Career Development
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7 Tips for Black, Veteran, Women, or Other Entrepreneurs On & Off LinkedIn
November is National Entrepreneurship Month, as designated in 2011 by President Obama. October 30 to November 3 is Veterans National Small Business Week, followed by National Entrepreneurship Day on November 21. Black Entrepreneurs Day is on November 1, Global Entrepreneurship Week is the second week of November, and Women’s Entrepreneurship Day is on November 19,…
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Meridian Bank’s Chief Credit Officer Joe Cafarchio to Retire
Meridian Bank Chief Credit Officer Joseph Cafarchio will retire effective Oct. 13, 2023. Cafarchio has served in the position since Meridian’s inception in 2004. Prior to joining Meridian, Cafarchio had a long career in the Philadelphia-area banking community, including positions with National Penn Bank, Stonebridge Bank, and the Philadelphia Federal Reserve, where he started his…
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Montgomery County Community College’s Cisco Networking Academy Receives National Recognition
Montgomery County Community College recently earned the “Be the Bridge Award” from Cisco Networking Academy for its innovative work of incorporating its Cisco Networking Academy courses into an associate degree program as part of a proposed IT apprenticeship program. Cisco awarded MCCC with the Be the Bridge Award during the Cisco Networking Academy Partner and…
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Haverford Resident Like Many Other Retirees Has Gone Back to Work
Many older Americans like Ray Hurtado in Haverford are unretiring, especially those who retired early, writes Linda Childers for AARP. Ray Hurtado, 68, retired eight years ago from a health care company, but has since become a licensed real estate agent. He is also hoping to find a part-time job with a nonprofit that helps…
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Following a Layoff, Penn State Great Valley Alum Helen Walker Credits Credly Badge for New Job
Penn State Great Valley’s professional development programs have made a world of difference to Helen Walker by helping provide a perfectly timed career boost. Walker began her Penn State journey with an undergraduate degree at Penn State Brandywine, where she was a Lion Ambassador, and graduated from the College of Health and Human Development in 2002. She then worked…
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SCORE Helps Granola Solopreneur Find Recipe for Business Success
Rochelle Berg fell in love with preventative medicine, but discovered early on nursing was not her calling. Berg, of New Hope, found her love of culinary arts working as a chef. “I realized this is where I want to be,” Berg said. Berg’s nursing background – and insight about dietary needs and food allergies –…
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See Which High-Paying Jobs in Philadelphia Don’t Require a College Degree
While jobs that require a college degree generally pay more, some high-paying jobs in Philadelphia don’t have that requirement, according to a new report by Stacker. Stacker used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to determine the 50 highest-paying jobs in Philadelphia that do not require higher education. The top spot belongs to nuclear power reactor…
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SCORE to Offer Three Free Biz Webinars in October
In a continued effort to keep the local business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer three free webinars in October. On Oct. 3, SCORE will offer “Website Planning 101: Take Your First Step to Website Success.” Led by Jessica Baldwin, co-founder of website platform company Cardsetter, this session will provide insight into creating a…
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Do you have a USP, PBS, or VPS on LinkedIn?
Do you have a USP, PBS, or VPS on LinkedIn? Unique Selling Proposition, Personal Branding Statement, and Value Proposition Statement are the full terms for the acronyms. Unique Selling Proposition (USP) In 1961, Rosser Reeves published a book called Reality in Advertising, which is still available for sale today and is considered a classic. In…
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General & LinkedIn Tips on Bad References from a Former Employer
Dealing with bad references from a former employer can be challenging, but handling the situation professionally is crucial to minimize its impact on your job search. Here are some tips below to help you navigate this situation of bad references and a Q&A with Marc E. Weinstein of Weinstein Law Firm, LLC in Fort Washington,…
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The Chamber of Commerce, POWER Form New Alliance to Support Professional Women
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County (Chamber) and The POWER of Professional Women (POWER) are excited to announce the formation of an alliance that aims to empower professional women in Philadelphia and the surrounding region. By combining their resources and expertise, these organizations will provide enhanced educational opportunities and networking connections to support…
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SCORE Bucks County Helps Local Woodworker Scale Business, Hire Staff
Andrew Barbaro was working a dead-end job as a property inspector when his wife asked him to create a cat and dog barrier from extra lumber. Little did he know that the project would change his career trajectory dramatically. A former metal fabricator, Barbaro, of Philadelphia, had always loved building things. The gate he created…
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Does Your LinkedIn Profile Look Like an Old Rusty Car Because of Neglect?
Neglecting your LinkedIn profile can have several negative consequences, especially if you are a professional looking to advance your career or network effectively. Here are some key reasons why you should not neglect your LinkedIn profile: First Impressions: Your LinkedIn profile often serves as a first impression for potential employers, clients, partners, or colleagues. Neglecting…
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Montgomery County’s Workforce Development Board Receives Funding for Digital Literacy
Montgomery County’s Workforce Development Board, known as MontcoWorks, has received $45,000 in grant funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry to support the continued digital literacy efforts in the county. With the funding, MontcoWorks in partnership with Full Circle Computing will now be able to support four classes of foundational digital literacy programming.…
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SCORE Bucks County to Offer Five Free Business Webinars in September
In a continued effort to keep the local business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer five free webinars, as well as a small business resource summit in September. On Sept. 5, SCORE will offer “Powering Your Business: Manage Your Energy Usage & Save Money” from 11:30 AM – 1 PM. Led by PECO representatives,…
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SCORE Mentors Help Nonprofit Expand Mission with Thrift Store Addition
After recovering from addiction and abuse, Levittown native Tracey Long transformed her trauma into a tool to help other women heal from similar ordeals. She founded True Light, Inc. in 2015 and serves as the nonprofit organization’s chief executive officer. Through True Light, Long operates a safe haven in lower Bucks County that provides food,…
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Retired Business Owner Furthers 20-Year Career as a SCORE Bucks Mentor
When John Sheehan was starting out as a business owner of his software and data processing company, he did not have a mentor to guide him in financing and other aspects of running a business. “I could have used one,” said Sheehan, of Newtown. “I thought I knew everything. I launched the company. When you’re…
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SCORE to Offer 5 Free Business Webinars in the Month of August. Read to Learn More
In a continued effort to keep the local business community informed, SCORE Bucks County will offer five free webinars in August. On Aug. 1, SCORE will offer “IRS: Clean Energy Vehicle Tax Credit and Other Key Updates.” Led by IRS Senior Stakeholder Liaisons Leslie Chambers and Richard Furlong, the discussion will focus on key tax-related…
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