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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
    6
    A Survival Guide: A Legal Defense for Today’s Climate
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm
    National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

    A Survival Guide: A Legal Defense for Today’s Climate

    October 6, 2025
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 2 hours
    National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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    Following the MED Week Kickoff Breakfast, join the Office of Economic Opportunity for an insightful panel discussion on “A Survival Guide for Jim Crow” 2.0”. The session will provide an in-depth overview of past challenges, the current climate and strategies that serve as the foundation for this survival guide. T

    Click here to register.

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

  • Oct
    6
    From Idea to Impact: Non-Profit Growth Workshop
    12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    556 N 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA

    From Idea to Impact: Non-Profit Growth Workshop

    October 6, 2025
    12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, 3 hours
    556 N 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
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    Join Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. and partners hosting a Non-Profit Resource Fair at the Community College of Philadelphia on Monday, October 6, 2025. This event is designed to strengthen and support Philadelphia’s nonprofit community by connecting organizations with the resources, guidance, and partnerships they need to grow and sustain their work.

    Attendees will have access to resource tables, workshops, and networking opportunities, all focused on funding, compliance, organizational growth, and city/state resources.

    Click here to register.

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

  • Oct
    6
    Work for Yourself Virtual Workshop
    1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
    Online

    Work for Yourself Virtual Workshop

    October 6, 2025
    1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, 2 hours
    Online
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    Join The Business Center for a Work for Yourself virtual workshop. Click here to register.

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

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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