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80 Community Builders Highlight Kindness in Greater Philly Area

5/9/2025

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Technical.ly introduced the sixth RealLIST Connectors in May 2020, featuring 80 community builders in Greater Philadelphia, Baltimore, DC, and Pittsburgh.
Most Connectors have resided in their areas for nine years or less, including 13 newcomers.
Two-thirds occupy leadership positions, addressing capital and sector silos as key challenges.
Approximately 93% possess post-secondary degrees, with many highlighting kindness in their quotes.

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Story summary

Technical.ly introduced the sixth RealLIST Connectors in May 2020, featuring 80 community builders in Greater Philadelphia, Baltimore, DC, and Pittsburgh.
Most Connectors have resided in their areas for nine years or less, including 13 newcomers.
Two-thirds occupy leadership positions, addressing capital and sector silos as key challenges.
Approximately 93% possess post-secondary degrees, with many highlighting kindness in their quotes.