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With World Turning to Oil Alternatives, These Natural Gas and Energy Stocks Could Be Poised to Benefit
As the world is turning more to oil alternatives, the possibility of global demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG) doubling by 2040 could result in companies involved in natural gas increasing their revenue, writes Q.ai for Forbes. There are many companies that are involved in natural gas processing, divided into three distinct categories: upstream, midstream,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Lewis Cyr, Chief Lending Officer, Penn Community Bank
Lewis Cyr, Chief Lending Officer at Penn Community Bank, spoke to DELCO Today about his role at the bank and his career path from growing up the youngest of six children in a small factory town to the C-Suite at the region’s largest mutual bank. In our conversation, Cyr shared the two key lessons he…
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Here’s How Pennsylvania Can Unlock Its Potential to Become a True Economic Leader
Pennsylvania companies are changing the world. It’s on us to support them and their workers and create opportunities for more to thrive. Spark Therapeutics in Philadelphia is revolutionizing gene therapy and medical treatment for genetic disease. EMD Electronics has become a global leader in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing and is building the largest integrated specialty…
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Delaware County Leadership: Martha Sharkey, Executive Director, TODAY is a Good Day
Flourtown resident Martha Sharkey, Founder & CEO of TODAY is a Good Day, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in Lancaster County near farmland, her first job at a museum store that she continued into adulthood, and why she chose to go to Penn State despite her initial reluctance. Sharkey, whose career centered around…
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Pros and Cons of Investing in REITs vs. Direct Real Estate
While the housing market has been volatile and uncertain over the last three years, real estate is still a valuable part of an investor’s portfolio, writes Jeremy Pagan for the Morning Star. Each investor should ideally allocate anywhere between five and 20 percent of their portfolio to real estate. REITs are a very popular investment…
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A Montgomery County School District Has the Best Music Education in the United States
A Montgomery County school district is officially recognized for having the best music education in the United States. North Penn School District was designated among the “Best Communities for Music Education” for the 11th year in a row, reported Justin Heinze for The Montgomeryville-Lansdale Patch. The program awards school districts based on efforts by…
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How Anyone Can Start Building Wealth Through Real Estate
While there are some risks associated with investing in real estate, the many benefits make this something any investor should consider doing, writes GeekWire. Benefits of Investing in Real Estate When you buy or hold real estate or decide to invest in a property’s equity through a REIT, you may earn cash flow. If you…
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Delaware County Leadership: Allison Mootz, Vice President of Student Affairs, Manor College
Allison Mootz, Vice President of Student Affairs at Manor College in Jenkintown, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up near the beach in New Jersey, playing piano, xylophone and bassoon in her high school band and her first job bussing dishes at weddings. She also recalled playing catcher for her softball team as a teenager,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Bryan Fenstermaker, President and CEO, City Ave District
President and CEO of City Ave District, Bryan Fenstermaker crisscrossed the country several times before landing in the Philadelphia area. He grew up in Houston and Connecticut in a tight-knit family with two siblings. He was drawn to the team mentality of sports and had a strong work ethic at a young age, getting his…
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Barron’s: Bitcoin Surged in 2023, But Is It Due for a Pause?
Bitcoin is on fire once again, having rallied 80 percent this year and spurring calls for a new crypto bull market, writes Jack Denton for Barron’s. However, if you are considering investing in crypto, there are several things you need to consider. There is logic to the rise of the most popular cryptocurrency, which has…
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Delaware County Leadership: Dr. Margo DelliCarpini, Chancellor, Penn State Abington
Margo DelliCarpini, chancellor of Penn State Abington, grew up on Long Island. She had a close bond with her grandmother, who supported her love of learning and inspired her to think about her future. Her summer job as a lifeguard gave her a sense of responsibility that she carried with her throughout her career. DelliCarpini,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Greg Matusky, CEO and Founder, Gregory FCA Public Relations
Greg Matusky, CEO and founder of Gregory FCA Public Relations, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in Lansdale, the youngest son of the high school assistant principal. He recalled his victories on the track team in the 300-meter hurdles and his summer job on the maintenance crew of an apartment complex, where he learned…
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Delaware County Leadership: Nicholas Torres, Interim CEO and President, The Alliance for Health Equity
Nicholas (Nick) Torres, interim CEO and President of The Alliance for Health Equity, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in New Mexico, his many part-time jobs starting at age 12, and his passion for soccer. He also recalled how he chose Carleton College and later moved to New York City for Teach for America.…
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If You Have $200K to Invest, Becoming a Millionaire Is Within Reach
If you have $200,000 to invest, then the dream of becoming a millionaire is well within your reach, writes Andrew Lisa for Yahoo!Finance. Money experts recommend everything from financing fintech startups and investing in SPACs to real estate and equity investing. In the end, any success or failure depends fully on you. “People need to…
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Delaware County Leadership: Jill Marsteller, Founder and CEO, CALICO International, LLC
Jill Marsteller, former Ursinus College president and founder and CEO of CALICO (Creative Advisors Looking to Improve Charitable Organizations) grew up in rural New Jersey. She loved playing in the woods and cornfields and was surrounded by love from her parents, an aunt and uncle, and neighbors who acted as “surrogate grandparents.” In high school,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Jared Utz, Regional President, Mid Penn Bank
Jared Utz, Regional President, Southeastern Region of Mid Penn Bank, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in Philadelphia, near Fairmount Park. He was also drawn to sports, competing in cross country and tennis as well as teaching tennis as a high schooler. Utz also worked for his father’s consumer finance company from a very…
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Alternative Investments and Their Advantages, Disadvantages
Whether your investment strategies focus on short-term or long-term goals, it is always a good idea to diversify and invest some money into alternative assets, writes John Csiszar for AOL Finance. Alternative investments are nontraditional investments that go beyond the stocks, bonds, or mutual funds that are more typical for the world of investing. Putting…
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How to Find the Right Financial Advisor to Fit Your Needs
Picking a financial advisor who will be right for you is not easy, but being well informed and knowing exactly what you need will make the process much easier, writes Bernice Napach for The Wall Street Journal. “The first question for consumers is: Why are you hiring an advisor?” said Micah Hauptman, director of investor…
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