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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
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Announcements

Join the 39th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week

Great news! The 39th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week in Philadelphia will be offering more than 40 workshops and events to help businesses grow, while celebrating their outstanding achievements. Join us and register online here

Programs

Events

  • Oct
    3
    What Business Owners Need to Know: Keystone Saves and Wealth Planning
    11:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Online

    What Business Owners Need to Know: Keystone Saves and Wealth Planning

    October 3, 2023
    11:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1 hour
    Online
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    Join the Asian American Chamber for a session where business owners will learn the critical information on PA Keystone Save Program Act.577, understand the business retirement plan that best fits their business, and understand and prepare for successful wealth planning that matters.


    Register for this event.


    This workshop is part of the 40+ event series for the 39th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week organized by the City's Department of Commerce Office of Economic Opportunity. 
  • Oct
    3
    SBA Programs and Services
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
    Online

    SBA Programs and Services

    October 3, 2023
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, 1 hour
    Online
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    Join Robert Goza for an overview of programs and services available from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

    Register for this event.

    This workshop is part of the 40+ event series for the 39th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week organized by the City's Department of Commerce Office of Economic Opportunity.
  • Oct
    3
    Most Diverse Tech Hub Pitch Competition
    12:30 pm to 5:00 pm
    4548 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139, USA

    Most Diverse Tech Hub Pitch Competition

    October 3, 2023
    12:30 pm to 5:00 pm, 5 hours
    4548 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139, USA
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    Join the Enterprise Center for the Most Diverse Tech Hub Pitch Competition, an exciting opportunity for minority tech startups in Philadelphia to showcase their innovative tech solutions.

    As technology and innovation continue to progress at an unprecedented pace, The Enterprise Center's commitment lies in cultivating a technology talent pool in Philadelphia that is both equitable and representative of our diverse population. This initiative is funded by the Department of Commerce Most Diverse Tech Hub.

    Register for this event.

    This event is part of the 40+ event series for the 39th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week organized by the City's Department of Commerce Office of Economic Opportunity.

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