PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 7, 2025–

Comcast today opened its newest Flagship Lift Zone in partnership with Opportunities Industrialization Center, Inc. (OIC) Philadelphia to advance digital skills and job training opportunities in the city. The Flagship Lift Zone, located at 1231 North Broad Street, is powered by more than $1 million in total investment to support facility and technology upgrades, and expanded capacity to offer digital and technical skills.


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