Description

Philadelphia’s startup ecosystem ranks within the top 25 globally and the top 15 nationally.  This represents a value of over 90 billion dollars, significantly higher than the global average of 29.4 billion.  The strongest start up sectors includes life sciences, AI, technology, robotics, and financial services. 

Our city has the perfect blend of talent, entrepreneurship, location, competitive cost of living, and a collaborative business ecosystem for attracting and fostering successful startups. 

What does this mean for your business? Join us for this special opportunity to hear from leaders immersed in Philadelphia’s impressive technology-based hub of economic development.

Meet the People You Should Know.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

LIFT Labs
Comcast Technology Center
1800 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Panelists:
Charlie Andersen, CEO, BURRO
Sylvester Mobley, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Plain Sight Capital
Scott Nissenbaum, President, CEO, and member of the Board of Directors, Ben Franklin Technology Partners
Laura Plunkett, Vice President, Startup Engagement, Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs 
Tiffanie Stanard, CEO & Founder, Stimulus, Inc. 

Moderated by Jen Devor, VP, Business Development & Operations, PACT 

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, $50 for 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.
All guests must show valid identification to enter.

Sponsored by:

Host:

Partnering Organizations:
Philadelphia Alliance for Capital & Technologies

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