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Why It’s Important to Have Workplace Friendships
Having a good relationship with your co-workers is crucial for satisfaction in the workplace. Yet, only 20 percent of U.S. adults say they have a friend at work, writes Jamie Ducharme for Time magazine. Psychologists say that positive work relationships can contribute overall to your well-being. Research states that higher job performance is also…
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Tech Firm Boomi Hopes King of Prussia Move Fuels Growth
Chester County-based Boomi is eyeing a new space in King of Prussia. One of the most successful start-ups in the area, Boomi’s CEO Steve Lucas is looking to expand internationally and is confident that the company can soon generate $1 billion in revenue from its new location. The company provides cloud software to Dropbox,…
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Wells Fargo’s Conshohocken Office Gets Familiar Face
Wells Fargo’s Conshohocken’s office will be seeing a new face. After serving as the executive Upstate New York and Eastern Canada, Tara Handforth is heading back to her stomping grounds. She will be the division executive for the mid-Atlantic region, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Handforth has an impressive resume of…
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Linfield Cleaning Business Keeps Cancer Patients Homes Squeaky Clean
A Linfield cleaning service is helping cancer patients have a clean home without harmful chemicals. The Natural Clean Queen was founded by Nicole Fox in 2017. Six months into launching her cleaning service business, she started to make her own products, free from harsh, harmful chemicals. “Our purpose and passion is to educate our local community…
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Jenkintown Couple Take Picturesque Engagement Photos on 1960s Picnic Boat
The mid-point between Jenkintown and Lancaster was the beginning of a Fishtown couple’s marriage journey. Oakbourne Mansion in West Chester was where 28-year-old Aidan Hamilton proposed to his fiancée Jasmine Nguyen last March. This spot was important since it was the perfect place for Aidan’s family from Jenkintown, and Jasmine’s from Lancaster to congregate. …
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is looking for a candidate to fill the role of the Part-Time Career Coach position. The Part-Time Career Coach assists students and alumni with identifying career goals, developing leadership skills, and planningcareer moves as well as fostering strong and mutually rewarding partnerships with industry, training, and community partners. This position is…
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Montgomery County Travelers Can Hop to Delaware Airport for a Cheap Beach Getaway
Montgomery County travelers can benefit from the expansion of Avelo Airlines in Delaware. The Houston-based airline operates out of Wilmington Airport and flies to five destinations, writes Jacob Owens for the Delaware Business Times. Now the commercial airline is adding nine additional destinations to five new states. Montgomery County residents can take a quick…
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John Wilkes Booth ‘Wanted’ Poster Owned by Philadelphia Area Collector Fetches $166K at Auction
A rare John Wilkes Booth “wanted” poster that was displayed on a tree in the Philadelphia area after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln has been auctioned online by Los Angeles-based Nate D. Sanders Auctions for $166,375. Franki Rudnesky reported the artifact’s surfacing in Philly Voice. The item that was auctioned off on April 27…
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Philadelphia Tops List of Cities Where Inflation Is Rising Most
Philadelphia came out on the top among the nation’s 22 largest metropolitan areas based on where inflation is rising the most, according to a recently released report by WalletHub. To determine in which cities inflation is rising more quickly than others, WalletHub compared the 22 metropolitan areas across two key metrics related to the Consumer…
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MONTCO Careers —Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is looking for the perfect candidate for the the Accounting Instructor/Assistant Professor position. The selected applicant is responsible for teaching assigned courses in a manner that facilitates student learning and mastery of course material. Faculty also participate in course and curriculum development, program and course assessment, student advisement, college service, and…
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Watch Out, Uber/Lyft: SEPTA Considers Rideshare Service in Montgomery County
SEPTA is planning to implement its own answer to Uber and Lyft, an on-demand rideshare service whose coverage includes Montgomery County, where fixed bus routes do not make economic sense but residents still want a transit option. Thomas Fitzgerald rolled out the details in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposal is part of SEPTA’s ongoing comprehensive…
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This Black Hair Beauty Brand Quadrupled Sales after Opening in King of Prussia Mall
A Philadelphia beauty startup that sells products for natural Black hair can now be found in King of Prussia Mall. Zenn Hair Care, which Aurora Teasly launched in June 2020, has quadrupled in sales last year. Lisa Dukart combed through its details for her Philadelphia Business Journal story. Teasly was interested in hair styling since…
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How to Recognize Traits of a Good Boss
Finding a good boss is crucial for workplace happiness and your own mental health. Your relationship with your boss has a huge impact on your daily life. Here are good qualities to identify in a potential boss, according to FlexJobs. They’re Invested in Success A great boss knows that a successful workplace comes with…
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Forbes Gives Haverford College an “A+” for Its Financial Management
Haverford College, located in its namesake community in Montgomery County, earned an A+ in Forbes’ 2023 college financial grades. The publication ranked 900 private colleges on their “operational viability” and balance sheets. Also on the list was all the Ivies, including: Many other colleges, however, missed the boat. Private liberal arts colleges have kept…
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Piscataway Firm Buys Two Bala Cynwyd Office Buildings, Attracted by Area’s ‘Churn’ and ‘Excitement’
A New Jersey real estate firm is building its presence in Bala Cynwyd. Piscataway-based Norden Realty Investments purchased two three-story buildings: 225 City Ave. (at $19.25 million) and 15 Kings Grant Drive (at $20.5 million). Paul Schwedelson reported the transactions in the Philadelphia Business Journal. Norden Realty Investments’ leaders want to transform the office buildings into…
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Mother’s Day at Normandy Farm Includes All-You-Can-Eat Brunch and Fine-Dining Experience
Normandy Farm has the perfect gift for the hardworking mom this Mother’s Day. Guests can treat their mothers to a feast on Sunday, May 14. The Normandy Brunch Buffet will take place in the Grand Ballroom from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The robust brunch buffet features house-made pastries and made-to-order pancakes and waffles. For…
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Four Signs You Need to Change Careers
If you’re dissatisfied with your professional life, it might mean you need to make a major change. This might mean changing the trajectory of your career. Here are signs it’s time to make that pivot, according to GoBankingRates.com. You’re Mentally Drained If you’re dreading, going into the office (or logging on) every morning and…
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Montgomery County Community College Names Dr. Chae E. Sweet Vice President of Academic Affairs
Montgomery County Community College is announcing Dr. Chae E. Sweet as the next Vice President of Academic Affairs. “Dr. Sweet is an accomplished, innovative administrator with commendable credentials and more than 20 years of community college experience, who will strategically advance MCCC’s academic programs,” said Montgomery County Community College President Dr. Victoria L. Bastecki-Perez. “I…
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