Why This Matters:

Philadelphia is at a pivotal moment. Long defined by its “eds and meds” economy and cultural vibrancy, the city is now contending with a wave of economic, geopolitical, and demographic shifts that are redefining what it means to grow here. Developers and institutional owners face rising construction costs, persistent office vacancies, and a financing environment that’s as constrained as it is unpredictable. At the same time, new federal investments, evolving healthcare and education campuses, and a global climate of economic warfare are reshaping both risk and opportunity in the region.

This high-level summit brings together the city’s most influential decision-makers, from university and hospital leaders to major developers and national thought leaders, to unpack what’s really driving Philadelphia’s next chapter. Whether it’s leveraging infrastructure dollars, adapting to hybrid work, or navigating the economic chokepoints of our time, this event delivers insider insights from those defining the path forward.