Providing minority business owners with access to resources and supportive connections at more than 40 events and workshops.
Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week is a national observance that recognizes the outstanding achievements of Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs). The event also honors corporations and financial institutions that support minority business development. MED Week was proclaimed by the U.S president in 1983.
This year’s 38th annual Philadelphia MED Week will equip diverse minority-owned businesses with resources and connections to help them grow. Throughout the week, organizations from across the region will host hybrid networking events, panel discussions, and workshops focused on this year’s theme: Forging the Future: Growing Generational Wealth – “This is How We Do It!”
Business owners are the heartbeat of Philadelphia’s economy. Join us as we forge the future and support minority-owned businesses with equitable capacity-building efforts!
Join the Office of Economic Opportunity to celebrate and network with diverse minority enterprises, advocates and champions as we kick off the 38th annual Philadelphia MED Week! Masks are required.
Join the Diverse Chambers Coalition of Greater Philadelphia for an event where business owners can network with each other and hear the results from the latest commerce-focused survey released by the Diverse Chambers.
Join the Department of Commerce’s Office of Business Services for a panel discussion on how to engage and retain employees in the current workforce climate.
Join Temple University Small Business Development Center for a webinar that will help business owners understand the world of procurement. This session will focus on certifications that can increase access to opportunities, particularly for women and minority-owned businesses.
Stay informed on our department's programming and resources by following @PHLCommerce on social media or by visiting our website.
Get the latest announcements, posts, press releases, and events.
