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January 14, 2021
SUPRA | EMSCO ACQUIRES 9.6 ACRES FROM PIDC TO CONSTRUCT NEW HEADQUARTERS IN WEST PARKSIDE
SUPRA | EMSCO ACQUIRES 9.6 ACRES FROM PIDC TO CONSTRUCT NEW HEADQUARTERS IN WEST PARKSIDE The $20.3M project includes one of the largest allocations of New Markets Tax Credits in PIDC’s history and the largest allocation PIDC has committed to any project within the last 10 years. PHILADELPHIA, PA (January 13, 2021) – SUPRA |
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December 17, 2020
Summary: 2020 Logistics & Distribution
The depth and breadth of the demand for new and renovated industrial space to meet the growing need for logistics and distribution facilities in Philadelphia is clearly demonstrated in the total square footage in various phases of development across the city. As of the end of 2020, there is just under an estimated eight-million square
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December 17, 2020
BLOC Delivery: Supporting Local Businesses
[av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/bloc-delivery-pickup-triple-bottom-brewing-1030×345-1.jpg’ attachment=’9405′ attachment_size=’full’ align=’center’ styling=” hover=” link=” target=” caption=” font_size=” appearance=” overlay_opacity=’0.4′ overlay_color=’#000000′ overlay_text_color=’#ffffff’ animation=’no-animation’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”][/av_image] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Bloc Delivery is a woman-owned online ordering and e-bike delivery service empowering customers to shop locally for their everyday needs. The company sprung into action at the early
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December 17, 2020
Support Local Businesses: Holiday Edition
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] PIDC is proud to continuously support our diverse businesses, clients, partners, neighborhoods, and communities. This holiday season, we are highlighting just a few of our many PIDC
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December 17, 2020
RESTART Update: New Markets Tax Credits
Working in partnership with the City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, and Philadelphia Works, we have jointly identified four phases of work to drive an equitable economic recovery in Philadelphia: [/av_textblock] [/av_one_full] [av_one_fourth first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’
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December 16, 2020
SHG Immigration Law
As a descendant of Eastern European Jewish refugees and the husband of a Venezuelan native, Attorney Adam Solow and his entire team have either experienced the immigration system first hand or witnessed loved ones go through the system. In 2008, Adam co-founded Solow & Isbell, LLC, and later became the managing partner of Solow, Isbell
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November 24, 2020
High Street Hospitality Group
High Street Hospitality Group is responsible for some of Philadelphia’s award-winning restaurants such as Fork Restaurant, a.kitchen + bar, High Street Philly, High Street on Hudson, and High Street Provisions. As a notable leader in the Philadelphia restaurant scene for more than two decades, the founder and co-owner of High Street Hospitality Group, Ellen Yin,
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November 24, 2020
Technical.ly Philadelphia’s 10-Part Series on Black & Latinx Entrepreneurs
PIDC is excited to partner with Ben Franklin Technology Partners to support Technical.ly Philadelphia’s 10-part series on Black and Latinx entrepreneurs in Philadelphia, which launched in October.This 10-part series highlights Black and Latinx entrepreneurship in Philadelphia, including the inequities these founders face so they can be addressed — as well as explores what resources do
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November 24, 2020
RESTART Update: Logistics & Distribution
Working in partnership with the City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, and Philadelphia Works, we have jointly identified four phases of work to drive an equitable economic recovery in Philadelphia: 1. RESPOND [av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/recovery-graphics-blog-01.png’ 2. RESTART [av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/recovery-graphics-blog-02.png’ 3. RECHARGE [av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/recovery-graphics-blog-03.png’ 4. REIMAGINE [av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/recovery-graphics-blog-04.png’ In July,
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November 24, 2020
Meet the Fall 2020 PIDC Interns
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] This fall, eight talented interns joined PIDC virtually to learn and assist us in driving growth to every corner of Philadelphia. Get to know our interns and
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November 24, 2020
Meet PIDC’s New Team Members
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] As Philadelphia continues to attract and retain top talent, PIDC continues to grow, drawing from Philadelphia’s thriving job market. This year, PIDC hired a great group of
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October 23, 2020
POP! Promos
[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Full service promotional products supplier, Pop! Promos was co-founded in 2012 by Erin Reilly and Sterling Wilson while the two were in college. The young entrepreneurs have since built the award-winning business into a leader in the rapid import of branded merchandise manufacturing with nearly 100
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October 23, 2020
Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
PIDC is a proud partner of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GPHCC) — a not-for-profit organization devoted to promoting the advancement and economic growth of Hispanic businesses and professionals in the greater Philadelphia region. Established in 1990, GPHCC accomplishes its mission through educational programs, a broad range of services, and special events. The
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October 23, 2020
PIDC’s Shayne E. Moore Honored with a Mural as a Hometown Hero
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_horizontal_gallery ids=’9179,9178,9180,9177′ height=’25’ size=’large’ links=’active’ lightbox_text=’caption’ link_dest=” gap=’large’ active=’enlarge’ initial=” control_layout=’av-control-default’ id=” custom_class=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Western Governors University (WGU) recently unveiled a mural of Shayne Moore by Philadelphia artist
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October 23, 2020
Support Hispanic and/or Latino-owned Businesses
This month, we are highlighting just a few of our PIDC client businesses that are Hispanic and/or Latino owned and/or businesses that primarily focus on services that help Hispanic and/or Latino communities. We encourage you to support these clients and other businesses throughout Philadelphia. Esperanza Health Center Esperanza Health Center is a multi-cultural ministry providing
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September 21, 2020
PHDC Seeking Contractors for Home Improvement Programs & Restore Repair Renew
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_image src=’https://pidcphilablog.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/how-to-become-phdc-contractor-1030×345.jpg’ attachment=’9123′ attachment_size=’large’ align=’center’ styling=” hover=” link=” target=” caption=” font_size=” appearance=” overlay_opacity=’0.4′ overlay_color=’#000000′ overlay_text_color=’#ffffff’ animation=’no-animation’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”][/av_image] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Our partners at PHDC give contractors the opportunity to
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September 16, 2020
Announcing PIDC’s Business Builder Webinars for Fall 2020
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] Join us this fall for all new webinars! PIDC’s Business Builder Webinars provide critical business education to businesses and organizations from every market sector. Presented by subject
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September 16, 2020
PIDC Clients and Partners Receive William Penn Foundation Creative Communities Grants
[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] The William Penn Foundation Board of Directors met virtually for its planned quarterly meeting in late July and awarded 15 Creative Communities grants, totaling more than $4.7
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