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India Rises to Philadelphia’s Third-Largest Market for International Visitation
Philadelphia’s growing popularity among travelers from India has recently propelled the nation to become the city’s third-largest international market, writes Kuhelika Roy Choudhury for Travel Trends Today, India’s leading travel trade magazine. With a 17 percent increase in the number of visitors from India in 2023, India has now surpassed traditional European markets, establishing itself…
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5 Reasons Why Normandy Farm Is the Perfect Venue for Your Next Corporate Retreat
Planning a corporate retreat involves balancing the need for meeting spaces with opportunities for productive discussion, team-building, bonding around the dinner table, and relaxation. Normandy Farm offers an ideal blend of these elements, making it the perfect choice for your next corporate event. Here are five key reasons why Normandy Farm stands out as the ultimate venue…
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New Head of School Feels Deep Connection to Abington Friends School’s Quaker Values
Dr. Nicole Hood’s recent appointment as the 10th head of Abington Friends School marks a historic moment for the institution, writes Kyle Nguyen for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As the first woman of color to lead the school since its founding in 1697, Hood brings nearly 20 years of experience in education administration. Her previous…
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West Chester Dance Works Partners with Local Tech Innovator PTZOptics
West Chester Dance Works recently teamed up with Downingtown-based PTZOptics to create a stunning video production that is turning heads in the community. The project — featuring talented dancers Audrey Hammitt, Carlijn de Bruijn, and Inaijah Meaux-Hall — showcases the cutting-edge capabilities of PTZOptics’ award-winning auto-tracking cameras. The partnership brings together the creative energy of…
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End-of-Summer Energy-Saving Tips from PECO
As summer temperatures rise, you and your family may find energy bills increasing due to higher cooling demands. With the summer season winding down, there’s still time to enhance your home’s comfort and energy efficiency before cold weather arrives. Here are five easy tips to help use less energy: For additional year-round savings, PECO offers…
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Why Consider a Pooled Employer Plan for Your 401(k) Plan
As a business owner, you shoulder a tremendous number of responsibilities to ensure you are offering a competitive benefits package to your employees. Now, thanks to a 401(k) alternative known as a “PEP” or “Pooled Employer Plan,” you can focus on your core business activities while shifting the responsibilities and liabilities of administering a plan…
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Independence Blue Cross Champions Share Food Program
For more than 85 years, Independence Blue Cross has been deeply committed to partnering with organizations helping to improve the health and well-being of people throughout the Philadelphia region. The company’s longstanding relationship with Share Food Program demonstrates how partnerships between nonprofits and programs, like the IBX Blue Crew, can achieve the greatest possible impact on the…
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Golf with Saquon Barkley, Meet and Greet with Nick Foles: Cool Items, Experiences Available Via Eagles Radiothon
The Eagles Radiothon Presented by Firstrust Bank and The Green Family Foundation is now underway. Bidding will close on Thursday, Aug. 29 at 5 PM. All proceeds support the Eagles Autism Foundation’s mission to raise funds for innovative autism research and care programs in Philadelphia, throughout the country, and globally. This year’s auction features: As…
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Partnership with American Community Journals Is Foundational to Meridian Bank’s Marketing Magic
In the wake of the Great Recession, the banking industry has had to endure an ongoing public-relations challenge, according to Jessica Annas, Meridian Bank’s Senior Vice President of Marketing. “Banks were kind of unfairly viewed as the scapegoat for the Great Recession,” she said. “There weren’t a lot of positive stories about banks in the…
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MONTCO Careers – Firstrust Bank
Founded 90 years ago, Firstrust Bank is the largest family-owned commercial bank in the region. Firstrust’s promise is to empower its customers’ success by offering them the most tailored, state-of-the-art banking solutions they can get, along with advice on how to best manage their finances, build their businesses, and overcome financial challenges. Firstrust is looking…
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PECO’s EV Investment: Rebates, Charging Stations, and Savings Tools to Simplify Your Switch to Electric Vehicles
PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas delivery company and provider of energy to millions of customers in the Greater Philadelphia region, is on a Path to Clean, working with its parent company Exelon to reduce its operations-driven emissions by 50 percent by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. To meet these aggressive targets,…
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Investors Preparing for More Turbulence Following Return of Market Volatility
Following the return of market volatility after roughly 18 months of slumber, investors are preparing for more turbulence over the coming period, writes David Uberti for The Wall Street Journal. Turbulence has mounted for about a month, culminating last week when the S&P 500 logged both its best and worst days since 2022. Traders have…
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Renting Out Your Vacation Property? Consider the Tax Impact, Advises DunlapSLK
Whether you’re considering vacation home ownership or already own a vacation home, renting out a vacation property can have significant tax consequences that vary depending on the number of days the property is rented versus used personally, advises DunlapSLK, a CPA and business advisory firm based in Chalfont. If the property is rented out for…
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Level Up: Building an Esports Program with Haverford Systems’ A/V Technology
With esports on the rise, it’s no surprise that high schools and colleges are embracing the trend by launching competitive teams and full-scale programs. What started as a hobby has grown into a booming industry, with millions of fans tuning in to watch their favorite teams compete in games like League of Legends, Overwatch, and…
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Firstrust Bank Supports VetFest, a Family-Friendly Event Celebrating Local Veteran-Owned Businesses
Firstrust Bank is proud to sponsor VetFest, an event hosted by Greencastle Consulting at its headquarters on Chesterfield Parkway in Malvern on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 11 AM-4 PM. Attendees of the family-friendly event can expect a vibrant atmosphere with nearly 60 vendors, including food trucks, breweries, wineries, distilleries, craft vendors, and veteran service organizations.…
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Newsweek Names Citadel Credit Union One of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions of 2024
Citadel Credit Union has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions of 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. The recognition highlights Citadel’s commitment to delivering financial wellness and opportunity to the communities it serves. Citadel has long been committed to providing its members with superior financial products and services. This…
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5 Ways to Streamline Payments and Protect Your Small Business
Running a small business requires owners to make many daily decisions, including how to handle payments. Checks have long been a staple in business transactions due to their familiarity and straightforwardness; however, the evolving financial landscape presents alternative payment methods that can be more efficient and secure. Here are tips to streamline and secure your…
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Church Farm School Names Lisa Sembrot Its First-Ever Director of Human Resources
The Church Farm School has named Lisa Sembrot its first-ever Director of Human Resources. Sembrot has worked in HR since 1994 and brings a wealth of experience and expertise to CFS. In her new role, she will lead all areas of human resources, including performance management, employee relations, recruitment and retention, salary and wage administration,…
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