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Chester County Mourns Loss of One of Its Faces of Philanthropy, Highland Township’s Robert McNeil
One of the faces of philanthropy in Chester County has died. Highland Township’s Robert McNeil, who founded the Chester County Food Bank in 2009 and whose impact extends well beyond the four million pounds of food that the CCFB annually distributes, died on April 13 at the age of 74 after a decade-long bout with…
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First Quarter Brings Hope for Private-Equity Exits
While the number of private-equity exits is still stunted compared to a couple of years ago, first-quarter activity has shown some hints of improvement, writes Maria Armental for The Wall Street Journal. Thanks to The Home Depot’s soon-to-be-completed acquisition of building-materials supplier SRS Distribution, the overall value of U.S. private-equity exits rose to $62.77 billion…
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ETHOS Treatment Expands Programs to Include Services for Adolescent Patients at Its Reading-Area Location
ETHOS Treatment LLC, a leading provider of care for individuals and families who struggle with substance use disorder and/or mental health issues, is expanding its programs to include services for adolescent patients at its Reading-area location in Wyomissing. “There is a pressing need for specialized care tailored for individuals aged 13-18,” said Dan Appel, the…
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PECO Powers Efforts with Diverse Businesses, Spending a Record $597 Million in 2023
PECO is helping to power the economies of local and diverse communities by expanding its commitment to business diversity. In 2023, PECO had its best year ever for spend with diverse businesses, purchasing $597 million in goods and services from diversity-certified businesses, which accounted for 43 percent of its total yearly purchases and marked the…
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Leonardo Helicopters US Showcases Philadelphia’s Appeal in New Momentum Makers Series
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia is making significant strides in attracting and expanding companies within the region, showcasing its impact on the local and global business landscape. Through a comprehensive regional marketing strategy, the chamber’s Economic Competitiveness team has been pivotal in promoting Greater Philadelphia as a premier global destination for business. This…
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Haverford Systems Introduces All-in-One Telehealth Workstations Through Innovative Partnership
Telehealth has emerged as a pivotal tool that offers patients convenient access to specialized care and enables healthcare providers to deliver their expertise remotely. Haverford Systems, a leading audiovisual integration company serving the Philadelphia region, offers a cutting-edge telehealth solution through the partnership between PTZOptics and Strongarm Healthcare. At the heart of this partnership lies…
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Philadelphia Eagles and Firstrust Bank Award High School Entrepreneurs in Student Business Pitch Competition
Six teams of students from four high schools in the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey regions recently competed in a business pitch challenge hosted by the Philadelphia Eagles and Firstrust Bank. The competition marked the culmination of the Entrepreneurs Game Plan powered by EVERFI program, a digital learning platform implemented in 30 area high…
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PECO’s Sabrina Brooks Named to City and State PA’s List of Women Blazing New Trails Across the Commonwealth
Sabrina Brooks, PECO’s Director of Customer Strategy and Governance and a board member at the African American Museum in Philadelphia, has been named to City and State Pennsylvania’s 2024 Above & Beyond list of women blazing new trails across the Commonwealth. “This year’s edition features women whose grassroots arts and cultural organizations have become powerful…
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Contingent of Holy Family Students, Faculty, Staff Spend Spring Break in Florida with Habitat for Humanity
Three Holy Family University faculty members and two staff members worked alongside 18 students over Spring Break in Florida at several building sites in Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, North Lauderdale, and Coral Springs as part of a community service project with Habitat for Humanity of Broward County. “This trip was such a rewarding…
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RKL Achieves Industry Excellence with Best of Accounting Award
For the second straight year, RKL, a CPA and advisory firm with an office in Exton, won a 2024 Best of Accounting Award for client satisfaction. The honor from B2B directory ClearlyRated is based on input and ratings received in the firm’s latest client survey. In the survey, RKL earned a world-class Net Promoter Score…
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WSFS Mortgage Study Reveals Positive Attitudes Toward Reverse Mortgages but Also Educational Opportunities
Reverse mortgages are gaining traction as a viable financial strategy for retirees seeking to enhance their cash flow and maintain their lifestyle in their golden years, according to a recent study by WSFS Mortgage, a division of WSFS Bank. The study, which surveyed 750 homeowners aged 60 and older, sheds light on the potential benefits…
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Holy Family University’s Graduate and Adult Admissions to Host Evening with the School of Education on April 17
Holy Family University’s Department of Graduate and Adult Admissions invites area educators and those considering a career in education to an Evening with the School of Education on Wednesday, April 17 at 5 PM in the Education & Technology Center Auditorium on the Philadelphia campus. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet with Holy Family’s…
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Three Keys to Prepping a Family-Owned Business for a Successful Transition
Deciding to sell your family-owned business isn’t just a financial decision; it’s an emotional journey that involves your colleagues, your loved ones, and in many cases, your family’s legacy. As you prepare the company for new ownership, the three to five years leading up to the transition require considerable planning. A recent study noted that 75 percent…
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‘A Major Narrative Change’: Exxon’s Surge Points to Market Shift Not to Be Ignored by Investors
Exxon Mobil’s surge throughout the year put the oil company on par with the leading tech stocks, pointing to an important shift in the market that should not be ignored by investors, in case the narrative changes again, writes James Mackintosh for The Wall Street Journal. When compared to the four top tech stocks, Exxon…
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Culinary Arts Students at Delaware County Community College Win People’s Choice Award at Dessert Competition
Life is sweet for Culinary Arts students at Delaware County Community College. Marian Haller of Pottstown, Lucas Jenkins-Michl of West Chester, and Alan Pickering of Coatesville received the People’s Choice Award at Sweet Charity 2024, a Chester County Community Foundation dessert competition among some of the finest restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in the county. The…
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PECO Goes Dark for Earth Hour
PECO is dedicated to reducing its operations-driven emissions and supporting cleaner energy efforts throughout the region. As part of its goal to educate customers and make a positive impact on the planet, PECO joined hundreds of thousands of participants around the world in recognizing Earth Hour on March 23. From 8:30-9:30 PM, PECO powered down the iconic…
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RKL’s 2023 Regional Transaction Report Tracks M&A Activity
Regional and national mergers and acquisitions (M&A) continued a downward trend in 2023 following the high-water mark set in 2021 for deal activity, according to a new report from advisory firm RKL, which has an office in Exton. The number of transactions in Central and Southeastern Pennsylvania decreased 18 percent versus 2022. When comparing 2023…
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Holy Family University Graduate Oversees Quality of Life in Philadelphia with a Catholic Conscience
The view from Bridget Collins-Greenwald’s seventh-floor office in Philadelphia’s City Hall — a stunning one that overlooks Dilworth Plaza and provides a clear sightline down the beautiful Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the iconic Art Museum — is drastically different from the vantage point of the Marsden Street apartment and Ditman Street rowhouse in Tacony that…
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