As Philadelphia gets ready to host up to two millions of visitors for the World Meeting of Families (WMOF), preparing for the impact of the WMOF and Pope’s visit on September 22 – 27 is a top priority for the business community and its residents.
Below are a list of available resources to provide you with in-depth information to answer your questions as both Philadelphia residents and business owners:
Business Resource Center
The City of Philadelphia launched a Business Resource Center to provide information to Philadelphia businesses on how the World Meeting of Families and Papal Visit will impact their employees and operations. The Center will receive calls to the hotline (215-683-2100) Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Businesses can also submit questions to business@phila.gov.
Additional Information Available:
Open For Business Kit
The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and its affiliates are supporting the WMOF committee in helping to communicate that area businesses large and small will be “Open for Business” during the World Meeting of Families convention and Papal Visit.
Stop by the Bellevue lobby at 200 South Broad Street this week to pick up your Open for Business kit, which includes signage, promotional materials, and informational brochures on the WMOF and Papal Visit events.
Papal Visit Playbook
This Papal Visit Playbook is a guide for residents and visitors on what to expect from the Papal Visit. This resource provides a comprehensive list of do’s and don’ts – from a transportation plan overview with pedestrian maps and walking routes to special dining and events. The Playbook also outlines a general overview of how you can personally prepare for an event and enjoy the city’s unique offerings and events.
