At a recognition breakfast in January, Philadelphia’s City College for Municipal Employment (CCME) and the Workforce Solutions team, in partnership with the Workforce Professional Alliance, honored the recipients of the City’s 2026 Employer of Choice Award.
Only 15 organizations—including Temple Health—received this distinction, which celebrates employers demonstrating leadership in recruitment, retention, and promotion practices that help close the skill gap and support economic mobility.
“The Employer of Choice Awards highlight organizations investing in their people and building career pathways to long-term success,” said Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. “By supporting workforce development and innovative partnerships, we are helping Philadelphians gain the skills they need for meaningful employment and strengthening our city’s economic mobility.”
“Employer of Choice awardees are setting a new standard in Philadelphia by forging impactful partnerships with workforce organizations, providing meaningful benefits, and creating real opportunities for advancement,” agreed Emma Baylin, the City’s Director of Workforce Development, CCME and Workforce Programming. “These employers are deeply committed to building strong talent pipelines and supporting the professional growth and long-term success of their employees.”
Temple Health’s Human Resources leadership team attended the celebratory breakfast, and the Health System will be part of a collaborative program with the City to expand workforce development opportunities.
“Investing in our team members—and being a great place to work—has always been our priority,” said Abhi Rastogi, MBA, MIS, Temple Health’s President & CEO.
“We’re honored that the City has recognized our efforts to empower our employees and community,” agreed Lauren Gordon, Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer of Temple Health.