World Class Greater Philadelphia is an initiative that convenes business, nonprofit, government, labor, and community leaders to establish a set of long-term priorities and focused strategies to improve the greater Philadelphia region. Facilitated by the Economy League of Greater Philadelphia, this multi-year initiative strives to make the region a world class place to live, work, and play by 2026 -- the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Last Thursday evening a group of more than 300 cross-sector leaders came together to debut the new World Class report Focus 2026, which introduces three overarching priorities for Greater Philadelphia, lays out aspirational goals that will drive the creation of Global Positioning Strategies for the region, and announced several exciting partnerships that will fuel World Class collaboration in 2012.
World Class Priorities
During leadership conversations about how best to achieve a future Greater Philadelphia characterized by economic growth and opportunity, three areas emerged as priorities for regional strategy and action: education and talent development, business growth, and infrastructure.
Education and Talent Development
Education at all stages—from cradle to career—is more important than ever in today’s knowledge economy, both for individual opportunity and regional prosperity. Greater Philadelphia’s large, skilled workforce and its higher education institutions are considerable assets, but the region faces significant challenges in equitably delivering K-12 education, providing access to quality early childhood education, and meeting the evolving needs of the region’s employers to compete in the global economy
2026 Vision
Greater Philadelphia has a talented workforce where every resident has the skills needed to compete in the global economy.
World Class Goals for Education and Talent Development
All the region’s children are prepared to start school
All the region’s children come out of high school college- or work-ready
Greater Philadelphia is a national leader in postsecondary degree attainment
The region’s workforce skills adapt and match industry needs
Greater Philadelphia is a magnet for international talent
Business Growth
Business activity in the region drives employment and creates opportunity while generating the tax revenues that enable the public sector to provide and coordinate crucial services. To grow regional businesses, it will be especially important to foster a culture of entrepreneurship, facilitate the transfer of ideas and technologies from area universities and research institutions to the marketplace, and connect to international business opportunities.
2026 Vision
New and growing businesses fuel a dynamic regional economy that builds on Greater Philadelphia’s industry and research strengths and connects to global opportunities.
World Class Goals for Business Growth
Greater Philadelphia is known as a place where entrepreneurs can successfully create ajnd grow businesses to scale
Greater Philadelphia adapts, grows, and sustains industry clusters where it has competitive advantage
The region is a leader in bringing innovative ideas and technologies to the marketplace
Greater Philadelphia’s business capitalize on global export and investment opportunities
Infrastructure
The region’s transportation networks, land assets, and environment play a major role in facilitating commerce and providing access to opportunity. Greater Philadelphia has tremendous infrastructure strengths on which to build, including our public transportation and highway networks, rivers, and strategically located land assets. The region must address the challenge of maintaining existing systems while finding innovative ways to embark on new projects that will make business and day-to-day life in our region more productive and give Greater Philadelphia a competitive edge.
2026 Vision
Greater Philadelphia has convenient connections to regional, national, and global destinations and efficiently provides the key infrastructure necessary for business success and high quality of life.
World Class Goals for Infrastructure
Greater Philadelphia connects with the largest and fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the world
The region’s transit and road networks provide convenient and efficient connections to employment centers and destinations
Greater Philadelphia redevelops and improves signature regional destinations
Modernized energy and water systems and green infrastructure enhance business performance and quality of life in the region
Source: World Class Greater Philadelphia
Read the Report: Focus 2026 - Priorities and Goals for a World Class Greater Philadelphia
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