Join us for a virtual conversation between Raheem Manning, Night Time Economy Director, and Angela Val, President & CEO of Visit Philadelphia. Learn how Raheem will lead public engagement efforts to develop a plan and advocate for policies that support the City’s aspiration to attract and retain companies within its night-time economy. Manning will speak about the new role, implemented through a recommendation from the Arts and Culture Task Force, and how he plans to make Philadelphia a 24-hour tourist destination that is safe and inclusive.
The City Hall Connectors series seeks to improve Philadelphia’s business atmosphere and promote inclusive growth by offering exclusive engagement opportunities for members with the City’s elected and administrative officials. Attendees have a chance to hear from, interact, and build relationships with these important decision makers, as well as offer input on how Philadelphia can further enhance its economic climate.
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 Raheem Manning to Maria Flores at mflores@chamberphl.com.
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Night Time Economy Director, City of Philadelphia
Raheem Manning is the founding CEO of The Weekender Experiences. Under appointment by City Council, Raheem is the Co-Chair of the Philadelphia Arts and Culture Task Force. Raheem recently made history by becoming Philadelphia's First Director of Night Time Economy and Business Development, tasked with creating and overseeing a strategic governance plan for how the city looks, feels, and operates after 5 pm. Raheem sits on four executive and non-profit boards in Philadelphia.
President and CEO, VISIT PHILADELPHIA
As president and CEO of VISIT PHILADELPHIA®, Angela Val is charged with building Greater Philadelphia’s image, driving visitation and boosting the economy through day and overnight leisure visitation. Val brings more than two decades of destination-marketing experience to her role, which she assumed in June 2022. In 2021, Val led Ready. Set. Philly!, initiating the yearlong collaboration with the City and the Chamber to reopen and reinvigorate the city’s economy following the COVID-19 pandemic.
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