• WSFS Bank Names Allan Matyger Chief Information Officer

    WSFS Bank Names Allan Matyger Chief Information Officer

    Allan Matyger has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer at WSFS Bank. He will report to Chief Operating Officer Arthur Bacci and join the bank’s executive leadership team. “Under Allan’s leadership, WSFS will continue to strengthen our technology to deliver exceptional experiences for our clients and associates alike,” said Bacci. In his new…

  • Car Enthusiasts, Sponsors, and Spectators Show Their Support at North Montco’s Fourth Annual Car Show

    Car Enthusiasts, Sponsors, and Spectators Show Their Support at North Montco’s Fourth Annual Car Show

    On the first Saturday in May, the North Montco Educational Foundation hosted its fourth annual car show fundraiser. More than 85 vehicles registered for the event and had the chance to win first- or second-place trophies in one of six categories (street rods, antique-classic-survivor, muscle car, truck, import, custom body, and modified). North Montco’s Automotive…

  • Unlocking Workforce Potential: Seven Signs It’s Time for an Assessment in 2025

    Unlocking Workforce Potential: Seven Signs It’s Time for an Assessment in 2025

    As an executive leader navigating the complexities of 2025, you face a myriad of challenges, from wage inflation and rising operational costs to macroeconomic uncertainty and the rapid pace of HR technology innovation. Recognizing the signs that indicate the need for a workforce assessment is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring your organization…

  • PECO Prepared to Meet Increased Energy Demands and Extreme Summer Weather

    PECO Prepared to Meet Increased Energy Demands and Extreme Summer Weather

    With the official start of summer next month, PECO has been hard at work ensuring the company’s critical electric infrastructure is prepared to handle increased demand as temperatures heat up with the changing season. This proactive effort also includes infrastructure work to strengthen the local energy grid to help prevent those outages that can be…

  • Penn Dry Goods Market at Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg Returns May 16-17

    Penn Dry Goods Market at Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg Returns May 16-17

    The annual Penn Dry Goods Market, a textile-focused antiques and vintage show with dealers hailing from all over the state and beyond, will be held on Friday, May 16 from 10 AM-5 PM and Saturday, May 17 from 10 AM-3 PM at the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center in Pennsburg. The event benefits the Schwenkfelder…

  • Philly’s Trail Network Is Growing — but What’s Standing in the Way?

    Philly’s Trail Network Is Growing — but What’s Standing in the Way?

    On a Saturday, April 26, people gathered at the foot of the Ben Franklin Bridge — not for a protest or parade, but for a leisurely walk and celebration with an important message. It was one of eight events happening on Circuit Trails around the region for Celebrate Trails Day, an annual springtime celebration of…

  • IBX Launches Celebrate Caring Campaign to Recognize Outstanding Nurses, ‘the Backbone of Healthcare’

    IBX Launches Celebrate Caring Campaign to Recognize Outstanding Nurses, ‘the Backbone of Healthcare’

    Independence Blue Cross is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Celebrate Caring campaign, which highlights extraordinary nurses in the region. Members of the community can help IBX recognize those special nurses who demonstrate a continued excellence when caring for others by submitting nominations starting now, during National Nurses Week. Nominations will be accepted through May 31.…

  • PECO Advancing Tree and Vegetation Management Initiatives to Reduce Outages, Enhance Service Reliability

    PECO Advancing Tree and Vegetation Management Initiatives to Reduce Outages, Enhance Service Reliability

    PECO is executing a strategic tree and vegetation management program across its southeastern Pennsylvania service area to help reduce power outages caused by severe weather, support infrastructure enhancements, and improve the overall safety and reliability of electric service for customers. Trees and other vegetation account for approximately 40 percent of power outages across the region,…

  • Eagles and Firstrust Bank Award High School Entrepreneurs in Student Business Pitch Competition

    Eagles and Firstrust Bank Award High School Entrepreneurs in Student Business Pitch Competition

    Five teams of students from four high schools in the Greater Philadelphia region recently competed in a business pitch challenge hosted by the Philadelphia Eagles and Firstrust Bank. The competition marked the culmination of the Entrepreneurs Game Plan powered by the Science of Sport program, a digital learning platform implemented in 35 area high schools…

  • After 13 Years of Service, Pam Kelly to Step Down as CEO of Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montco

    After 13 Years of Service, Pam Kelly to Step Down as CEO of Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montco

    After 13 years of dedicated leadership, Pam Kelly will step down as President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County, effective June 30. Kelly leaves behind a legacy of integrity, vision, and service. During her tenure, she guided the chamber through a period of remarkable growth, innovation, and resilience. Under her…

  • Letting Go to Level Up: SimplyPut Consulting’s Back-Office Transformation

    Letting Go to Level Up: SimplyPut Consulting’s Back-Office Transformation

    At SimplyPut Consulting, we specialize in helping businesses streamline operations and unlock growth through tailored, transformative ERP (enterprise resource planning) solutions. Whether our clients are scaling for the first time or optimizing for the next stage of growth, we implement the systems and processes that drive clarity, control, and measurable results.  But like many fast-moving…

  • Police Athletic League of Philadelphia Honors Firstrust Bank CEO Tim Abell at Annual Awards Gala

    Police Athletic League of Philadelphia Honors Firstrust Bank CEO Tim Abell at Annual Awards Gala

    For decades, Firstrust Bank has been a steadfast supporter of the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia’s mission of “Cops Helping Kids.” The bank’s mission to cultivate prosperity for its customers, employees, and the communities it serves dovetails seamlessly with PAL’s work, as both organizations are helping to build a Philadelphia where everyone — especially the…

  • Citadel Heart of Learning Awards Honor Most Inspiring Teachers Throughout Greater Philadelphia

    Citadel Heart of Learning Awards Honor Most Inspiring Teachers Throughout Greater Philadelphia

    Citadel Credit Union has announced the 2025 recipients of its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, recognizing 32 exceptional teachers from across Citadel’s Greater Philadelphia footprint, including Bucks, Chester, Montgomery, Lancaster, Delaware, and Philadelphia counties. With this year’s distribution of more than $85,000 in grants, a 44 percent increase over last year, Citadel continues its 24-year…

  • Haverford Systems Champions Sustainability and ‘Solutions That Extend Beyond the Audiovisual World’

    Haverford Systems Champions Sustainability and ‘Solutions That Extend Beyond the Audiovisual World’

    When it comes to protecting the environment and strengthening local communities, Haverford Systems, a leading audiovisual integration company based in Downingtown, isn’t just talking the talk — it’s walking the walk. Through its recently updated Corporate Social Responsibility Charter, Haverford Systems has made environmental stewardship, ethical sourcing, and community outreach core pillars of its business…

  • Gov. Shapiro’s Proposal to Protect Our Seniors and the Lottery Deserves Bipartisan Support

    Gov. Shapiro’s Proposal to Protect Our Seniors and the Lottery Deserves Bipartisan Support

    Given the charged political environment that we are enduring, I am hopeful that lawmakers will come to a consensus in support of a key component of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2025-26 budget proposal: the need to protect older Pennsylvanians who rely on programs funded by our state lottery. Our state lottery is the only one in…

  • How GMercyU Is Meeting the Next Great Need in Healthcare

    How GMercyU Is Meeting the Next Great Need in Healthcare

    Now more than ever, there is a critical demand for healthcare professionals — across all disciplines. Gwynedd Mercy University is meeting this need head on — by following in the footsteps of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy, whose “get it done” mentality has impacted the institution and its “Distinctive Mercy Graduates” for more than…

  • GMercyU Named an ‘Opportunity University’ for Student Access, Earnings

    GMercyU Named an ‘Opportunity University’ for Student Access, Earnings

    Gwynedd Mercy University is ranked as a top “Opportunity College and University” in the new Student Access and Earnings Classification by the Carnegie Foundation. This classification measures both earnings after college and the accessibility of a college education regardless of socioeconomic background. GMercyU is among only 16 percent of the nation’s colleges and universities designated…

  • DelVal Partners with CHOP for ‘Food as Medicine’ Program

    DelVal Partners with CHOP for ‘Food as Medicine’ Program

    Delaware Valley University has partnered with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on its impactful “Food as Medicine” program. Through this collaboration, DelVal will cultivate and deliver fresh, locally grown produce from its campus farms to support food-insecure patients and their families receiving care at CHOP. Beginning in June and continuing through Thanksgiving, DelVal will coordinate bi-weekly…