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Penn Community Bank Expands Leadership Role for Charles Field to Drive Strategic Growth
Penn Community Bank recently shared an evolution in its executive leadership structure designed to strengthen alignment between strategy, operations, and financial performance as the organization continues to grow. Effective Mar. 27, Charles Field will serve as the bank’s President and Chief Financial Officer. In this expanded role, Field will continue to serve as Chief Financial…
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How a Local Healthcare Entrepreneur Built Her Business with Financial Support from C&N
When Dr. Leah Garlan launched her career as a chiropractor at just 23 years old, her ambitions were grounded in something simple: start small, build steadily, and stay focused on patient care. She began in a modest home office, treating patients while quietly laying the foundation for what would become a multi-location healthcare operation spanning…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Alex Balagour, EVP and Chief Information Officer, C&N | Banking, Lending, Wealth Management
Alex Balagour, EVP and Chief Information Officer at C&N, spoke with MONTCO Today about his globe-hopping childhood as the son of an economist and an electrical engineer from what was then Soviet Ukraine. Balagour immigrated to the U.S. with his parents when he was 16 and spent his youth exploring the offerings of his local…
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Former Cantaloupe CEO Stephen Herbert Leads New SPAC, Seeking Merger Target
Led by Stephen Herbert, former leader of Malvern-based Cantaloupe, Armada Acquisition Corp. III is looking for a merger target after raising $248.5 million in an initial public offering, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The special purpose acquisition company, also known as SPAC, is the third Armada vehicle led by CEO Herbert and President Doug Lurio. Herbert…
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Firstrust Bank, Eagles Celebrate the Power of Local Businesses at Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight Event
More than 100 businesses were recently celebrated by Firstrust Bank, the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Eagles through the Brotherly Shove Business Spotlight, a program focused on supporting and promoting businesses across the Greater Philadelphia area. The celebration took place at the Firstrust Bank Club at the Eagles Stadium, bringing together local…
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Firstrust Bank’s SuperBonus Rewards Employees for Shared Success, Builds a Culture That Spans Generations
At many companies, a bonus is a line item on a paycheck. At Firstrust Bank, it has long represented something much larger: a shared milestone tied to the collective efforts of employees across the organization. This year, that philosophy is once again taking center stage. Firstrust Bank, the largest family-owned bank in the Greater Philadelphia…
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Saint Rocco’s Treats: A Recipe for Success Goes from Small Batch to Big Impact
Saint Rocco’s Treats began in a home kitchen, where two brothers turned a passion for creating high-quality treats for their pup into a growing local brand. What started as small batch recipes and a shared dream quickly evolved into a thriving manufacturing operation with a mission to deliver better food and a bigger impact for…
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Save the Date: Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Returns May 20, 2026
Community leaders, nonprofit professionals, donors, and philanthropists are invited to mark their calendars for the 2026 Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit, set for Wednesday, May 20, at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High Street, West Chester). Presented by the FirstBank Charitable Foundation, the free regional summit is designed to inspire thoughtful philanthropy…
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Kelly Boyle of Penn Community Bank Appointed to Board of Trustees of Walnut Street Theatre
Kelly Boyle, Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility & Government Affairs at Penn Community Bank, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre. Founded in 1808, the Walnut Street Theatre is recognized as the nation’s continuously operating theatre. The organization’s mission is to sustain the tradition of professional theatre while…
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Oaks-Based SEI Partners With IBM to Expand AI Across Its Operations
Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping how businesses operate, and a Montgomery County financial services company is investing in the technology to modernize its operations. Oaks-based SEI announced a new collaboration with IBM. The venture will expand the use of artificial intelligence and automation throughout the company. It will streamline internal workflows, improve efficiency and enhance…
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‘Strong Culture Is the Foundation of Strong Performance’: Citadel Credit Union Appoints New CHRO
Citadel Credit Union has appointed Bonnie Levitt as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. Levitt brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources, leadership development, organizational design, compensation, and inclusion. She will lead Citadel’s enterprise-wide people strategy as the organization continues its strategic expansion following its recent charter conversion. As CHRO, Levitt…
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Penn Community Bank Releases 2025 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank has released its 2025 Impact Report, an annual publication detailing the institution’s community investment and continued commitment to relationship-driven banking across the region. The report highlights a year defined by strategic growth and meaningful reinvestment – from launching its “Built for Business. Backed by Community.” campaign to enhancing financial centers and responding to critical community…
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C&N Nationally Recognized for Protecting Older Americans
February was National Senior Independence Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the importance of helping older adults live with dignity, safety, and financial confidence. C&N places high priority on protecting its customers and communities, and its efforts were recognized nationally by the American Bankers Association Foundation. C&N was named a national finalist and received an…
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Meridian Bank Shares Top Six Tips for Protecting Your Business from Email Impostors
Email is one of the most trusted tools in business. It’s how executives give direction, how vendors send invoices, and how major financial transactions are confirmed. But that trust is exactly what criminals are counting on. Business Email Compromise (BEC) is one of the most financially devastating cybercrimes today, largely because individuals and businesses rely…
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Citadel Credit Union Completes Charter Conversion to Broaden Access, Support Responsible Growth
Citadel Credit Union has converted from a community charter to a Federal Multiple Common Bond charter, a strategic move that enables the not-for-profit, member-owned financial institution to broaden membership eligibility and serve more individuals, families, and businesses across a wider regional footprint. The milestone advances Citadel’s long-term strategy to grow with discipline while preserving its…
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Veteran Banker Ron Donchez Joins Trusted Land Transfer as Lehigh Valley President
Longtime commercial banking executive and Bethlehem resident, Ron Donchez, has joined commercial title company Trusted Land Transfer as its Lehigh Valley Market President, the company announced today. Donchez will lead the firm’s continued strategic expansion across the region from its new office at the Ben Franklin Technology Partners complex in Bethlehem, further strengthening Trusted Land…
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QNB-Victory Bank Merger Moves Forward After Shareholder Vote
Shareholders of Quakertown-based QNB Corp. and The Victory Bancorp in Limerick have voted in favor of a proposed merger, clearing a major regulatory and corporate hurdle, writes Amy Unger for WFMZ 69 News. QNB Corp. serves as the holding company for QNB Bank, while The Victory Bancorp performs the same role for The Victory Bank.…
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Chase to Open Philadelphia-Area Branches as Part of Expansion, Including Three in Chester County
As part of its nationwide expansion strategy, Chase Bank will open 14 new branches in Greater Philadelphia this year, including three that are planned for Chester County, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company will add a total of 160 locations in 30 states and renovate around 600 existing sites. According to parent company JPMorgan Chase, the…
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