2026 NBMBAA Philadelphia PDS - The Art of the Pivot: Redefining Success
About this Event
2026 Philadelphia Chapter of NBMBAA Professional Development Symposium (PDS)
Join us for the 2026 Philadelphia Chapter of NBMBAA Professional Development Symposium (PDS)!
This in-person multi-day event is your opportunity to connect with professionals, gain valuable insights, and enhance your career. Our theme this year is The Art of the Pivot: Redefining Success.
To kickstart the symposium off, we will be hosting a Networking Mixer on Friday, August 14, 2026, at LVL - 510 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130.
Then, join us for the actual Symposium on Saturday, Aug 15, 2026, that will be held at Citizens Bank Park - 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148 . Don't miss out on this exciting event where you can learn from industry experts and network with like-minded individuals.
At the PDS, you'll have access to our local corporate and collegiate partners who will be ready to connect with you! Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, this event offers something for everyone.
- Meet & Greet with corporate and collegiate partners at Networking Mixer & Reception.
- Attend the Career Fair at Citizens Bank Park.
- Enjoy a Luncheon with Keynote Speaker, Leah Murphy, CEO of Career GEMS.
First 10 members to register for the Symposium on August 15th will receive a tour of Citizens Bank Park.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to expand your professional network, gain new perspectives, and unlock your potential. Don't wait any longer, register now for the 2026 NBMBAA Philadelphia Chapter Professional Development Symposium (PDS)!
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Leah Murphy is a certified professional coach, sought after speaker and author located in Philadelphia, PA. Leah is the President of Career Gems for the Journey®️ a boutique consultancy focused on supporting professionals to build thriving careers through strategy and calculated risk taking.
Leah is the co-host of the Career Gems for the Journey®️ Podcast, featuring authentic stories of career wins and lessons, Gems that listeners can apply to their own careers from her years of coaching experience.
Leah was named to the Philadelphia Business Journal and Al Dia News Media 40 under 40 she was also named an Emerging Woman Leader by the Forum for Executive Women in 2021. She has spent 15 years in Fortune 500 companies honing her skills as a thought leader and coach while molding the careers of people in academia, nonprofit leadership, and corporate America. She believes that intentional actions that invest in people first and process second will lead to exceptional outcomes. Leah is a natural connector who applies a combination of empathy, passion, and authenticity to everything she does.
Agenda
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
PDS Networking Mixer & Reception - August 14, 2026
Info: Location @ LVL - 510 Broad Street - Philadelphia, PA 19130;
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Career Fair - August 15, 2026
Info: Location @ Citizens Bank Park - 1 Citizens Bank Way - Philadelphia, PA 19148;
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Luncheon & Keynote Speaker - August 15, 2026
Info: Location @ Citizens Bank Park - 1 Citizens Bank Way - Philadelphia, PA 19148;
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
PDS Workshops - August 15, 2026
Info: Location @ Citizens Bank Park - 1 Citizens Bank Way - Philadelphia, PA 19148
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 15.00 to USD 39.19
