Philadelphia business owners, entrepreneurs, and changemakers!

The Mayor’s Office of Muslim Engagement and the Department of Commerce‘s Mayor’s Business Action Team invite you to a dynamic three-day summit and expo focused on advancing entrepreneurship, empowerment, and equity for businesses across Philadelphia.

Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or a business leader, this three-day summit is for you designed to offer practical tools, direct access to City resources, and a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders. Join us!

Summit schedule

July 18 – Day 1: City Engagement and Resource Access
Discover how to navigate City services and tap into essential business resources. Learn about permitting, licensing, safety programs, and small business incentives. Hear directly from City officials who will provide tools to boost your business compliance and growth through public-sector engagement.

July 19 – Day 2: Financial Growth and Empowerment
Gain critical financial insight from lenders, advisors, and institutions. Sessions will cover credit readiness, capital access, building generational wealth, and cooperative economics. Walk away with actionable strategies to strengthen your financial position and scale your business.

July 20 – Day 3: Innovation, Leadership and Empowerment
Explore what’s next in business leadership and innovation. Day 3 will spotlight visionary entrepreneurs and thought leaders discussing digital growth, leadership development, and how to empower the next generation through business ownership and civic engagement.

When and where

  • Dates: July 18 – 20, 2025.

  • Location: Temple University Howard Gittis Student Center, 1755 North 13th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122

  • Register: Dates vary per date. Register now by clicking here.

Questions? Email: muslim.engage@phila.gov

Featured speakers

The featured speakers for the Business Summit and Expo include:

  • Senator Sharif Street

  • Councilmember Nina Ahmad

  • Commissioner Omar Sabir

  • Quaiser D. Abdullah, Ph.D., Director, Mayor’s Office of Muslim Engagement

  • Salim Wilson, Deputy Commerce Director, Office of Business Success

  • Leslie Acosta, Manager, Outreach and Engagement, Department of Commerce

  • Donavan West, Director, Mayor’s Business Roundtables

  • Atif Bostic, President & CEO, Uplift Solutions

  • Camille Simpkins, Senior Business Service Manager, PIDC

  • Khori Hooks, Financial Advisor, Ameriprise

  • Adris Abdul-Zahir, Chief Support Services Officer, Office of Innovation & Technology

  • Khadijah Robinson, CEO, AQUA Waterproof Headwear

  • Maleda Berhane, Principal & CEO, AR Spruce

  • Ryan Boyer, Business Manager, Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council

  • …and many more business leaders, consultants, and advocates!

Who should attend?

All businesses are welcome! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this summit is designed to support diverse entrepreneurs across all sectors of Philadelphia’s economy.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and grow alongside like-minded businesses!

Join us and register today