The decision to cut wage and business taxes in Philadelphia represents a significant step forward for the city, particularly for minority and diverse businesses, writes guest columnist Mustafa Rashed. Read the complete article at: Philly Business Journal
Coded by Kids launched a new pitch competition for early-stage Philadelphia startups with underrepresented founders. The nonprofit’s pitch competition is designed to secure funding for underrepresented founders who may not have otherwise received growth capital from traditional avenues. The reality of venture capital for underrepresented founders is bleak: Black and Latino founders have raised only…
ABOUT THE SESSION (Please note, this is a Hybrid session meaning you can join us in-person or virtually. Proof of full vaccination and masks are required to attend in-person.) The OnRamp Series at the University City Science Center is a free and inclusive program for first-time business founders to acquire foundational knowledge and take their…
Deborah Collins was inspired to open a bridal boutique after she started her own wedding blog several years ago. The Delaware County native opened The Dress Matters in 2014. She opened the boutique at 1024 N. Providence Road in Media, Pennsylvania during a time when there weren’t any Black-owned bridal boutiques in the area. The…
