Economic Development & Entrepreneurial Support
A sampling:
Alliance for Women Entrepreneurs
A group of current and aspiring leaders of, and investors in high-growth companies.
Chester County Economic Development Corporation
A private, non-profit economic development organization that has been nurturing economic growth in Chester County and the surrounding region for more than 40 years.
Delaware Technology Park
The next evolution of Delaware’s science-based growth.
Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center
An economic development organization dedicated to helping manufacturers in the Philadelphia region compete and grow.
EEB Hub
An Energy-Regional Innovation Cluster (E-RIC) with a unique dual mission of improving energy efficiency in buildings—literally re-energizing them for the future—and promoting regional economic growth and job creation.
Entrepreneur’s Forum of Greater Philadelphia
An organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial activity among early stage companies and entrepreneurs in the Delaware Valley.
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
An organization dedicated to promoting growth and economic development, advocating for sound public policy, and serving members with outstanding programs and benefits.
The Hacktory
The organization promotes the use of technology in the arts.
Independents Hall
A community of freelancers, independents, work-from-home people, who have an interest in getting out of their dull work day and participating in a community that’s designed to support and encourage people who make a living doing what they love.
MakePhilly
An organization that provides a casual forum for creative individuals in the Philly area to meet, exchange ideas, learn and build things together.
Montgomery County Industrial Development Corporation
A source of information for the residents, businesses, and potential future citizens of Montgomery County.
The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship
A foundation providing entrepreneurship education programs to young people from low income communities. >>NFTE Entrepreneurship Uncovered Video
New Jersey Technology Council
An organization providing business support, networking opportunities, information, advocacy and recognition of technology companies and their leaders.
New Jersey Commission on Science and Technology
An organization responsible for the development and oversight of policies and programs promoting science, technology research and entrepreneurship in New Jersey.
PACT
An organization creating a strategic Hub for the region’s emerging growth companies in the information technology, clean technology, and life sciences industries, manifesting in a competitive edge for the Greater Philadelphia region.
Pennsylvania BIO
A catalyst to ensure Pennsylvania is a global leader in the biosciences by developing a cohesive community that unites the region’s biotechnology, pharmaceutical, research, and financial strengths.
Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation
A private, not-for-profit Pennsylvania corporation founded to promote economic development throughout Philadelphia.
Philly Startup Leaders
An organization that unites isolated entrepreneurs into a network of ambitious leaders who inspire, energize, and empower each other.
Regional Affinity Incubation Network (RAIN)
RAIN is a regional network of 40+ research parks, business incubators and support organizations with the goal of sharing information, capabilities and opportunities.
Select Greater Philadelphia
An organization focusing on building the economy of our region by attracting and retaining businesses.
Technology Forum of Delaware
A not-for-profit association that provides a dynamic environment for identifying business opportunities and building profitable relationships with key leaders in high technology businesses throughout the region.
University City Science Center
A company that accelerates technology commercialization, regional economic development, and the market availability of life-enhancing scientific breakthroughs by bringing together innovations, scientists, entrepreneurs, funding, laboratory facilities, and business services.
World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia
The World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia (WTCGP) serves as a powerful source of international business support for the region.













