The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia has launched a new talent attraction campaign, “Stay for Philly,” developed in partnership with Visit Philadelphia. Building on their renowned visitor attraction campaign, “Come for Philadelphia. Stay for Philly,” this initiative takes a fresh approach by aiming to turn those tourists into permanent transplants.

The main feature of the “Stay for Philly” campaign is a new microsite, StayforPhilly.com, dedicated to providing comprehensive information on the region’s key industries and quality-of-life amenities. In doing so, the site […]

On January 9, 2025, the Chamber hosted its annual State of the Economy event, bringing together the Greater Philadelphia business community and Chamber members for a panel discussion on the region’s economic forecast for 2025.

The annual beginning-of-the-year gathering allows the region’s business community to hear from local economists and business leaders about key industry insights, trends, and opportunities expected to drive the region’s economic growth in the coming year. It also serves as a platform for the Chamber to present survey results from Chamber members on their business conditions in 2024 and their expectations […]

Recent data from the Pew Charitable Trusts (Pew) shows that immigrants now make up 15.7% of Philadelphia’s population, the highest since the 1940s. This demographic shift has been crucial in reversing the city’s population decline and fueling labor force growth.  

Similarly, according to Campus Philly, more than 20,000 international students enroll in colleges and universities in Greater Philadelphia each year, significantly impacting the local economy and representing a vital talent pool for regional employers. 

Chamber’s Role: Champion and Convener Around Inclusive Hiring

The Chamber is dedicated to fostering equitable and […]