Central Philadelphia Development Corporation

Members enhancing the competitiveness of Center City through programming, planning and civic engagement.

Central Philadelphia Development Corporation

Members enhancing the competitiveness of Center City through programming, planning and civic engagement.

CPDC

Programming & Benefits


CPDC membership provides exclusive access to programming and networking opportunities to expand your business in Center City Philadelphia.
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CPDC Initiatives

Since its inception, CPDC has undertaken a number of initiatives to make Center City Philadelphia a more competitive place to do business.
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CPDC Members

Learn more about Industry leaders who are invested in the future of Center City Philadelphia.
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Doing Business

Your business belongs in the heart of Philadelphia, the 5th largest metropolitan region in the country, a destination of choice for companies seeking a thriving urban setting.
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Join CPDC

Join the hundreds of business leaders making a difference in Center City.
Research & Reports

Philadelphia Employment Report 2025

Philadelphia has emerged as a standout performer in employment growth among major U.S. cities, according to the Philadelphia Employment Report 2025, which examined 15 years of job market data. The report reveals that despite ongoing challenges in the office sector, Philadelphia has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth in its overall employment base.

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Research & Reports

Center City Data Dashboard

The Center City Data Dashboard includes data covering key indicators, pedestrian counts, the office market, retail, hospitality, transportation, housing, Center City District stats, and demographics and will be updated regularly. Bookmark it today.
Research & Reports

Center City Real Estate Development Report

This CCD/CPDC report is an in-depth look at the current and upcoming major real estate projects in Center City Philadelphia, which includes a map, full-color photos or renderings and project descriptions as well as an interactive map featuring all of the developments found within the publication.
Research & Reports

State of Center City 2025

This comprehensive annual research report from CCD and CPDC examines the key drivers of downtown vitality and investment – new housing, return to the office, retail, employment, arts and culture, transportation, health care and higher education, and travel and tourism.
CPDC Event

CPDC Tour of Hamilton and Furness Halls
CPDC Event

The Future of the Office is Now: A Recap of the June 2025 CPDC Meeting
CPDC Feature

CPDC Member Spotlight: Maddie Whitehead, Blueprint Commercial Real Estate
CPDC Event

CPDC Tour of One Thousand One

On November 7, CPDC members enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of One Thousand One, Post Brothers' project at the intersection of Broad Street and Washington Avenue.
Research & Reports

Center City Housing Report 2025

This Center City District/Central Philadelphia Development Corp. annual housing report reveals unprecedented growth in Greater Center City's residential sector, with residential development reaching a 5-year high in 2024, according to new CCD research.
Research & Reports

Center City Retail Report, November 2024

Our year-end 2024 Center City Retail Report pulls together the latest data on retail occupancy, demand, and leasing activity and explores emerging trends and opportunities that will shape Center City’s retail landscape in the coming years.