Name: When Philly Wins: Turning Big Moments into Cultural Momentum
Start: 2026-04-20T11:50:00-0400
End: 2026-04-20T12:45:00-0400

When Philly Wins: Turning Big Moments into Cultural Momentum

Monday April 20, 2026 11:50am - 12:45pm EDT

Villanova Room

Philadelphia doesn’t just host moments—it owns them. From Rocky Day and the Wanamaker Light Show to global events and the road to 2026, the city knows how to turn tradition, sports, and cultural milestones into something bigger.

In this intimate conversation, we will explore how these moments come to life through content, collaboration, and creators. Learn how to spot the moments that matter, amplify them in real time, and turn local pride into lasting impact—because when Philly shows up, the world pays attention.

Speakers

Kimberly Ahrens

Senior Manager, Social Media, Philadelphia Union

Eric Cortes

Senior Director of Social, Visit Philadelphia

Eric Cortes is Visit Philadelphia’s Senior Director of Social Media, overseeing the strategic development, implementation and day-to-day management of all social media activities with a focus on organic and paid social marketing. Cortes’ role has been at the forefront of influencer... Read More →

Elissa Hill

Signature 57

Elissa Hill is associate vice president at Signature 57, a Philadelphia-based strategic communications firm, where she has supported Philadelphia Soccer 2026 for more than three years.

With a career rooted in strategic communications and public engagement, Elissa leads initiatives that connect major civic moments with the communities they serve. In her work supporting Philadelphia Soccer 2026—the city’s host committee for the FIFA World Cup 26™—she focuses... Read More →

Monday April 20, 2026 11:50am - 12:45pm EDT
Villanova Room 480 N Gulph Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406, USA

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Philadelphia Hospitality Symposium

Kimberly Ahrens

Eric Cortes

Elissa Hill

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Philadelphia Hospitality Symposium

Kimberly Ahrens

Eric Cortes

Elissa Hill

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