IBA and PNC Bank Partnership Wins Brotherly Love/Sisterly Affection Award from PBJ
The IBA and PNC Bank partnership has helped several local small LGBT businesses with its Annual PNC Bank LGBT Small Business Award. Now that partnership has received recognition from the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the recipients of the inaugural Brotherly Love Sisterly Affection Awards. In being honored, the IBA and PNC Bank will…
IBA Announces Borgata as New Corporate Partner
The IBA used the annual Holiday Party to announce that Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa have joined as Corporate Partners of the organization. Joe Lupo, Senior Vice President of Operations for Atlantic City’s market-leading casino-resort , was on hand to make the announcement. In addition to being one of the country’s top destinations–Borgata Hotel Casino…
IBA Seeks Proposal for Logo Design and Style Guide Development
The Independence Business Alliance (IBA) is accepting proposals to design the organization’s logo and develop the brand/style guide. IBA is seeking the creation of a new logo / visual identity that captures the values and mission of the organization and is distinctive and memorable. IBA’s membership and work encompasses LGBT initiatives and communities across Greater…
2016 DNC: Commitment to Diversity and Opportunity
As the 2016 Democratic Convention draws nearer, the DNC Host Committee has been putting on events, webinars, and town halls to engage the Philadelphia business community in their efforts. While many of the opportunities for local vendors are yet to be announced, the DNC Host Committee is laying the foundation for a successful convention by…
Meet Zach Wilcha, IBA’s first Executive Director
The IBA’s continued growth in both size and impact has allowed us to bring on Zachary Wilcha as the organization’s first ever Executive Director. In his new role, Wilcha will be responsible for leading and guiding the Chamber through its next phase of growth. “The IBA has already made powerful progress in the economic advancements…
Philadelphia 2016 Democratic National Convention Host Committee Seeks LGBT Vendors
The Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention is seeking the participation of Certified LGBT-Owned businesses for the 2016 Democratic National Convention. For more information on how you can become a Certified LGBT-Owned business through the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), please click here. IBA Members at Business Level and…
The PBJ 2015 LGBT Awards: Top LGBT Business Advocates
The Philadelphia Business Journal is seeking nominations for the 2015 LGBT Awards: Top LGBT Business Advocates. They are looking for those individuals that act as a community advocate for local LGBT communities and businesses. Honorees do not have to be members of the LGBT community in order to be selected. Selected finalists/winners will be publicly…
IBA Receives $15,000 Matching Grant from the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund for Student Scholarship Fund
The Independence Business Alliance is pleased to announce its scholarship partner, The Delaware Valley Legacy Fund, has contributed $15,000 towards a matching grant, to create an endowment for its scholarship fund. The scholarship is awarded annually to a local, LGBTQA undergraduate student currently enrolled in a business-related discipline. The 2015 Scholarship of $2,500 was awarded…
IBA Celebrates the LGBT Business Community at Sold Out Event!
Over 225 members & guests attended this year’s Business Leaders Luncheon.
2015 PNC Bank LGBT Business Award Winner Announced
First woman-owned business wins $10,000 cash grant!
IBA WiBs Commemorate Women’s History Month
A unique conversation with some Women Leaders of Philadelphia.