Welcome to Philly, P.I., where Philadelphia comes alive

It wasn't difficult for us to settle on a concept for our new blog. Every day, the team at Simon Public Relations Group takes its perch on the 11th floor of the Bellevue on Broad Street, the heart of Philadelphia, along the Avenue of the Arts. It's an exciting place, where class meets grit and the pace rarely slows. We see a lot from our vantage point: the stars that shine on this city, the behind-the-scenes movers, and the trends before they emerge. The best part? We love what we see. Take, for example, the recently installed LED lights that make the Avenue of the Arts glow (photo by Jim Abbott for Center City District):

Of course, it's hard to miss such a breathtaking lighting display when it stares at you from across the street. But there are other, more subtle images and stories that are indicative of what makes Philadelphia a world-class city, and that's what we'll investigate and bring to you every week. We'd love to hear your ideas and suggestions, so please keep in touch.