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Second Time Around: Financially Troubled Tower Health Receives Offer from Joint Venture
After previously deciding against bidding for the financially troubled Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network and StoneBridge Health have reconsidered. John George covered the change of mind for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Allentown-based health system and Bucks County-based hospital turnaround company have now made an offer. The joint venture revives interest in Tower Health…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Eric Donovan
Eric Donovan was born in Norristown, just a few blocks from where he currently works as the Chief Operating Officer for the Elmwood Park Zoo. “My first “official” job was actually working where I still work today, the Elmwood Park Zoo, in 2004! The zoo was a very different place than it was when I…
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New CEO of West Chester-based Qurate Ready to Lead Transformation of QVC, HSN
David Rawlinson II, the new CEO of West Chester-based Qurate, is ready to lead the transformation of QVC and the company’s other brands. He intends to shift the media conglomerate’s primary focus to e-commerce, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Rawlinson is no stranger to impactful transformations. As a student at The Citadel…
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Philadelphia Among Top Office, Industrial Performers Coming Out of Pandemic
Philadelphia has ranked among the top office and industrial performers coming out of COVID-19, according to a new report by commercial real estate advisory firm Newmark Group, writes Ashley Fahey for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Newmark Opportunity Index studied nearly two dozen cities in the United States. The research focused on economic and commercial…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Rose Emrick
Rose Emrick’s career path has led her to many places throughout Pennsylvania. “Continuing my education is extremely important to me. While my journey has been different from my peers, I know the value in sharing my story,” she explains. She is the Senior Vice President, Chief of Staff at Malvern Bank, National Association. “While working…
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Hotel Industry Starting to Rebound, Yet Two Montgomery County Hotels Are Up For Auction
As the hotel industry looks to rebound, two local hotels that went through foreclosure before the pandemic will go up for auction later this month, writes Laura Smythe for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Interested buyers will be able to bid online for SpringHill Suites Philadelphia Willow Grove and Homewood Suites Lansdale from July 26 to…
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Jersey Shore Bathhouses Harken Back to a Different Era for Montco Daytrippers
These days, most Montgomery County visitors to the Jersey Shore go back to their rentals, their condominiums or their hotels to shower after a day on the beach. But there was a time when bathhouses dotted the beach landscape by the hundreds, providing essential sand removal before traveling home, writes Jason Nark for The Philadelphia…
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Local Couple’s Transplanted Garden a Certified Wildlife Habitat
When they moved from West Chester to Downingtown, retirees Gary and Susan Erb took more than their furniture and closet contents. They transported their entire garden, writes Sally Downey for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “We were spending more time at home and wanted more space to garden,” said Susan. Before moving, the pair dug up 399…
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Spring-Ford Grad Receives Call of His Dreams to Play Ball for Toronto Blue Jays
Spring-Ford Area High School graduate Conor Larkin has been selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the ninth round of the MLB Draft, writes Owen McCue for The Pottstown Mercury. Larkin was sitting at his Royersford home with his parents when he received the call he had dreamed of his entire life. “It was one…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Reverend Khristi Adams
Reverend Khristi Adams is the Dean of Spiritual Life & Equity and an instructor of Religious Studies at The Hill School in Pottstown. She is a speaker, youth advocate, and ordained Baptist minister, as well as an author. She recently published Parable of the Brown Girl which was released right before the pandemic in February…
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Forbes: Abington Scientist Dr. Katalin Karikó Featured Among 50 Over 50
Abington Scientist Dr. Katalin Karikó, whose research proved crucial in the development of the first two COVID-19 vaccines, is featured among Forbes’ 50 Over 50, write Elana Lyn Gross and Lisette Voytko for Forbes. Karikó immigrated from Hungary to Philadelphia in 1985 with her husband and daughter. The family stashed its entire savings that came…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Dave Zellers
Dave Zellers is the Director of Commerce of Montgomery County and is most proud of how his career continues to evolve. “I am fortunate to have worked all throughout Pennsylvania while developing great friendships on each step of the journey,” he states. He credits several people in his journey: “There are 2 teachers and 4…
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Plymouth Meeting Native’s Father Jim Praised By Pope Francis for His Unwavering Support of LGBTQ+ Community
Plymouth Meeting native Rev. James Martin SJ, known better as Father Jim, received praise from Pope Francis for his unwavering support of the LGBTQ+ Americans, writes Gerald Farinas for Go Pride. “I want to thank you for your pastoral zeal and your ability to be close to people, with the closeness that Jesus had, and…
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MontcoStrong 2021 Nonprofit Resiliency Grant Program Applications Open July 19, 2021
The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners announced that a total of $5 million will be made available to nonprofit agencies, who suffered disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, through the MontcoStrong 2021 Nonprofit Resiliency Grant Program. Applications will open on July 19, 2021, at noon and will close on August 10, 2021. “Nonprofit organizations that…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Jennifer Shemtob
Jennifer Shemtob is always looking for teachable moments, either as a teacher or a student. “I was a teacher in the Lower Merion School District for years and getting a contract in LMSD was a huge accomplishment of mine,” Jennifer explains. “Most recently, setting my mind to launching Teacher Time To Go and building the…
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Montgomery County Gets Boost from Holiday Visitors as Tourism Makes a Comeback in the Philadelphia Region
The local economy received a major boost from visitors during the Fourth of July weekend as tourism continues to make a comeback following the easing of the pandemic, according to a staff report from CBS3 Philly. Many tourists decided to spend Independence Day in America’s birthplace as the economy slowly rebuilds and recovers in the…
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2021 Montco Millennial Superstar: Ryan Ball
Ryan Ball’s very first job was at Sports Unlimited at the retail store in the Plymouth Meeting Mall when he was 16, and now he is the President. Ryan Ball credits his Dad, Uncle Dave, and his cousin Mike for their help and support to get him where he is today. “Sports Unlimited has been…
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Montgomery County Community College Launches ‘Montco on the Move’ Podcast
The stories of the people who help make Montgomery County Community College great are as interesting and unique as they are diverse. Now you’ll get a chance to hear all about them. MCCC has launched the “Montco on the Move” podcast. Join hosts Molly Hafner, director of Marketing, and Jared Brown, assistant dean of Academic…
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