DESTINATION PLANNING GUIDE 19 PHL DIVERSITY PHL Diversity leads the charge in diversity and inclusion efforts and connects meeting and convention planners with the region’s diverse business community to ensure successful events. The division also works closely with the City of Philadelphia’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, along with partners on how to attract diverse conventions to Philadelphia. PHL Diversity aims to promote Philadelphia as the world’s premiere destination that welcomes and embraces all meetings and conventions, and where you come to build what’s next through education, innovation, and customer service. PHL SPORTS For 30 years, PHL Sports has brought major sporting events and conventions to Philadelphia. Home to nine professional sports teams, nearly 100 collegiate institutions and countless additional sports organizations, Philadelphia is a hub for premier sporting events. Many of the city’s sports stadiums, arenas, and venues can also be used to host your event. PHL Sports can assist with hotel and venue procurement, as well as event management and preparation. Once your event is booked, our team will also work with you for destination support with welcome programs, city branding opportunities, and local government relations. The Philadelphia Stadium District, located in South Philadelphia, includes three world-class venues with a combined capacity of over 132,000 seats and 22,000 parking spaces. These venues host approximately 380 events, 8 million visitors and 5.5 million vehicle trips each year. PHL Sports has the experience, connections and access to meet the needs of any sporting event. Contact Larry Needle Executive Director of PHL Sports 215-636-3479 [email protected] For more information, visit PHLsports.com. Contact Sheila Alexander-Reid Executive Director of PHL Diversity 215-636-4433 [email protected] For more information, visit PHLDiversity.com.
