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The IBA Has Moved Locations!

The IBA has moved! We’re excited to announce that we are now located in the Industrious Workspace, a co-working office space in Center City Philadelphia. While all other information – phone number and email addresses – remain the same. Please update your records to show that our new address is: Independence Business Alliance Industrious Workplace…

IBA in Search of Candidates to Fill Administrative Assistant Position!

The Independence Business Alliance (IBA), the Greater Philadelphia Region’s LGBT Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce that a search is underway for a full-time, highly motivated Administrative Assistant to support the IBA’s Executive Director and the work of the volunteer Board of Directors in moving the IBA’s mission forward. Description:  Full-Time Administrative Assistant to the Executive…

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 In Search of Candidates to Fill New Executive Director Position!

The Independence Business Alliance (IBA), the Greater Philadelphia Region’s LGBT Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce that a search is underway for a full-time highly motivated and dynamic Executive Director. This newly created position is an exciting opportunity for an independent, resourceful and experienced professional to facilitate the continued growth and development of our…

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…