The Independence Business Alliance provides connections, opportunities, and resources to LGBTQ+ businesses, professionals, and allies in the Greater Philadelphia tri-state area. In collaboration with our members and partners, we expand economic opportunities, advocate for diverse spaces, and promote inclusive leadership.
The Independence Business Alliance is a membership-based business advocacy organization dedicated to making the Philadelphia region an influential and diverse LGBTQ+ business community with an impact on economic development, equal rights and policy issues. The IBA is an official affiliate of the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC).
Events
Thursday, July 17, 2025
IBA July ConnX: Fairfield Inn Center City/Downtown
Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX, on July 17th at the Fairfield Inn Downtown/Center City from 5:30-7pm. We will be spending the evening in the new restaurant in the hotel: FIA.
July 17, 2025
5:30-7:00pm
Fairfield Inn Downtown/Center City
261 S. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Virtual Webinar- Empowering ERGs: Navigating Today’s Climate for Sustainable Impact
Virtual Webinar: Empowering ERGs: Navigating Today’s Climate for Sustainable Impact
Join us Thursday, July 10th, at 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM, for a webinar that offers a positive and fact-based approach to the evolving landscape for ERGs. Participants will gain clarity on the impact of executive orders (EEO) and administrative actions and debunking common misconceptions that often lead to unnecessary concern. Beyond administrative shifts, the session will address other critical trends impacting ERGs, including budgetary considerations independent of DEI-related executive orders, the rising conversation around unionization, and the crucial well-being of ERG leaders.
This virtual event will equip you with actionable strategies to “re-imagine” your employee groups, fostering sustainable success and impactful engagement regardless of the external climate, thereby strengthening inclusive leadership and community impact within your organization.
July 10, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Zoom *Link will be provided upon registering*
Registration is required!
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
IBA Business Leaders Luncheon 2025
Annual IBA Business Leaders Luncheon
Join us to celebrate the achievements of the LGBTQ+ business community, including the awarding of the PNC Bank LGBTQ+ Business Award. We’ll be combining the event with our Annual Meeting to give you a State of the Organization and a preview of the coming year.
The event provides an outstanding opportunity to place your business in front of decision makers and support the work of Greater Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
11:00am-1:30pm
The Lucy by Cescaphe
231 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
*Registration and networking will take place from 11am-12pm. The program will promptly being at 12pm. Please plan accordingly*
TICKET SALES BEGIN MAY 12th!
Sales will remain open until they are sold out (which we DID sell out last year!!)
Member Pricing: $110
Non-member Pricing: $135
Annual IBA Business Leaders Luncheon
Join us to celebrate the achievements of the LGBTQ+ business community, including the awarding of the PNC Bank LGBTQ+ Business Award. We’ll be combining the event with our Annual Meeting to give you a State of the Organization and a preview of the coming year.
The event provides an outstanding opportunity to place your business in front of decision makers and support the work of Greater Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
11:00am-1:30pm
The Lucy by Cescaphe
231 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
*Registration and networking will take place from 11am-12pm. The program will promptly being at 12pm. Please plan accordingly*
TICKETS ON SALE NOW UNTIL SOLD OUT!
Member Pricing: $110
Non-member Pricing: $135
Programs
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