Topic: Small Business
Jakai Bishop, a Philadelphia Inspiration
The iconic chef, photographer and entrepreneur meets up with a charismatic friend who’s gone from “Top Model” to construction sites
By Reuben Harley
Can Philly Platinum Its Gaming Industry?
A task force is working to turn the city’s gaming culture, university talent and independent developers into a sustainable industry
By Christina Griffith
Reviving Market East by Repurposing Art Supplies
From sculptural driftwood lamps to quilted jackets, “Past Lives, Surfaced by Skilled Hands” showcases 22 artists making something new from materials with a history
By Courtney DuChene
Retail as a Public Good?
Why the City’s support of Center City’s Meantime on Market — now extended until the year’s end — is money well spent
By Diana Lind
Coblrshop for Your Vintage Glow-Up
What to do when your Eagle’s Eye cardigan or Rick Owens platform booties need a fix? A Fairmount entrepreneur has an increasingly convenient solution
By Courtney DuChene
Christina Kallas-Saritsoglou, Quiet Champion
For more than 20 years, the co-founder of Philly AIDS Thrift has done good by selling people’s old, unwanted stuff — resulting in more than $5 million of good
By Natalie Pompilio
The Flower Girl
Leona Davis wanted to repurpose the flowers from her daughter’s wedding. Now she’s created a circle of giving that brings joy, purpose, and sustainability across the region
By Autumn Demberger
How Not to Plan A Neighborhood
The controversy over a new restaurant planned for Fishtown is another instance of the City making it harder for small businesses to operate. Councilmember Squilla, are you listening?
By Jon Geeting
No More FOMO
Local social media app Playdate encourages IRL gatherings by telling Philadelphians what events are happening in town — and encouraging them to invite their friends
By Courtney DuChene
Carlos Rogers, Bike Race Reviver
How a tattooed, middle-aged hairstylist made The Philadelphia Cycling Classic the sporting surprise of America’s 250th
By Malcolm Burnley