Why She Relocated from Northern Italy to Philadelphia

Read the Chamber’s latest “Discovery Starts with Me” talent attraction interview with The Wistar Institute’s research scientist Dr. Michela Perego, where she discusses why she relocated from Northern Italy to Philadelphia for its […]

April 24th, 2025|Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: February 2025

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

The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia has launched a new “Stay for Philly” talent attraction campaign to promote the region’s unique career opportunities and quality-of-life amenities. It includes a dedicated microsite, an active social media presence, and other brand activations to showcase what Greater Philadelphia has to offer.

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

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game, and the nation’s 250th anniversary present a

February 27th, 2025|Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: January 2025

Greater Philadelphia’s Economic Forecast 2025 Offers Insights for Region’s Business Leaders

The Chamber hosted its annual State of the Economy event on January 9, 2025, presenting an overview of industry insights, trends, and growth opportunities expected to drive the region’s economic performance in the year ahead.

Bentley Systems to Expand Philadelphia Presence, CEO Notes Region’s Strong Tech Talent Pool as Reasoning

As a global leader in infrastructure engineering software headquartered […]

January 23rd, 2025|Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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Stories From Our Region: November 2024

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 […]

November 22nd, 2024|Regional News Roundup|0 Comments
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