Small Business Blog

There is still time to apply for a disaster loan through the Small Business Administration (SBA). These low-interest loans are available for small businesses damaged by the remnants of Hurricane Ida between August 31st and September 5th. Applications must be submitted by Friday, December 10th. Businesses of any size may borrow up to $2 million […]

During this time of year, our team likes to reflect on the work our center does and the clients we serve. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to support the amazing small businesses and entrepreneurs in our community. We’ve been serving the people of Philadelphia, Eastern Montgomery, and Lower Bucks counties since 1983. Every year, […]

This season, the Temple University Small Business Development Center has made it easier for you to find the perfect gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list and strengthen the vibrant small businesses in our area.

With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time for small businesses to kick their marketing into high gear. The holidays are a fantastic opportunity to increase sales and create life-long customer relationships. Take advantage of these marketing tips to promote your business this season. Deck the Halls of your store Decorating your store for the […]

Erika Tapp Duran is a consultant at the Temple Small Business Development Center (SBDC). She works primarily with pre-venture and start-up businesses and teaches the BRIGHT business planning course and start-up programming. She brings over a decade of experience in community and economic development in Philadelphia. We recently sat down with Tapp Duran to chat […]

Juby George is an Indian food aficionado and self-taught chef with a passion for sharing his amazing cuisine with the community. He came to the Temple SBDC in April of 2021 looking for help starting up his business Smell the Curry. Smell the Curry is an authentic Indian caterer that specializes in regional South and […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has completely reshaped how many of us work. While some have returned to the office, many are still working from home—at least part of the time. Remote work seems to be here to stay, so what can you do to make sure you and your employees are safe from potential cyber threats? […]

As small businesses continue to struggle in a post-pandemic world, digital transformation remains a critical component of success. Pennsylvania’s small businesses will now have the opportunity to improve their digital skills and expand their eCommerce business with the help of new digital programming from Temple University’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which is housed in […]

In 2016, Adam Jones was attacked by a stranger on the street. He was left in a coma for a month, and when he awoke, had no memory of the vicious attack. Jones had to learn to eat, talk, and walk again. A year later, at trial, the accused attacker was acquitted, even though he […]

Etsy is a global marketplace where artists and crafters sell handmade and vintage products. From art to soap to snuggly blankets, you can find all things unique and giftable on Etsy. There are more than four million sellers on the site, so competition can be fierce. How can you stand out from the crowd and […]

A federal disaster declaration was signed by the President on Friday, September 10th, following the impact of Hurricane Ida. This means there are more resources flowing into our area for those impacted by the storm. The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering disaster assistance in the form of low-interest loans to businesses located in regions […]

­­Next week is the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) annual Small Business Week. For over 50 years, the SBA has used this week to recognize and celebrate the pivotal role small businesses play in the success of the country and economy. More than half of all Americans either own or work for a small business, but […]

Want to hear a construction joke? Sorry, I’m still working on it. The Temple Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is thrilled to be conducting its 2022 Construction Management Certificate series. Designed for existing and aspiring independent contractors, the CMC course is one of the longest-running programs the SBDC offers, and for good reason. The comprehensive […]

Temple Small Business Development Center (SBDC) client Yoav Perry, owner and head cheesemaker of Perrystead Dairy, was recently featured in Food & Wine for his world-class cheeses. It would be no exaggeration to say the article was an absolute rave.  Perrystead Dairy is a Philadelphia creamery in South Kensington raising the bar on American original […]

From 2018-2019, DeHoratius, BBA ’17, MS ’21 worked at Temple’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) as a graduate assistant and joined Temple’s SBDC as a business consultant in March 2020. She worked in the consulting field for the past few years but has extensive experience working in and with nonprofits, custom brokerage firms, market research […]