Retailers and Restaurateurs Invited to Launch their Business at PHL

Airport Holds Leasing Outreach Forum for Local, National and Global Brands

PHILADELPHIA – April 25, 2016 – A leasing outreach forum hosted by MarketPlace PHL, LLC, and the City of Philadelphia’s Division of Aviation will take place on Thursday, May 5 at 9:30 a.m. at the Airport Marriott. At the event, local, regional and national retailers, quick service food operators and restaurateurs will learn about the new business opportunities available in the robust concessions program at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

Businesses will have the opportunity to hear about the strong retail and food/beverage program at PHL, as well as learn about locations that will become available throughout the airport. The forum will also serve as a networking opportunity to foster communication and fortify business relationships and new jobs in Philadelphia.

The fast-paced atmosphere of PHL gives merchants an opportunity to take advantage of high passenger traffic – 30.8 million passengers annually – and a strong demand for quality dining and retail. PHL boasts 183,000 square feet of concession space and supports more than 20,000 airport employees.

“Philadelphia International Airport is home to a wide array of merchants representing global and local brands,” said Mel Hannah, vice president and general manager of MarketPlace PHL. “We are excited to show potential tenants how PHL can become their new home and help grow their businesses.”

The Airport Marriott is located at Terminal B, 1 Arrivals Road, Philadelphia. To attend the forum, please register online. For more information, call 215-937-1200 or visit www.philamarketplace.com.

About MarketPlace PHL, LLC

MarketPlace PHL, LLC is the private partner with the City of Philadelphia in the management of the food and retail program throughout Philadelphia International Airport. The award-winning program consists of over 170 stores, restaurants and services, featuring regional, national and international brands as well as local Philadelphia favorites. MarketPlace also manages approximately 20 specialty carts and kiosks throughout all seven terminals. MarketPlace PHL, LLC, is a partnership between MarketPlace Development, a Boston-based airport retails development firm, and LeJeune & Associates, a Philadelphia-based retail development, management and consulting firm. For more information, visit www.philamarketplace.com.

Media Contact:
Emily Adams
MarketPlace PHL
267-932-8760 ext. 308
emily@nullhornercom.com