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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.

Connect

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

Events

  • Jan
    29
    L&I eCLIPSE Q&A Session
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
    Online

    L&I eCLIPSE Q&A Session

    January 29, 2025
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, 1 hour
    Online
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    L&I will host a 60-minute open Q&A session to address specific permit application questions for users with some experience using eCLIPSE.

    This session will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Please register if you are interested in attending this session.

  • Jan
    30
    Coffee and Commerce: Is Your Pricing Right?
    9:30 am to 12:00 pm
    Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149, USA

    Coffee and Commerce: Is Your Pricing Right?

    January 30, 2025
    9:30 am to 12:00 pm, 3 hours
    Northeast Regional Library, 2228 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149, USA
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    Join the Department of Commerce, for our Coffee and Commerce event series! These events are designed to empower the growth of businesses with resources, knowledge and connections. 

    During this Coffee and Commerce event, attendees will enjoy an engaging and informative session on mastering the art of pricing your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your existing pricing strategy, this event will provide you with practical insights and tools to ensure your pricing reflects the true value of your products or services while remaining competitive in the market.

    Register for this event.


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