As Greater Philadelphia combats a recovering economy, the City and business community must work together to create an environment conducive to business success and job growth. Doing business with the City of Philadelphia can be an overwhelming task, with a labyrinth of applications, relationships, and red tape. To encourage an inclusive recovery, steps must be taken to ease the burden placed on local businesses and advance a regulatory environment that is increasingly favorable to the lawful establishment and operation of local businesses.
This virtual gathering brings together City Council and business community leaders to discuss the steps the City can take to make it easier to operate and do business in Philadelphia.
This event is exclusive to Chamber members. Once your registration is received, we will share a calendar invitation with Zoom information the day before the meeting. Submit your questions for our speakers to Maria Flores at mflores@chamberphl.com.
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This Event is Closed
President and Chief Executive Officer, African-American Chamber of Commerce
Regina A. Hairston is a solutions-oriented and resourceful strategist who employs a creative approach to transforming visions into results. Highlights of Regina’s work include serving as a key member of a Philadelphia social impact taskforce, where she advised corporate and government stakeholders on economic development strategies, mobilized community resources, facilitated synergistic local partnerships, and tracked deliverables.
Deputy Commerce Director, Entrepreneurship & Economic Opportunity, City of Philadelphia
Iola Harper joined the City in 2016, and in her role she oversees the Office of Economic Opportunity. The office works to increase involvement of minority, women, and disabled-owned enterprises on City contracts. Previously, Iola served as the executive vice president of The Enterprise Center. She has been recognized as a national small business advocate by the Small Business Administration and as one of “Philadelphia’s Most Influential Women” by the NAACP.
Incoming Chairman, Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
With years of corporate experience and local business interests, Torres recently joined Impact Services’ leadership team as Director of Operations and Strategic Initiatives. In this role, Nestor supports the nonprofit’s mission of mobilizing people and resources to create thriving communities, while providing oversight, management, and integration of leading new initiatives, including the organization’s awarded Rebuild projects.
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Accessibility:
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia strives to create an inclusive and equitable environment for all.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in order to fully participate in this event, please contact us
here at least three business days in advance of the event. You will be contacted by someone from our staff to discuss your specific needs.
Attendee Policy:
Chamber programs/events are privately sponsored events with a structured format. No demonstrations or other disruptions will be tolerated. Violation of this policy may result in the attendee's removal from the premises or virtual program/event without refund, in addition to possible legal remedies.
Anti-Harassment Policy:
Chamber is committed to providing a harassment-free and inclusive experience for everyone at our events, and all events hosted in The Chamber’s facilities. We will not tolerate harassment of participants or Chamber staff in any form. Participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or removed from the event at the discretion of the event organizers.
Health & Safety Policy:
The Chamber will take precautions to ensure the health & safety of our guests, abiding guidelines set by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) along with state and local laws. By attending, guests assume the risk related to possible exposure. Those who are sick, suspect they have or had COVID, should not attend.
Program Link:
For virtual programs, links are sent to pre-registered guests 24 hours prior to program/event via an Outlook calendar invitation.
Photo Policy:
Your registration constitutes permission to use photos, audio, and video recording taken of you at the event for promotional purposes in connection with the Chamber and its Councils.
Registration/Cancellation Policy:
Pre-registration is necessary and payment is required upon registration. Walk-ins are not guaranteed entrance. No refunds will be given one week prior to program/event. Substitutions may be made with at least 24-hour notice.
Ticket/Seating Policy:
Tickets are held at the door under company name. Reserved seating for tables purchases only.
