Center City Business Association

Center City Business Association would like to thank these new and returning businesses and organizations for their interest, support, and commitment to our community. https://lnkd.in/dmvqwHGc Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia, Brinker Simpson & Company, CBP Architects, City Winery, FreshFly, Jacob Cooper, Jacobs, McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP, Melinda Previtera, Debbie Morton, ONE North Broad, Parris Bacai, PhillyOfficeRetail.com, Robert Cohen, SITIO architecture + urbanism, Synergy Advisory, The Carpenters' Company, The Sporting Club at The Bellevue #centercitysmart #philadelphia #business

Stay ahead of what’s going on in Philadelphia by attending one of our upcoming events. Or really commit yourself and sign up for all! Details: https://lnkd.in/dSt7xfzb #CenterCitySmart #Philadelphia #NetworkingEvents

🌆 Join us for the 46th Annual Reception (and Board Election)! Come celebrate Philadelphia’s vibrant business community with an evening of connections, insights, and the opportunity to network with our Board of Directors, Members, and Guests. ✨ Don’t miss the chance to hear from Sharon Pinkenson, Executive Director of the Greater Philadelphia Film Office, as she highlights Philly’s best filming spots, the economic impact of productions, and how local businesses can benefit and get involved! 🎬📈 🗓️Tuesday, November 12, 2024 ⏰ 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Duke and Duke Boardroom, 123 S. Broad Street 💼 Attire: Business 🎟️ Tickets: $45 Members / $65 Guests 🌟 Make your reservation today and be part of the momentum! https://lnkd.in/ePNYKk5k Special thanks to: Greater Philadelphia Film Office , Garces Marketing, and SSH Real Estate.

Join us for an exclusive event with Michael Forman, Chairman & CEO of FS Investments! On Thursday, November 7, hear from one of Philadelphia's most influential leaders as he shares insights on building FS Investments, a firm that now manages over $75 billion in assets. Michael founded FS Investments in 2007 with a vision to make alternative investments accessible to all investors, and today, it’s recognized as a leader in the industry. 📅 Thursday, November 7, 2024 🕦 11:45 AM – 1:30 PM 📍 Fitler Club Reserve your spot today! https://lnkd.in/eQn8EiMi Sponsored by: Center City Film & Video, Comcast Business, Community College of Philadelphia, Independence Blue Cross, ITDATA, KYW Newsradio, Marcum LLP, Mile6, Philadelphia Business Journal, Visit Philadelphia #PhiladelphiaBusiness #CenterCitySmart #LunchwithCityLeaders

Philadelphia’s sports scene is on fire! With 9 pro teams, nearly 90 colleges, and hosting the 2026 MLB All-Star Game & FIFA World Cup, our city's sports economy is booming. But how does it impact our economic growth, jobs, and quality of life? Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with top leaders from Philly's sports industry. Learn how business and sports intersect, and what it means for our city's future. 🎤 Panelists Include: Jill Bodensteiner, VP & Director of Athletics, Saint Joseph's University Maria Grasso, CDME, Chief Sales Officer, Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau Alba Martinez, , Philadelphia Department of Commerce Don Smolenski, President, Philadelphia Eagles Ernst Tanner, Sporting Director, Philadelphia Union Moderated by: Eric Zillmer Director, The Global Sport Leadership Solutions Lab Carl R. Pacifico Professor of Neuropsychology Athletic Director Emeritus Director, The Happiness Lab Licensed Clinical Psychologist Drexel University, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences Reserve your spot today! https://lnkd.in/egv5Z7ia Sponsored by: Fulton Bank, Brinker Simpson & Company, Maven (FractionalMaven.com), and the Philadelphia Business Journal The Sporting Club at The Bellevue #PhillySports #SportsEconomy #CenterCitySmart

During last week’s sold out luncheon, we met, connected with, and heard from Jerry Sweeney, President, CEO, and Trustee of Brandywine Realty Trust. Jerry spoke about the current state of commercial real estate, Philly's need to increase jobs to grow our workforce, and among other insights, offered this nugget of success from McDonalds: find and perfect your business’s “French fries”. Join us for the next #Lunchwithcityleaders featuring Michael Forman, Chairman & CEO of FS Investments! https://lnkd.in/eQn8EiMi Thanks to our event sponsors: Center City Film & Video, Comcast Business, Community College of Philadelphia, Independence Blue Cross, ITDATA, KYW Newsradio, Marcum LLP, Mile6, Philadelphia Business Journal, Visit Philadelphia. #CenterCitySmart #LunchwithCityLeaders #Philadelphia

Join Center City Business Association and Bridge View Media for a unique Happy Hour Breakfast at Athenaeum of Philadelphia, a national historic landmark. Network with members and guests in a setting steeped in history while enjoying light bites and coffee. 🗓️ Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM 📍 The Athenaeum of Philadelphia. 💼 $25 Members | $40 Guests ☕ Includes light breakfast, networking, and access to this iconic institution. Space is limited – Reserve your spot today! https://lnkd.in/eU5MXWUm Happy Hour is sponsored by BoomCloud Consulting, LLC, Citrin Cooperman, Rutgers School of Business–Camden, and Synergy Advisory. Special thanks to Nora Barry and Mike Adams. #CenterCityPhilly #HistoricPhiladelphia #HappyHourBreakfast

We are proud to announce and welcome newly elected board members – Tiffani Donaldson-Berry, M.Ed and Ginger Kochmer - thank you for your dedication and support! We look forward to growing business in Center City! To meet our Board Members and learn more, click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eGTkjrti #CenterCitySmart #Philadelphia

Don’t miss out! Hear personal stories of leadership, challenges and triumphs at our “Women Changing the City” event - October 17th at 8 AM, at Rivers Casino Philadelphia . Moderated by Denise Nakano, Anchor, KYW Newsradio Featuring: Ashley Jordan, Ph.D., President & CEO, African American Museum in Philadelphia Jane Scaccetti, Ambassador, Armanino Cybille St.Aude-Tate, Co-founder, Honeysuckle Provisions Lauren Swartz, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Philadelphia Register today! https://lnkd.in/gwin4q7V Sponsored by Fulton Bank, Armanino, PIDC, Maven (FractionalMaven.com) (ReferabilityMaven.com), Philadelphia Business Journal, Rivers Casino Philadelphia and Rutgers School of Business–Camden . Partnering Organizations: Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia NAWBO Philadelphia Women's Business Enterprise Center East (WBEC East) World Affairs Council of Philadelphia #CenterCitySmart #Philadelphia #WomenChangingTheCity

Member of the Month: Wendy Ramunno, a seasoned ghostwriter with a passion for helping busy executives share their best ideas with the world. From tech CEOs to university presidents, Wendy's clients rely on her for thought leadership strategy, articles, op-eds, video scripts, and more. ✍️ With experience spanning Capitol Hill journalism, national magazines like Fast Company and Food & Wine, and even time in the kitchen at Eleven Madison Park, Wendy’s expertise crosses industries. Learn more about Wendy - read the full Member of the Month spotlight. https://lnkd.in/e93gR3Zc #MemberOfTheMonth#centercitysmart #philadelphia