Entrepreneurship
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Free SCORE Workshops in September Open for Entrepreneurs
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is offering the following free SCORE workshops and webinars in September. Driving Traffic to Your Website: Tips, Tricks and Strategies This free webinar Sept. 27, 10 to 11 a.m., will show you how to pro-actively market your website to get people to visit. “Build it and they will come,” was…
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Haverford Middle School Teacher Teams Up With Shark Tank Winner to Create Distracted Driving App
A technology teacher at Haverford Middle School has partnered with a former “Shark Tank” winner to create an app that will help prevent distracted driving, writes Terri Akman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Nate Wagner and Ryan Frankel designed This App Saves Lives (TASL). It launches Nov. 12. Using the distracted driving app, you accrue one…
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See Which Women-Owned Businesses in Delco Were Top Earners
A list of top 101 women-owned businesses in Greater Philadelphia by 2021 revenue included 10 from Delaware County, writes Todd Romero for Philadelphia Business Journal. Here is a look at how Delaware County firms ranked based on 2021 revenue. All are 100% woman-owned, except for Boomtown Communications, which is 65% woman-owned. Creative Benefits, Inc., an…
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Iconic Jewelry Designer Lisi Lerch Opens 1st Store in Villanova
Lisi Lerch, the jewelry and accessories designer entrepreneur from Newtown Square has opened her first store, Lisi Lerch Bungalow, in Villanova, writes Diane Oliva for Main Line Tonight. “I never intended to have a brick-and-mortar store. But we moved the company’s offices from my house to Villanova. I’m a little nervous about moving out of…
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SCORE Free Webinars: HUBZone Certification and More
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is offering the following free SCORE webinars and workshops in September. HubZone Certification Proces and Updates The HUBZone certificate is designed to help small businesses in urban and rural communities connect with federal contract dollars. Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply through this free webinar offered Thursday,…
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Oy Vey! Doylestown’s First Jewish Deli Closes Just Days After Grand Opening
The first ever Jewish restaurant and delicatessen in Doylestown closed its doors just days after celebrating its grand opening. Ed Doyle wrote about the sudden closure for TAP Into Doylestown. Matzah Balls, which just celebrated its grand opening last Friday, had its doors closed following a dispute between the new owner and the landlord. Several…
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Influential Rap Snacks CEO James Lindsay Comes From Cheyney University
James Lindsay is a Cheyney University graduate who has gone on to become a highly successful Miami-based entrepreneur. Lindsay is the founder & CEO of Rap Snacks, a brand of hip-hop-geared snack products, reports rapsnacks.net. Rap Snacks, celebrating its 25th anniversary, has partnered with well-known hip-hop artists who are featured on the brand, including Cardi…
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Wayne Workplace Software Startup Lluna Gets Boost From Comcast
A Wayne workplace software startup Lluna is taking part in this year’s Comcast NBCUnversal LIFT Labs Acceleratior, writes Rachel Ravina for Philadelphia Business Journal. The company provides a digital version of a personal user manual for employees. The company uses technology to give workplace team members a better understanding of their employer’s goals and priorities…
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Inc. 5000 Lists 5 Fastest Growing 2022 Companies From Delco
Five Delaware County companies have made the 2022 Inc. 5000 list for fastest growing companies, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The list ranks the fastest-growing companies in the nation based on their revenue growth in the last three years. To be considered, the companies have to be privately held, independently owned and…
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6 Delco Companies Make List of Fastest Growing Firms in 2022
Six companies in Delaware County have made the annual Soaring 76 list from Philadelphia Business Journal of the fastest growing companies in the region. Companies had to meet several criteria to qualify for the list, writes Lisa Dukart for Philadelphia Business Journal. They had to be independently owned, have sustained revenue growth from 2019 to…
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SCORE: The Do’s and Don’ts of Turning Your Hobby into a Business
Do you or someone you know enjoy a hobby such as working with textiles – weaving, spinning, tie-dye, fabric bleaching – or crafts/artistic items made of wood, bamboo, glass, jute, soil, etc.? Many talented artisans have been creating handicrafts as a hobby for centuries, locally and nationally. There’s no need for “technical training” to start…
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Delco Woman Casts for New Career, Pulls in Fish Nets
Delaware County native Tina Lewis left behind the security of her 15 years with AmerisourceBergen to enter uncharted waters—designing fish nets, writes Lisa Dukart for Philadelphia Business Journal. Last August, Lewis went full time with her fishing net business Wayward Trading Post. Wayward operates in Frankford but Lewis wants to relocate it to Delaware County.…
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New Hope Smokehouse Working with Philadelphia Dog Treat Brand to Bring a Little More Bark to Their Bite
Mika & Sammy’s Gourmet Pet Treats, a Philadelphia-based company, is working with a New Hope smokehouse for the creation of their products. Lisa Dukart wrote about the business’ Bucks County connection for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company was founded by Erik Senders and now sees their products stocked in approximately 700 stores across all…
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SCORE In-Person Workshop: Marketing Basics for Entrepreneurs
Make plans to join this in-person marketing basics workshop Monday, Aug. 8, to get an understanding of what you’ll need to market your product or service. This is a great opportunity for small business owners and entrepreneurs to get their questions answered. The free workshop takes place 10 to noon at the PA CareerLink Chester…
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Here Are the Top 5 SCORE Webinars So Far in 2022
Small business owners can always use some guidance and expert advice on how to make their businesses even better and SCORE is there to help. Here are the top 5 SCORE webinars so far in 2022 that can help your business grow. Finance and Capital How to Find Grant Opportunities for Your Small Business Get…
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Penn State Brandywine appoints director of innovation and entrepreneurship
Roger Lee, an experienced business leader and higher education professional, has been named director of innovation and entrepreneurship at Penn State Brandywine in Media. He began his role July 5 and will lead priority initiatives in the campus’ strategic plan and direct the Brandywine LaunchBox. “We are so excited to have Roger join the Penn…
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SCORE Webinars: Tackling the Challenges of Rural Business Ownership
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is offering the following free SCORE webinars in July. On Tuesday, July 19, at 1 p.m., join this hour-long session solely dedicated to answering your questions about rural business ownership. “The economic potential of small businesses in rural America is far-reaching and has the potential to be a significant contributor…
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SCORE Award Winner: Meet Deanna and Brent Doanes, Owners of Click Canyon
Each year SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties recognizes owners and entrepreneurs that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation, and achievement in support of our local economy and small business community. This year, congratulations went to the five 2022 Small Business Achievement Award winners honored June 16 at a celebratory luncheon at the Concord Country Club. Find…
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