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Recognizing and honoring the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN) on its 25th anniversary for its outstanding leadership in advancing a just, green, and thriving local economy and for its enduring commitment to the independent businesses and communities that make Philadelphia thrive.
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WHEREAS, For the past 25 years, the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN), founded in 2001, has championed an economy where independent, value-driven businesses can thrive, communities prosper, and the environment is protected, guided by the Triple Bottom Line framework of People, Planet, and Prosperity; and
WHEREAS, SBN's work is organized across three interconnected pillars, business growth, stability and environmental stewardship. People, community, and prosperity are supported by a cross-cutting commitment to legislative advocacy, education, financial opportunity, and community building; and
WHEREAS, SBN serves more than 135 member businesses, the majority of which are women-owned, BIPOC-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, and immigrant-owned, and reaches thousands more annually through programs, partnerships, and policy advocacy that strengthen the city and regional independent business community; and
WHEREAS, SBN serves values-driven, multi-industry businesses across Philadelphia and the Greater Philadelphia region including independent retailers, restaurants and food businesses, service providers, and environmental enterprises. Across Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania; Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Mercer, and Salem counties in New Jersey; and New Castle County in Delaware having become a trusted convener, educator, and advocate that advances local, state, and federal policies supporting small businesses, environmental protection, and equitable economic development; and
WHEREAS, Through initiatives including the Urban Forestry Initiative, Green Stormwater Infrastructure Partners, the C...
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