2025 Owl-owned Businesses
Temple Made Fest will celebrate Temple's entrepreneurial spirit by showcasing businesses owned by Temple alumni, current students, and former students on Saturday, April 5th!
Temple Made Fest is a celebration of Temple University’s entrepreneurial spirit and the incredible talent within our Temple community. This vibrant street festival will showcase businesses owned and operated by Temple alumni, current students and former students on Saturday, April 5th as a part of Temple Made Days!
Discover unique jewelry, artwork, apparel and more as you stroll through campus. Hungry? Head over to the lineup of food trucks serving up delicious bites. And don't miss our relaxing beer garden, where you can sip alumni-owned brews while soaking in the atmosphere and connecting with fellow Owls! Check out all of the Owl-owned Businesses that will be participating below.
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5Cents Media
Matthew Nichol, TFM ’16
Photography, videography and social media management and consulting.
5 Tribe Vending, LLC
Jessica Thomas, FOX ’11
Family-owned vending machine company, dedicated to providing personalized services and support.
Amir'rd Image
Shamara Gatling-Davila, TFM ’16
Specializes in custom designs, ensuring that everyone is represented through clothing, accessories, and home goods.
Apricity Art Prints
Rachel Dolan, TFM ’19
Offers printed photographs and watercolors, handmade embroidery and art prints.
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The Brush Company
Kedrick McKenzie, TYL ’23
Handmade, bespoke ceramic and tampico fiber brushes that add a pop of color and fun!
Campo's Cheesesteaks
Mike Campo, FOX ’06
Serving Philly's best sandwiches, including rib-eye cheesesteaks, hoagies, homemade soups, fresh salads, and gluten-free options.
Design Meets Mind, LLC
Chantal Wright, EDU ’10
Mental health and well-being practice that serves individuals, couples and families.
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eCLOSE Institute
Dara Ruiz Whalen, EDU ’24
Sets the framework for building teacher-scientist teams to bring cutting edge research into the classroom.
Equity is the new Black
Anthony Copeman, FOX ’14
Clothing brand dedicated to inspire investing in ones self and ownership.
Eva Elaine Glassworks, LLC
Eva Shelley, TYL ’05
Unique, hand-made glass for any occasion. Give something special, make your event memorable, or learn something new.
Gym or Jail
Jordan Traenkner, CPH ’19
Offers healthier alternatives to manage anger and frustration, promoting mental health, positive body image, and community support.
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Handcrafted by Cacica Yve
Yvette Sanchez-Barreto, FOX ’10
Specializes in handcrafted jewelry, including beaded earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and waist beads, as well as wire-wrapped earrings.
Hockaday & Company
Darius Hockaday, FOX ’20
Founded to address a fundamental need: many small businesses struggle to access the tools they need to thrive.
Jillian Bakes
Carolyn Marks, CLA ’79
Socially, environmentally, and health conscious company making the best gourmet-quality vegan brownies crafted from all natural, locally sourced ingredients.
Kisha Rose Skincare
Lakisa Rodwell-Green, CST ’97
Natural products for skin and hair, made with quality ingredients.
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The Lazy Glazier
Jonah L Reeder, TFM ’20
Promoting sustainability and community through glass and wood work.
Leopard Luvin Vintage
Emily Bailey, EDU ’04
A woman-owned shop offering vintage 80s, 90s, and Y2K clothing, shoes, and accessories for men and women.
Lost in the Sauce, LLC
Darren Davis, FOX ’18
A vegan hot sauce brand that sells and promotes a healthy lifestyle.
Made with Gracie
Grace Rubery
Handmade, screen-printed wearable art, primarily featuring Philly-inspired clothing and accessories in all sizes.
Mascot Maddness, LLC
Clarita Bedoya, TYL ’23
Handmade, mascot-inspired plushies, with the red owl representing Temple's Hooter as the main product.
Mohrdoesart
Lauren Elizabeth Mohr, TYL ’21
Acrylic paint portraits of animals, selling prints, stickers, keychains, magnets, notepads, and framed original art.
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Natural By Nature
Angela Wilson, CLA ’12
A premier provider of eco-friendly commercial and residential cleaning services, offering non-toxic, sustainable cleaning solutions tailored to businesses and homes.
Nutz About Popcorn
Lynette Hamilton, CST ’96
A gourmet and specialty treat company in Hatboro, PA offering gourmet nutz, chocolates, fudge, candy and popcorn with the community-at-large.
Owl Be Back
Sean McGady, CLA ’13
A Temple sports podcast focusing on Temple Football and Basketball, giving updates during the season and offseason, including interviews with players, coaches, managers, and fans of Temple sports.
Queens Empowerment Academy Inc.
Amber Jones, SSW ’19
A nonprofit organization that provides culturally relevant Social Emotional Learning workshops to girls.
Rare Souls, LLC
James Cooper
A lifestyle brand offering high quality affordable fashion for women and men. A connection to a higher sense of self is echoed in our designs and in our name.
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Scampton Counseling, LLC
Jenna Houpert, CLA ’16
A group practice of licensed therapists offering individual and couples counseling to teens and adults, specializing in treating trauma, dysfunctional relationship dynamics, ADHD, performance anxiety, and depression.
Sins of the Fire
Phoenix Ward, EDU ’19
The first book of a self published fantasy trilogy set in Philadelphia, the setting a mirror of Temple's Campus.
SLAY (Style Lives Authentically in You)
Shannon Morgan, CPH ’03
A curated selection of vintage and secondhand clothing, promoting sustainability and showcasing how these pieces can be styled across any era.
Smith Enterprise
Damian Smith, FOX ’98
Imprinted apparel and promotional items for schools and business.
Solsbury Hill Scoop Shoppe and Bakery
Lauren Glaser
Scratch made artisan cookies, ice cream, pastries, and candies that are a culinary exploration of different textures and flavors.
Spector Sports Art
Jordan Spector, CPH ’15
Hand made sports artwork. We sell prints, canvases and trading cards many of which are partnered with professional athletes. Read more about Jordan's journey here.
Spoken Word of a Pearl, LLC
Pearline Sturdivant, EDU ’02
Reaching the young and old alike through art forms; poetry, visual arts, and music.
Status Apparel DC
Gabriel Massalley, TYL ’15
DC-based lifestyle apparel brand focusing on spreading positive messaging as well as providing premium quality apparel.
Sync Production Group
Jason Weldon, KLN '04
Offers outstanding audience experiences through audio, video, and lighting.
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Tia Michelle Supply
Tanisha Rothmiller, KLN '15
Mobile Beauty Supply Store with an on-demand delivery app servicing the tri-state areas.
Travel Goddess International
Natasha Wilson, STH '18
A full service travel agency specializing in fabulous and affordable vacation planning solutions, making experiences more attainable for all.
Two Street Sammies
Nathan Baynes
A veteran-owned and operated food truck serving Philly-style sandwiches.
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Uncle Dave's Cookies
Carica Williams-Flippen, FOX '03
A Pennsylvania licensed residential cookie bakery in Ambler, PA making big, stuffed, soft, gourmet cookies made from premium ingredients and products.
Victoria Urban Outreach Tutorial Service
Victoria Best, EDU '07
Preserving the future of the disadvantaged, urban areas of Philadelphia, PA through education by promoting and providing a responsive educational environment with appropriate resources.
Vintage Boss Babes
Samantha Davis, KLN '08
A women's vintage / contemporary designer fashion resale business.
Worldstudio6
Ebony Harding Montoute, CPH '14
Gemstone beads for holistic health and energy healing.
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