Ed Grose, Executive Director of the Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association, gives his insight on the state of lodging in Philadelphia and gives the scoop on his favorite places in the city.

Creating Change Conference: Hear from attendees at Creating Change, the first major LGBT conference hosted in Philadelphia. We spoke with conference organizers and LGBT leaders about diversity, the work of Creating Change, their thoughts on what sets Philadelphia apart as a great host city for LGBT conventions and more.

Nellie Fitzpatrick, Director of the Mayor's Office of LGBT Affairs for the City of Philadelphia talks about LGBT advocacy in Philadelphia and the City’s support of LGBT meetings and conventions.

William Wilson, Synterra Partners and John Kroll, Keating Hospitality – chairs of PHL Diversity - discuss the state of diverse and multicultural meetings in Philadelphia.

John McNichol, President & CEO of the Pennsylvania Convention Center, discusses where the Pennsylvania Convention Center is today, as well as the role diversity plays in the operation of the facility.

Julie Coker Graham, President & CEO, Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau by PHL Diversity / Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau

Honorable Blondell Reynold-Brown, Councilwoman Philadelphia City Council: Long-time political champion talks about, Philadelphia, children/youth, the arts/culture, small business

Jay Shah, Chief Executive Officer Hersha Hospitality Trust: Nationally respected hospitality leader shares his thoughts about Philadelphia and national hotel development

Malcolm Lazin, Founder and Executive Director Equality Forum: Former federal prosecutor and long-time LGBT advocate provides insights regarding national and international LGBT civil rights issues

Narasimha Shenoy, President/CEO Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia: International seasoned business executive explains economics of Asian business