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

The Bio International Conference comes to Philly

The 2015 BIO International Convention comes to Philadelphia

Karren Johnson Thursday, June 11, 2015

The region's reputation as a global hub for academic, scientific and entrepreneurial prowess in the life sciences is on the rise, and now thousands of industry leaders will descend on the city June 15-18.

Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, Higher Education, International Talent, Inventing the Future, Life Sciences, Venture Capital

In higher ed, it's all about fresh thinking for a shifting economy

Karren Johnson Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Local colleges and universities are developing innovative ways to foster entrepreneurship and cultivate the next generation of startup leaders. They are joined by schools across the state.

Entrepreneurship, Higher Education, International Talent, Inventing the Future, Venture Capital

University City, West Philadelphia

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

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

L to R Josh Sevin, Danielle Cohn, Jill Michal, Bob Moul

From the Editor: What does it mean to be a 'World Class' city?

Lee Stabert Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Last week, the Economy League announced their plan for making Philadelphia globally competitive. Can we accomplish that goal and still maintain our unique charm?

Entrepreneurship, Higher Education, International Talent, Moving Here, Regionalism, Transportation

Inventing the Future: The Science Center turns 50

Lee Stabert Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Flying Kite helps celebrate 50 years of 'Inventing the Future' at the University City Science Center.

Design, Emerging Technology, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, High Technology, Higher Education, International Talent, Inventing the Future, Talent Dividend, Venture Capital

University City

FROM THE EDITOR: How to build a #brainmagnet

Lee Stabert Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Campus Philly's annual meeting provided a window into the city's allure. Highlights included a talk from Inside Higher Ed co-founder Doug Lederman.

Higher Education, International Talent, Moving Here, Talent Dividend

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: National Night Out, Boat Race, Bug Fest

Flying Kite staff Monday, August 06, 2012

Stroll with neighbors in Lower & Central North Philly, experience Southeast Asia on Penn's Landing and eat up some insects on the Ben Franklin Parkway.

Arts and Culture, International Talent, Neighborhood Innovation, Nightlife

North Philadelphia, Fairmount / Art Museum, Fairmount / Art Museum, Old City / Society Hill, Queen Village / Pennsport

Building BlackStar: Maori Karmael Holmes on City's Newest Film Fest

Joe Petrucci Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Her goal is to shine a light on work by and about people of African descent in a global context, and she has assembled an impressive lineup of films that will be screened at the African-American Museum, Art Sanctuary, and International House on Aug. 2-5. Just don't make her sing.

Arts and Culture, Design, Diversity, International Talent, Media, Nightlife

Center City, Fairmount / Art Museum, Fairmount / Art Museum, University City