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software company, and Fiberlink, which manages mobile devices for workplaces, are rethinking their suburban locations and setting up gateway offices in downtown Philly to attract and keep talent. And longtime stalwarts such as Janney Montgomery Scott, LLC, a 180-year-old financial services firm, are reinforcing their commitments to stay put and ensure continued growth. Where there’s youth, a vibrant cultural life follows. Not only is Philly’s young population contributing to the influx of restaurants and entertainment options — the number of Center City fine-dining restaurants has increased 322 percent since 1992 — it’s giving rise to a dynamic entrepreneurial scene buzzing with start-ups and incubators (see sidebar). The companies of tomorrow will join the ranks of Comcast, Urban Outfitters, and Aramark, not to mention engineering firms, clean technology industries, and more, further evidence that establishing a business in Philadelphia is not just a smart choice, it’s a no-brainer. Calling All Entrepreneurs! Philadelphia is fast becoming a hub for start-ups. It’s known as the original “start-up city” since it inspired the Founding Fathers. Modern-day Philly boasts an eager, young population of techies and innovators ready to launch new enterprises. Aiding their efforts is StartupPHL (startupphl.com), an initiative of the Philadelphia Department of Commerce and PIDC. With a seed fund of $6 million, StartupPHL has partnered with a private investment company to manage and invest in Philadelphia start-ups. And then there’s the Call for Ideas. With $500,000 in grant money, it’s an appeal to the creative class to submit proposals to improve the entrepreneurial community. That translates to more Philadelphia businesses attracting even more entrepreneurs. 1515 arch street, 12th floor philadelphia, pa 215.683.2000 phila.gov/smartchoice usairwaysmag.com march 2013 89 http://www.startupphl.com http://www.startupphl.com http://www.phila.gov/smartchoice http://www.phila.gov/smartchoice http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - March 2013

US Airways - March 2013
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Best Musical Pilgrimages
Hub Crawl: Denver Airport
Wine & Dine: Chef's Tables
Wine & Dine: Artisan Cheeses
Great Escapes: Cypress Inn
Adventure: Washington, DC by Bike
Great Escapes: The Gathering in Ireland
Adventure: Puerto Rico Golf
Charlotte EDC
Great Escapes: Barcelo Hotels and Resorts
Gear Up: The Smart Kitchen
Travel Feature: The Rome Less Traveled
US Airways Feature: Order Up!
Great Tastes: Phoenix Dining
From Philly, With Love
Route of Discovery: San Luis Obispo, California
Atlantic 10 Conference
Great Dates
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - March 2013