PHILADELPHIA — Today, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker announced that Bonduelle Americas has established Philadelphia as its U.S Growth Hub and is projected to create over 100 corporate jobs in the city within the next three years. Bonduelle is an over $2 billion global food company and one of France’s most recognized household brands that produces packaged vegetable products and ready-to-eat plant rich foods. Bonduelle’s operations are launching at the 4th floor of 2400 Market Street.
Throughout 2025, the City’s Department of Commerce, in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia and Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) have closely assisted Bonduelle in discovering opportunities and resources in Philadelphia. Our suite of services includes customized site visits and meetings with ecosystem partners.
“From day one, my administration has made clear that Philadelphia is open for business and ready for investment,” said Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. “This decision sends a strong message that companies have confidence in our city and confidence in our future. This investment means good jobs, strong benefits, and more opportunity for our residents. Philadelphia offers the talent, location, affordability, and workforce businesses need to grow and succeed, and we are proud to welcome this new Growth Hub to our city.”
“Pennsylvania is winning deals over other states because we’re focused on what matters — building a strong workforce, cutting unnecessary red tape, and making strategic investments that attract businesses and help our existing companies grow here,” said Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. “We’re going to keep pushing aggressively to secure more projects, create quality jobs, and drive lasting economic growth across our Commonwealth.”
“Our team works closely with partners to proactively attract and retain companies of all sizes in Philadelphia,” said Karen Fegely, Acting Commerce Director, City of Philadelphia. “This decision by Bonduelle affirms that Philadelphia is a world-class city equipped to support the long-term growth of companies. We celebrate Bonduelle’s investment and bright future in our city.”
“We want to win within the U.S. with innovative, chef-crafted healthy choices, meal solutions and fresh services,” said Bobby Chacko, Chief Executive Officer of Bonduelle Americas. “That means competing across the store and digital shelf, moving faster, and surrounding ourselves with the right talent and partners to do it. Philadelphia brings the kind of energy, grit, and food heritage that fuels how we build — and how we win.”
“Bonduelle’s decision to establish their U.S. Growth Hub here is a testament to what Greater Philadelphia has to offer, and to what a coordinated regional effort looks like when it works,” said Chellie Cameron, President and Chief Executive Officer, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (the Chamber). “Our region is driven by a collaborative business community, world-class talent, and a thriving innovation economy. Bonduelle saw that potential, and we are proud to have helped bring them here. We look forward to watching them grow alongside our members and partners.”
Parker Administration – Ongoing efforts
In 2025, Mayor Parker made Philadelphia more globally competitive by securing 56 major business attraction and retention wins, positioning Philadelphia as an international economic hub. 10,000+ jobs were retained or created through the Department of Commerce Office of Business Development’s business attraction, expansion, and stabilization programs.
Mayor Parker launched PHL PRIME (Project Review and Infrastructure Made Easy) to support high-impact economic development projects that lead to new quality jobs, transformative investments, and inclusive economic growth in Philadelphia. PHL PRIME is led and managed by the Office of the Mayor, Department of Commerce, Department of Planning and Development, and the Managing Director’s Office.
These efforts complement the Parker Administration’s PHL Open for Business initiative, which commits to creating a business-friendly government that removes regulatory burdens, speeds up approval timelines, and streamlines City permitting and licensing processes for all businesses. Through PHL PRIME, the Parker Administration works closely to coordinate across agencies, identify barriers early, and move priority projects with speed from planning to completion.