"The continuing role of PIDC in economic development in Philadelphia some fifty years later"

The Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC), a joint venuture of the City of Philadelphia and the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, was established in 1958 to stimulate economic development in Philadelphia. PIDC President Peter Longstreth will join us this month to talk about the continuing role of PIDC in economic development in Philadelphia some fifty years later. Of special interest will be the projects and activities that are underway at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Exciting things are happeneing at the Navy Yard. Come to learn more about this city within a city.