Masthead News Updated

Summer 2011

In This Issue
White House Recognition
It's a Social (and Competitive) World
Save the Date! And More...
Quick Links
Greetings!

 

The summer months are upon us, and while national headlines declare a flatlining economy, our borrowers are still doing great work in western Pennsylvania. They are getting top-notch recognition and awards, and are utilizing all tools at hand to grow their customer base.

Also included is a link to our interactive 2011 annual report (with stories and videos!), a "Save the Date" for our annual celebration, and some of our social media "guru" borrowers. Enjoy. 

   
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White House Recognition

Joseph Santelli

During National Small Business Week in May, Joe Santelli, owner of our borrower Santelli Tempered Glass in Monessen, received the 2011 PA Small Business Person of the Year Award and traveled to Washington, D.C. to celebrate. In addition to being a state winner, he was a top 5 finalist for the national award and also recognized as a Champion of Change by the White House.  

 

In other exciting news, SBA Administrator Karen Mills visited Pittsburgh on Tuesday, June 21, to tour our borrower Alle-Kiski Industries, a thriving manufacturing company located in Allegheny Township. Read the article here, and check out the related coverage below. 

 

It's a Social (and Competitive) World

Facebook LogoDid you know?  Many of our borrowers have gone social, and it's to their benefit.  A recent survey of 1,132 small business owners states that 69% use social media and more than 89% of them are on Facebook. This widens the competitive landscape for small business owners, who are using social media for lead generation, company promotion, news, and customer interaction.  Check out some of our "All-Stars"...

 

2010 Annual Report CoverSave the Date! And Other News...

It's that time of year again! Mark your calendars for Bridgeway Capital's annual celebration on Tuesday, October 25, in the evening.  Expect more interaction, more stories, and more fun than ever before! Details coming soon.

Other items to note: