Philly House @ Art Basel powered by 1Philadelphia & Amplify Philly
Step into Philly House @ Art Basel, where the worlds of art, culture, and technology collide to showcase the spirit of Philadelphia’s innovation. Powered by 1Philadelphia and Amplify Philly, this vibrant gathering celebrates the creators, founders, and cultural leaders who are shaping what’s next in tech and creativity. Through bold conversations, cross-city collaborations, and a spotlight on Philadelphia’s thriving creative economy, Philly House brings together innovators from across the country to explore how art, culture, and technology are driving a new era of possibility.
As the city gears up for a monumental 2026, Philly House is where ideas spark, partnerships form, and the future of creative technology takes shape. If you want to feel the pulse of what’s next, you’ll want to be there.
This event is powered by 1Philadelphia and Amplify Philly with support from our partners at REC Philly, and Black Excellence Society.
Special thanks to our sponsors and partners:
Halloran Philanthropies
City of Philadelphia
Event Schedule
3:30 PM: Doors Open
4:00 PM: Welcome and Opening Remarks
Raheem Manning, Senior Director, Nighttime Economy for the City of Philadelphia (emcee)
Danae Mobley, Executive Director, 1Philadelphia
4:10 - 4:30 PM: Creative Collision: Exploring the Future of Art & Innovation in Philadelphia
As Philadelphia prepares for an exciting slate of cultural moments leading into 2026, the city is experiencing a powerful convergence of creativity, entrepreneurship, and civic investment. Creative Collision brings together leaders shaping this momentum to explore what’s emerging at the intersection of the arts and creative industries—and why Philadelphia is becoming one of the country’s most dynamic hubs for creative talent.
Isaiah Thomas, Philadelphia City Councilmember, Majority Whip
Bill Adair, Executive Director, ArtPhilly
Michelle Freeman, Executive Director, Amplify Philly - moderator
4:30-5:00 PM: Lightning Talk & Interactive Demo - Rashid Zakat in conversation with Dave Silver
5:15-6:00 PM: Innovation Everywhere: The Art of Building America’s Emerging Tech Hubs
At the intersection of creativity, culture, and code, a new generation of cities is rewriting the story of American innovation. From Philadelphia’s community-rooted founders to Miami’s creative energy, emerging tech hubs are proving that ingenuity isn’t confined to the coasts—it’s sparked wherever innovation and ambition collide.
Brian Brackeen, Managing Partner @ Lightship Anchor Fund
Sylvester Mobley, Managing Partner, Plain Sight Capital
Tessa Flippin, Founder and Managing Partner at Capitalize VC, Kauffman Fellow
6:00 - 7:00 PM: Networking Hour co-hosted with Black Excellence Society (bes)
7:00 - 9:00 PM: Closing Party with DJ Diamond Kuts co-hosted with Black Excellence Society (bes)
Event Highlights
Networking Reception: Connect with fellow thought leaders, and community champions who are driving tech-based social change.
Panel Discussion: Gain insights from industry experts as they explore how each city’s unique ecosystem models are catalyzing social impact, creating pathways to opportunity, and building resilient communities. Discover the actionable ways you can bring these best practices to your philanthropic work.
Drinks, Light Bites and Conversation: Engage in meaningful discussions with fellow philanthropists and ecosystem leaders to deepen your understanding of how collaborative investment can elevate tech equity.