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Present Value·Anchor Institution Impact

Equity and Inclusion Across the United States: Reimagining Good Food Systems

In our second of three videos in the series: Equity and Inclusion Across the United States, Paula Daniels discussed the reimagining of…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

Understanding the Historic and Future Impact of the Delaware Canal

In a post pandemic world, lifestyle changes are evidently clear. One of the most notable is a renewed appreciation for our natural…

Present Value·Anchor Institution Impact

Equity and Inclusion Across the United States: Reimagining National Anniversaries

In our first of three videos in the series: Equity and Inclusion Across the United States, Danielle DiLeo Kim discussed the reimagining…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

African American Legacy: The Ongoing Quest

The history of America’s diverse people and their rich culture is under assault. The news cycle is terrifying as it reports the…

Present Value·Equity and Inclusion

July Fourth Light Reads 2023

For this week's Present Value post, we have assembled a list of excellent events happening in and around the city to celebrate…

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A Q&A with our Summer 2023 Center for the Future of Cities Fellows

As we head into summer, ESI welcomes two new teammates who will serve as ESI Center for the Future of Cities fellows.…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

Understanding the Economic Impact of Film-Induced Tourism

ESI has worked with local and state governments across the US on economic development strategies that draw new spending and people into…

Company News·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

Webinar Series: Equity and Inclusion Across the United States

In July of 2023, ESI will examine the role that equity and inclusion plays in different areas of life across the country…

Company News·Real Estate and Land Use Planning

New Jersey Economic Development Authority Aspire Tax Credit Program

Established within New Jersey’s Economic Recovery Act of 2020, and operated by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), the Aspire Program…

Present Value·Real Estate and Land Use Planning

Better Understanding NJEDA’s Aspire Program

Established within New Jersey’s Economic Recovery Act of 2020 and operated by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), the Aspire Program…

Present Value·Economic Development and Sector Strategy

10 for 10: Economic Development

As we continue our year-long celebration of ten years of service, we are proud to recap work performed under our economic development…

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Memorial Day Light Reads 2023

For this week's Present Value post, we're filling you in on Memorial Day happenings in Philly and catching you up on the…

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