Brian Jensen

Pennsylvania Economy League, Inc. is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to strengthening local governments through practical, research-based solutions. The non-profit company is based in Philadelphia, PA. The organization provides expertise in municipal finance, economic development, and governance, serving state agencies, local officials, school administrators, business leaders, and nonprofits. Its mission focuses on promoting civic education, fiscal responsibility, government efficiency, and evidence-driven policymaking. The company operates as a statewide network with three regional affiliates, each independently managed but collaborating under the parent organization. Key initiatives include the Local Government Innovation Lab, which offers free, customized research, technical assistance, and policy analysis to municipalities, school districts, and community organizations. The lab encourages collaboration among local officials, civic leaders, and academic partners to promote sustainable governance and data-driven decision-making. Pennsylvania Economy League also provides strategic support through financial reviews, government studies, strategic management planning, and enrollment projections for school districts. Its independent research covers public policy issues affecting local governments, such as municipal financial health, tax policy, service sharing, and economic impacts of state institutions.