Member Levels & Benefits

The Independence Business Alliance provides tremendous value to member businesses through business development opportunities, marketing exposure to businesses and consumers, representation in the regional and national LGBTQ+ and business communities, resources for business growth and operation, and advocacy for civil rights and business-friendly public policy.

The IBA encourages enterprises of all sizes and industries – LGBTQ+-owned and LGBTQ+-friendly (allies welcome and encouraged!) – throughout the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond to join our vibrant network of businesses and corporations. Members must abide by the IBA Code of Conduct to remain in good standing. All Members receive:

  • Access to invitation only and/or standing committees
  • Legislative & community advocacy
  • Voting rights to select IBA board
  • Business Referral Network
  • Membership decal to display at your business
  • Members only breaking LGBT business news
  • Member-to-member discounts
  • New Member Recognition in e-newsletter
  • Auto-renewal Payment Option

2026 Memberships:

Organizational / Business Memberships

Nonprofit Partner – $150 Join Now

  • Eligibility: Nonprofit organization, with established partnership

  • Benefits:
    • Can send representatives to events at member pricing
    • Educational workshops focused on the nonprofit sector (ex: grant writing, fundraising, and nonprofit management)
    • Join network of other LGBTQ+ and allied nonprofit organizations in the greater Philadelphia region to further build connections and support
  • IBA Business Welcome Packet
    • Member certificate, stickers, digital “IBA Member” for use on website
  • *Note that the NGLCC Certification is not available for free at this level, but instead is available starting at the Small Business Member Level

Small Business Member – $350 Join Now

  • Eligibility: This level is suited for small businesses owners that are seeking LGBTBE Certification and/or other business growth opportunities, especially those who might have started their business < 3 years ago. If joining the IBA for the first time, folks can join at a lower cost ($250) and after the 1st year they can be bumped up to the full level of $350.

  • Benefits:
  • All benefits of Community Members
  • NGLCC LGBTBE Certification costs waived ($899) for your business
  • Promotion on IBA Social Media platforms
  • Member pricing ticket pricing for 3 people to IBA premier events (Business Leaders Luncheon and Holiday Party)
  • Free access to ConnX for three people (plus their guests) throughout the year
  • Discounted rates for advertising, sponsorship, and event hosting
  • Business development webinars and workshops (e.g., marketing, financial literacy, legal support)
  • Added to “VIP Vendor List” (priority referral to companies looking for LGBTQ+ businesses)
  • Opportunity to participate in Chamber’s “LGBTQ+ Business of the Month” feature
  • Access to mentorship programs for business growth (ex: Channel Partners Events, Capability Statement Workshops)

  • IBA Business Welcome Packet
  • Guide/template for writing a capability statement
  • Member certificate, stickers, digital “IBA Member” for use on website

Partner Business – $750 Join Now

  • Eligibility: This level is intended for mid-sized and large-sized businesses.

  • Benefits:
  • All Small Business Member benefits
  • Opportunity to participate in Chamber’s “LGBTQ+ Business of the Month” OR “Ally Business of the Month” feature on social media, newsletter
  • 2 complimentary tickets to 1 IBA signature event (Business Leaders Luncheon OR Holiday Party)
  • Corporate profile and branding on Chamber website and events
  • Sponsorship opportunities for high-profile events (ERG Summit, Supplier Diversity Day, Business Roundtables)
  • Complimentary sponsorship opportunities for ConnX events
  • 1 free inclusion training for employees
  • Access to corporate networking events with local and national leaders in the LGBTQ+ community
  • Ability to participate in joint advocacy efforts with other corporations and organization
  • Ability to cover the costs of a new member’s fee to join
  • Smaller group events for targeted sub-groups (i.e. real estate members, attorneys, etc

  • IBA Business Welcome Packet
  • Guide/template for writing a capability statement
  • Member certificate, stickers, digital “IBA Member” for use on website

Individual Memberships:

Student – $25/year Join Now

  • Eligibility: age 21+, full-time enrollment in undergraduate or graduate educational program

  • Benefits:
    • Inclusion in member directory
    • Member-level pricing to IBA events 
    • Member-level pricing for one person to premier events (Business Leaders Luncheon and Annual IBA Holiday Party)
    • Free access for one person to all ConnX throughout the year
  • *Note that the NGLCC Certification is not available for free at this level, but instead is available starting at the Small Business Member Level

Retiree- $50/year Join Now

  • Experienced professionals seeking to give back to the community, engage in mentorship, and/or participate in social events
  • *Note that the NGLCC Certification is not available for free at this level, but instead is available starting at the Small Business Member Level

Young Professional – $100/year Join Now

  • Eligibility: A young professional is between the ages of 21 and 35 years old 

  • Benefits:
  • Informal facilitator networking program (matching up young professionals and retirees together)
  • Referral program to bring in other YP to our events
  • Programming with other YP groups and co facilitating events 
  • *Note that the NGLCC Certification is not available for free at this level, but instead is available starting at the Small Business Member Level

Community Member – $250/year Join Now

  • Eligibility: LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, including business owners who do not seek certification, ERG leaders, and others in the business world.

  • Benefits:
    • All benefits of student members 
    • Guest pass: bring a friend to ConnX for free 
    • Access to private LinkedIn group to network with online
    • Access to participate in relevant IBA groups, such as the IBA ERG Network
    • Invitations to regular events, such as the quarterly ERG roundtable discussion
    • Opportunity to host collaborative programing with the IBA
    • Opportunity to be featured in a “New Member Spotlight” 
    • Direct link to your info and/or web page from member directory
    • Opportunities to post jobs and internships on the TransWork Job Bank

  • IBA Welcome Packet
    • Member certificate, stickers, digital “IBA Member” for use on website
  • *Note that the NGLCC Certification is not available for free at this level, but instead is available starting at the Small Business Member Level

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