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Building a Diverse Workforce: Immigrants and International Students in Philadelphia

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 […]

December 3rd, 2024|Categories: Economy, Featured News, Home | News & Perspectives 2, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on Building a Diverse Workforce: Immigrants and International Students in Philadelphia
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Chamber Collaborates with ApprenticeshipPHL to Enhance Employer Awareness of Group Sponsor Apprenticeship Model

The Chamber realizes that in today’s rapidly evolving job market, workforce development is critical to inclusive economic growth and stability in our region and beyond. Thus, talent and workforce initiatives – including bringing employers and talent together – are key to achieving our Chamber 2028 vision. 

One such initiative is ApprenticeshipPHL, a public/private initiative powered by Philadelphia Works, which supports the expansion of Registered Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship in Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.

July 2nd, 2024|Categories: Home | News & Perspectives 3, Select Greater Philadelphia, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on Chamber Collaborates with ApprenticeshipPHL to Enhance Employer Awareness of Group Sponsor Apprenticeship Model
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Chamber Report Highlights Region’s Journey to Become Nationally Recognized Cell and Gene Therapy Hub

The Chamber recently released an in-depth report documenting the region’s remarkable growth in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) industry over the past decade.  

“Leading the Way: Cell and Gene Therapy in Greater Philadelphia” details with data points and anecdotes how the region grew its status to become the nation’s second-largest CGT hub, trailing only behind Boston and surpassing New York and San Francisco (peer metros), respectively. A recent Colliers report indicated similar findings.   

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July 2nd, 2024|Categories: Home | News & Perspectives 1, Life Sciences, Select Greater Philadelphia, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on Chamber Report Highlights Region’s Journey to Become Nationally Recognized Cell and Gene Therapy Hub
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Discovery Starts with InBody BWA’s Grace Moore

Health has always been a priority in InBody BWA (body water analyzer) Medical Market Specialist Grace Moore’s life. 

The lifelong runner and former Temple University (Chamber investor) cross-country athlete grew up in Long Island, New York. After a sports career at Temple and earning her master’s in exercise physiology, Moore stayed in the Greater Philadelphia region, now calling Wayne, Pennsylvania home.

In her role at InBody, Moore is heavily integrated into Greater […]

May 22nd, 2024|Categories: Cell & Gene Therapy and Connected Health, CEO Council for Growth, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on Discovery Starts with InBody BWA’s Grace Moore
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Chamber Elevates Region’s Tech Talent at SXSW and Philly Tech Week

Photo courtesy of Philly Tech Week

Workforce development is a key initiative in Chamber 2028, our five-year strategic plan. The Chamber’s recent partnerships with South by Southwest Conference and Festivals (SXSW) and Philly Tech Week (PTW2024) highlight some of the ways our team is attracting and amplifying business and talent growth in the region’s burgeoning technology sector. 

Nikki Pumphrey, Vice President of Talent and Workforce, the Chamber, leads the team that serves as a champion in promoting and growing the region’s rich tech talent […]

April 24th, 2024|Categories: Home | News & Perspectives 1, Talent and Workforce|1 Comment
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The Might of the Chamber’s Middle Market Growth Network is on Display

The Greater Philadelphia region’s middle market businesses, which range from $10 million to $1 billion in annual revenue and represent a variety of industries, significantly impact our regional economy and beyond. According to the National Center for the Middle Market’s 2020-2022 Impact Report, Greater Philadelphia’s middle market firms drove the Northeast region’s growth, creating more new jobs than peers in their region and across the country. In our region, the Chamber’s Middle Market Growth Network (MMGN) is one of the leading drivers in […]

March 27th, 2024|Categories: Home | News & Perspectives 2, Middle Market, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on The Might of the Chamber’s Middle Market Growth Network is on Display
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Chamber Partners on Keystone LifeSci Collaborative with a Focus on Talent

At the Chamber’s sold-out annual Mayoral Luncheon last month, Mayor Cherelle Parker spoke to over 2,000 executives, elected officials, business owners, and civic leaders about her vision for a more inclusive and equitable Philadelphia. In her remarks and a post-event Q&A conversation with Chellie Cameron, Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer, Mayor Parker championed inclusive workforce development to move the region’s economic growth forward, emphasizing the importance of preparing a workforce for the industries that are already thriving, such as the region’s world-renowned life sciences and biotech sectors. A program launched on March 6, […]

March 27th, 2024|Categories: Home | News & Perspectives 1, Life Sciences, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on Chamber Partners on Keystone LifeSci Collaborative with a Focus on Talent
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The Chamber’s Economic Competitiveness Team Drives Impact Outside of Region

National and international audiences are hearing news of the opportunities and growth in Greater Philadelphia thanks to the efforts of the Chamber’s Economic Competitiveness team. Guided by a comprehensive regional marketing strategy, the team has launched some new activities over the past six months to grow awareness of Greater Philadelphia as a top global destination for business.  

Learn more about these initiatives and their impact on attracting and expanding companies in the region, and see how you can join us in amplifying Greater Philadelphia’s story. 

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February 1st, 2024|Categories: Economy, Home | News & Perspectives 3, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on The Chamber’s Economic Competitiveness Team Drives Impact Outside of Region
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How the Chamber is Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining Talent in FY24

The Greater Philadelphia region’s talent pool is one of its greatest competitive advantages and opportunities for inclusive growth. The Chamber is focused on several priorities and initiatives to assist the regional business community in accessing, training, and retaining top-notch talent.  

Through our Talent work, the Chamber serves as a convener by launching a multi-organizational talent referral network, holding employer gatherings focused on inclusive talent solutions, and launching marketing campaigns concentrated on attracting key talent profiles, among other initiatives. Read more about some of our successes over the past year, as […]

February 1st, 2024|Categories: Home | News & Perspectives 2, Talent and Workforce|Comments Off on How the Chamber is Attracting, Preparing, and Retaining Talent in FY24
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