PIDC BLOG

Partner Spotlight

November 14, 2024

Get to Know the Urban Land Institute Philadelphia—Where the Future is Built

PIDC is proud to have a network of partners working together to ensure Philadelphia continues to attract business investment, development, and job creation by connecting you to resources that can help you reach your goals. One of these partners, the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Philadelphia, is making a big impact across our city. ULI is

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Partner Spotlight

September 24, 2024

Meet Kersy Azocar, Cornerstone of PIDC’s Business Builder Workshops en Español

In October 2021, PIDC introduced Business Builder Workshops en Español, Spanish-language workshops led by Hispanic and Latino(a) professionals. These much needed business support workshops address a wide variety of business challenges faced by Hispanic and Latino(a) business owners. To date, PIDC has held 40+ Business Builder Workshops en Español, and it would not have been

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LGBTQ

June 26, 2024

Get to Know IBA, Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce

The population of LGBTQ+-owned businesses and organizations in the Greater Philadelphia area continues to grow, and resources for businesses and organizations are needed more than ever. PIDC partner Independence Business Alliance (IBA) serves as Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ business resource hub, helping bring to life the dreams and aspirations of entrepreneurs in the LGBTQ+ community.  We asked

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MED Week

October 20, 2023

MED Week 2023 Recap

PIDC joined our partners, including the City of Philadelphia, in hosting several events to celebrate Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week and provide local businesses and entrepreneurs resources to help them start, grow, and expand. Unlocking the Path: A More Equitable Philadelphia The Philadelphia Navy Yard, managed by PIDC, was proud to host Councilmember Katherine Gilmore

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Partner Spotlight

May 30, 2023

Advisory Network for Small Business

PIDC partner Advisory Network for Small Business (ANSB) is a volunteer nonprofit organization that helps new and experienced businesses grow and thrive. ANSB provides a dedicated advisory team including experienced owners, entrepreneurs, and corporate executives with proven expertise in critical business disciplines—human resources, marketing, finance, strategic planning, and operations—who will partner with business owners to

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Partner Spotlight

March 17, 2023

Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce

PIDC partner and business organization Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce (GNPCC) is dedicated to the success of professionals, business members, and the free enterprise system. GNPCC works toward representing the Greater Northeast Philadelphia business community with a single voice that strengthens the engagement among all industries to achieve a common goal – to serve the region

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Partner Spotlight

May 25, 2022

Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia

The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN) is a PIDC partner on a mission to build a just, green, and thriving economy in the Greater Philadelphia region.  SBN accomplishes its mission by supporting a broad base of local, independent businesses and educating policymakers and the public about sustainability.  Since its founding in 2001, SBN

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LGBTQ

March 24, 2022

Independence Business Alliance

PIDC partner, Independence Business Alliance (IBA), provides opportunities, access, and resources to LGBTQ+ professionals and allies in the Greater Philadelphia area. Founded in 2007 and known as the region’s LGBTQ+ chamber, the mission of the Independence Business Alliance is to promote Greater Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ business and leadership communities to enhance financial opportunities, foster diversity, develop

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AAPI

January 24, 2022

Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia

The motto of PIDC partner, Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia (AACCGP) is “making connections that matter.” AACCGP is dedicated to doing just that through its mission of promoting and fostering relationships between Asian American and non-Asian communities; providing technical assistance and educational services for the start-up and growth of Asian American businesses;

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Black-Owned

April 22, 2021

African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, & DE

Formed in 1993, the African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, and DE (AACC) is a membership organization that serves businesses in the public, private, and independent sector that are committed to supporting the economic empowerment and growth of African American businesses located in Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Northern Delaware. It’s primary goal

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MED Week

October 29, 2019

Minority Enterprise Development Week Highlights

Presented by the City of Philadelphia, Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week highlights minority businesses and resources to help them grow. Throughout the second week of October, organizations from across the region hosted events focused on this year’s theme, “Moving the Needle.” To kick off MED Week festivities, PIDC served as one of many vendors at

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MED Week

October 26, 2018

MINORITY ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT WEEK WRAP-UP

Presented by the City of Philadelphia, Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week highlights minority businesses and resources to help them grow. Throughout the first week of October, organizations from across the region hosted events focused on this year’s theme, Elevating Equity. A week before MED Week festivities kicked off, PIDC served as one of many vendors

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MED Week

October 16, 2015

PIDC CELEBRATES MINORITY BUSINESSES

PIDC was excited to participate in the 31st Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week sponsored by the City of Philadelphia. Philadelphia’s MED Week was full activities and workshops to celebrate minority businesses.  This years’ theme was PHL Center Stage “Building a Legacy of Opportunity”.  The week included a host of networking events and panel discussions

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MED Week

September 11, 2014

CELEBRATING MINORITY BUSINESSES

PIDC is excited to participate in the 30th Anniversary of Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week sponsored by the City of Philadelphia. Philadelphia’s MED Week is full activities and workshops to celebrate minority businesses. It runs from Sunday, September 28- Saturday, October 4, 2014 and kicks off with a networking reception hosted by The Black Professionals

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