Our team at ESI has compiled a great set of events, activities, and articles for you to enjoy all Memorial Day Weekend for this week’s Present Value post. Additionally, we wish to honor all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while defending our nation and our freedom.
Upcoming Events Around Philly
- Parks on Tap heads to Clark Park
- The festivities return to Spruce Harbor Park for another season!
- The Philadelphia Cup Regatta takes place May 25
- Celebrate Memorial Day with free admission to the National Constitution Center
- Christ Church in Old City will hold a ceremonial wreath laying in honor of all military personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces
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Mike Daly, Business Development Manager | [email protected]
Mike Daly
is a business development manager at ESI, where he oversees the business development and marketing team. He is responsible for enhancing the firm’s brand and work through traditional and social media, producing content for the company website, managing the firm’s blog, Present Value, and supporting the development of strategic initiatives. Prior to joining the firm, Mike was a marketing associate for the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, a membership organization whose mission is to build a just, green, and thriving economy in the Greater Philadelphia region.