Independence Business Alliance

SAVE THE DATE: ERG Summit Powered by IBA, Hosted by Jefferson Health. Join the Independence Business Alliance for an afternoon ERG Summit on November 20, 2024 at Jefferson Center! This half day afternoon summit will focus on the development and networking for Philadelphia region LGBTQ+ aspiring or current ERG leaders and other LGBTQ+ community members that belong to other ERGs or are looking to start ERGs in the workplace. There will be panel discussions, breakout sessions, and plenty of time to network with other ERG folks from the region. A massive thank you to Jefferson Health for hosting us for this event! More details about registration will be released soon. Please fill out our interest form so we can reach out personally once registration opens! https://lnkd.in/eeTbXGvQ We hope to see all of our Corporate Partners in attendance! PNC, Bristol Myers Squibb, Comcast, Independence Blue Cross, Jefferson Health, PECO, AmerisourceBergen, Aqua, Ballard Spahr LLP, Bank of America, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, EY, Fox Rothschild, Kreischer Miller, Merck, Ocean Casino Resort, parx casino, TD, Vanguard, Wawa, Inc., YIKES, Inc

Calling all small business owners in the IBA network!! You are invited to the “ Power of Capital” for Small Business with Chase Bank. Learn from experts what makes your business a good investment, the importance of your business financial data, and your credit options. This informative workshop will be taking place on Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Mazzoni Center. Workshop Facilitator will be Josué Figueroa ⭐️, Senior Business Consultant at Chase Bank. Thank you to Keith Snyder, Benjamin Presnell, and Caleb Trotter for helping kickoff this series with Chase and the IBA! This event is free for all to attend. Please register prior to November 13th, so we can have an accurate head count. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/etjrm5TF

Election Statement 📤 As an LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, we aspire to foster an environment of equitable access to economic empowerment for local, vibrant LGBTQ+ communities and those who support equality. It is our mission to expand economic opportunities, advocate for diverse spaces, and promote inclusive leadership. To that end, we would be remiss as an organization if we didn’t remind our members and stakeholders how important the upcoming election on November 5th is for the many communities we represent and beyond. We want to encourage everyone involved with the IBA to do your research to understand the issues that the candidates on the ballots represent and then take action to make your voice heard by voting – whether early, or in person on November 5th at your local polling station. If you’re looking for a resource to help you better understand the candidates, the issues, and how to vote wherever you are in our coverage area, we urge you to find out more with the Committee of Seventy’s nonpartisan interactive voter guide, which you can access here: https://lnkd.in/e7pZWiPS If you are seeking out a resource that focuses on LGBTQ+ issues, you can access The Philadelphia Gay News LGBTQ+ Voter Guide here: https://lnkd.in/eVbASaij Voting is necessary, of course, but not sufficient for a continued, operational democracy. You can learn more ways to get involved as the election approaches: https://lnkd.in/eVUF6VtJ

ERG Summit Powered by the IBA and Hosted by Jefferson Health Join the IBA for an afternoon ERG Summit on November 20, 2024 at Jefferson Center! Elevate your impact--- Join us to connect and grow with LGBTQ+ ERG leaders and allies across the region! This half day afternoon summit will focus on the development and networking for Philadelphia region LGBTQ+ aspiring or current ERG leaders and other LGBTQ+ community members that belong to other ERGs. There will be panel discussions, breakout sessions, and plenty of time to network with other ERG folks from the region. A massive thank you to Jefferson Health for hosting us for this event! Date: November 20, 2024 Time: 11:30am-5:00pm, with networking reception to follow on site from 5:30-7:00pm (the evening networking reception will be open to the public) Location: Jefferson Center, 1101 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19107 Key Highlights: Networking Opportunities: Connect with nearly 100 ERG leaders and members from various organizations. Titles of Breakout Sessions: -Building BRAVE Spaces: Fostering psychological safety within our ERGs  -Allyship for our Community - allyship within the Queer and intersectionality Titles of Panel Discussions: -Highs and Lows of New ERGs -ERGs Influencing for Change Join us as we work together to strengthen our networks and create positive change within our organizations and beyond. Stay for an evening networking event from 5:00pm-7:00pm! This portion of the day will be open to the public. Registration for both the ERG Summit and evening Networking event are mandatory. Please register ASAP since space is limited! ERG Summit Registration: https://lnkd.in/e_D5QJX9 Evening Networking Registration: https://lnkd.in/er22kTwH

2025 Business of Pride!!! Business of Pride recognizes the region's LGBTQ+ business leaders and corporate allies. Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2025 Eligibility Requirements: Now in its third year, the Philadelphia Business Journal is again showcasing the people and companies behind the achievements and progress of the region's LGBTQ+ community through the Business of Pride. Tell us about the people and companies making positive waves. We're looking for:  • Outstanding voices. This includes a range of Greater Philadelphia LGBTQ+ leaders who are out and making a difference in the business world. Individuals must reside and work in Greater Philadelphia. Tell us about the business owners and advocates supporting the community. • Corporate allies. Here, we'll focus on Greater Philadelphia-based companies that consistently go above and beyond in advancing LGBTQ+ equality in their workplaces and in the community.   • Allies. Tell us about the non-LGBTQ+ people actively advocating and supporting members of the community.    Guidelines Individual nominees must live in one of the following Greater Philadelphia communities and companies must have a presence in one of the following: Pennsylvania: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Lehigh, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties New Jersey: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem counties Delaware: Kent and New Castle counties LEARN MORE AND APPLY HERE: https://lnkd.in/gHWZmthE

Calling all small business owners in the IBA network!! You are invited to the “ Power of Capital” for Small Business with Chase Bank. Learn from experts what makes your business a good investment, the importance of your business financial data, and your credit options. This informative workshop will be taking place on Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Mazzoni Center. Workshop Facilitator will be Josué Figueroa ⭐️, Senior Business Consultant. This event is free for all to attend. Please register prior to November 13th, so we can have an accurate head count.    November 14, 2024 5:30-7:00pm Mazzoni Center 1348 Bainbridge St.  Philadelphia, PA 19147 REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/etjrm5TF

NEXT WEEK: Two-Part Training: Creating Trans Affirming Workspaces and Organizations TransWork is proud to host Trans Affirming Training & Consulting, a member LGBTBE, to provide training workshops on how you and your company can engage the process of creating a safe and affirming environment for trans people. You're invited to join us for these educational sessions, and you do not need to have any specific knowledge already to attend. In the first workshop, "Trans 101," we will work to build a shared understanding of trans identities and issues that trans people may face in employment and/or other settings. We will also discuss the vocabulary that is appropriate to use when talking about or to trans people, and we welcome (appropriate) questions both during the session and in advance (transwork@thinkiba.com). Part 1: Trans 101 October 29th, 1-2:30pm Eastern Time Part 2: Creating Trans Affirming Workspaces November 12, 1-2:30pm Eastern Time Both sessions will be virtual and free for all. There will be recordings available if you are not able to attend live or wish to review materials after the event. REGISTER HERE FOR FREE: https://lnkd.in/em5yiqCX

Marketing is critical to the success of your small business. It is often a prospective customer’s first impression and helps your business build awareness, attract customers, and drive sales. Small business owners often neglect marketing because they assume it’s too expensive. Luckily, there are tons of low-cost marketing options you can use to connect with customers and drive business growth. PIDC is committed to helping the businesses that make Philadelphia great succeed, so we put together this list of effective and low-cost marketing ideas you can use to promote your business.

❗ IBA MEMBER DISCOUNT ALERT ❗ 🎉📸 Ready to refresh your professional image? IBA member business, BeauMondeOriginals, is offering all IBA members a special discount on headshot refresh sessions for only $175! This is the perfect opportunity to update your headshot and present your best authentic self! BeauMondeOriginals is a certified LGBTBE owned business, certified woman owned business, and longtime member of the IBA. If you've ever attended a premier IBA event, you've seen Cathie Berrey (owner of BMO) taking beautiful photos of our incredible network ✨ 💼✨ Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your personal brand. Book your spot today and let BeauMondeOriginals capture your best angle! To schedule, please reach out to info@beaumondeoriginals.com and be sure to check out their website for all their stunning photography! https://lnkd.in/ep-JaRnG

Nonprofit leaders, this one's for you! DVLF & Glenmede are hosting an exclusive event on Friday, Oct. 25th from 9:30-11am at Glenmede Investment & Wealth Management....Join us for a continental breakfast, valuable insights on funding trends, and top-notch networking, all free of charge, thanks to the generous support from Glenmede - Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! RSVP today! Email info@dvlf.org with "Glenmede RSVP" in the subject line & send us your full name...See you there!