2024 Anchor Economy Conference

Join us as we discuss anchor strategies and best practices, and potential public policy supports to advance anchor collaboratives nationally

Date and time

May 15 · 1:30pm - May 16 · 4:30pm EDT

Location

The Liberty View at Independence Visitor Center

599 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 United States

Agenda

Day 1 Agenda

Day 2 Agenda

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Registration & Networking

2:00 PM

Welcome

Deborah Diamond, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

The Evolution of Anchor Expression: History & Future Opportunities

David Zuckerman, Healthcare Anchor Network

Rita Axelroth Hodges, University of Pennsylvania

Modern anchor strategies have been around since the latter half of the 20th century and have undergone significant shifts since. Our conference will begin with a discussion about the evolution of anc...

Meet and Greet Activity

Get to know your fellow conference attendees through an interactive connecting exercise.

Impacts, Equity and Innovation: How Eds and Meds Drive Economic Outcomes

Sibusisiwe Malaba, Newark Alliance

Cullum Clark, George W. Bush Presidential Center

Donald Planey, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Anthony Sorrentino, University of Pennsylvania

A reality of implementing anchor strategies is dealing with the intended and unintended effects of collaboration across anchor institutions and communities. During this moderated session, attendees w...

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Opening Reception

Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres with conference attendees as we enjoy our first evening in Philadelphia.

About this event

During this conference, participants will explore the history and the future of anchor impact in regions and the potential for when they collaborate in partnership with community. This convening will take a critical look at how Anchor Institutions have shown up in place and the potential for them to deepen their impact in creating economic opportunity and building community wealth. There will be interactive sessions including collaboratively envisioning how Anchor Institutions can leverage public policy to deepen the impact of anchor strategies.

We invite hospital and university administrators; philanthropy; community and economic development experts; and those interested in the role of Anchor Institutions in advancing economic equity to join us!

Frequently asked questions

Is there a hotel room block available?

A block of rooms have been held at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia at the rate of $259 for attendees. Please review your confirmation email for more information about booking a room. Space is limited!

Where are the nearest parking options?

The AutoPark at Independence Mall is a 24-hour, fully enclosed and secure self-park garage located located at 6th and Market Streets underneath the Independence Visitor Center. You can also park at the parking garage on 2nd Street between Chestnut and Walnut Streets. Fees apply.

Can I invite my colleagues or other peers?

This is a private event, however if you have individuals you would like to invite, please email Claire Brawdy at cbrawdy@anchornetwork.org

The event is at capacity, what do I do?

Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. However, we will include a waitlist option and if tickets become available, we will reach out directly.

Organized by

Healthcare Anchor Network

The Healthcare Anchor Network (HAN) is a growing national collaboration of 65+ leading healthcare systems building more inclusive and sustainable local economies that have adopted the “anchor mission.” The institutions leverage their substantial economic resources to benefit those experiencing the greatest inequities through hiring, purchasing, and investing in local, disinvested neighborhoods, to help build communities where all can be healthy and thrive. HAN exists to incubate and scale strategies that establish the anchor mission as a healthcare sector priority and to lead innovation in anchor mission implementation, both internally and in partnership with community.

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