Grow Philly: 18 South Philly small businesses to know
Most people are familiar with Philadelphia's major businesses, the household names like Comcast and Independence Blue Cross that employ thousands and shape the skyline — but the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem is so much larger than that.
Philly's businesses are as diverse as its population, with unique and innovative companies spread across all its neighborhoods and communities.
In an effort to help fill gaps in visibility and support for business owners from underrepresented communities or less-recognized areas, Technical.ly is partnering with the city Department of Commerce to tell the stories of entrepreneurs from all 48 zip codes in Philadelphia, highlighting the challenges they face, the strengths of building businesses in the city and what they need to thrive.
Technical.ly has received over 100 submissions so far to our Grow Philly survey, with more than half of the responses from Black and brown entrepreneurs. We're excited to showcase these vibrant and varied companies that call Philadelphia home.
The first area of focus is South Philly, with one of the city's largest concentrations of small businesses in the city. Check out the companies below and get to know your neighborhood entrepreneurs.
find more info and fill out the survey here by June 30.
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