Banking & Finance
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How to Improve Your Credit Score: Key Factors and Expert Tips from Citadel Credit Union
How Is Your Credit Score Calculated? Your VantageScore — the score you see when you check your credit — ranges from 350 to 850. Higher is better. It’s made up of five key factors, each weighted differently: Step 1: Pull Your Credit Reports and Fix Errors You can get a free copy of your credit…
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West Chester’s QVC Group to File for Bankruptcy, Plans 90-Day Restructuring
Amid ongoing efforts to manage $6.6 billion in debt, West Chester-based QVC Group has announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company disclosed in a 10-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it intends to file for bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern…
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Citadel Wealth Management’s Impact, Vision Honored by Bank Insurance & Securities Association
Citadel Wealth Management has received the 2026 BISA Impact & Vision Innovator Award from the Bank Insurance & Securities Association, which recognizes organizations that advance financial services through innovation, leadership, and forward-thinking solutions. The national honor highlights Citadel Wealth Management’s continued momentum as a client-focused, growth-oriented wealth management business. The recognition follows the team’s ongoing…
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Ambler’s New Ridge Hall Was Built on Vision — and C&N’s Willingness to Bet on the Unconventional
A once-aging industrial warehouse in Ambler with decades of wear and an uncertain future was recently reimagined as a community gathering place in the likeness of Philadelphia’s famed Reading Terminal Market. A 12,500-square-foot property that houses multiple food and drink vendors and a second-floor event venue, Ridge Hall is now a year-round destination that’s bringing…
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Firstrust Bank, Eagles Award Next Generation of High School Entrepreneurs in Pitch Competition
Five teams of students from four high schools in the Greater Philadelphia region recently competed in a business pitch challenge hosted by Firstrust Bank and the Philadelphia Eagles. The competition marked the culmination of the Entrepreneurs Game Plan powered by the Science of Sport, a digital learning platform used by more than 40 teachers in…
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Visualizing Retirement: A New Way to Plan for Life After Work
Retirement planning has long been framed around numbers. Savings targets, withdrawal rates, and portfolio allocations tend to dominate the conversation. While essential, these elements leave out something equally important: how people understand and connect with their plan. That gap inspired Your Retirement Sketchbook: 125 Retirement Planning Lessons from Financial Experts, a new book that takes…
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What Is a Portfolio, Anyway?
When you hear the word “portfolio,” you may picture complicated charts, confusing terms, and lots of numbers. You’re not alone. Investing terms can sound complex, but the basics are often simpler than they seem. At C&N, we believe that understanding investing basics shouldn’t require a finance degree. Let’s break down the key concepts of an…
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How a Local Healthcare Entrepreneur Built Her Business with Financial Support from C&N
When Dr. Leah Garlan launched her career as a chiropractor at just 23 years old, her ambitions were grounded in something simple: start small, build steadily, and stay focused on patient care. She began in a modest home office, treating patients while quietly laying the foundation for what would become a multi-location healthcare operation spanning…
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Delaware County Leadership: Alex Balagour, EVP and Chief Information Officer, C&N | Banking, Lending, Wealth Management
Alex Balagour, EVP and Chief Information Officer at C&N, spoke with DELCO Today about his globe-hopping childhood as the son of an economist and an electrical engineer from what was then Soviet Ukraine. Balagour immigrated to the U.S. with his parents when he was 16 and spent his youth exploring the offerings of his local…
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Firstrust Bank, Eagles Celebrate the Power of Local Businesses at Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight Event
More than 100 businesses were recently celebrated by Firstrust Bank, the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Eagles through the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a program focused on supporting and promoting businesses across the Greater Philadelphia area. The celebration took place at the Firstrust Bank Club at the Eagles Stadium, bringing together local…
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Firstrust Bank’s SuperBonus Rewards Employees for Shared Success, Builds a Culture That Spans Generations
At many companies, a bonus is a line item on a paycheck. At Firstrust Bank, it has long represented something much larger: a shared milestone tied to the collective efforts of employees across the organization. This year, that philosophy is once again taking center stage. Firstrust Bank, the largest family-owned bank in the Greater Philadelphia…
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First Resource Bank Leader Recognized for Community-Focused Leadership
First Resource Bank is celebrating one of its own following recent recognition, highlighting the impact of strong, people-centered leadership in community banking. Jennifer MacMullen, a member of the bank’s leadership team, was recently recognized in the Philadelphia Business Journal for her commitment to serving customers and strengthening local communities. The acknowledgement underscores her dedication to…
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Save the Date: Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Returns May 20, 2026
Community leaders, nonprofit professionals, donors, and philanthropists are invited to mark their calendars for the 2026 Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit, set for Wednesday, May 20, at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High Street, West Chester). Presented by the FirstBank Charitable Foundation, the free regional summit is designed to inspire thoughtful philanthropy…
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Oaks-Based SEI Partners With IBM to Expand AI Across Its Operations
Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping how businesses operate, and a Montgomery County financial services company is investing in the technology to modernize its operations. Oaks-based SEI announced a new collaboration with IBM. The venture will expand the use of artificial intelligence and automation throughout the company. It will streamline internal workflows, improve efficiency and enhance…
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‘Strong Culture Is the Foundation of Strong Performance’: Citadel Credit Union Appoints New CHRO
Citadel Credit Union has appointed Bonnie Levitt as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Levitt brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources, leadership development, organizational design, compensation, and inclusion. She will lead Citadel’s enterprise-wide people strategy as the organization continues its strategic expansion following its recent charter conversion. As CHRO, Levitt…
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C&N Nationally Recognized for Protecting Older Americans
February was National Senior Independence Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the importance of helping older adults live with dignity, safety, and financial confidence. C&N places high priority on protecting its customers and communities, and its efforts were recognized nationally by the American Bankers Association Foundation. C&N was named a national finalist and received an…
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Meridian Bank Shares Top Six Tips for Protecting Your Business from Email Impostors
Email is one of the most trusted tools in business. It’s how executives give direction, how vendors send invoices, and how major financial transactions are confirmed. But that trust is exactly what criminals are counting on. Business Email Compromise (BEC) is one of the most financially devastating cybercrimes today, largely because individuals and businesses rely…
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Citadel Credit Union Completes Charter Conversion to Broaden Access, Support Responsible Growth
Citadel Credit Union has converted from a community charter to a Federal Multiple Common Bond charter, a strategic move that enables the not-for-profit, member-owned financial institution to broaden membership eligibility and serve more individuals, families, and businesses across a wider regional footprint. The milestone advances Citadel’s long-term strategy to grow with discipline while preserving its…
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