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On February 25, 2025, City & State PA will gather Pennsylvania’s most influential Black leaders for an evening of recognition, inspiration, and networking. Join us to celebrate those driving progress in government, business, and beyond. The evening will feature keynote remarks from Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy DeFoor, a welcome from Michael Newmuis, Director of Philadelphia 2026, and the presentation of awards honoring trailblazing leaders making an impact across the state.

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Date
February 25, 2025
Time
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location

Marriott Old City

One Dock Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Agenda

Times are subject to change.

6:30 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

7:15 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

Welcome by Emcee Michael Newmuis, Director, Philadelphia 2026

5 minutes
Michael Newmuis
Michael Newmuis
Director
Philadelphia 2026
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7:20 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

Keynote Remarks by Timothy DeFoor, Pennsylvania Auditor General

10 minutes
Timothy DeFoor
Timothy DeFoor
Auditor General
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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7:30 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

Keynote Remarks by Jazelle Jones, City Representative and Director of Special Events, City of Philadelphia

10 minutes
Jazelle Jones
Jazelle Jones
City Representative and Director of Special Events
City of Philadelphia
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7:40 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

Underwriter

PA Human Relations Commission

Sponsor Remarks by Chad Dion Lassiter, PA Human Relations Commission

5 minutes
Chad Dion Lassiter
Chad Dion Lassiter
Executive Director
PA Human Relations Commission
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PA Human Relations Commission
7:50 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

8:30 PM EST Tuesday, February 25

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