by Masha Zharova | Aug 16, 2023 | impact report, LA21 News
On Tuesday, August 15th, 2023 at 9:30am, LA21-CDC and Councilperson Curtis Jones of the 4th District of Philadelphia hosted the first inaugural Youth Entrepreneurship Leadership Program (YELP) Pitch Competition at the Community Education Center (CEC) at 3500 Lancaster...
by Masha Zharova | Aug 13, 2023 | impact report, LA21 News
On Saturday, August 12th, 2023, LA21-CDC hosted its first inaugural Pitch Competition at the Community Education Center (CDC) at 3500 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104. The winner of this year’s competition is Ceramic Concept LLC, with the second prize winner...
by Masha Zharova | Jul 7, 2023 | LA21 News
LA21 has had an exciting spring/summer season so far. Check out some of our highlights in the photos below: Above: LA21-CDC welcomes Comcast to Lancaster Avenue to promote the Comcast RISE program for small businesses. Pictured: LA21-CDC with Councilperson Jamie...
by Masha Zharova | May 16, 2023 | LA21 News, newsletter
Spring 2023 Newsletter Contents: About LA21-CDC LA-ERIC Programs #VisitLAPhilly Featured Business: Woosa Bubble Tea Container Village Spotlight Scale-Up Spotlight New Biz on the Avenue Scale Up Alumni Podcast Upcoming Events: Scale-Up Cohort 9 PHS Workforce...
by Zakia Ringgold | May 1, 2023 | Podcast
Starting a business can be a challenge, but for those who are willing to put in the time and effort, the rewards can be great. This week on the podcast, we spoke to Tamika Stephens, the owner of 4 Tees Custom Designs, about her journey from being laid off and starting...
by Zakia Ringgold | Apr 25, 2023 | Podcast
People are looking for immediate results, and scheduling appointments is often a deal-breaker. This is where Face Factor comes in, a beauty bar located in Southwest Philly that offers on-the-spot Lash, Brow, and Makeup services. In this episode of the Scale Up Your...
by Zakia Ringgold | Apr 17, 2023 | Podcast
Running a successful business can be a challenging task, but with proper planning and execution, it can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience. In this podcast episode, we will be discussing the story of Tommika Hunter of Balloons Boutique Baskets and more, an...
by Masha Zharova | Mar 2, 2023 | Business Resources
The Department of Commerce offers Tax Services for small businesses through the Business Technical Assistance Program (BTAP). Limited number of eligible business will be assisted during this tax season. The program partners with professional accounting firm to provide...
by Zakia Ringgold | Feb 27, 2023 | business programs
Ask any new business owner and they will tell you, navigating all of the demands as an entrepreneur can be very challenging when going at it alone. Starting and growing a business is no small feat. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and a little bit of luck to...
by Zakia Ringgold | Feb 17, 2023 | business programs
Are you tired of just surviving in your business, and ready to take it to the next level? Are you looking for a supportive and empowering community of like-minded business owners who are on a mission to scale and grow their business? Then the Scale Up Your Business...
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