by Masha Zharova | Jun 19, 2025 | impact report, LA21 News
The 2025 Hip Hop Olympics was an electrifying and inspiring showcase of youth creativity, talent, and cultural pride, held on Friday, May 23, at the 4th District Container Village. Conceived and organized by Brother OBA, a dedicated educator at Southwest Leadership...
by Masha Zharova | Jun 12, 2025 | impact report, LA21 News
The Temple University small business development center held a green business launch accelerator program on Thursday. April 24th at the Quorum, 3675 Market St., Philly. Jackie. Williams, director of operations and corridor manager, completed the green economy training...
by Masha Zharova | May 31, 2025 | impact report, LA21 News
Sunday, April 27th, 2025 – In partnership with Philadelphia Flea Markets, LA21-CDC hosted another successful giant flea market with over 75 vendors. The flea market stretched from 3400 to 3600 Lancaster Avenue. The weather was beautiful, the sun was shining, and...
by Masha Zharova | May 27, 2025 | impact report, LA21 News
April 11, 2025 – Savas Restaurant on Lancaster Ave hosted a vibrant community event organized by Mantua Worldwide, led by Executive Director Gweny Love, as part of LA21’s Second Fridays event series. Designed to strengthen community ties and celebrate...
by Masha Zharova | May 6, 2025 | impact report, LA21 News
On Saturday, April 19th, 15 youth volunteers from Net Youth Services visited the 4th district container village at 4862 Parkside Avenue for a neighborhood clean-up alongside LA21-CDC cleaning ambassadors. They helped clean the surrounding area, designed the large...
by Masha Zharova | Apr 30, 2025 | LA21 News, LA21 Reports & Publications
Read the LA21-CDC 2024 Annual Report through the interactive reader below, or download a copy here....
by Zakia Ringgold | Apr 27, 2025 | Podcast
For many small business owners, purchasing or leasing a vehicle isn’t just a personal milestone—it’s a critical business decision that impacts cash flow, tax planning, and long-term strategy. Yet, the ins and outs of the car buying process are often shrouded in...
by Zakia Ringgold | Apr 1, 2025 | Podcast
Are you a small business owner in Philadelphia looking for fresh opportunities to grow? In the latest episode of Scale Up Your Business, Leslie Acosta, the Outreach and Engagement Manager for the Philadelphia Department of Commerce, discusses an exciting new resource:...
by Zakia Ringgold | Nov 6, 2024 | Podcast
Reframing Success with Silver Lining SLAP Methodology: A Beacon for Small Business Owners In the latest episode of the “Scale Up Your Business” podcast, titled “Silver Lining,” host Zakia Ringgold sits down with Carissa Reiniger, the inspiring CEO of...
by Zakia Ringgold | Sep 27, 2024 | Podcast
Show Notes 1. Passion Can Drive Your Business Forward Marisia Robinson’s journey began with her love for gardening, instilled by her grandmother’s nurturing spirit. Combining her adeptness in teaching from her corporate experience, Marisia turned her passion into a...
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