Lansdale Small Business Spotlight: Sitecats

LANSDALE, PA -- There’s a story lurking behind the glass pane of every shop, and there’s oftentimes an innovative individual whose entrepreneurial spirit is helping to shape the town.

Our small business series shines a light on local business owners in the community.

Business: Sitecats Inc.

Owner: John Ralston

Website: http://sitecats.com

Address: 200 W. Main St. #104

What business are you in?

“We develop websites for small businesses, municipalities and non-profits. Our first two non-profit sites (since 2007) were for Manna on Main Street and Keystone Opportunity, and we were cited by Montgomery County for our efforts to raise awareness for these two organizations.”

How did you come up with the name?

“Sitedogs.com was taken.”

Why start a business in this town?

“We can now hire talent that can use mass transit from Doylestown to Philly, and Telford to Norristown, and beyond.”

What’s the most difficult challenge you’ve faced as a business owner?

“Like most companies, employee retention and customer retention.”

What’s been your proudest achievement since opening?

“Seeing young employees’ confidence gradually grow in our very technical environment.”

How does your business give back to the community?

“Once a week I host a radio show on WNPV highlighting non-profits who get to tell their story and invite the public to their fundraising events.”

Do you have a business, or know of one, that deserves the spotlight? Email justin.heinze@patch.com.