Business Training, Coaching & Technical Assistance Services
All services are provided for FREE through primary support from The Philadelphia Commerce Department.
For you to benefit from these services free of charge you must complete the application below.
Navigating CHANGE On Your Business Journey
All applicants are required to attend this initial 90-minute virtual orientation which will help you decide which training
is best suited for you as a starting point. The presentation is an introduction to basic change concepts and strategies.
helping you understand what you need to consider to effectively navigate transitions and take the next step in your business journey. You will receive a registration link upon submitting your application.
LA21 Programs
Check out the programs that LA21 offers below. Once you have completed the application above, you will be contacted about enrolling into the program appropriate for the current stage of your business.
PHL Start-up Program
A guided process based on change methodology that meets you where you are and supports you to develop the knowledge, skills, mindset and support to confidently move forward, empowering you to create fulfilling and financially rewarding opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Desire to change your situation through self-
employment/business and not sure how to go
about it. - Able to show-upon and do the work
presented.
Scale Up Your Business Program
A 12 Week Virtual Class that provides quality business training, coaching and technical assistance to enable participants to scale up their businesses.
Qualifications
- Clear ability to state the need for your service or product, your ideal client and how to acquire
them. - Made enough sales to cover costs and prove
customer demand. - Can be part-time for now but want to make it a
full-time endeavor. - May have completed legal registration requirements or will commit to doing so as part of their Action Plan.
- Can commit to attending weekly classes and 2-4
hours per week for outside of class work.
Technical Assistance Program (LA21-TAP)
Connect with experts to get assistance in specific areas of business ownership and management. Specialists will work with you on a limited basis to help you with:
- Business Review: Business Model
- Professional services (Legal, Accounting, Marketing, e-Commerce, Web Development, Tax, Finances. etc.)
LA-ERIC Center
A business hub, meeting/event space and educational center for entrepreneurs in West Philadelphia.
Alumni Services
Are you an LA21 Business Education Program Alumnus? Check out our Alumni Resources page to stay connected and get the ongoing support and resources you need to help your business thrive.