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Event
Monday, Oct. 6 - Friday, Oct. 10, 2025

Micro Economic Development (MED) Week

Providing business owners with access to resources and support at more than 40 events and workshops. All businesses are welcome.

Official event information

When

Monday, Oct. 6 - Friday, Oct. 10, 2025

Micro Economic Development (MED) Week honors the exceptional achievements of Philadelphia small, local, and underrepresented business enterprises. The 41st annual Philadelphia MED Week will offer business owners valuable connections and resources to foster their growth. This year’s theme is “In Pursuit of Bold Solutions for Today’s Challenges.”

Events

  • Oct
    8
    Event
    Philly Access: Business Funding Summit
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm
    SEPTA HQ, 1234 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
    Event

    Philly Access: Business Funding Summit

    October 8, 2025
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm, 3 hours
    SEPTA HQ, 1234 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
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    Join the Department of Commerce and SEPTA for a two-day summit designed to equip business owners with the knowledge and tools needed to secure funding from local banks and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs).

    This summit will focus on financing and lending opportunities for businesses. Attendees will be guided through the critical steps and required documentation to successfully apply for funding—empowering them to confidently advocate for their financial needs.

    The summit will include a fireside chat with Donovan West, Director of Mayor’s Business Roundtables & Felicia Wilson, Owner of Amina Hospitality Collection.

    The event will also feature resource tables from financial institutions and local organizations offering business support, including vendor opportunities.

    Click here to register.

    This event is part of the 41st Annual Micro Economic Development Week. 

  • Oct
    8
    Event
    Introduction to Government Contracting
    9:30 am to 11:00 am
    Online
    Event

    Introduction to Government Contracting

    October 8, 2025
    9:30 am to 11:00 am, 2 hours
    Online
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    Are you a small business looking to start government contracting but don’t know where to start? Join PIDC for a virtual webinar, “Introduction to Government Contracting”, presented by the Southeast PA APEX Accelerator. Attendees will learn the rules, regulations, and registration requirements for their business.

    This training offers an overview of what federal government contracting is, what it takes to be a government contractor, the steps your business needs to take to get started, and what no-cost services and continuous support SEPA APEX Accelerator offers to small businesses in all aspects of government contracting. Who should attend: Management and key players who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company.

    Click here to register.

    This event is part of the 41st Annual Micro Economic Development (MED) Week.

  • Oct
    8
    Event
    Penn Local Business Exchange
    10:30 am to 2:30 pm
    Penn Live Arts/Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 3680 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
    Event

    Penn Local Business Exchange

    October 8, 2025
    10:30 am to 2:30 pm, 4 hours
    Penn Live Arts/Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 3680 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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    Join the University of Pennsylvania for The Penn Local Business Exchange which will bring together University buyers and local suppliers. Organizations will showcase their contributions to initiatives and programs that support the growth of local businesses and promote sustainable economic impact. This event begins with networking followed by the Forum, featuring remarks from Penn leadership and local business leaders who will share their own stories and expertise for fostering local business.

    The Expo is an opportunity to meet and learn about local suppliers.

    Click here to register!

    This event is part of the 41st Annual Micro Economic Development (MED) Week.

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Partners

City partners

  • City Council
  • Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson
  • Councilmember Curtis Jones
  • Department of Commerce
  • Department of Licenses and Inspections
  • Free Library of Philadelphia
  • Procurement Department
  • Rebuild Philadelphia
  • Water Department
  • School District of Philadelphia

Chambers of commerce

  • African-American Chamber of Commerce
  • Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia
  • Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
  • Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
  • The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia

Economic development partners

  • The Business Center for Entrepreneurship & Social Enterprise
  • Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
  • Community College of Philadelphia
  • Community First Fund
  • Customers Bank
  • Drexel University
  • Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
  • The Enterprise Center
  • Entrepreneur Works
  • Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
  • Independence Business Alliance
  • MBDA Business Center – Pennsylvania National Black MBA Association
  • North Broad Renaissance
  • Philadelphia Marketplace
  • PIDC
  • PECO
  • Peirce College
  • Philadelphia Gas Works
  • Philadelphia Works
  • SCORE Philadelphia
  • SEPTA
  • Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia
  • Temple University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Urban Affairs Coalition
  • Urban League of Philadelphia
  • The Welcoming Center
  • Women’s Business Development Center
  • Women’s Opportunities Resource Center

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