06/17/2026
Congratulations to GPHCC Board Member, Edward Garcia, and the team at Queen & Rook Game Cafe for being voted "Best Place to Play Bar Games" in The Philadelphia Inquirer's Philly's Favorites!
Queen & Rook has created a one-of-a-kind destination where great food, drinks, and tabletop games bring people together. This recognition is a testament to Edward's leadership and the team's commitment to building community through memorable experiences.
We're proud to have leaders like Edward helping shape the future of GPHCC while making a lasting impact across the Greater Philadelphia region. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! đ
đ˛ Looking for your next game night? Stop by Queen & Rook Game Cafe and experience one of Philly's favorite spots for yourself.
06/08/2026
GPHCC Member Spotlight | The Philadelphia Inquirer's "Philly's Favorites"
We're proud to celebrate Silvia Lucci of LUHV Foods, a valued GPHCC member, for earning đĽ Gold for Best Vegan Dining in The Philadelphia Inquirer's "Philly's Favorites"!
This recognition reflects Silvia's passion for creating delicious plant-based cuisine while making a lasting impact on our region's vibrant food community. At the GPHCC, we're honored to support businesses that are raising the bar, growing our local economy, and representing Hispanic-owned businesses with excellence. Congratulations to Silvia & the entire LUHV Foods team on this incredible achievement!
If you haven't experienced LUHV Foods yet, now's the perfect time to see why Philly voted them a Vegan favorite.
https://bit.ly/49JlsTQ
06/05/2026
Weâre excited to spotlight our Pitch Competition finalists at the Ăxito Conference!
These entrepreneurs are bringing bold ideas, innovation, and passion to the stage as they compete for the top prize:
đš Julian Ramos â Owner/Founder of Oblea Fusion
đš Nick Malhomme â Owner/Founder of DXYourWay
đš Deyssi Cuba â Owner/Founder of Delco Balloons
đš Esther Castillo â Owner/Founder of AccessoCare
This is your last chance to register and be part of an incredible day of learning, networking, & inspiration. Join us to cheer them on, support local entrepreneurs, and witness the next generation of business leaders take the spotlight! https://bit.ly/4vWs6zf
06/04/2026
Growth shouldnât feel like chaos.
Join Xavier Lopez-Mas, PMPÂŽ at the Ăxito Conference for From Chaos to Scale: Master the Art of Growth with AI-Driven Project Management, a session designed for businesses in the expansion stage. As your business grows, so do the challenges of managing people, projects, and processes. Learn practical project management strategies and AI-powered tools that can help streamline operations, improve ex*****on, and create a stronger foundation for growth.
Stop working for your business and start leading it to the next level. Secure your seat today: https://bit.ly/4vWs6zf
05/27/2026
The Dine Latino Food & Culture Passport is your all-access pass to explore Phillyâs amazing Latino-owned restaurants, bakeries, cafes, markets, and cultural spots this summer! đđ´
Starting June 1st, explore the Greater Philadelphia area and:
đ Check in at participating locations
đ Earn prizes + rewards
đ Complete challenges all summer long
đ˛ Available on the Letâs Rallie app + web
Register your business or submit your events: https://bit.ly/4wDvD5U
Support local. Explore more. Get rewarded.
05/19/2026
It was an incredible day today connecting with Philadelphiaâs small business community at the 2nd Annual Business Summit & Expo hosted by the Philadelphia Department of Commerce.
From catching up with current GPHCC members to meeting so many inspiring entrepreneurs and business owners, today was a reminder of the power of community, collaboration, and opportunity. đźđ¤
As we gear up for a busy summer in Philadelphia filled with major events and tourism, now is the perfect time to help spotlight our local businesses. Be sure to sign up â or refer a business owner you know â for the new Dine Latino Food & Culture Passport so we can continue driving visibility, foot traffic, and new customers to the incredible small businesses that make our communities thrive. â¨
05/18/2026
Early-stage entrepreneurs â this session is for you.
Join us at the Ăxito Conference for an interactive Business Model Innovation Workshop featuring Lenin Agudo, Director of the Widener University SBDC.
This hands-on session will help you refine your business model, strengthen your value proposition, and explore revenue strategies designed to support long-term growth. Using the Business Model Canvas and real-world business insights, attendees will walk away with practical tools they can apply immediately. Whether youâre launching, pivoting, or scaling, this workshop is built to help move your business forward.
Secure your seat today: https://bit.ly/4vWs6zf
05/12/2026
The business landscape is changing â are you ready to compete?
Join us at the EXITO Conference on June 10 at CYTO PHL for an impactful plenary session: Competing for Contracts in a Changing Environment. Hear from industry and city leaders as they discuss how Philadelphia is evolving its procurement process and creating new pathways, programs, and opportunities for small business owners to succeed.
Featuring:
-Nadir Jones
-Gabriella Paez
-Tia Maverick
-Gabriela Santoferraro
If youâre looking to grow your business, secure contracts, and stay ahead in todayâs market, this is a conversation you donât want to miss. Secure your seat today: https://bit.ly/4vWs6zf