Conshohocken
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PA Economic Secretary Rick Siger Shares Vision with Montco Business Leaders
County officials, nonprofit leaders, and small business owners gathered with optimism in Conshohocken’s Great American Pub Ballroom on Tuesday morning. At an event hosted by the Montgomery County Industrial Development Authority (IDA), attendees heard directly from Pennsylvania Secretary for the Department of Community & Economic Development Rick Siger, who affirmed the Commonwealth’s commitment to supporting…
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Conshohocken’s Pitcairn Makes First Acquistion in Their 102-Year History
Conshohocken’s Pitcairn, the ultra-high-net-worth family investment management company completed its first acquisition in its 102-year history, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company purchased purchased Baltimore-based Brightside Partners. Brightside brings six employees and $2.5 billion in client assets, increasing Pitcairn’s total advised assets to $9 billion. CEO Andrew Busser, who took over…
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IKEA Plans for Expansion Beyond Conshohocken With New Format
IKEA is ramping up its stateside growth, writes Gabe Hauari for USA Today The Swedish home furnishings brand—with its US headquarters in Conshohocken—plans to open six more U.S. locations before the end of 2025, adding to the five that have already launched this year. The company’s mix of full-size stores and smaller “Plan and Order”…
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The Rabbit Hole Set to Open in Conshohocken, Inviting Locals to Sip, Snack, and Stay Curious
The Rabbit Hole, a whimsical new wine bar and small-plates concept, is preparing to open in Conshohocken—and it’s anything but ordinary. The brainchild of husband-and-wife duo Alysa and Tony Avila, the bar leans into their shared love for Alice in Wonderland with velvet seating, playful design flourishes, and a moody wine cellar housing over 2,400…
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Conshohocken-Based Boomi Supercharges Business with Build-Your-Own AI Agents
Conshohocken-based tech firm Boomi is making it easier than ever for businesses to bring artificial intelligence (AI) into their everyday operations, writes Eric Avidon for Tech Target. Long known for helping companies connect data and applications, Boomi is now putting AI front and center. This week, at its Boomi World user conference in Dallas, the…
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Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano Leaves Preston & Steve in Emotional On-Air Farewell
Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano, a longtime voice on Philadelphia’s airwaves, is stepping away from WMMR’s Preston & Steve show after 22 years, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The decision wasn’t hers—parent company Beasley Media Group confirmed her contract was not renewed amid ongoing company-wide cutbacks. Romano made the announcement live on air Thursday…
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A Riverfront Revival: Conshohocken’s Evolution from Steel Town to Creative Hub
Conshohocken is balancing its industrial past with a vibrant, community-driven future, writes Regan Fletcher Stephens for Philadelphia Magazine. From its roots as a Lenape settlement to a booming steel town and now a rising hub for young professionals and creative entrepreneurs, this riverside borough is embracing transformation without losing its soul. At the heart of…
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Mitchell Morgan Has a Full-Circle Moment at Temple Graduation
Mitchell Morgan, founder and CEO of Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties, shares his success story at Temple University’s 138th commencement, writes Sidney Rochnik for Temple News. Morgan earned both his undergraduate and law degrees at Temple. The University awarded him with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters during the ceremony. Morgan closed the event with a heartfelt…
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Cleveland-Cliffs to Idle Conshohocken Steel Mill, Layoffs Ahead
Cleveland-Cliffs, the nation’s second-largest steelmaker, plans to idle three plants, including the plate-finishing works in Conshohocken, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. These temporary but indefinite closures will start at the end of June. The Montgomery County plant, located just outside the borough in Plymouth Township, employs around 110 people who are expected…
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Six Abandoned Dogs in Care of Montgomery County SPCA as Cheltenham Township Seeks Responsible Party
Six dogs abandoned in cages behind a shopping center are now in the care of Montgomery County SPCA in Conshohocken, while Cheltenham Township police search for the culprit, writes Caroline Goggin for 6abc. The police said they found the six Australian cattle dogs – five together in one cage and their dad in the other…
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Schradergroup Acquisition Brings Conshohocken Design Expertise to National Stage
Conshohocken-based Schradergroup has been acquired by Hord Coplan Macht, a major architecture firm headquartered in Baltimore, writes Melody Simmons for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The acquisition, announced this week, gives Hord Coplan Macht a solid entry into the Philadelphia market—along with expanded reach into Pittsburgh, Lancaster, and State College. Schradergroup, founded in 2004 and based…
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Conshohocken’s Jen Benner Embraces Low-Buy Living—And Inspires Others to Do the Same
In an era of one-click shopping and instant gratification, Conshohocken real estate agent Jen Benner is opting for something a little slower and minimalistic, writes Erin McCarthy for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Benner has embraced a low-buy, low-waste lifestyle that started with childhood hand-me-downs. The mindset stuck with her through college, career, and marriage. Today, she…
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Conshohocken-Based IKEA Shines Spotlight on Everyday Family Milestones
With its U.S. headquarters right here in Conshohocken, IKEA is sharing the joy of baby’s first steps in a touching new campaign that highlights the role its furniture plays in those wobbly, unforgettable milestones. The campaign, titled Supporting First Steps, leans into the viral TikTok trend of “baby cruising”—where little ones pull themselves up on…
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Steven DeLong’s Fundraisers Connect Conshohocken with Eagles Autism Foundation
When Steven DeLong’s son Bradley was diagnosed with autism at age 3, the Conshohocken resident found himself overwhelmed — but not alone, writes Gabriela Carroll for the Philadelphia Inquirer. After attending an Eagles Autism Foundation event where Bradley became overstimulated, a stranger’s kind gesture reminded him of the power of community. That moment stuck with…
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New York’s Museum of Modern Art Highlights Vivid, Geometric Work by Conshohocken’s Odili Donald Odita
New York’s Museum of Modern Art has replaced Andy Warhol’s kitschy cow wallpaper with striking works by Conshohocken’s Odili Donald Odita, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. A collection of bright, angular shapes now welcomes museum visitors as the vivid geometry plays Tetris with their eyes. Similar paintings are on throughout the museum’s…
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WSJ: Morgan Properties Writes Colossal Check for Expansion into Midwest
Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties is making waves in the Midwest, scooping up 11 apartment communities across the region for $501 million, writes Rebecca Picciotto for the Wall Street Journal. The move adds more than 3,000 units to its portfolio and pushes the company past 100,000 apartments nationwide—an all-time high in its 40-year history. Long known for…
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IKEA Mini Store Concept Headed to Texas This Year
Big news in a smaller package: a bite-sized IKEA is heading to the Rio Grande Valley later this year, writes Dina Arévalo for My San Antonio. According to state records, the Swedish retailer headquartered in Conshohocken is bringing one of its small-format stores to Pharr Town Center, a busy shopping hub in Pharr, Texas. The…
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Alterra Property Group Plans to Develop 300-Unit Apartment Building on SEPTA Land in Conshohocken
Alterra Property Group is planning to develop a 300-unit apartment building on SEPTA land in Conshohocken, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The lot was previously planned to be a 528-space parking garage, but the project received significant pushback from transit advocates. SEPTA recently authorized a long-term ground lease and development contract for the…
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