In the first of a year-long speaker series on—literally—building a better, more inclusive and prosperous Philadelphia, we explore the boom happening in University City and how it can drive growth citywide. A reception will follow the discussion.
The panel, which combines experts in the fields of education, technology and innovation, will be moderated by Center City District's Prema Katari Gupta. Speakers include:
- John Fry, Drexel president
- Jeff Marazzo, Spark Therapeutics CEO
- David Adelman, Campus Apartments CEO
- Della Clark, Enterprise Center President and CEO
DEVELOPMENT … FOR GOOD: For decades, real-estate developers have had an outsized effect on the trajectory of growth in Philadelphia. And now a new generation of visionaries, deal-makers and builders are following suit, driven by the merging of social impact and bottom-line imperatives. The Philadelphia Citizen’s Development … For Good is a year-long speaker series that smartly delves into the economic and cultural difference that enlightened and intentional real estate development can make in our city.
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