Center City Business Association

Center City Business Association GROW YOUR BUSINESS
We inspire the economic vitality, reputation, & strength of Center City Phila.

CCBA is a non-profit, Philadelphia based, member supported, chamber of commerce founded in 1978.

🌟 Member Spotlight:  Chris Young. From management consulting to building a successful Philadelphia construction company,...
10/05/2026

🌟 Member Spotlight: Chris Young. From management consulting to building a successful Philadelphia construction company, Chris has always been passionate about growth, relationships, and building something from the ground up.

In 2017, Chris co-founded Camfred Construction, named after his sons Cameron and Fred. Today, the company has grown into a trusted local firm with more than $100 million in active annual project value, serving clients across healthcare, education, and community spaces.

Outside of work, Chris gives back as a Board Member and Head Coach with Philadelphia Dragons Youth Sports Association, helping young athletes build confidence, character, and community.

A few things you may not know about Chris:
⛷️ Favorite destination: Zermatt, Switzerland
🍝 Go-to meal: Chicken Parm
👟 First job: Selling sneakers

Learn more about Chris - read the full Member of the Month spotlight. https://tinyurl.com/s9u7hmar

Center City Business Association would like to thank these new and returning businesses and organizations for their supp...
10/02/2026

Center City Business Association would like to thank these new and returning businesses and organizations for their support, and commitment to our mission and the Center City business community.

Are you ready to join them?

https://www.centercitybusiness.org/join-now

Women Changing the City returns. ✨ Hear powerful personal stories from leaders who are shaping Philadelphia’s business c...
09/30/2026

Women Changing the City returns. ✨

Hear powerful personal stories from leaders who are shaping Philadelphia’s business community—how ambition, influence, and experience drive real impact. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion, audience Q&A, and plenty of time to connect with fellow professionals.

📅 Tuesday, October 27
📍 Independence Blue Cross - 1901 Market Street

Panelists:
Kelly Frank, President & General Manager, CBS Philadelphia
Ashley Lunkenheimer, Co-founder, Philadelphia Sisters
Alycia A. Marshall, Ph.D., President, Community College of Philadelphia
Rachel Zimmerman, Founding Executive Director, InLiquid Art + Design
Moderated by Heather Major, President, Independence Blue Cross Foundation

Connect with fellow professionals, gain valuable insight, and be inspired by the women helping shape Philadelphia’s future.

Register now! https://tinyurl.com/6mvw6m8e

Sponsored by Maven Advisers, McKonly & Asbury, Philadelphia Business Journal, Rivers Casino Philadelphia and TD Bank.

Partnering Organizations:
NAWBO Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Ad Club
Women’s Business Enterprise Center, East
Women's Opportunities Resource Center

Great events are built on great partners.The 2026 Celebration of Impact is presented with Fulton Bank, whose commitment ...
09/29/2026

Great events are built on great partners.

The 2026 Celebration of Impact is presented with Fulton Bank, whose commitment to Philadelphia’s communities reflects the leadership and dedication we are honoring.

We’re grateful to Fulton Bank for supporting this special event which honors Kathryn Ott Lovell for her lasting impact on Center City and the region.

Join us October 15.
https://tinyurl.com/yr995mmn

Presented with Fulton Bank at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, sponsored by Encore and Independence Blue Cross.

🏙️ Access & Insights into the Powers that Shape our CityJoin us for Lunch with the City’s Leaders featuring John Fry, Pr...
09/23/2026

🏙️ Access & Insights into the Powers that Shape our City

Join us for Lunch with the City’s Leaders featuring John Fry, President of Temple University.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with members and friends and add your voice to the conversation!

📅 Thursday, October 8
🕛 11:45 AM
📍Fitler Club

📌 Save your spot today!
https://tinyurl.com/yzye5c4e

Sponsored by: Provident Bank and
CBIZ, Center City Film & Video, Comcast Business, Independence Blue Cross , ITDATA, Jefferson Health, KYW Newsradio, Mile6, Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP, PIDC, Philadelphia Business Journal, Visit Philadelphia

Check out these photos from last week’s Meet the Developers event. And be sure to check out our upcoming schedule here h...
09/22/2026

Check out these photos from last week’s Meet the Developers event. And be sure to check out our upcoming schedule here https://my.centercitybusiness.org/eventscalendar

📸 Images by Kalee Marshall. https://www.centercitybusiness.org/photos2026

Thanks to host Fitler Club, and our sponsors, partners, and all who attended!

Panelists:
Vaughan Buckley, Chief Executive Officer, Volumetric Building Companies
Gina Lavery, M.C.P., President & Principal, Econsult Solutions, Inc.
Anthony Maher, Partner and President, University Place Associates
Lou Rodriguez, President, Rodriguez
Maria Sourbeer, Executive Vice President, Mosaic Development Partners JV
Moderated by Lauren Gilchrist, Executive Vice President and Market Leader of the Greater Philadelphia Region, Newmark

Sponsored by:
CBIZ, Domus Inc, Firstrust Bank, Philadelphia Business Journal, Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia.

Partnering Organizations:
Associated Builders and Contractors Eastern Pennsylvania
Building Industry Association of Philadelphia
The Development Workshop
The Electrical Association of Philadelphia
Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
Temple University Real Estate Institute

Who said Happy Hour has to be AFTER work?🏁 Start your morning in the fast lane! ☕🏎️ at our Happy Hour Breakfast at F1 Ar...
09/17/2026

Who said Happy Hour has to be AFTER work?

🏁 Start your morning in the fast lane! ☕🏎️ at our Happy Hour Breakfast at F1 Arcade Philadelphia!

Shift your networking into high gear and fuel up with coffee and light bites while you mix, mingle, and maybe even take a lap on the cutting-edge F1® simulators.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 8:30 – 9:30 AM
📍 F1 Arcade Philadelphia

Don't miss this chance to grow your network before the workday begins. Register today!
https://tinyurl.com/38sbh7va

Happy Hour Breakfast is sponsored by Fulton Bank, Citrin Cooperman, Total Technology Resources, BoomCloud Consulting, LLC, and Synergy Advisory.

Let’s Get the Ball Rolling! 🎳Ready to make some new connections? CCBA’s Emerging Business Leaders is kicking off its ina...
09/14/2026

Let’s Get the Ball Rolling! 🎳

Ready to make some new connections? CCBA’s Emerging Business Leaders is kicking off its inaugural event at North Bowl!

Meet the people behind the committee, expand your network, and enjoy an evening of bowling and striking conversation.

📅 Wednesday, September 23
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 North Bowl | 909 N 2nd Street

Register here https://tinyurl.com/kuu7ekzc

Address

1515 Market Street, Suite 1200
Philadelphia, PA
19102

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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