The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia

Thank you to the nearly 1,500 members of our business and civic community who joined us today for the Chamber’s 2024 Annual Meeting, supported by Title Sponsor Independence Blue Cross. We came together to celebrate the progress we’ve made this past year - from advancements in life sciences and the arrival of new businesses - to being named a top 25 global startup ecosystem, our region is rising. But there’s still more to be done. We’re working with our members and investors so that we may all rise together and realize our vision to make Greater Philadelphia a top global destination for business and a leader in inclusive growth. Hear from leaders across our region on how they are harnessing the spirit of change and contributing to a future in which we are boldly rising, including: Jordan Rambo of Accenture, Tiffany Wilson of the University City Science Center, Angela Val of Visit Philadelphia, Daniel Fitzpatrick, CFA of Citizens, Susan Jacobson of Jacobson Strategic Communications, Leslie S. Richards of Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), David M. Velazquez of PECO, Jodie Harris of PIDC, Dan Bonelli of Comcast, Benjamin J. Connors, Esq. of General Building Contractors Association (GBCA), Shireen Melvin of Lockheed Martin, Barbara A. Wadsworth of Main Line Health, Christopher Franklin of Essential Utilities, Inc., Donna Frisby-Greenwood of The Pew Charitable Trusts, William Bowie of Empower Construction, LLC, and our Board Chair, Greg Deavens of Independence Health Group. How are you and your organization boldly rising with us?

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We are pleased to announce that Daniel Fitzpatrick, CFA, President, Citizens Mid-Atlantic and Midwest Regions, will receive the 2024 William Penn Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a business executive in Greater Philadelphia. Given annually since 1949, this award recognizes an individual for their outstanding contributions to the region. “As a dynamic leader of our Chamber and a pillar of our business community, Dan Fitzpatrick has made a profound impact on Greater Philadelphia. His leadership has fostered significant economic growth for many of our region’s businesses,” said Chellie Cameron, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber. “I’m proud to work with him to achieve our vision of positioning Greater Philadelphia as a top global destination for business and a leader in inclusive growth.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/e4-uT29K #GoodBizPHL

HUGE win for Pennsylvania businesses! Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Chellie Cameron joined Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro this morning as he signed an Executive Order creating the PA Permit Fast Track Program. This first-in-the-nation fast-track program will provide business leaders with the certainty to make strategic decisions, minimize potential risks, and confidently pursue opportunities that will create jobs and activate economic growth for Pennsylvania and Greater Philadelphia. Read more about how this program will reduce wait times and improve the Commonwealth’s permitting, licensing, and certification processes: https://lnkd.in/ez5uVdZ4

Thank you to the dynamic group of leaders who joined Chellie Cameron and me yesterday morning 11/14 for the The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia's Executive Breakfast series. It was a pleasure connecting with such a diverse array of industry leaders, all dedicated to driving growth within their organizations and across the Greater Philadelphia region. #ChamberPHL #leaders #amplify #advocate #grow #philly #greaterphl

The Chamber was proud to sponsor the AFP GPC's celebration of National Philanthropy Day. Several of our member and investor organizations were recognized including: ? Joseph Meterchick, PNC, Outstanding Galvanizer in Philanthropy ? The Wawa, Inc. Foundation, Outstanding Corporate Foundation ? The Morgan Family including Jason Morgan, Multigenerational Family Achievement ? Elwyn, The Foundation for Delaware County Award for Outstanding Nonprofit Organization In Philadelphia, over 9,000 nonprofit organizations serve the community. We're proud to partner with many of them to achieve our vision: Greater Philadelphia is a top global destination for business and a leader in inclusive growth.

We are thrilled to announce the FY 24-25 cohort of the CEO Access Network, supported by the Wells Fargo Foundation. Now in its 16th year, this program matches C-suite executives from Chamber member companies with disability-, LGBTQ+, minority-, veteran-, and women-owned business leaders in Greater Philadelphia. Thanks to Wells Fargo’s generous support, we continue to pave the way for a more inclusive and prosperous future. Learn more about the program and this year’s cohort: https://lnkd.in/e2_HbSBs

Join us in extending a warm welcome to the eight newest members of our Board of Directors. Their leadership will be instrumental in driving impact and fostering growth throughout the Greater Philadelphia region. Chris Goodchild, Managing Director & Senior Partner, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Geoff Gross, CEO, Medical Guardian Prema Katari Gupta, President & CEO, Center City District La-Toya Hackney, Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, Saint-Gobain Thaisa Hugenneyer, Executive Vice President, Operations, Supply Chain and Procurement, FMC Corporation J. Larry Jameson, MD, PhD, Interim President, University of Pennsylvania Alicia Karr, President, Meyer Paul Lemmo, Vice President & General Manager, Integrated Warfare Systems, Lockheed Martin

Your insights matter! Participate in the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Annual Chamber Survey, open now through November 25, 2024. Your insights on business conditions for 2024 and forecasts for 2025 will influence our State of the Economy event on January 9, 2025. Share your perspective and ensure your voice on our region's economic outlook is heard. Take the survey now: https://lnkd.in/e4sVAifZ

EVENT UPDATE: This Friday's event, Shaping our Quality of Life: A Civic Issues Forum, was originally scheduled to be held in-person and will now be held virtually. Join us for a discussion on how the intersection of transportation, housing, amenities, and vitality can forge a brighter and more inclusive future for Greater Philadelphia. Speakers include: Valerija Beares, Greater Philadelphia Market Leader, CBRE Jodie Harris, President, PIDC Ariella Maron, Executive Director, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission Dr. David Wilk, MAI, CRE, Assistant Professor, Finance & Director, Real Estate Program, Fox School of Business at Temple University Moderated by: Marc Collazzo, Executive Director, Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District Members can register for free with code VIRTUAL. Register: https://lnkd.in/eYU2ZkVX