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Incubator Program

The Temple Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Incubator Program provides small business owners with a work environment that fosters business growth and success. The purpose of the program is to support start-up and existing ventures in the Philadelphia area through consulting, training, and technical assistance. Our primary goal is to successfully integrate these businesses into our community to promote the economic development and prosperity of our region.

 

The "recovery fee" for materials and equipment usage is $150.00 per month on a part-time basis (20hrs/wk) and $200 per month on a full-time basis. Upon acceptance into the program, participants are required to establish reasonable short and long-term goals for their company. Progress toward these goals will be evaluated each quarter. Tenants are also required to attend monthly meetings with their business consultant and any professional development opportunities as specified by the consultant.

 

The Incubator Program offers:

  • Business consultant on site
  • Networked computers equipped with cutting edge technology for internet access, word-processing, and financial record keeping purposes
  • Opportunities for professional development through Temple SBDC’s frequent training seminars and workshops
  • Individual desks and file cabinets
  • Conference and training rooms for meetings
  • Access to specialized services such as Government Procurement, International Trade, Product Development, legal and technology services, and much more!
  • Building security and janitorial services
  • Laser printers and color inkjet printer/scanner
  • Tenant electronic bulletin board and list serv
  • A business street address
  • Fax machine

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must submit a completed business plan and an application for service to be considered for tenancy. A selection committee consisting of experienced business consultants will review each plan and make a decision within two weeks of receiving the application. Those individuals who demonstrate commitment and motivation, possess basic business skills and knowledge, and submit a feasible business plan will be given high consideration. All candidates must be willing to adhere to Temple SBDC policies and procedures and computer usage policies.

2007 Graduates

Current Tenants

 

Location

The Business Incubator has 2500 square feet of open office space and is located in the North Philadelphia Empowerment Zone at 1510 Cecil B. Moore, Philadelphia, PA 19121. For more information, please contact the Incubator office directly at 215-204-2375.

 

For more information on these services please call 215.204.7282 or fill out the online Business Inquiry Form.

 

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