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Department of Commerce

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.

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Address
1515 Arch St.
12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email business@phila.gov
Phone
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Programs

Events

  • Jul
    9
    Power Up Your Business Information Session
    2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    virtual

    Power Up Your Business Information Session

    July 9, 2026
    2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, 1 hour
    virtual
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    Join PIDC and Community College of Philadelphia as they host a series of information sessions to answer your questions about Power Up Your Business. The program brings entrepreneurs and business owners together to learn from one another while providing the education and training to help you adapt to challenges and run your business efficiently. Participants will learn from experienced entrepreneurs through a peer-based learning model.

    Click here to register with PIDC
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  • Jul
    16
    SBA Launchpad: Resources + Q&A
    11:00 am to 11:45 am
    Online

    SBA Launchpad: Resources + Q&A

    July 16, 2026
    11:00 am to 11:45 am, 45 minutes
    Online
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    Join WBEC East for a webinar to drive your business's potential through the Small Business Administration's (SBA) array of programs and services!

    Click here to register with WBEC East
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  • Jul
    16
    Monthly Innovation eXchange
    4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
    3675 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

    Monthly Innovation eXchange

    July 16, 2026
    4:30 pm to 6:30 pm, 2 hours
    3675 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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    This monthly networking event series connects innovators, scientists, students, entrepreneurs, and community members. With space, food, drink, and structure provided, the host, uCity Square, invites you to bring your club of like-minded enthusiasts to network in its space. Each month uCity Square will host a speaker and a theme so your group can expand your connections and knowledge.

    Click here to register with uCity Square
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