Featured Stories

Giving international companies a soft place to land in Philadelphia

Elise Vider Tuesday, March 08, 2016

Thanks to an exciting University City Science Center program, businesses seeking a foothold in the U.S. are choosing Philadelphia. These firms are pioneering groundbreaking technologies, transforming sectors such as oncology and wind power.

Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, International Talent, Inventing the Future, Life Sciences, Moving Here, Venture Capital

University City, West Philadelphia

On the Ground: The Future of Chinatown

Jake Blumgart Tuesday, February 09, 2016

This ethnic enclave has beaten the odds and remained a vibrant, beloved, distinct neighborhood. As the forces of development and gentrification encroach, can Philadelphia's Chinatown strike a balance between growth and preservation?

Arts and Culture, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Human Capital, International Talent, Media, Moving Here, Neighborhood Innovation, On the Ground, Tourism

DreamIt Ventures founders, from left, Mike Levinson, David Bookspan and Steve Welch

Dreaming big at Philly's top tech accelerator

Elise Vider Tuesday, September 09, 2014

Last week, the latest class of startups entered DreamIt Ventures' tech accelerator. These fledgling entrepreneurs could be building the next billion-dollar company or learning to fail fast -- the next 90 days will say a lot.

Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Financial Services, Inventing the Future, Moving Here, Venture Capital

University City, West Philadelphia

Q&A: JOIN's Jennie Sparandara

Lee Stabert Tuesday, June 03, 2014

Flying Kite chatted with the organization's director about the importance of collaboration, the skills gap and Philadelphia's unique workforce challenges -- and opportunities. Starting with her time in the Mayor's Office, this passionate leader witnessed the interconnectedness of human capital issues, and is working to tap the region's canniest employers and most aggressive advocates to solve the jobs riddle.

Human Capital, Moving Here, Regionalism, Talent Dividend

Statewide Spotlight: Pennsylvania's coolest workplaces

Elise Vider Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Whether they're employing flexible desks, cutting-edge technology, natural light, green space or multi-story slides, these five companies have integrated smart design into every aspect of their offices.

Design, Moving Here, Reuse / Rebuild, Sustainability

Fishtown, Kensington/Port Richmond

Greenbuild 2013 at the Convention Center

Greenbuild brings global leaders to town -- and shows them what Philly has to offer

Dana Henry Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Innovators in green building and design from around the world recently descended on our fair city, sharing their expertise and checking out the city's growing stable of sustainable architecture.

Design, International Talent, Moving Here, Reuse / Rebuild, Sustainability

Center City

It's game on at Philadelphia's second annual Grassroots Gaming Conference

Cary Betagole Tuesday, November 05, 2013

Philadelphia Game Lab wants to help build a local gaming industry that better reflects the diversity of Philadelphia. The organization recently received a $384,000 grant from the state to fund a year-long apprenticeship program.

Arts and Culture, Design, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Human Capital, Moving Here

From the Editor: Why have an Avenue of the Arts when you can have a city of arts?

Lee Stabert Tuesday, November 05, 2013

Inga Saffron's recent piece in the Inquirer asks if we have outgrown the arts district model of urban development.

Arts and Culture, Media, Moving Here, Nightlife, Tourism

Center City

A tag-team effort to foster the next generation of startups

Lee Stabert Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Philadelphia's entrepreneurial ecosystem is coming of age. Now it's just a matter of playing to the region's strengths: life science, health care, community and enthusiasm.

Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, Inventing the Future, Life Sciences, Moving Here, Venture Capital

University City

Q&A: Stephen M. Goodman

Lee Stabert Wednesday, October 23, 2013

A conversation with an entrepreneurship elder-statesman -- and one of the city's greatest cheerleaders.

Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, Inventing the Future, Moving Here, Venture Capital

University City, West Philadelphia

Peter Cappelli at the JOIN(t) Action Forum

JOIN(t) Action Recap: Talking jobs and making connections

Lee Stabert Tuesday, October 15, 2013

This interactive event brought together employers, nonprofits and thought leaders to talk workforce development.

Human Capital, Moving Here, Talent Dividend

University City, West Philadelphia, Kensington/Port Richmond

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Fundraising at the Magic Gardens, fall food in Manayunk and GlobalPhilly

Lee Stabert Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Check out Flying Kite's picks for local events.

Arts and Culture, Food, International Talent, Moving Here, Nightlife, Tourism

Center City, Bella Vista / Italian Market, Manayunk

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Local music, local food and local jobs

Juliet Verde Tuesday, June 18, 2013

It's another exciting week in Philly with Make Music Day, the latest Philly Stake dinner and a job fair for recent grads sponsored by Campus Philly.

Arts and Culture, Higher Education, Moving Here, Nightlife

From the Publisher: Why do creative businesses choose Philadelphia?

Michelle Freeman Tuesday, June 18, 2013

A recent panel discussion asked successful entrepreneurs to examine their reasons for locating locally. Their insights could help Philadelphia attract the next big company.

Arts and Culture, Entrepreneurship, Moving Here

Bella Vista / Italian Market

On the Ground Update: iMPeRFeCT Gallery needs your help

Lee Stabert Tuesday, June 11, 2013

This fledgling neighborhood institution is raising money to keep their doors open. Make a donation to support the arts and Germantown's growing creative community.

Arts and Culture, Moving Here, On the Ground, Philanthropy

Germantown

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