With the leadership of the Greater Philadelphia business community, Select Greater Philadelphia has developed a comprehensive approach for growing the 11-county, tri-state region in order to become one of the nation's top business locations.
More than just a rich history and storied past, Greater Philadelphia is about winning-edge innovation and world-class business resources. Promoting this image to the global marketplace requires a sophisticated effort by our entire regional business community.
Who Benefits from Investing in Select Greater Philadelphia?
All size companies in the Greater Philadelphia region benefit from investing in Select Greater Philadelphia.
Select relies on the involvement of the business community to improve Greater Philadelphia's economic and business base. More than 110 local corporations as well as individuals, foundations, and government partners provide financial support to Select in the range of $5,000 to $1 million over a four-year period.
Support of Select Greater Philadelphia means we can market the region to the nation and the world. Marketing Greater Philadelphia means more companies will move or expand in the region. That means more jobs, a stronger tax base and improved communities across Greater Philadelphia. That makes it easier to recruit and retain top talent to the area so you can find skilled professionals, vendors and partners for your company. That's good for your business and good for Greater Philadelphia.
What is Select Greater Philadelphia's Funding Used For?
Select Greater Philadelphia recognizes the importance of our Investors’ financial support, and we work hard to maximize the benefits of Select’s efforts for local companies as well as the entire Greater Philadelphia region.
Select focuses its resources on national and international business attraction, targeted marketing, and comprehensive research efforts around industry clusters in which our region is strong and has a competitive advantage. These industries include, but are not limited to, Advanced Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, Information Technology, Life Science, Logistics, and Professional and Financial Services.
Select Greater Philadelphia Finance Committee
Select extends our deep appreciation to these local executives who lend their time and expertise to enhance our fundraising efforts.
Hugh Long, Chair
Regional President for Pennsylvania and Delaware, Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company
Michael C. Carbone
Greater Philadelphia Metro Market President, TD Bank
Thomas C. Caramanico, P.E.
President, McCormick Taylor, Inc.
Dennis P. Flanagan
President, SML Associates
Joseph A. Frick
President & CEO, Independence Blue Cross
Joseph W. Marshall, III
Vice Chairman, Stevens & Lee
William R. Sasso
Chairman, Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP
Manuel N. Stamatakis
President and CEO, Capital Management Enterprises
Fran Van Kirk
Partner-in-Charge, Philadelphia, Heidrick & Struggles
Kenneth R. Zirk
Senior Vice President, Jones Lang LaSalle
How Can I Become an Investor in Select Greater Philadelphia and the Region’s Growth?
Please contact:
Erin McKenna Zimmerman
Director, Investor and Community Relations
Select Greater Philadelphia
200 South Broad Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215.790.3605
ezimmerman@selectgreaterphila.com
Meghan Lyons
Representative, Investor and Community Relations
Select Greater Philadelphia
200 South Broad Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215.790.3778
mlyons@selectgreaterphila.com
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