Jabari Jones

President @West Philadelphia Corridor Collaborative

Philadelphia, PA, US

The Office of the President of West Philadelphia Corridor Collaborative has the main responsibility to build and maintain a thriving, robust, and diverse business community. My office oversees:*Securing public financing, grants, and tax incentives for job-creating projects. Our Office has secured over $10 Million in government funding for job-creating projects since 2019.*Overseeing strong industry partnerships with major corporations and directing tangible investments in the district. Our Office has successfully raised over $2 Million in private sector funding since 2017.*Represent West Philadelphia\'s interests on advisory and oversight panels overseeing $23 Billion in public-private investment.*Develop an Annual Growth Agenda - including legislative advocacy at every level of government and taking positions on legislation.*Convene local businesses, large corporations, and philanthropy to address community challenges like digital access, equity, transportation, healthcare, and other issues.*Raise the profile of West Philadelphia via participation in public, regional, national and international forums.*Business constituent issues including information and support on acquisition of permits, zoning, raising debt and/or equity, and advisory services.

Drexel University - College of Business and Administration

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration