About Us
Lambda Alpha International, the Honorary Society for the Advancement of Land Economics, was founded in 1930 under the leadership of the renowned land economist and champion of academic freedom, Richard T. Ely. As an honorary society, it provides a forum for the study and advancement of land economics where the “winnowing and sifting” of ideas takes place in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
The LAI Philly Chapter offers its members and guests:
- informative and provocative programs on key land use policies and new redevelopment projects;
- behind-the-scenes tours allowing first-hand experiences of interest to members;
- an annual Holiday Party; and
- frequent opportunities for networking.
Membership in the LAI Philly Chapter, as with all Lambda Alpha International Chapters, is by invitation only. Current members in good standing nominate individuals who have extensive experience (at least 10 years) in the fields of land economics, architecture, engineering, real estate, planning, government, academia, real estate, land use and zoning law, etc.
The Membership Committee of the Board of Directors reviews and recommends a slate of new members who are sworn in at the annual initiation banquet.
LAI Philly thanks our 2024 Platinum Sponsor
Join us at our next event!
We will be in conversation with Jodie Harris, President of PIDC. The event will be Wednesday, April 10 from 5pm – 7pm.
Hear how the organization is helping drive transformative growth for Philadelphians. Through financial and real estate services PIDC helps their clients invest, develop, and grow.
PIDC is Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, providing financing and real estate products to businesses, nonprofits, and developers in all neighborhoods of Philadelphia.
Ms. Harris is an economic development industry leader with three decades of experience spanning the public, private, and nonprofit sectors and joined PIDC in June 2023 after nearly two decades serving in various roles in the federal government, including four years as director of the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund).
Enjoy light bites, beverages, and plenty of networking time.
Register here.
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
8:30am – 10am
Vicinity Energy Philadelphia Plant Tour
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