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Philadelphia is at the precipice of big design changes and Next Now Design Symposium is where the people shaping that future come together. Join us for an afternoon of bold ideas that explore how design fuels our city’s evolution. Don't miss one of the most anticipated conversations!

Plazas & Parks: The Importance of High-Quality Public Space

Discover how one of Philadelphia’s most ambitious urban transformations is reconnecting Old City with the Delaware River waterfront. Our panel will unpack how The CAP over I-95 redefines what it means to create spaces that unite a city. 

Meet the speakers:

- Joe Forkin, President & CEO, Delaware River Waterfront Corporation

- Job Itzkowitz, Executive Director, Old City District

- Patrick Morgan, Senior Officer, Philadelphia Research and Policy Initiative, Pew Charitable Trusts

Next Now Design Symposium

November 7, 2025

12-5pm

Why Attend?

- Connect with the change-makers shaping Philadelphia’s future.

- Gain insights that will inspire your next project

- Meet peers who care about the same things you do

Reserve Your Spot!