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Town Center Redevelopment as a Local Growth Strategy
As covered in past Present Value posts on retail, data, and disruption and emerging retail trends, the American retail landscape has experienced…
Moving Cities: Boston
In Boston, it’s a common commute: a passenger of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) can take a trip through the oldest…
Is Pennsylvania’s NAP Program Right for Your Economic Development Strategy
The ongoing development of our communities and neighborhoods requires investment from many stakeholders—developers, businesses, nonprofits, and states each have a role to…
ESI Announces the Promotion of Rebecca Garvin DeJoseph to Principal
April 3, 2025 (Philadelphia, PA) - Econsult Solutions, Inc. (ESI) is pleased to announce the promotion of Rebecca Garvin DeJoseph from Vice…
Rethinking Higher Education: Moving Beyond Financial Survival Toward Meaningful Transformation
The conversation around higher education's future often centers on financial challenges. From dwindling enrollments to rising operational costs, it is no secret…
Reimagining Downtown Redevelopment
As we continue to emerge from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns, there is uncertainty (and plenty of hyperbole) about…
Setting the Stage for March Madness
It’s March, which means college basketball is heating up and teams are preparing for March Madness, or the NCAA Division I tournament…
Our Clients are Shaping the Skyline and Landscape of Philadelphia
Take a Guided Tour a Selection of ESI's Philadelphia Based Projects We undertake a wide variety of projects in communities across the…
From the Vault: A Look at Transportation and Infrastructure
This Present Value post features articles related to transportation and infrastructure within urban settings. Infrastructure and public transportation are among our most important public…
Moving Cities: Seattle
The geography of Seattle presents significant challenges for public transportation. Nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, the city is surrounded by…
Understanding the State of Affordable Housing in Philadelphia Using ACS Data
ESI uses a variety of data sources to help us better understand the world around us and the issues facing our clients.…
Cleaning and Greening Towards Change
This month marks one year into the Administration of Philadelphia’s 100th Mayor Cherelle Parker. The Administration has been focused in its first…
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