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Nearly 1,500 WSFS Associates Volunteer Across the Region for ‘We Stand for Service Day’
Nearly 1,500 WSFS Bank associates volunteered at more than 130 community organizations across the region on June 12 as part of the bank’s second annual “We Stand for Service Day.” The company-wide day of giving back through volunteerism saw these associates band together to volunteer more than 5,000 hours and make an impact at organizations…
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The Era of Higher Savings and Bond Rates Continues; Make Moves with Your Cash Now
Americans keeping their money in savings accounts in commercial banks are losing a lot of potential earnings amidst surging returns on bonds and other savings vehicles, write Oyin Adedoyin and Ashlea Ebeling for The Wall Street Journal. Many people have already taken advantage of the era of higher savings and bond rates ushered in by…
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Former Eagle Spending Post-Pro Football Days Enjoying His Modern Smart Home in West Chester
Former Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek is spending his post-pro football days enjoying life with his wife and four kids at their modern smart home in West Chester, writes Tom Samiljan for Dealerscope. The house and adjoining barn feature a fully connected setup that includes everything from lighting and shades to alarm systems, as…
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Firstrust Bank’s Richard Green Wins Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Greater Philadelphia Award
Ernst & Young has named Richard J. Green, Executive Chairman and Owner of Firstrust Bank, a winner of its esteemed Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 Greater Philadelphia Award. Green was celebrated, along with other esteemed business leaders, during a recent ceremony at Philadelphia Country Club. Green was one of 30 regional entrepreneurs selected as finalists…
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RKL Virtual Grows Outsourced Solutions with Kauffman CPA Company Merger
RKL LLP has announced a merger with Lancaster-based Kauffman CPA Company, effective July 1, that will add further expertise to RKL Virtual Management Solutions’ spectrum of outsourced accounting, financial management, human resources, and payroll services. “For over a decade, Kauffman CPA Company has built strong relationships with small and medium-sized businesses by helping them navigate the day-to-day…
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Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust Form First-of-Its-Kind Collaboration in Philadelphia Region
Independence Blue Cross and Benefits Data Trust have formed the first collaboration of its kind in the Philadelphia region to help certain commercially insured members enroll in public benefit programs. These public benefit programs can help members pay for vital resources like food, childcare, health services, housing, and utilities. Despite the positive impact of these programs, many…
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SageLife Recognized as Great Place to Work for Sixth Consecutive Year
SageLife has been recognized as a Great Place to Work, a global authority on workplace culture, for the sixth sixth consecutive year. The Great Place to Work certification process includes a comprehensive survey, culture audit, and assessment, all aimed at measuring the level of trust in an organization and the consistency of the employee experience.…
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PECO Ready to Meet Customer Energy Demands, Extreme Summer Weather
With the official start of summer just around the corner, PECO has been hard at work ensuring the company’s critical electric infrastructure is prepared to handle increased demand as temperatures heat up and as the seasons change. This proactive effort also includes infrastructure work to strengthen the local energy grid to help prevent those outages…
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In Honor of Pride Month, Citadel Credit Union Offers List of Resources for LGBTQ Business Professionals/Entrepreneurs
In today’s increasingly diverse workforce, members of the LGBTQ community hold more leadership positions than ever before and LGBTQ entrepreneurs play a vital role in driving innovation and economic growth. However, members of the LGBTQ community can face unique challenges on their journey to success. Fortunately, there are a variety of resources available to assist…
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IBX’s Friendly Farm Stands Help Seniors Make Healthy Food Choices, Build Strong Connections with Neighbors
Independence Blue Cross has been helping seniors in the Philadelphia region make healthy food choices and connect with their neighbors through Friendly Farm Stands. These stands provide seniors with a variety of locally sourced fruits and vegetables, tote bags, recipe cards, and flowers and plants at no cost. The events also feature a photo booth…
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Firstrust Bank Releases New SAFE 1NK Pens to Help Customers Avoid Falling Victim to Check Fraud
Newly released Federal Trade Commission data show consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 2023, marking a 14 percent increase over reported losses in 2022. Fraud, simply put, is surging across the country, leaving massive financial losses and headaches for individuals and businesses in its wake. Check fraud, one of the more…
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Eastern University’s Christine Mahan Selected as a Top Trailblazer in Higher Education
Dr. Christine Mahan, the Chief of Staff and Vice President for Planning and Effectiveness at Eastern University, has been selected by City & State Pennsylvania as one its 2024 Trailblazers in Higher Education. Mahan serves as the principal advisor to Eastern’s president and provides leadership for the university’s strategic planning, institutional research, accreditation, risk management, and institutional…
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Why You Need A.I.-Powered Onboarding
A well-structured onboarding program can be a game-changer for your new hires, setting them up for long-term success. However, as many business owners and HR managers have learned, building and executing these programs manually can be tedious and time-consuming. Thankfully, technology has come to the rescue with A.I. and automation-powered HRIS tech platforms. By utilizing…
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Citadel Credit Union Celebrates Milestone $500,000 in Grants to Teachers Through Citadel Heart of Learning
Citadel Credit Union has recognized 35 teachers in Greater Philadelphia for going above and beyond and truly “building strength in education” as part of the company’s Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. Since the program’s inception, Citadel has awarded the winners more than $500,000 in grants, enabling them to enhance their classrooms with new resources aimed at fostering educational…
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As ‘a Pillar of the Philadelphia Community,’ IBX Now the Please Touch Museum’s Official Health & Wellness Partner
Independence Blue Cross, showcasing its longstanding commitment to children and families of Philadelphia, is now the Official Health and Wellness Partner of the iconic Please Touch Museum. IBX’s multiyear partnership includes the renaming of the museum’s beloved Carousel House, home to the historic Woodside Park Dentzel Carousel, to the Independence Blue Cross Carousel House —…
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This Tax Break Could Help Many Couples Increase Their Retirement Savings
A spousal IRA is a tax break offered by the Internal Revenue Service that can help many married couples increase their retirement savings, writes Lori Ioannou for The Wall Street Journal. Spousal individual retirement accounts make it possible for a working spouse to contribute to the retirement savings of their non-working or low-earning spouse. These…
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Behind the Scenes with Haverford Systems: Building a Professional-Grade Green Screen Studio
Virtual backgrounds make it possible to transport viewers anywhere — from a professional setting to a dynamic digital landscape. Green screens are one of the most powerful tools to captivate audiences through video communications. This capability is especially valuable for producing high-quality videos and immersive livestreamed events. It provides greater control over production quality, reduces…
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Unlocking the Digital Vault: A Guide to Digital Estate Planning for Small Business Owners
In the digital age, our lives and businesses are intricately woven into the fabric of the online world. From financial transactions to client communications, much of our business activity now takes place in the digital realm. Yet, many small business owners overlook a crucial aspect of estate planning: the digital estate. Anne Rhodes, Chief Legal…
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