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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

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Find loans through the Philadelphia Business Lending Network
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Register as a minority, woman, or disabled-owned business
Find location and zoning information
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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: (215) 683-2100
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Programs

Storefront Improvement Program

Helping business and property owners to upgrade their storefronts.
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Business Security Camera Program

Funding for businesses to get surveillance cameras.

Fair Chance Hiring Initiative

Reimbursing local employers who hire individuals returning from incarceration.

PHL Taking Care of Business Clean Corridors Program

Creating employment opportunities for residents while keeping Philadelphia’s neighborhood commercial corridors clean.
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Quality Jobs Program

Investing in businesses that create new jobs with living wages and health insurance benefits for Philadelphia residents.
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Commercial Real Estate Acquisition Loan (CREAL) Program

Funding small businesses to purchase commercial property or real estate.
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Events

Event
Monday, Oct. 7 - Friday, Oct. 11, 2024

Philadelphia Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week 2024

Providing minority business owners with access to resources and support at more than 40 events and workshops.

  • Sep
    25
    Event
    OEO Business Development Series - How to do Business with PHA
    1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    Event

    OEO Business Development Series - How to do Business with PHA

    September 25, 2024
    1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, 2 hours

    The City is providing businesses with the resources, education, and knowledge needed to thrive now and throughout the year. Did you hear the good news? We are expanding capacity-building efforts for businesses with a series of monthly, educational workshops. 

    The goal of each workshop is to share pathways toward generational wealth for minority-, women-, disabled-owned businesses. Join us this year to:

    • Learn about available resources.
    • Explore opportunities to grow with City contracts.
    • Develop a strategy to pursue business proposals.
    • Network with like-minded businesses.

    Register for this workshop.

    Topic:  How to do Business with Philadelphia Housing Authority

    Presenters: David Walsh, Executive VP, Supply Chain, Philadelphia Housing Authority

    This virtual series is from the Department of Commerce, Office of Economic Opportunity. For additional information, please contact Jennifer Wise at Jennifer.Wise@phila.gov

  • Oct
    7
    Event
    Minority Enterprise Development Kick off Breakfast and Awards Ceremony
    8:30 am to 1:00 pm
    National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
    Event

    Minority Enterprise Development Kick off Breakfast and Awards Ceremony

    October 7, 2024
    8:30 am to 1:00 pm, 5 hours
    National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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    Join the Office of Economic Opportunity to celebrate diverse minority enterprises, advocates and champions as we kickoff the 40th annual Philadelphia Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week. 

    Register for this event.

    This event is part of the 40+ event series for the 40th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week organized by the City's Department of Commerce Office of Economic Opportunity.
  • Oct
    7
    Event
    Passing the Tourch: Successful Succession Planning
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm
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    Passing the Tourch: Successful Succession Planning

    October 7, 2024
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 2 hours

    Following the Minority Enterprise Week Breakfast and Awards Ceremony, join the Office of Economic Opportunity for an insightful panel discussion on the importance of succession planning in business ownership. This event will take place at the National Constitution Center on Monday, October 7, 2024, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

    This event's panel will feature John Dawkins, a McDonald’s franchise owner, and his daughter Danielle, who will share their experiences transitioning leadership within their family business. 

    Whether you're currently involved in a family business or considering how to plan for the future, this panel will provide valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the complexities of succession planning.

    Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from those who have successfully paved the way for future generations.

    Register for this event.

    This event is part of the 40+ event series for the 40th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week organized by the City's Department of Commerce Office of Economic Opportunity.


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