SXSW 2020
Startup Cities: Philadelphia
Description:
Startup Cities, initially held in 2018, provides stakeholders from different cities with an opportunity to highlight their local startup community and tell the world why their emerging startup city is one to watch. In this session, Philadelphia's Department of Commerce will discuss the high-level highlights of the startup and tech ecosystem and give examples of how it supports founders from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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Takeaways
- Philadelphia is supporting its tech and startup founders with inclusive growth in mind.
- Philadelphia can provide world-class tech talent and R&D capacity from its 100+ regional universities, with access to NYC and DC via mass transit.
- Philadelphia offers entrepreneurs one of the highest qualities of life at one of the lowest costs of living for a top tier urban center.
Speakers
- Francisco Garcia, Director, Innovation & Technology, City of Philadelphia
Organizer
Francisco Garcia, Director, Innovation & Technology, City of Philadelphia
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