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Radnor’s Marinus Pharmaceuticals Aims to Generate $35 Million from Public Stock Offering
Radnor’s Marinus Pharmaceuticals is looking to raise $35 million from its public offering of 9.3 million shares of its common stock priced at $3.75 per share, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The biopharmaceutical company has also granted the underwriter the option to purchase an additional 1.4 million shares of common stock within…
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DELCO Careers – WSFS Bank
WSFS Bank has $5.7 billion in assets on its balance sheet and $13.2 billion in fiduciary assets, including approximately $1.2 billion in assets under management. Mortgage Loan Opener (Wayne) This position gathers all necessary information needed for the submission of mortgage loan requests for underwriting review, including obtaining necessary documents, reviewing applications and supporting documentation, and…
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Three Delco Schools Rank Among State’s Top 10 Best Colleges by Salary Potential
Three Delaware County schools rank among the Top 10 on the list of Best Colleges in Pennsylvania by Salary Potential published by PayScale. The rankings were compiled using several criteria, including early-career pay, mid-career pay, and job appreciation by the employee. The survey only includes schools that have a substantial number of graduates working for…
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Destination Delco Tasked with Promoting a Unique County, One Full of Personality
By virtue of his exploits on the basketball court at Darby-Colwyn High School in the mid-1970s, Marty Milligan earned the label of All-Delco. By virtue of his professional career at two of Delaware County’s largest employers – Ridley Park’s Boeing and Newtown Square’s SAP – and his current position at the county’s tourism bureau, he…
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State Reps Descend Upon Marcus Hook to Laud Benefits of Marcellus Shale
Leading members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives visited Delaware County this week to see first-hand the benefits of the Marcellus Shale at the Marcus Hook Industrial Complex. State Rep. Kerry Benninghoff, chairman of the House Majority Policy Committee, led a panel discussion that included local State Rep. Stephen Barrar, fellow committee members, and representatives…
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Region Boasts Options for Amazon’s New Headquarters
America’s go-to online retailer could really click with a second headquarters in Philadelphia, and both Malvern’s Liberty Property Trust and King of Prussia are in the early conversations about pitching Philly’s virtues, as Amazon looks to expand its physical presence. Liberty’s vast Navy Yard development is one of three frontrunners with enough space to host…
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Celebrating a Half-Century at Delaware County Community College
By Chris Cooper In 1967, when a gallon of gas cost just 33 cents and Dustin Hoffman played The Graduate on the big screen, Delaware County Community College welcomed its first class of future graduates. To help celebrate the college’s golden anniversary, the public is invited to the Marple Campus tomorrow for a day filled…
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DELCO Careers – Erickson Living at Maris Grove
Located in Glen Mills, Maris Grove offers well-appointed, maintenance-free apartment homes, a wealth of amenities, and convenient services to accommodate everyone’s needs, making it one of Pennsylvania’s most popular senior living communities. Front Desk Reception This position greets and directs residents, visitors, and staff; keeps accurate census information and lists of residents; monitors pull cords for…
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Local Women’s New Business Seamlessly Combines Fitness, Breastfeeding, Fashion
The idea for Just Bloomed – a Media-based company formed by three friends who vowed to address the challenges postpartum moms face as they try to balance their lives of family, feeding, fitness, and work – came from personal experience. Go to any parenting social media page or blog, and you will quickly find a…
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Fortune: Newtown Square’s SAP One of America’s Best Workplaces for Women
SAP, which has its U.S. headquarters in Newtown Square, is one of America’s best workplaces for women, writes Marielle Mondon for PhillyVoice. The German-based technology company ranks 21st among the Best Workplaces for Women, according to Fortune magazine and Great Place to Work. The rankings were determined using 50 metrics, including ethical leadership, respectful and…
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Widener Recognized as Pennsylvania University with Most Altruistic Students
Widener University has been selected as the university in Pennsylvania with the most altruistic, civically minded students. The designation on the “Pillars of America” map puts Widener among the top schools in the nation. Pillrs.com, a Silicon Valley-based organization dedicated to affecting personal and social change, compiled the results based on social mobility, research, and…
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Delaware County’s Heroin Task Force Gives Those in Recovery a Second Chance
District Attorney Jack Whelan and Delaware County Councilman Dave White, founders and co-chairs of the Delaware County Heroin Task Force, have announced a new program aimed at helping those in long-term recovery. Joined by members of the Heroin Task Force, Delaware County’s Office of Workforce Development Board, the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, Educational Data…
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BB&T’s Evolution Continues as It Seeks to Improve Efficiency
BB&T, which recently entered the Philadelphia market after acquiring Susquehanna Bancshares and National Penn Bancshares, will be closing 140 locations nationwide this week including some nearby branches, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to the company’s CEO, Kelly King, the branch closures represent around six percent of the bank’s entire network. “For…
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DELCO Careers – Boeing
With a location in Ridley Park, Boeing is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and sells airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, and satellites. Materials, Process & Physics Technical Analyst This position evaluates parts, materials, technology, and equipment through research and testing; generates test plans and takes corrective action for manufacturing issues; and develops and maintains relationships with customers…
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Chichester Native Jake Mattera Living a Dream
He’s not laughing in his sleep; rather, Chichester native Jake Mattera is living a dream — albeit a hilarious one. The Cardinal O’Hara High School alum who once reserved “trying stand-up comedy” for a loosely held bucket list is now touring the nation and headlining an upcoming comedy show, according to a Springfield Press report…
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Radnor-Based Venture Capital Group Increases Local Presence
NewSpring, a venture capital group based in Radnor, is increasing its local presence by doubling its office space and investing in area companies, writes Joseph DiStefano for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The company has also promoted Jon Schwartz, its chief financial officer, to president and COO. The expansion comes as the firm has nearly tripled its headcount…
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New Generation of Chester Family Avenges ‘Family Feud’
Five siblings of a Chester family were in the television spotlight last week to avenge the unaired “Family Feud” battle by their elder generation — and the reputation of the Philly cheesesteak. John, Paul, Halaina, Zakiyyah, and Lindsay Pickett debuted on the set of “Family Feud” last week, according to a Daily Times report by…
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Union to Let the Dogs Out for Oct. 22 Match
Who let the dogs out? Come Oct. 22, you can blame the Philadelphia Union. Its pet-friendly “Paws on the Pitch” night will welcome dogs to Talen Energy Stadium if their owners purchase a special ticket package — and bring vaccination records, according to a Philadelphia Business Journal report by John George. [uam_ad id=”52851″] Advertisement The…
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