Presented by ILEA Greater Philadelphia & MPI Philadelphia Area Chapters

Wednesday, November 26, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

What’s Brewing?

Get ready to kick off your morning with insight, opportunities, and industry connections!  Join us as we dive into how the Philadelphia hospitality community can play a pivotal role in three major events coming to our region in 2026—all within days of each other: The FIFA World Cup, The MLB All-Star Game, America250.

Meet Your Hosts & Experts - Guiding us through the conversation are our co-hosts:

• Mackenzie Kunkle, Director of Programs & Education - ILEA Greater Philadelphia
• Danielle McCauley, CMP, President - MPI Philadelphia Area Chapter

They’ll lead engaging segments and panels featuring top industry voices, including:

• Jennifer Nagle, PHLCVB
• Joshua Grimes, Esq., Grimes Law Offices, LLC
• Scott Mirkin, ESM Productions
• Thomas Whelan, Access DMC

Special Reports
Our event partners are also going to share their latest services and event trends that you can incorporate for your next event. You'll hear from:

• Access DMC
• Catering By Design
• Open Aire Affairs
• The Zeo Group

Location & Perks
Join us live at ONE North Broad for coffee, conversation, and breakfast by Catering by Design. Then walk over with fellow attendees to the PHLCVB Annual Luncheon at the PA Convention Center—hospitality friends guaranteed! 

*Please note that tickets to the Annual Luncheon are sold separately by the PHLCVB.