Scale Up Your Business

<p>Are you a small business owner in Philadelphia ready to take your business to the next level? In this episode, host Zakia Ringgold sits down with Leslie Acosta, a seasoned educator, and the Outreach & Engagement...

<p>In this episode of Scale Up Your Business, Zakia Ringgold sits down with the innovative Candace Johnson, creator of the Touchy Feely Intimacy Card Game. Dive into a conversation filled with intentionality and...

<p>Today, we're thrilled to have Latoya Johnson, the dynamic founder of Natural Body Essentials, as our guest. Latoya’s journey began with a personal quest to alleviate her family's eczema and has since blossomed into a...

<p>Keisha is a passionate entrepreneur who brings hands-on, virtual cooking classes to the Philadelphia and tri-state area. In this episode, Keisha shares her journey from being a new parent discovering a gap in...

<p>In this episode, Atiya shares her incredible journey from mixing herbs in her mother's kitchen to creating a holistic wellness product line that now reaches clients as far as Germany. We'll dive into her deep-rooted...

<p>For small business owners seeking actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen. Carissa Reiniger, CEO of Silver Lining, breaks down how traditional coaching and training often fall short for entrepreneurs...

<p>Learn how a pandemic pivot turned Jonathan's side hustle into a business success. Jonathan shares his journey, the challenges he faced, and the invaluable lessons he's learned from the ScaleUp program. Find out what...

<p>Listen to the inspiring journey of Marie Jeanne Aka, founder of Shining Light Green Cleaning Services. Learn how she turned natural ingredients like lemons and vinegar into eco-friendly cleaning products, and her...

<p>If you've ever wondered how to turn your artistic hobbies into a thriving business, this episode is for you! Join us in this episode as Nicole Dupree, founder of Indigo and Green, shares her journey from hobbyist to...

<p>Discover the extraordinary journey of Nzingha Ma'at and her innovative approach to healing in this episode of Scale Up Your Business! Learn how she helps people overcome tough issues like anxiety and imposter...

<p>Listen to this episode where Marisia Robinson of Seed, Weed, Reap, shares her journey from corporate downsizing to teaching communities how to grow their own food sustainably. Discover the top gardening tips everyone...

In this episode we\'re joined by Kiarra Solomon and Kasie Jones, the dynamic duo behind \"Dads Do Dope Things,\" an event aimed at honoring fathers in our community who often go unrecognized. Hosted at the 4th District...

Are you a homeowner looking to maximize your property\'s value? Are you struggling with how to stage your home to attract potential buyers or renters? Do you want to learn how small, strategic changes can significantly...

In today's episode, we sit down with Nija Wiggins, the owner of Corneeys, a Philadelphia-based food cart specializing in gourmet corn on the cob and popcorn. Nija shares her journey of turning her childhood dream into a...

The Department of Commerce helps businesses start, operate and grow in Philadelphia. Commerce also funds and works in partnership with local organizations to connect businesses with as many resources as possible...