Temple SBDC

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 […]

Isabel Krome joined the Temple Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in 2021 and brings more than eight years of small business development experience. Her work has been wide-ranging, including business model planning, market research, business formalization, identifying and diversifying revenue streams, accessing capital, strategic planning, diversity certifications and more. Krome is particularly passionate about supporting […]

Temple SBDC is proud to work with Sweft as they are recognized as Best in Show for innovative technology at Phorum 2021. Temple SBDC assisted Sweft with their SEO campaign so they could get the word out about their innovative company. Sweft LLC is a cloud-based, collaborative merchandising platform that organizes and automates the complex […]

The Pennsylvania Pediatric Medical Device Consortium (PPDC) has announced its latest round of seed grants. The Temple SBDC is proud to announce our client, T. Wilson-Carter of OrVac™, is one of five honorees that will receive a $50,000 grant from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Working closely with our consultant, Karl Kraus, Temple SBDC was happy to assist T. Wilson-Carter with applying for this grant and ensure their next phase of development in their innovative medical technology for children.