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Shop Local Every Day

Nov 22, 2017 | Advocacy

On Saturday, Shop Small, but don’t stop there. On Small Business Saturday in 2016, 112 million shoppers showed their love for their favorite spots, and spent a reported $15.4 billion at small businesses.1 For the past seven years, this holiday has helped small...

We are thankful for you

Nov 22, 2017 | Recent Coverage

It’s happening. The region is experiencing a dynamic movement. We are thankful that our community is a driving force at the heart of it. A thriving impact economy is evolving from possibility to practice, and Greater Philadelphia is a beacon. Our local economy is and...

Philadelphia is going in the right direction but not fast enough

Nov 3, 2017 | Advocacy

City of Philadelphia’s Commerce Director Harold Epps Meets with SBN’s Community of Local Independent Businesses By definition, the City of Philadelphia’s Commerce Director is charged with providing resources to local businesses. However, with thirty years of...

Maybe It’s You

Aug 9, 2017 | Member Stories

The Circle Compost Story It is thrilling. Any book on the shelf, conversation with a stranger, or bit of information that you encounter might challenge you in such a way that you have no choice but to respond. Sure, for some — ok, more than some— it has become...

Bri Parker-Dinan, Philly Maid Green

Jun 28, 2017 | Member Stories

SBN’s Meet Our Ambassadors Series Ambassadors are SBN Members that commit to one year of expanded involvement within our network. They serve as flag-bearers for SBN. In this series, we highlight the work and stories of our Ambassadors. How long have you been an SBN...