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Department of Commerce

What we do

The Department of Commerce helps businesses—large and small—thrive in Philadelphia. Philadelphia is the ideal home for your business, offering:

  • A central location along the Northeast corridor.
  • A ready and talented workforce.
  • Competitive office rents and commercial real estate costs.
  • Vibrant commercial districts and growing innovation industries.
  • World-class dining, history, and cultural attractions.

We work to:

  • Attract and grow a diverse set of businesses.
  • Revitalize neighborhood commercial districts throughout the city.
  • Support small businesses and improve their access to funding.
  • Build a strong talent pipeline.
  • Increase economic opportunities for historically underserved business owners.

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Address
1515 Arch St.
12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email business@phila.gov
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Programs

Events

  • Apr
    16
    SCORE- A Basic QuickBook Guide for Small Business Owners
    1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
    Online

    SCORE- A Basic QuickBook Guide for Small Business Owners

    April 16, 2024
    1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, 1 hour
    Online
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    About the event



    Join SCORE, if you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve heard about QuickBooks. That’s because QuickBooks is the most popular accounting software on the market. 

    In this webinar, our expert presenter will walk you through the basic features of QuickBooks and explain how to use it to streamline your financial management. Whether you're new to QuickBooks or looking to enhance your existing skills, this webinar provided practical strategies to manage your business finances with QuickBooks effectively.

    Learning objectives:

    • How to get started with QuickBooks
    • How to track your sales and expenses
    • How to pull reports
    • How to create invoices

    Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording.

    Register Here 

  • Apr
    16
    Conozca a Su Manager De Negocios Del Departmento De Comercio De La Ciudad De Filadelfia
    6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
    MaKen Studios North, 3525 I St, Philadelphia, PA 19134, USA

    Conozca a Su Manager De Negocios Del Departmento De Comercio De La Ciudad De Filadelfia

    April 16, 2024
    6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, 2 hours
    MaKen Studios North, 3525 I St, Philadelphia, PA 19134, USA
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    Como parte de los talleres de PIDC que se ofrecen durante todo el año, llamados Business Builder en Español, esta serie especial cubre una variedad de temas impartidos por expertos Hispanos y Latinos, completamente en Español.

    PROGRAMA

    ¿Necesita ayuda para encontrar recursos para iniciar o crecer su negocio? Un Manager de servicios comerciales de habla hispana está disponible para ayudarle. Los Managers de negocios trabajan dentro de los vecindarios y comunidades de Filadelfia. Están aquí para simplificar el proceso de apertura y operarar su negocio en la ciudad.

    Sobre los Talleres Business Builder en Español

    Como parte de los talleres dfe PIDC que se ofrecen durante todo el año, llamados Business Builder en Español, esta serie especial cubre una variedad de temas impartidos por expertos Hispanos y Latinos, completamente en Español. Cada taller está diseñado para la formación indispensable de empresarios y organizaciones de cualquier industria o sector. Los talleres Business Builder en Español son gratuitos, culturalmente relevantes, y específicamente dirigidos a empresas ya establecidas.

    Regístrese AQUI

  • Apr
    18
    SCORE: Summer Hiring - Compliance Considerations and Tips for Success
    1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
    Online

    SCORE: Summer Hiring - Compliance Considerations and Tips for Success

    April 18, 2024
    1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, 1 hour
    Online
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    About the event



    Experiencing an increase in demand during the summer can be exciting for small business owners, but finding the right hire to meet that demand can be challenging.

    In this webinar, we’ll dive into the fundamentals of hiring a seasonal worker and the strategies you can use to hire the right employee fast while staying compliant with regulations. From posting job listings to on the job training, we'll cover everything you need to know about the hiring process.

    Learning objectives:

    • How and where to put your job postings
    • What new hire paperwork do you need
    • What to consider when determining Wages
    • The different types of employee classification
    • What to consider when training your employee

    Live attendees will receive free business resources and a link to this webinar recording


    Register HERE


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