JPMorganChase, Axios, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors have partnered to launch Zoom In, an initiative aimed at sharing and scaling insights on driving local economic growth and prosperity in communities across the country. The partnership will highlight how local elected officials, community and business leaders, and policy experts are working together to set and drive an agenda that moves their communities forward, from housing and inflation to health care and the impact of new innovations on the workforce.

The partnership will kick off with an event in Washington, D.C., on January 16th, featuring Axios co-founder Mike Allen, the President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther, and JPMorganChase’s Vice Chair, Peter Scher and Head of Corporate Responsibility, Tim Berry, among others. Zoom In will then hit the road for a year-long series of convenings in Chicago, Austin, Columbus, San Francisco, Boston, and Atlanta, where JPMorganChase, Axios, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors will bring together local stakeholders and decision-makers to highlight their unique local approaches to promoting economic growth and prosperity. Insights gleaned throughout the partnership will be housed on a new content hub, where local leaders and experts will share their authentic experiences and insights throughout the year.

"We have learned a tremendous amount about creating productive public-private partnerships in communities across the country where we do business, and this partnership will enable us to share our insights and learn from others as we tackle tough challenges together," said Tim Berry, Global Head of Corporate Responsibility and Chairman of the Mid-Atlantic Region for JPMorganChase. "For more than 225 years, JPMorganChase has served as a champion of opportunity in local communities around the globe. Everywhere we go, we strive to apply our unique expertise, insights, and resources to address economic and societal challenges and spark long-term, self-sustaining economic growth. Thanks to the partnership of Axios and the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Zoom In will create a unique opportunity to scale our collective knowledge and experience."

"At Axios, we work tirelessly to demonstrate the power of local journalism at scale through Axios Local," said Axios co-founder and CEO Jim VandeHei. "Zoom In is an ambitious program that will highlight local journalism across the country. We're excited to work with partners like JPMorganChase and the U.S. Conference of Mayors who share the same values and commitments to local news."

“Cities are where the work gets done, and mayors are leading the way, investing in new, innovative policies and programs that help address some of our nation’s most pressing issues, from housing to public safety to economic growth,” said U.S. Conference of Mayors CEO and Executive Director Tom Cochran. “Public-private partnerships are essential to cities’ success. We welcome the opportunity to partner with Axios and JPMorganChase to highlight the extraordinary work of mayors and all they have been able to achieve.”

Throughout the year, the partnership will explore various local challenges including housing, inflation, healthcare, and workforce innovation. A dedicated content hub will be created to share insights and experiences from local leaders and experts throughout the year. The collaboration aims to highlight successful public-private partnerships and showcase how local elected officials, community leaders, and business leaders work together to drive community progress.

In conclusion, the partnership between JPMorganChase, Axios, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors is a significant step towards driving local economic growth and prosperity. By bringing together local stakeholders, decision-makers, and experts, the initiative aims to share and scale insights on addressing local challenges and fostering productive public-private partnerships. Through a year-long series of convenings and a dedicated content hub, the partnership seeks to create a lasting impact on communities across the country.