Stephanie J. Mensing

Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce | Small Business Week

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:12:56 -0400

Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce | Small Business Week:

Did you know that this week (May 13 - May 17) is Small Business Week? The Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and Verizon have partnered to present events for small businesses this week, including a workshop on customer service. Verizon is also offering discounts at some of its local stores. For more information about Small Business Week, click here.

bjjsam: Coupon cards are in! Treats for South Street Spring...

Fri, 03 May 2013 23:04:35 -0400

bjjsam:

Coupon cards are in! Treats for South Street Spring Festival attendees! If you ever wanted to check out a great jiu-jitsu school, now is the time to schedule your free intro and get FREE registration!

Also: watch black belts Regis Lebre (3rd degree) and Brian Rago (1st degree) teach class just one block off the festival live between 11:00am and 1:30pm.

Enter our raffle and maybe you’ll be the lucky winner of a flat out free 6 month membership!

Optimal Gym will also be giving out prizes and selling raffle tickets for their own stuff. Check us out between 3rd and 4th street!

Green Business Guide

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:33:25 -0400

Green Business Guide:

Today is Earth Day! If you are a small business owner who is interested in greening your business, check out the SBA’s Green Business Guide to learn more about green marketing and business practices.

10 Best Small Business Legal Advice Articles for Entrepreneurs

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 06:45:19 -0400

10 Best Small Business Legal Advice Articles for Entrepreneurs:

YFS Magazine offers some small business legal advice for entrepreneurs. Topics include social media liability, websites, business breakups, IP, insurance, contracts, and labor law. The article links to more in depth attorney-written articles on each topic.

Drexel University establishes School of Entrepreneurship

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:57:33 -0500

Drexel University establishes School of Entrepreneurship :

This week, Drexel University announced that it is establishing the Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship, one of the few in the nation and the first in Philadelphia. Sounds like an exciting opportunity for young entrepreneurs.

Small Business Labs breaks down the top small business trends for 2013

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 17:41:25 -0500

Small Business Labs breaks down the top small business trends for 2013

Goldman Sacks committing $20 million to support Philly small businesses

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:12:31 -0500

Goldman Sacks committing $20 million to support Philly small businesses:

Technically Philly’s article about Goldman Sacks’ $20 million commitment to support small businesses in the Philly area includes a breakdown of how the funds will be used and links for small business owners to apply for a loan and/or for an educational program at the Community College of Philadelphia (apply by March 13, 2013). If you own a small business in the area, check it out!

Four Things Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Sam Adams Read more: http://smallbusiness.foxbusiness.com/entrepreneurs/2012/12/06/four-things-entrepreneurs-can-learn-from-sam-adams/#ixzz2GAt2xKEZ

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 11:09:58 -0500

Four Things Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Sam Adams Read more: http://smallbusiness.foxbusiness.com/entrepreneurs/2012/12/06/four-things-entrepreneurs-can-learn-from-sam-adams/#ixzz2GAt2xKEZ:

Here’s an interesting article about how Jim Koch helps entrepreneurs start and maintain their businesses.

Merry Christmas and best wishes for the holiday season!

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 10:10:54 -0500

Merry Christmas and best wishes for the holiday season!

Mensing Law LLC is moving

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:05:31 -0500

Mensing Law LLC is moving

Dorm Room Fund update

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:53:00 -0500

Dorm Room Fund update:

A few months ago, I posted about Dorm Room Fund, a student run investment fund based in Philadelphia. Dorm Room Fund recently made its first investment, a $20,000.00 investment in Penn undergrad startup Firefly. Check out Technically Philly’s post about Dorm Room Fund’s first investment and its future plans.

Get $100 in free Twitter ads

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:40:07 -0500

Get $100 in free Twitter ads:

Twitter is giving away $1 million in free advertising to the first 10,000 eligible businesses who apply. Check out the offer for more info and to check your eligibility.

Small Business Saturday Marketing Resources

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 10:26:00 -0500

Small Business Saturday Marketing Resources:

The Small Business Saturday website has some marketing resources for small businesses to use to promote themselves on Small Business Saturday. Check out this page for online banners and logos, signage, and social media and email templates.

Free Online Advertising for Small Business Saturday®

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:11:52 -0500

Free Online Advertising for Small Business Saturday®:

American Express is giving away free geo-targeted online advertising for Small Business Saturday. You can sign up through November 19 (or until supplies last). Also, don’t forget Small Business Saturday on November 24!

Small Business Financing 101 - Podcast

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 07:37:52 -0400

Small Business Financing 101 - Podcast :

Here’s the podcast of the Small Business Financing 101 program, co-sponsored by the Philadelphia Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm and Small Business Committees, which I previously mentioned.

Mensing Law LLC is collecting clothes, blankets, and toiletries for the homeless

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 16:01:10 -0400

Mensing Law LLC is collecting clothes, blankets, and toiletries for the homeless:

My firm will once again be serving as a donation site for the Philadelphia Bar Association Young Lawyer’s Division’s annual “Harvest for the Homeless.” If you would like to donate clothing, blankets, or toiletries, please see the link for more information. Thanks!

Check out the blog Free Enterprise

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 12:03:18 -0400

Check out the blog Free Enterprise :

I’ve been reading FindLaw’s Small Business Law Blog, which provides a lot of good content on small business issues. Some of the recent posts include How to Get a Small Business Disaster Loan and Beware of ‘Employee’ of the Month Programs. Check out the blog to learn more about current small business issues.

Dorm Room Fund will finance Philly student start-ups

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:03:53 -0400

Dorm Room Fund will finance Philly student start-ups:

One of my Facebook friends posted a link to this article about Dorm Room Fund, a student run investment fund based in Philadelphia. It sounds really cool and I’m looking forward to hearing about some of the companies that dorm room entrepreneurs are able to start as a result of Dorm Room Fund.

Fox School of Business Small Business Development Center

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 14:20:20 -0400

Fox School of Business Small Business Development Center:

Last week I posted about Wharton’s Small Business Development Center. Temple’s Fox School of Business also has a Small Business Development Center, which offers various services to entrepreneurs and small businesses, including consulting and coaching, training to help businesses grow, advertising and design, and legal consulting. They also offer a series of free online seminars for entrepreneurs, which include various topics on money, management, and marketing.

bjjsam: I have never regretted leaving San Diego more. Who...

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 17:10:00 -0400

bjjsam:

I have never regretted leaving San Diego more. Who wants to fly me in for a visit?

It’s kinda cool how many Gracies are in this and yet I don’t feel any of them are forced in due to name. What a ridiculously awesome card.

Really looking forward to this!