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Independence Business Alliance Teams Up with Borgata at Holiday Party

Photos, story by Deja Cromartie

The Independence Business Alliance (IBA)  hosted their annual holiday party to spread the holiday cheer with business owners, professionals, corporate and community partners in Philadelphia’s vibrant LGBT business community. The fully packed Holiday Soiree was held at the beautiful Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel. Guests were dressed in festive attire and enjoyed a delicious selection of hors d’oeuvres, several impressive food stations and double open bars. During the event, the Director of the IBA announced a new partnership with the Borgata Hotel in Atlantic City

The Independence Business Alliance is a membership-based business advocacy organization dedicated to making the Philadelphia region an influential and diverse LGBT business community with an impact on economic development, equal rights and policy issues. The IBA is an official affiliate of the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). This was the perfect event to bring in the holiday cheer. We’re looking forward to the future IBA events and continued success! 

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The beautiful Christmas tree in the main entrance.
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These men provided warm greetings to all guests.
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Attendees had a great time including Philly PR Girl’s Kate Marlys.
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These gentlemen were spreading the holiday cheer.
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Everyone was in the holiday spirit.
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Good times with Where Publisher Laura Burkhart and friends.
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Some of the delicious chicken patty bites.
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Yummy feta cheese.
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More cheese with pairing options.
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Everything was freshly prepared.
The yummy carving station.
The yummy carving station with juicy turkey breast.
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IBA’s Director making the special announcement working with Borgata.
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Everyone had a blast at the holiday soiree.
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Even the photographer smiles for the camera.
More smiling faces.
More smiling faces and lovely ladies.
Guests were fashionably dressed for the season.
Guests were fashionably dressed for the season.
More guests in holiday attire.
Al Dia guests also enjoyed the holiday and the cheese station.
The bartender made some amazing drinks.
This bartender made some amazing drinks.
Author Mark Segal signing his book.
Author Mark Segal signing his book for everyone to take home for the holidays.