PIDC
Ilene Burak began their work experience in 1991 as a Property Manager at Classic Management, Inc. Ilene then worked as an Associate at Klehr Harrison from 2001 to 2002. From 2002 to 2005, they served as an Assistant City Solicitor at the City of Philadelphia Law Department. In 2005, they joined Pepper Hamilton LLP as an Associate. In 2006, they transitioned to PIDC, where they held several positions including Sr. Real Estate Manager, Vice President - Corporate Counsel, and ultimately Senior Vice President, Corporate Counsel.
Ilene Burak attended the Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law from 1998 to 2001, where they obtained a JD degree in Law. Prior to that, they also pursued their Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree at the Tyler School of Art of Temple University, although the specific dates for this period are not provided.
PIDC
We are Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation. We provide financing and real estate products to businesses, nonprofits, and developers in all neighborhoods of Philadelphia. PIDC is a nonprofit organization founded by the City of Philadelphia and the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia in 1958. MISSION & VALUES Our mission is to grow a global economy through inclusive economic development that ultimately achieves a high quality of life for all who live and work in Philadelphia. PIDC works with companies of all sizes driving growth to every corner of Philadelphia. We work on projects that are big and small with businesses, developers, and nonprofits in every sector. PIDC is committed to driving transformative growth for Philadelphians with a human-centered approach by directing our financial and real estate services, knowledge, and networks toward creating a vibrant and sustainable Philadelphia. To achieve this mission, PIDC focuses on five areas: CAPACITY: Create and sustain internal capacity and external partnerships to scale the availability and breadth of economic development resources and solutions to clients. CAPITAL ACCESS AND SERVICES: Expand financing and business support services to benefit under-resourced communities and marginalized populations. LAND USE: Catalyze development of projects that create quality jobs, advance equity, and promote sustainability. KNOWLEDGE & NETWORKS: Share knowledge and networks to respond to client, partner, and market needs. EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING: Elevate the physical, mental, and financial well-being of PIDC employees and provide opportunity for each to thrive and grow professionally. Learn more at www.pidcphila.com