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A national practice

From a Philadelphia base, Econsult Solutions has worked with clients in 38 states, from city governments and transit agencies to universities, health systems, and private investors.

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Trusted by institutions with consequential decisions to make

Across 35+ states, our clients include governments, institutions, and private sector organizations navigating capital plans, public financing decisions, policy changes, economic development strategy, and development approvals.

  • AARP
  • Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.
  • Amtrak
  • Brandywine Realty Trust
  • Carnegie Mellon University
  • City of Montgomery, Alabama
  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Fairmount Properties
  • Indiana Economic Development Corporation
  • Maryland National Parks and Planning Commission
  • Montana Department of Commerce
  • NJEDA
  • NJ TRANSIT
  • NYC EDC
  • Pew Charitable Trusts
  • Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation
  • SEPTA
  • Tulane University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • University of Notre Dame

Featured projects

Recent engagements where the analysis shaped a transaction, program, or policy decision.

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Financial & Banking Needs Assessment

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2015 Read case study Case study

The Economic Impact of Houston’s Tourism Industry

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2014 Read case study Case study

An Economic Analysis of Detroit’s Food System

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2014 Read case study Case study

Earned Income Tax in Bensalem Township

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2013 Read case study Case study

AMTRAK Chicago Union Station Redevelopment

Infrastructure Economics · 2013 Read case study Case study

The Statewide Economic Value of SEPTA

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2013 Read case study Case study

Drexel University’s Regional Impacts

Anchor Institution Impact · 2012 Read case study Case study

King of Prussia’s Competitive Strategy

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2012 Read case study Case study

Capital Funding Cuts to Public Housing

Public Policy and Fiscal Analysis · 2012 Read case study Case study

The Economic Impact of the 2012 Philadelphia Auto Show

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2012 Read case study Case study

Potential Economic Impact of the Improvements of Dilworth Park & Concourse

Economic Development and Sector Strategy · 2010 Read case study

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