Bridge the Gap Elected Officials Panel Event

Bridge the Gap 2026 — Housing Updates You Need, With Direct Access to the Officials Who Set the Rules

Save the date for Bridge the Gap 2026, taking place on October 20th, 2026 at the Esperanza Arts Center. Confirmed speakers include Rep. Jared Solomon and Rep. Danilo Burgos, with additional elected officials to be announced. Representatives from HAPCO Philadelphia will also join the conversation.

This is your chance to hear directly from the people shaping housing policy in Philadelphia — and to ask the questions that matter to your properties, your business, and your neighborhood.

Event Details:
Date: October 20th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
Location: Esperanza Arts Center, 4261 North 5th St., Philadelphia, PA 19140

What to Expect:

Direct Access to Elected Officials — Ask questions and get real answers from the legislators and council members who vote on the policies affecting your properties.

Panel Discussions — Property ownership, housing policy, neighborhood development, and the city departments that impact real estate and investment decisions.

A More Interactive Format — This year’s program builds on past events with a format designed for genuine back-and-forth, not just prepared remarks.

Food and Refreshments — Served throughout the event.

Networking — Connect with housing professionals, real estate investors, and policymakers in one room.

Free Parking — Available on-site.

Free to Attend — Open to members and non-members. Registration is required.

Vendor Tables: Interested in a vendor table? Contact Lauren at Lauren@hapcophiladelphia.com or 215-684-1684.

About the Event:
Bridge the Gap is HAPCO’S annual event connecting housing professionals, real estate investors, and Philadelphia’s elected officials. It’s designed to surface the issues that matter most to you and make sure your voice is part of the policy conversation.