4/30 Small Business Expo
The Asian American Small Business Expo is a resource-driven event designed to strengthen economic opportunity and support the growth of small businesses across Pennsylvania and Philadelphia.
This Expo brings together state agencies, city departments, lenders, and technical assistance providers to provide direct access to capital, compliance guidance, tax education, contracting pathways, and legal resources. Our goal is simple: connect entrepreneurs with the tools and people they need to operate successfully and grow sustainably.
Whether you are launching your first business, expanding operations, applying for financing, or navigating regulatory requirements, this event offers practical guidance from trusted public and private sector partners.
Who Should Attend
- Small business owners
- Entrepreneurs and startups
- Immigrant-owned and minority-owned businesses
- Independent contractors
- Private sector professionals
- Anyone interested in starting or scaling a business in Pennsylvania
What to Expect
- Educational panels featuring state and city agencies
- Lectures from subject matter experts
- Information on capital and lending programs
- Guidance on licensing, taxes, and compliance
- Resources for government contracting
- Access to free or low-cost technical and legal assistance
- Networking opportunities with fellow business owners and officials
Potential topics include:
- Business Compliance and Licensing in Pennsylvania and Philadelphia
- Accessing Capital: Loans, Lenders, and Getting Bank Ready
- Navigating Business Taxes in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania
- Winning Government Contracts and COSTARS Opportunities
- Small Diverse Business Certification and Set-Aside Programs
- New Annual Report Requirements for Pennsylvania Businesses
- Permits, Zoning, and Working with City Agencies
- Free Legal Help for Small Businesses
- Know Your Rights as a Business Owner
Participating Organizations Include (list will continue to be updated regularly):
- Asian American Chamber of Commerce
- Office of State Representative Ben Waxman
- Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
- Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation
- Small Business Development Center
- Pennsylvania Department of Revenue
- Pennsylvania Department of General Services
- Pennsylvania Department of State
- Philadelphia Department of Revenue
- Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
- Mayor’s Business Action Team
- Asian Bank
- Philly VIP
Additional state and city partners
This Expo is designed to create real pathways to growth by bridging small businesses with public resources, financial institutions, and support systems that drive long-term success.
Space may be limited. Register early to secure your spot.
