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Mastering Innovation

Turning Philadelphia’s Strategic Assets into an Innovation Ecosystem

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Francisco Garcia, Philadelphia’s Director of Business Development for Innovation and Technology, discusses the strengths and weaknesses that can foster or hinder innovation in a city. Read more: https://mackinstitute.wharton.upenn.edu/2018/philadelphia-francisco-garcia/

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