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Brumbaugh Wealth Management: Crowdfunding Gains Momentum as Capital for the 21st Century
One of the earliest examples of crowdfunding occurred in 1884 when funds ran short for building the Statue of Liberty’s pedestal. The publisher Joseph Pulitzer used his newspaper to appeal to Americans to donate the money needed to complete the pedestal’s construction. Over $100,000 in six months was raised from more than 125,000 people.¹ But…
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WSFS Bank: Why This Winter Could Be a Great Time to Get Back into House Hunting
Over the past two years, the real estate market has pivoted many times. Depending on where you live, you might have experienced a hold on the market at the beginning of COVID-19, then there was a slight dip as the unknown of the pandemic loomed, and finally the market that we have been experiencing this…
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First Resource: A Small Bank That Offers Big Benefits
With a financial institution seemingly on every street corner, choosing where to bank can appear like a daunting task. However, it’s actually quite simple when you choose the one voted “Best Bank in Chester County” — First Resource Bank — for the past five years. The designation is proof that the best things often come…
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Citadel Credit Union Hires Phil Sutliff as Head of Business Banking
Citadel Credit Union has hired Phil Sutliff as its Head of Business Banking. Sutliff joins Citadel from Blue Federal Credit Union in Colorado, where he served as the Vice President of Business Banking, and he previously held leadership roles at both Santander Bank and Bank of America. At Citadel, Sutliff will focus on building and…
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WilmU Grad Named New Executive Director of Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce
The Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce has appointed Wilmington University graduate Rachel Cathell to replace Donna Steltz as Executive Director. Steltz is retiring at the end of this year after 20 years at the helm. Cathell has served as the Western Chester County Chamber Communications Coordinator for the past four years, during which she…
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Brumbaugh Wealth Management Offers 2021 Year-End Tax Tips
Here are some things to consider from Brumbaugh Wealth Management as you weigh potential tax moves between now and the end of the year: 1. Defer income to next year Consider opportunities to defer income to 2022, particularly if you think you may be in a lower tax bracket then. For example, you may be…
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DELCO Careers – Qlik
Based in King of Prussia and operating in more than 100 countries, Qlik helps enterprises around the world move faster, work smarter, and lead the way forward with an end-to-end solution for getting value out of data. Its platform is the only one on the market that allows for open-ended, curiosity-driven exploration, giving everyone — at any…
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‘We’re Quickly Growing Here’: Need for More Elbow Room Prompts Meridian Bank to Purchase Building in Exton
After outgrowing its Malvern headquarters, Meridian Bank has purchased a 32,800-square-foot office building in Exton. The site will be used for the expansion of the financial services company, writes Natalie Kostelni for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Meridian bought 367 Eagleview Boulevard for $3.69 million from Willner Properties, which acquired the site that was vacated by…
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Bryn Mawr-Based Hill Top Prep Makes ‘Landmark’ Announcement with Appointment of New Headmaster
Bryn Mawr’s Hill Top Preparatory School, which serves students in grades 5-12 with neurodiverse learning differences, has appointed Kevin M.R. Mayne as its new Headmaster. Mayne — who is currently Vice President for Enrollment Management at Landmark College, a school for students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism — will replace Thomas W. Needham, who…
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Malvern Bank: Insurance Is ‘Snow’ Joke
Are you ready for winter? For many of us, being prepared for the cold winter months means replacing your warm-weather wardrobe (shorts, swimming suits, short-sleeve shirts) with winter attire (heavy coats, sweaters, snow boots, etc.). But what about your home? According to Covered, an independent insurance agency and digital resource for information on insurance, your…
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Listed on National Register of Historic Places, 18th-Century Inn in Chesco Now Renovated and Up for Sale
After having undergone an extensive renovation, the West Whiteland Inn, which boasts an illustrious history that predates the Declaration of Independence and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is now on the market. The West Whiteland Inn, where George Washington is rumored to have slept, is located in central Chester County, one…
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Wilmington University Helping to Rethink What It Takes to Teach
An assistant professor from Wilmington University’s College of Education is leading a team of teachers and school officials as part of a national effort to examine the entry requirements for education degrees and the teaching profession. Earlier this year, the Delaware Department of Education selected Dr. Michele Brewer, the COE’s chair of Technology, Assessment, and Compliance, to direct the state’s…
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As Presenting Sponsor, Meridian Bank Helps United Way of Chester County Launch First Annual Golf Outing
United Way of Chester County will host its First Annual Golf Outing on April 26 on the lush, picturesque greens of Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester. Participants will unite for the worthy cause of contributing vital support to UWCC in its fight for the education, health, and financial stability of every person in…
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Immaculata University to Host December Admissions Events for Adult Undergraduates and Grad Students
Immaculata University will hold two admissions events in December, an on-campus session for adult undergraduates on Saturday, Dec. 11 and an online open house for graduate students on Monday, Dec. 13. Immaculata’s College of Adult Professional Studies will host the Dec. 11 event from 10 AM-12 PM for adult students interested in earning an associate…
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Malvern Bank’s Mortgage Minute: Best Home Improvements That Will Boost Your Home’s Value
Every year, American homeowners spend more than $400 billion on home renovations. The average home remodel project costs between $3,000 and $25,000, depending on the scale of the renovations. Large-scale and whole-home renovations can go as high as $150,000 from beginning to end. But what are the best home improvements that will increase your home…
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Energy Transfer, Sunoco Raise $1.6 Million to Fund Pediatric Cancer Research
Energy Transfer and Sunoco have donated $1.6 million to MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital in Houston through a fundraising campaign. The cornerstone of the annual campaign is personal donations from the more than 10,000 Energy Transfer and Sunoco employees. The 2021 donation total also includes matching funds from Dallas-based Energy Transfer and a donation from…
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Find Out How to Make Your Move with a WilmU Degree or Certificate at a Virtual Open House on Wednesday
Find out how to make your move with a Wilmington University degree or certificate at a Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 7 AM-7 PM. At this event, you will be able to: Chat live with Wilmington University faculty and staff starting at 11 AM, and learn about WilmU’s academic colleges, financial aid,…
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Penn State Great Valley Chancellor James Nemes to Retire
Penn State Great Valley chancellor James Nemes has announced his decision to retire effective July 1, 2022, after more than a decade of service to the campus. “Penn State Great Valley has made great strides under Dr. Nemes’s leadership,” said Kelly Austin, interim senior vice president for Commonwealth Campuses and executive chancellor at Penn State.…
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