A new decade brings new opportunities. The Chamber is raising the bar on its mission to make Greater Philadelphia a great place to do good business in 2020 and beyond. In keeping with this goal, we’re putting a focus on fostering cooperation and growth at all levels. See how you can get involved in the coming year:
Advocating on Behalf of the Business Community
Through local, state, and federal advocacy, we’re connecting our business community with elected officials to push legislation that supports business and betters our regional economy.
At the local level:
Through the PHL Neighborhood Growth Project, we are proud to have a coalition of partners working on so many diverse initiatives aimed at reducing poverty in Philadelphia and bringing a shared prosperity to every neighborhood.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Jan. 22: Transparency in Local Government: Putting People First at City Hall
At this Roadmap for Growth issue forum, join business, nonprofit, and civic leaders in a conversation that prioritizes government transparency as we usher in a new Mayoral and Council term.
- Feb. 11: Mayoral Luncheon
Join Mayor Jim Kenney as he addresses important issues impacting the City of Philadelphia and outlines his top priorities for 2020 to over 1,500 members of the Greater Philadelphia business community.
- Feb. 21: Neighborhoods That Thrive: Creating Safe and Healthy Communities
At this Roadmap for Growth issue forum, learn how local businesses and organizations are prioritizing community health through violence prevention and by addressing other social determinants of health.
- Thursdays at City Hall
Every Thursday, when City Council is in session, Chamber members join our Local Government Advocacy team to be introduced to City Council representatives, see a City Council Session in progress, and represent the business community in conversations that promote job creation and economic growth.
At the state level:
Through Grow PA, we’ve gathered advocates from across the Commonwealth to advance a modern growth agenda for Pennsylvania. One of the most pressing issues facing PA is the absence of a comprehensive state innovation strategy grounded in an evidence-based understanding of the state’s industries and innovation status. Help us jumpstart Pennsylvania’s innovation economy.
COMING THIS SPRING
- A Conversation with the Governor
Hear Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf’s vision for the Commonwealth at the Chamber’s annual Conversation with the Governor with 6abc’s Morning Anchor Matt O’Donnell
- Pennsylvania Legislative Reception
This annual event brings the regional and business community an interesting and informative program and reception in Pennsylvania’s Capitol in Harrisburg.
- Grow PA Advocacy Day
Before legislators gather for the PA Legislative Reception, Grow PA champions are invited to join us in the state capitol to advocate for pro-growth policies. More details to come.
At the federal level:
By working collaboratively and harnessing the power of business, civic, and higher education leaders, the CEO Council for Growth aims to make Greater Philadelphia one of the global first-tier 21st-century innovation economies. The CEO Council recently redesigned its website to better serve the regional business and civic communities.
UPCOMING EVENT
- Feb. 24: Congressional Staff Luncheon
Meet with staff members of our region’s congressional delegation and discuss key legislative priorities for our region that are currently being considered by Congress and the Administration.
Prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As an advocate of the regional business community, the Chamber recognizes that addressing the evolving demographic changes in our region is fundamental to the growth and sustainability of our members. Creating an inclusive environment that engages individuals reflective of the full spectrum of our region strengthens our organizations and is key to the success of Greater Philadelphia as a whole.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Feb. 25: Activating Neurodiverse Workplaces: A Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
Meet employers who are updating their recruitment practices to respect and acknowledge neurological differences.
- Mar. 20: Paradigm Award Luncheon
Celebrate the most prestigious award for professional women in Greater Philadelphia — the Paradigm Award. Please join us in recognizing the achievements of the 2020 honoree, Eileen C. McDonnell, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company. In conjunction with the Paradigm Award, merit-based scholarships are awarded to women who are working toward an undergraduate degree.
Energy at Work
More than ever before, businesses across the region play a critical role in defining our energy landscape. Business of all industries, from manufacturing and health care to higher education, require reliable, clean, affordable, and efficient energy to power our region.
The newly released Energy at Work: Innovative Energy Strategies from the Regional Business Community is the first edition in a two-part series that highlights energy projects and strategies from the Chamber’s Greater Philadelphia Energy Action Team that are boosting efficiency and resiliency, cutting costs, and reducing our region’s carbon emissions.
Building a Talent Pool of Professionals
Today’s job market is changing rapidly. As a result of advancements in workplace technology and automation, many employers are rethinking their approaches to finding the right talent and working with employees to develop skills so that they can grow within the company.
At the Chamber, we’re determined to be the indispensable resource for your talent needs. We build ties that help further individual careers, forge friendships, encourage collaboration, empower volunteerism, foster current and emerging leaders, and strengthen our Greater Philadelphia business community.
Talent Strategy Solutions to Hire, Upskill, and Retain Employees
In partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Works, our publication provides employer resources, including labor market data and case studies of innovative engagement strategies.
With nearly 2,000 young leaders working in diverse industries and environments throughout Greater Philadelphia, the Chamber’s Young Professionals Council is the resource for young professionals in our region.
Call for Nominations: YPC Spotlight Awards
The YPC Spotlight Awards honor ambitious young professionals making a positive impact on our region as our Young Professionals of the Year. Honorees are active YPC members and exemplify a commitment to the four pillars of YPC: Lead, Develop, Network, and Volunteer. Nomination deadline: Monday, January 27, 2020
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Feb. 5: YPC Meet the C-Suite with Russ Starke, CEO, Think Company
Join YPC at Meet the C-Suite, a program series where young professionals have the opportunity to interact with regional CEOs, founders, and C-suite executives in an exclusive setting and learn how they became successful leaders within their fields.
- Apr. 21: Spring Talent ProgramGet insight into how to create an authentic employer brand that attracts top talent. Regional experts will explore branding strategies that help you leverage your company story, showcase your company culture, and make use of emerging recruitment technologies and platforms.
Want to learn more about the year ahead for the Chamber? We are planning engagement opportunities for leaders across sectors, including:
