William Penn Award Gala


Thursday, April 20, 2023
5:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Join the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia in honoring

Brian L. Roberts
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Comcast Corporation 

Cocktail Reception 5:30 PM
Award Presentation 6:30 PM
Dinner & Reception 7:30 PM

Attire is business cocktail.

THE WILLIAM PENN AWARD
The Award is bestowed annually upon an outstanding business person in Greater Philadelphia. Recipients are selected for their significant contributions to the business and civic advancement of the region, their professional accomplishments, their leadership experience, and their commitment to volunteer efforts.

CONTRIBUTIONS
If you are unable to attend, but would like to support the event, contribution options are available. If you would like to contribute an amount that isn't listed, please contact Maria Flores at mflores@chamberphl.comContributions to 501(c)(6) organizations are not deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes. Donations may be deducted as a business expense if they are “ordinary and necessary” in the conduct of the taxpayer’s business.


THANK YOU TO OUR CO-CHAIRS
Madeline Bell, President & CEO, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Gregory E. Deavens, President & CEO, Independence Health Group
M. Elizabeth Magill, President, University of Pennsylvania

THANK YOU TO OUR VICE CHAIRS
Accenture, LLP
AmeriHealth Caritas
AmerisourceBergen
Binswanger
Bittenbender Construction, LP
Brian Communications
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Citizens
CME Benefits Consulting
Comcast NBCUniversal
Comcast Spectacor
Community College of Philadelphia
Cozen O'Connor
Day & Zimmermann
Diversified Search Group
Drexel University
Essential Utilities, Inc.
Five Below Inc.
Fulton Bank
Gattuso Development Partners
Hilco Redevelopment Partners
Independence Blue Cross
Jacobson Strategic Communications & Jacobson Strategic Health
Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
KPMG LLP
The Leader’s Edge/Leaders By Design
MACRO, A Savills Company
Morgan Lewis
Neubauer Family Foundation
NovaCare Rehabilitation
PECO
Penn Medicine
Pennoni
Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau
Philadelphia Foundation
Philadelphia Phillies
PNC
PwC
Saul Ewing LLP
Stradley Ronon
TD Bank
Temple University
Tierney
Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
Truist
University City Science Center
University of Pennsylvania
Urban Affairs Coalition
Villanova University
Visit Philadelphia
Wawa
Wayne Avenue Enterprises
WSFS Bank

THANK YOU TO OUR BENEFACTORS
Comcast Spectacor
Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Soccer 2026

This Event is Sold Out


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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.


QUESTIONS?

Contact Emily C. Martin at emartin@chamberphl.com


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