Philadelphia Department of Commerce

The Department of Commerce is the economic catalyst for the City of Philadelphia helping all businesses thrive. Commerce helps businesses thrive and increases economic opportunity for all. We help drive inclusive economic growth by investing in businesses, commercial areas and local organizations citywide. Commerce also builds workforce development strategies that connect talent to growth industries and to jobs that pay family-sustaining wages. 

The Mayor’s Business Action Team (MBAT) in the Department of Commerce is a concierge service providing personalized assistance in multiple languages to entrepreneurs 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.