Philly business owners! You are not alone in your journey.
The City is ready to assist you and help you operate successfully. Do you have a business idea? Are you an entrepreneur in Philadelphia looking to start and operate your business? Are you currently operating a business and need financing? Are you experiencing challenges with navigating City regulations?
Free business support available
The Mayor’s Business Action Team (MBAT) in the Department of Commerce provides personalized assistance in multiple languages to business owners for all aspects of doing business in Philadelphia.
Business Services Managers are City liaisons providing entrepreneurs access to information through in-person outreach and customized virtual services. Contact us by emailing business@phila.gov or calling 215-683-2100.
MBAT business services managers can assist with questions, such as:
- What is the process of registering my business in Philadelphia?
- How can I improve my business financial planning to pay taxes in full?
- What funding is available to help grow and improve my business?
- I am ready to take my business to the next level, where can I find a free mentor?
- I am searching for a commercial space. How do I check if a property will meet the zoning needs for my business?
We are the front door to government assistance for businesses helping build an equitable economy that supports the talents, needs and dreams of residents across Philadelphia.
Helping businesses navigate City regulations
Great news! The Business Navigators Unit, within the Mayor’s Business Action Team, are specialists to help individual businesses resolve complex challenges in navigating City regulations, including licenses and permits. Call us today for assistance.
The Parker Administration is dedicated to helping businesses save time and money, while improving access to services and operating at the speed of business. Together – as One Philly, a United City – we are working diligently to enhance a thriving economy that benefits all people who live, work, and do business in Philadelphia.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker signed the PHL Open for Business Executive Order 10-2024 outlining the Parker Administration’s commitment to creating a business-friendly government that removes regulatory burdens, delivers efficient customer-service experiences, accelerates approval timelines and further streamlines City permit and licensing processes.
