People You Should Know: Philadelphia's Food Economy at the Kimmel Center

Description

Philadelphia’s food Industry includes an internationally respected dining scene, historic markets and purveyors, national retail brands and a large number of cross- sector businesses. From the port, to processing and production, and hospitality to retail, this sector generates millions of dollars in revenue and provides employment for hundreds of thousands of Philadelphians. Join us to meet some of the city’s food scene influencers and learn about the economic impact of our food economy from People You Should Know.

Thursday, December 11, 2025
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - Hamilton Garden 
300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Panelist:
Annie Allman, CEO and General Manager, Reading Terminal Market Corporation 
David Edwards, Managing Director US, Rhubarb Hospitality Collection 
Michael Klein, Food & Dining Reporter, The Philadelphia Inquirer
Kevin Tedesco, General Manager, Citizens Bank Park - Home of the Philadelphia Phillies, ARAMARK
Jill Weber, Founder/Owner, Sojourn Philly (Jet Wine Bar, Café Ynez, Rex at the Royal, Sor Ynez)
Moderated by Christie Ileto, Anchor, 6abc Action News 

Also Featuring Gregg Caren, President and CEO, Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau

People You Should Know, designed to inspire discourse and authentic connections, offers attendees the opportunity to meet diverse, impactful leaders – the change makers and thought leaders who inspire other leaders and professionals and make our exciting city truly great.

$40 for Members and Partners, $70 for Guests
Event includes panel discussion, time for Q&A, networking and light refreshments.
Space is limited. Reservations and pre-payment are required.

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Sustaining Support for Center City Business Association has been provided by Maven and Urban Affairs Coalition.