The Independence Business Alliance provides opportunities, access and resources to LGBTQ+ professionals and allies in the Greater Philadelphia area. We promote economic development, growth, diversity and leadership in our region.

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, September 17, 2024

IBA September ConnX

Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX! Our September ConnX will be taking place at Riverwinds Restaurant in South Jersey!
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! 

September 17, 2024
5:30pm-7:00pm
Riverwinds Restaurant
1075 Riverwinds Dr.
West Deptford, NJ 08086

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Virtual Lunch and Learn: Wellness Kickstarter

IBA Virtual Lunch and Learn: Wellness Kickstarter

“Balancing Wellness in Your Personal and Professional Life” with Silver Fox Nutrition

Join us for our lunch and learn workshop for LGBTQ business professionals. Discover practical nutrition and wellness strategies to enhance your personal and professional life.

In this workshop you will gain:
-Understanding in the importance of wellness

-Practical nutrition tips

-Ways to integrate wellness into your busy lifestyle.

September 11, 2024
1:00pm-2:00pm
On Zoom, register to receive Zoom link!

Thursday, August 29, 2024

IBA August ConnX

Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX! Our August ConnX will be taking place at Fairfield Philadelphia Downtown/Center City and Libertine Restaurant. 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! 

August 29, 2024
5:30-7:00pm
Fairfield Philadelphia Downtown/Center City, at the Libertine Restaurant

261 S. 13th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107

August ConnX: Fairfield Inn and Libertine Restaurant

Join the IBA for our monthly networking event, ConnX! Our August ConnX will be taking place at Fairfield Philadelphia Downtown/Center City and Libertine Restaurant.

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! 

August 29, 2024

5:30-7:00pm

Fairfield Philadelphia Downtown/Center City, at the Libertine Restaurant

261 S. 13th St

Philadelphia, PA 19107

Register Today! about August ConnX: Fairfield Inn and Libertine Restaurant

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