Every month, Center City Business Association conducts a number of events including educational seminars, panel discussions, town meeting-style forums, and social gatherings. We feature speakers who are experts in their fields, and always leave time for networking. Events are held at a variety of city venues, so you'll meet new people, see new places, and gain valuable information and insight.

Women Changing the City at Eastern State Penitentiary
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) (EDT)
Description
Philadelphia business women are changing the city. Hear their personal stories of leadership, challenges and triumphs.
Join Center City Business Association members and friends for a moderated discussion as we learn from our dynamic panel how their experience, knowledge and drive have enabled productivity and success - how they as leaders create and inspire change in people, projects, business and our city.
Women Changing the City is a series of significant events where accomplished women from the business community reveal the inner strength, vision and imagination that leads to motivation, influence and positive change. Events include time for Q&A and plenty of networking.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Eastern State Penitentiary
2027 Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 191303
Panelists: to be announced
Moderated by
$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.
Sponsored by:
Hosted by:
In 1787, a group of notable Philadelphians set forth a revolutionary vision to reimagine our young nation’s justice system as one rooted in fairness and dignity rather than punishment and retribution. In 1829, Eastern State opened, becoming America’s first penitentiary. From then until 1971, Eastern State Penitentiary saw more than 85,000 people pass through its gates.
Today, its story continues. From the site of America’s first penitentiary, Eastern State forges connections with people across the country and around the world, convening important conversations that deepen our collective understanding of the justice system in America. As a national leader in justice education, Eastern State builds awareness of the past, illuminates the present, and inspires action for a more just future. Visit easternstate.org
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Sustaining Support for Center City Business Association has been provided by Maven and Urban Affairs Coalition.
2027 Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19130 United States
Women Changing the City