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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
Additional Note
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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
DirectorPhiladelphia 2026
7:20 PM EST
Tuesday, February 25
Keynote Remarks by Timothy DeFoor, Pennsylvania Auditor General
10 minutes

Timothy DeFoor
Auditor GeneralCommonwealth of Pennsylvania
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
City Representative and Director of Special EventsCity of Philadelphia
7:40 PM EST
Tuesday, February 25
Underwriter

Sponsor Remarks by Chad Dion Lassiter, PA Human Relations Commission
5 minutes

Chad Dion Lassiter
Executive DirectorPA Human Relations Commission

7:50 PM EST
Tuesday, February 25
8:30 PM EST
Tuesday, February 25