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
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
IBA Holiday Party 2025
Our most anticipated event, the IBA Holiday Party is back, and this year we’ll be celebrating at The Downtown Club by Cescaphe, on December 16, 2025.
Join us for merriment, networking, a 3-hour open bar, and a Cescaphe assortment for dinner at The Downtown Club by Cescaphe at 600 Chestnut St. in Philadelphia on Tuesday, December 16th from 5:30 – 9:00 pm for one last big gathering to wrap up the year. Dress code is cocktail fabulous.
Ticket sales will go on sale SOON!
Sponsorship Opportunities are available and must be secured by December 2nd. Please reach out to iba@thinkiba.com for more information and to secure your sponsorship package now!
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
IBA November ConnX: Location 215
Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX! Our November ConnX will be taking place at IBA Member Business: Location 215! Location 215 is a Photo Studio and Event Venue space, with tons of natural light and the flexibility to morph your vision into a stunning reality.
Please join us from 5:30pm-7:00pm on November 19, 2025. We are excited to have a few sponsors for this event:
Savory snacks and mocktail sponsored by: Hart of Catering (IBA Member and LGBTBE Certified Business)
Food and water sponsored by: Location 215 (IBA Member)
Sweet Treats sponsored by: Darnel’s Cakes
All are welcome to this FREE event! Whether you’ve been attending IBA events regularly, haven’t been in a while, or are brand new to the IBA, we’d love to have you join us. Meet local business owners, employees, and other community stakeholders.
Please register prior to event so we can have an accurate head count!
November 19, 2025
5:30pm-7:00pm
Location 215
990 Spring Garden St. 1st Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
October ConnX: Chosen Tweed in Media
Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX! Our October ConnX will be taking place at IBA Member Business: Chosen Tweed! Chosen Tweed is a home and gift store in Media. Please join us from 5:30pm-7:00pm on October 14, 2025. You will have the opportunity to chat with the ower, Josh Young, watch and participate in a demonstration and even shop the store!
All are welcome to this FREE event! Whether you’ve been attending IBA events regularly, haven’t been in a while, or are brand new to the IBA, we’d love to have you join us. Meet local business owners, employees, and other community stakeholders.
Please register prior to event so we can have an accurate head count!
October 14, 2025
5:30pm-7:00pm
Chosen Tweed
112 W. State Street
Media, PA 19063
November ConnX: Location 215
Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX! Our November ConnX will be taking place at IBA Member Business: Location 215! Location 215 is a Photo Studio and Event Venue space, with tons of natural light and the flexibility to morph your vision into a stunning reality.
Please join us from 5:30pm-7:00pm on November 19, 2025. We are excited to have a few sponsors for this event:
Savory snacks and mocktail sponsored by: Hart of Catering (IBA Member and LGBTBE Certified Business)
Food and water sponsored by: Location 215 (IBA Member)
Sweet Treats sponsored by: Darnel’s Cakes
All are welcome to this FREE event! Whether you’ve been attending IBA events regularly, haven’t been in a while, or are brand new to the IBA, we’d love to have you join us. Meet local business owners, employees, and other community stakeholders.
Please register prior to event so we can have an accurate head count!
November 19, 2025
5:30pm-7:00pm
Location 215
990 Spring Garden St., 1st Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Register Here about November ConnX: Location 215Programs