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Oil And Gas On The Run: Will You Ride The Coattails?
Tax benefits and direct investments in projects are two major kinds of accredited investments. And these investments have potential higher risks and can often turn opportunities into lucrative ones. Oil and gas have a variety of ways in which one can invest as well as a variety of tax benefits. Whether it’s the oil extraction…
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First Bank: Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
Any successful strategy should start with a plan. As we approach the beginning of another trip around the sun, we find people making resolutions for personal success in the following year. December is National Write a Business Plan Month, which presents business owners with a great opportunity to form concrete steps for supporting the success…
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4 A/V Tips to Help Your Business Prepare for 2024
As we approach 2024, the integration of audiovisual technology becomes increasingly pivotal for businesses aiming to improve communication, collaboration, and overall operational efficiency. Haverford Systems, a trusted audiovisual integration company with over 30 years of experience, stands ready to guide businesses in the Philadelphia region through the technological advancements that lie ahead. 1. Explore AI-Powered…
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Villanova University Freshman Quarterback Readies to Launch Sports Tech Startup During Offseason
Tanner Maddocks, the Villanova University redshirt freshman quarterback, is preparing to launch his sports tech startup, Athlete Squared, during the offseason, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL INNO. After his team ended the season in the Football Championship Subdivision quarterfinals, Maddocks decided to focus his time on the idea he got playing as a quarterback at…
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Bryn Mawr Trust’s Elizabeth Wagner Helps Transform Charitable Giving into Impactful Legacies, Offers Tips to Maximize Year-End Giving
As Senior Vice President and Director of Institutional Wealth Management at Bryn Mawr Trust, Elizabeth Wagner is more than just a financial expert; she’s a visionary who helps transform charitable giving into impactful legacies. A devoted community advocate who has served in a variety of roles at many nonprofits throughout her career, in addition to…
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Haverford Systems Touts the Strategic Value of A/V Integration During Construction
In the dynamic landscape of modern construction, audiovisual integration has become more than just a technological add-on. It’s a cornerstone of creating innovative, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing spaces. For developers, architects, and project managers in the Philadelphia area, the strategic planning of A/V systems during the concept phase of construction can improve the overall functionality…
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The Power of Flex CDs in Today’s Economy
In a world where financial stability and growth are paramount, savvy investors are constantly on the lookout for opportunities that can not only protect their hard-earned money but also offer impressive returns. One such avenue that has been gaining traction is the Flex Certificate of Deposit (CD) offered by C&N. Flexibility to Meet Your Needs C&N’s Flex…
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American Heritage Credit Union Donates Hundreds of Gifts and Essentials to Local Families This Holiday Season
American Heritage Credit Union is celebrating its annual giving initiatives through its Adopt-A-Family Program and donation drives to embody its “people helping people” philosophy this holiday season. More than $22,800 was raised throughout the year through 23 fundraising programs hosted by the Adopt-A-Family Program. These funds are used to purchase gifts and essentials for over…
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Creamery Tire Looking for the Right Balance of Technology and Manpower
Creamery Tire Inc. in Skippack is a second-generation family-owned tire dealer that has grown by leaps and bounds in its 35 years of business, writes Joy Kopcha for Modern Tire Dealer. The business now has four stores: Creamery, Chalfont, East Norriton, and Phoenixville. However, the Phoenixville store is currently closed because of a staffing shortage.…
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Cyber Safety Tips from Ambler Savings Bank for Holiday Shopping
By: Barbara Martindell, Network Administrator, Ambler Savings Bank Online shopping remains a popular choice and continues to evolve with layaway options and retargeting ads to increase sales. The same is true of scammers’ tactics, preying on innocent shoppers. Cyber-criminals and scammers find creative ways to steal money and personal information from even the most cautious…
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Vertex Offers Over Half Billion Dollars in Cash to Buy Sweden’s Pagero Group
King of Prussia-based Vertex has made a $555 million cash offer to buy Pagero Group, a software-as-a-service company headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The publicly traded Pagero offers business-to-business software primarily focused on the digital flow of orders, delivery documents, invoices, and payments. Meanwhile, Vertex offers tax software…
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Meridian Bank Ranked Top SBA Lender in Pennsylvania
Meridian Bank has been ranked a top lender in the Small Business Administration’s Eastern Pennsylvania District. Meridian Bank placed first in dollar volume and third in the total number of SBA 7(a) loans in the most recent SBA fiscal year 2023 (10/1/2022-9/30/2023). During that period, Meridian provided $128.8 million in 7(a) lending through 138 loans,…
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WSFS CARES Foundation Provides $10,000 Grant to Minds Matter of Philadelphia
As part of its continuing series of philanthropic activities, the WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, has provided a $10,000 grant to Minds Matter of Philadelphia. Minds Matter is a national nonprofit dedicated to promoting higher education, with 14 chapters across the country. The Philadelphia chapter was formed in 2011 and…
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American Heritage Credit Union Kicks Off Annual Grand Illumination with Fireworks, Holiday Performances
American Heritage Credit Union — which has locations in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, and Camden counties — recently kicked off its 16th Annual Grand Illumination at its main campus in Northeast Philadelphia. Attended by approximately 25,000 community members, the event featured free holiday performances, a fireworks display, and a grand prize drawing for a 2024…
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How the City of Reading Saved $48,000 from an A/V Upgrade, Courtesy of Haverford Systems
The City of Reading recently reported a 14.4 percent decrease in their proposed 2024 budget. This unforeseen savings was primarily credited to a streaming upgrade in the council chambers that was installed by Haverford Systems, an audiovisual-integration company based in Downingtown. During the pandemic, the city scrambled to install streaming equipment in other conference rooms…
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5 Hidden Costs of the Holiday Season
It happens every year. You think you’ve budgeted accurately for the holidays, but somehow you end up spending more — sometimes considerably so — than you intended. You might immediately think of gifts as the biggest issue, but there are hidden costs for items or services you don’t necessarily think about right up front. Come January, the…
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Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes Uses AI to Detect Guns in Schools, Improve Safety
ZeroEyes in Conshohocken has created an AI gun detection system that will alert authorities if a gun is identified in a school, writes Greg Payne for Fox 29. The system which runs 24/7, 365 days is used at malls, stores, and schools across the country to detect guns and then determine whether the threat is…
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Nomination Period Opens for 23rd Annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
Citadel Credit Union has opened the nomination period for its annual Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. Nominations will be accepted through Jan. 15, 2024. The program honors local teachers throughout Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties who go above and beyond for their students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Posters will…
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