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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
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Business Resource Finder

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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

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    Happy Hour Breakfast at Industrious
    8:30 am to 9:30 am
    901 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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    Happy Hour Breakfast at Industrious

    June 3, 2026
    8:30 am to 9:30 am, 1 hour
    901 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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    Center City Business Association as you start your morning with coffee, light breakfast, and easy networking in one of Center City’s most vibrant coworking spaces. This monthly series is built to spark connections among members, partners, and guests in a relaxed, community‑focused environment.

    Register

    Fee: $30 Members & Partners, $45 Guests


  • Jun
    3
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    Understanding Finance for Nonprofits
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
    Virtual
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    Understanding Finance for Nonprofits

    June 3, 2026
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, 2 hours
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    June 3, June 10, and June 17 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. 

    This three‑part evening course hosted by The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University provides nonprofit professionals with a broad understanding of financial management. Participants will learn how to interpret financial data, assess organizational practices, and make informed decisions that advance their mission. Participants are required to attend all three sessions.

    Register

    Fee: $165 for Members, $195 for Non-Members

  • Jun
    10
    Event
    Women Changing the City
    8:00 am to 10:00 am
    World Affairs Council Of Philadelphia, 1617 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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    Women Changing the City

    June 10, 2026
    8:00 am to 10:00 am, 2 hours
    World Affairs Council Of Philadelphia, 1617 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19103
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    Join Center City Business Association members and friends for a moderated conversation with a dynamic panel as they discuss business and share personal stories that motivate, influence and create positive change. Hear how their experience, knowledge and drive have enabled productivity and success - how they as leaders are helping to change business in Philadelphia.

    Panelists:
    • Susan C. Aldridge, PhD, President, Thomas Jefferson University
    • Grace Francisco, Developer Strategy Executive, m2i    
    • Lisa Hughes, Publisher and CEO, The Philadelphia Inquirer
    • Maggy Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer, Athena Global Advisors
    • Moderated by Lauren Swartz, President & CEO, World Affairs Council of Philadelphia

    $45 for Members, $55 for Partners, $75 for Guests
    Click here to register
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