Potential investment opportunities in the borough were the main focus of the Pottstown Investor’s Conference held on April 27 at The Hill School, according to a staff report from The Hill School News.

Around 65 current and prospective investors took part in the conference that was sponsored by The Hill School and the Hobart’s Run initiative. The event was coordinated by Twila Fisher, the school’s Manager of Community and Economic Development.

The aim was to encourage both real estate and business development in Pottstown. In addition, there were various panels that included regional government officials, nonprofit directors, residents, parents and alumni.

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Scott Bentley of Pottstown’s VideoRay was one of the many who praised the town’s architecture. He also emphasized the natural beauty of the Schuylkill River trail and the resources provided by Montgomery County Community College.

“I don’t know of anywhere else with such a combination of resources and relatively inexpensive investment opportunities,” said Bentley.

John Giannopoulos of Sly Fox Brewing Company added that the High Street is one of many features that make Pottstown perfect for development.

“It would be great to see even more restaurants down there, and to increase the critical mass” of businesses,” he said.

Read more about the conference at The Hill School News by clicking here.