Great news! Philadelphia business owners, entrepreneurs, and changemakers are invited to the Second Annual Business Summit and Expo! The Department of Commerce’s Mayors Business Action Team invites you to a dynamic three-day summit and expo focused on helping local businesses start, operate and grow in Philadelphia.
Whether you’re building a new business or looking to grow your current one this 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
May 17 – Day 1: Liberty
Explore the entrepreneurial journey through the lens of liberty. Learn how to access capital, validate ideas, and turn your vision into action, by gaining practical pathways to start, sustain, and scale your business. Hear from industry leaders and entrepreneurs as they share real-world experiences, tools, and strategies to help you navigate challenges, unlock opportunities, and achieve meaningful, lasting business growth.
May 18 – Day 2: Leadership
Gain critical insights into leadership strategies that strengthen, empower, and prepare your business for long-term success. Explore how to navigate challenges, lead through change, and leverage technology to enhance decision-making and productivity. Learn the importance of succession planning, smart pricing strategies, and wealth-building approaches that support sustainable growth. Hear from industry leaders on strategies to help you build strong foundations, connect with opportunities, and drive lasting impact for your business and community.
May 19 – Day 3: Local Business
Discover new opportunities to grow through access to capital resources, contracting, and partnerships. Learn how to strengthen your brand through marketing, adopt innovative solutions, and build strong operational foundations. Gain valuable insights from industry leaders who will share tools to help you deepen community connections, make informed business decisions, and drive sustainable growth.
When and where
- Dates: May 17-19, 2026
- Location: Founders’ Hall at LaSalle University, 5698 Wister Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144
- Register: Times vary per date. Register for the Business Summit & Expo.
Questions? Email: Business@phila.gov
Who should attend?
All businesses are welcome! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this summit is designed to support diverse businesses across all sectors of Philadelphia’s economy.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and grow alongside like-minded businesses.
