Tag: Small Business

Governor Shapiro’s budget proposal will create real opportunity in our Commonwealth. Supporting small businesses and main streets is an essential component of the Governor’s economic development strategy — and his budget includes $600 million in new and expanded investments to implement the strategy. Allentown, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary […]
Governor Shapiro’s budget proposal will create real opportunity in our Commonwealth. Supporting small businesses and main streets is an essential component of the Governor’s economic development strategy — and his budget includes $600 million in new and expanded investments to implement the strategy. Ephrata, PA – Today, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary […]
The Governor’s plan to invests $25 million in main streets and small businesses received bipartisan praise all across the Commonwealth. "This is the time for us to be bold in Pennsylvania. This is the time for us to invest in Pennsylvania. This is the time to make our main streets come alive in Pennsylvania and […]
Governor Shapiro’s budget proposal puts forth a bold vision to create economic opportunity all across Pennsylvania. Supporting the Commonwealth’s small businesses and main streets is a critical component of the Governor’s economic development strategy – and his budget proposes $600 million in new and expanded investments to implement the strategy. Lemoyne, PA – Today, while […]
The Giving Tree Wellness Center, Scranton Pennsylvania has a reputation for visionary leaders and entrepreneurs with can-do spirit, from Benjamin Franklin and Rachel Carson to Andrew Carnegie and Cecil B. Moore. Right from the beginning, our residents were willing to work hard, develop revolutionary new ideas, and take a risk in sharing them with the […]
In Pennsylvania, nearly 40 percent of our small businesses are owned by women. For those women looking to start your own business in PA, we have put together a list of go-to resources. Whether it’s becoming certified as a small diverse business, applying for funding, finding business mentors, or contracting with government agencies, Pennsylvania can […]
Bedford Candies Whether you’re just working on your side hustle or replacing your 9-to-5, starting a business takes courage, dedication, and a commitment to hard work. But you’re not alone. Pennsylvania has your back. We’re here to help you finally take the plunge and develop that business concept you’ve been considering with the assistance of […]
Pennsylvania small business owners come from all walks of life. And no matter what they look like, where they come from, who they love, or who they pray to, they are valued in Pennsylvania. That’s why we offer many resources for minority-owned businesses to help them build a bright future for themselves, their families, and […]
Tröegs Independent Brewing Pennsylvania is a state of small businesses — in fact, they compose more than 99 percent of all businesses here, and their employees make up nearly half our workforce. That’s good news for everyone, especially prospective entrepreneurs: if you start a business here, there’s a strong, supportive, and successful community ready to […]
Every day we celebrate the brave military personnel who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Pennsylvania recognizes the valuable contributions from our strong veteran workforce and the overall veteran community. Ranking fifth in the country with more than 95K veteran-owned businesses, we want to continue to see that number grow. In support of […]
Harrisburg, PA – Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro signed an Executive Order building on the steps his Administration has already taken to expand the doors of opportunity for all Pennsylvanians that will increase opportunities for small and small diverse businesses to compete for state business, spur economic growth and create good-paying jobs, and make the Commonwealth […]
Steelton, PA – Today Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger highlighted new state funding in the recently signed budget to support the Historically Disadvantaged Business Program. The Lieutenant Governor visited Candle Kreationz, a woman-owned business in Steelton that opened earlier this year, to highlight these historic […]
Pennsylvania’s innovation ecosystem is fueling a wave of successful startups in the biotech sector. These startups are developing the newest medical technologies and processes that are saving lives and positioning Pennsylvania as a global leader in innovation. We talked to Dr. Tia Lyles-Williams, founder and CEO of startup LucasPye BIO, to learn more about her […]
Reading, PA – Today Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis met with small-business owners for an open conversation about meeting their community’s needs and how the Shapiro-Davis Administration will make much needed investments to help them thrive. On a walking tour of several business in downtown Reading, Davis shared how he and Governor Josh Shapiro plan to […]
In 2013, Onex — a western PA-based, family-owned manufacturer that specializes in industrial furnace production and maintenance — was in trouble. The company, which had been operating in Pennsylvania for more than fifty years, needed a major turnaround to stay in business. Ashleigh Walters was asked to take on the formidable task of becoming the […]
Home to 1.1 million small businesses employing 2.5 million individuals, Pennsylvania’s entrepreneurs and innovators play a huge role in their communities. From extraordinary chocolates made by extraordinary people to responsible fabric, PA’s small businesses have become champions for their local neighborhoods and the greater good. At the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), […]
Sue Miller and her family run Birchrun Hills Farm, a first-generation, family-owned dairy farm in the highlands of Birchrunville in southeast Pennsylvania. While contemplating how she would make the farm sustainable into the future, she decided to embark on a new venture and begin making cheese with high-quality milk from her cows. With help from […]
A lot has changed in the past few years, but the spirit of giving has not. Generosity is alive and well in Pennsylvania and some of our state-based companies are proving just that. Whether they are just getting started, or have decades of experience behind them, we’re seeing a variety of businesses across industries pave […]
With Veterans Day around the corner, we’re recognizing the contributions of our veteran workforce in Pennsylvania and those serving the veteran community. We had the opportunity to speak with Eve Baum, Founder and Designer of Military Apparel Company in Gardners, Pa., which creates custom handbags and accessories from military uniforms, as well as Scott Koons, […]
November 11 marks Veterans Day, a time to celebrate the brave military personnel who have served in the United States Armed Forces. According to a 2017 report from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Pennsylvania ranks fifth in the country for the total number of veteran-owned businesses (97,969). This number includes Pike County’s ConnexiCore, a drone […]
Ashland Technologies, Inc. (Ash-Tec) is a leading contract manufacturer of machined and fabricated parts with a mission to become the first national chain of machine shops in locations throughout the United States. The company, headquartered in Schuylkill County, is known for manufacturing roller coaster cars and other items for amusement parks and arcades. Most recently, […]
Four-Zag Hill is a family owned and operated dairy farm that supplies high-quality milk for the fluid market from its dairy farm in Columbia County. We spoke to owner Rosalie Zaginaylo to learn more about her story and how funding through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) program helped jumpstart her small business. The PIDA […]
Tröegs Brewsery, Hershey Started in 1997 by brothers Chris and John Trogner, Tröegs Independent Brewing has made a name for itself in the Central Pennsylvania community for its signature brews and commitment to its neighbors. We caught up with John to learn more about their story and success in Pennsylvania. How did you get started […]
Lampire Biological Laboratories, Inc. Lampire Biological Laboratories, Inc., is a biotechnology company that has several locations across Pennsylvania. We spoke to Gregory F. Krug, CEO of Lampire, about his contributions to the life sciences industry and how recent funding through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) will help his business continue to grow. How did […]
Eleven Oak Farms LLC is a family owned and operated farm in Cumberland County that produces some of the finest beef in the nation. We spoke to Jim Shuster of Eleven Oaks about his farming philosophy and how recent funding through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) will help his business continue to grow. Why […]
Home to 1 million small businesses employing 2.5 million individuals, Pennsylvania’s entrepreneurs and innovators play a huge role in the communities in which they operate. Have a great business concept but intimidated by the idea of starting your own business? We’ve got you covered. The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has compiled the […]
Located in Chalfont, Pa., Byers’ Choice handcrafts Christmas Carolers that spread cheer and warmth by connecting collectors with their favorite holiday tradition — singing holiday songs. We spoke to Dave Daikeler, sales operations manager at Byers’ Choice, about the company, its success, and the unique touch artisans bring to its products. What makes your company […]
Based in Wellsboro, Pa., Highland Chocolates is a nonprofit candy company that provides vocational training and employment for up to 20 adults with disabilities and four full-time staff members. Together, they learn valuable job skills while handcrafting and packaging chocolates and interacting with visitors who stop in for a factory tour. What is unique about […]
Abram’s Nation, LLC Operating out of Pittsburgh, Abram’s Nation is known primarily for its flagship product, The Safety Sleeper — a portable, fully-enclosed bed system designed to keep special-needs sleepers safe and prevent them from wandering while unattended. Company founder Rose Morris originally designed the bed for her son Abram, who is on the autism […]
After selling two companies to Google, Guatemala native and Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) professor Luis von Ahn decided that he wanted to dedicate his work to transforming education — leading him to co-found Duolingo with the mission of bringing free language education to the world. The platform sets itself apart by offering a free, engaging, […]
Part of The Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence, the University of Pittsburgh’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) helps start, grow, and sustain businesses in southwestern Pennsylvania. We spoke to Michael Wholihan, Manager of Training & Community Outreach, to learn how the SBDC is providing this training and meeting the needs of entrepreneurs and business owners in […]
I’m excited to share that the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) will celebrate PA Small Business Week from April 30 – May 6, 2017. Aligning with the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) National Small Business Week, the department will highlight Pennsylvania’s small-but-mighty economic drivers, as well as the networks and resources available to […]
Soltech Solutions Operating out of Bethlehem, Pa., Soltech Solutions develops green, energy efficient products that can enhance daily life. From planting newbies to green thumbs, Soltech’s Aspect LED grow light can turn anyone into a garden guru, providing plants with the required light to grow inside a home. A passionate team of three entrepreneurs’ designs […]
About the Small Business Spotlight The second Saturday of each month, the #PAProud blog highlights small businesses and owners who are delivering new products, services, or technology; are positively impacting their local community; or offering creative solutions to their own challenges or those of others. In 1992, Roland G. Murphy founded RGM Watch Co. in […]
About the Small Business Spotlight The second Saturday of each month, the #PAProud blog highlights small businesses and owners who are delivering new products, services, or technology; are positively impacting their local community; or are offering creative solutions to their own challenges or those of others. In honor of Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, […]
Tom Lauwers founded BirdBrain Technologies, LLC in Pittsburgh, Pa, in 2010 after earning his Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute. BirdBrain’s flagship products are the Finch Robot and Hummingbird Robotics Kit, used in educational settings worldwide. What does your business specialize in and who are your clients? BirdBrain Technologies came to be during my […]
With Small Business Saturday (November 26, 2016) right around the corner, we wanted to take the time to highlight the free resources available to those looking to start their own business in Pennsylvania. We value our small businesses, and are committed to fostering a business environment where your services and products can grow and thrive. […]
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