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Department of Commerce

Making Philadelphia a business-friendly city where companies choose to start, stay, and grow.

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Department of Commerce

Services

Meet your area’s business services manager
Find loans through the Philadelphia Business Lending Network
Do business with the City
Find location and zoning information
Pay your business taxes
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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.

Connect

Address
1515 Arch St.
12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email business@phila.gov
Phone
Phone: (215) 683-2100
Social
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Business Resource Finder

Looking for guidance or support?

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Programs

Bird's-eye view of the Navy Yard in Philadelphia

PHL PRIME

Providing efficient intergovernmental coordination for high-impact economic development projects.

The Catalyst Fund

Fueling the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs in Philadelphia.

Storefront Improvement Program

Helping business and property owners to upgrade their storefronts.
Man on a ladder installing a security camera.

Business Security Camera Program

Funding for businesses to get surveillance cameras.

Taking Care of Business Program

Creating employment opportunities for residents while keeping Philadelphia’s neighborhood commercial corridors clean.
A woman working at her small business.

Quality Jobs Program

Investing in businesses that create new jobs with living wages and health insurance benefits for Philadelphia residents.
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Events

  • May
    6
    Event
    Lunch with the City's Leaders: Pedro Ramos
    11:45 am to 1:30 pm
    Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia 1620 Chancellor Street Philadelphia, PA 19103
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    Lunch with the City's Leaders: Pedro Ramos

    May 6, 2026
    11:45 am to 1:30 pm, 2 hours
    Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia 1620 Chancellor Street Philadelphia, PA 19103
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    May 6, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 

    Come together with fellow members and guests of the Center City Business Association to engage directly with Philadelphia’s civic, cultural, political, and business leaders. This ongoing series highlights respected voices who champion responsibility and growth across the region. Each gathering provides a chance to build connections, share perspectives, and be part of the dialogue shaping Philadelphia’s future.

    Click here to register

    Fee: $65 for members and $85 for guests

  • May
    6
    Event
    Celebrate Small Business Month with Comcast Business
    5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Comcast Technology Center, 1800 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
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    Celebrate Small Business Month with Comcast Business

    May 6, 2026
    5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 2 hours
    Comcast Technology Center, 1800 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
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    In honor of Small Business Month, Comcast Business is pleased to invite you to a networking and panel discussion event designed specifically for small business owners to hear how they can find practical uses for artificial intelligence in day-to-day tasks. Network with fellow small business owners, chamber and community members, and Comcast Business leaders. There will be refreshments served and attendee giveaways! Space is limited. Please RSVP to confirm your attendance.

    Click here to register
  • May
    7
    Event
    UCD and Visit Philly: Destination Optimization Program
    9:00 am to 11:00 am
    University City District, The Skills Initiative, 22 South 40th Street
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    UCD and Visit Philly: Destination Optimization Program

    May 7, 2026
    9:00 am to 11:00 am, 2 hours
    University City District, The Skills Initiative, 22 South 40th Street
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    University City District is proud to partner with Visit Philadelphia to offer a FREE Destination Optimization Workshop to help businesses prepare for the summer of 2026 and beyond! Presented by Visit Philly and the Miles Partnership, the Destination Optimization Program includes a free two-hour in-person workshop for local businesses to learn how to enhance their digital presence, improve photos and videos to stand out online, and effectively manage customer reviews. This free two-hour workshop (in person or virtual) includes:
    • A personalized online presence assessment
    • Simple, effective marketing tips, and
    • Free tools, including a customizable Google review stand.

    Register here
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