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Philadelphia Leadership: Marc Kramer, Serial Entrepreneur and Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship at VinUniversity
Coatesville native Marc Kramer, serial entrepreneur, teacher, and TEDx speaker, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in the steel mill town of Coatesville, making $5,000 a year as a bookie in middle school, and struggling with his grades. After watching his father face bankruptcy in the 1970s, he resolved to work as hard as…
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Urban Wine Scene Flourishing in Two Philadelphia Neighborhoods
While Pennsylvania has more than 400 wineries, one section of Philadelphia is starting to develop a strong reputation for oenophiles for its urban wine scene, writes Robin Shreeves for Philadelphia Magazine. In Kensington and Fishtown, two new urban wineries have opened in the past few years, while a third is soon-to-open. With them all within…
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Premium Headwear, Workwear Brand Debuts New MLB Hat Collection Featuring Phillies Star Bryce Harper
Premium headwear brand and workwear label ’47 and Carhartt recently partnered with Major League Baseball on a new baseball cap selection featuring Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper, writes Julia Teti for Women’s Wear Daily. The new collection includes a number of different styles, including MVP hats, Clean Up and Hitch style hats, truckers, and more.…
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Philadelphia Is Filled With Hidden Gems, Here Are Several You Should Know
Whether you’re a Philadelphia native, longtime resident, or tourist, there are likely at least a few local attractions you may not be familiar with, according to a recent Visit Philadelphia article. As a city filled with not only well-known landmarks and attractions but also several hidden gems, there are many things to see and explore.…
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From Autopilot to Awareness: Switching Off Mechanical Leadership
Have you ever arrived at your destination and realized you don’t remember much about the drive? You were alert enough to stay on the road, but not truly present. Most of us have. And if we’re honest, many of us lead our lives — and our businesses — the same way. It’s easy to slip…
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New Toll Brothers Luxury Development Announced for Chalfont
Toll Brothers is bringing a new luxury home community, Birch Run at New Britain, to Chalfont, with sales expected to begin in fall 2025. The exclusive neighborhood from the Fort Washington-based luxury home builder will feature low-maintenance townhomes with three bedrooms, versatile flex spaces, as well as attached two-car garages. Work is already underway at…
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Phoenixville Named No. 1 Best Small Town to Live in By Travel + Leisure
Renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has named Phoenixville the top small town in the U.S. in a recent ranking, write Anne E. Hill and Dahlia Matzner for Main Line Today. The magazine evaluated small towns across the country based on a variety of factors. This included accessible housing, cultural activities, access to green spaces,…
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Drexel Hill Saute Brings Global Flavors with Aug. 1 Opening
Drexel Hill Saute, a new takeout eatery at 4617 State Road in Drexel Hill, will offer patrons a build-your-own menu of stir-fry and saute dishes when it opens on Friday, Aug. 1, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The takeout spot is at the location of the former Green Herb Thai Cuisine. Guests choose…
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Why King of Prussia Is Still a Top U.S. Mall in 2025
In a retail climate where many malls have shuttered or stagnated, the King of Prussia Mall is bucking the trend and redefining what a mall can be, writes Gabriela Barkho for Modern Retail. As one of the most visited and expansive retail destinations in the country, the Montco mainstay continues to evolve through strategic investment,…
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WSJ: Comcast Reports Q2 Revenue Growth Driven By Xfinity Mobile Surge, Orlando Theme Park Opening
Comcast has reported second quarter revenue growth, driven by a rise in Xfinity Mobile subscribers and the opening of a new theme park in Orlando, writes Josie Reich for The Wall Street Journal. Revenue increased by 2.1 percent compared to the same period last year, reaching $30.3 billion and surpassing analyst expectations. Adjusted profit also…
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Philadelphia’s Black Forward Specializes in Items That Inspire and Empower
Philadelphia’s Black Forward, a Black-owned and operated pop-up and online shop, specializes in goods that are designed to both uplift and empower, reports FOX29 Philadelphia. Company founder and CEO Erica Keith previously worked at Hallmark for nearly two decades, gaining a strong foundation in creating products that evoke emotion and pride. Now, she has been…
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Reading Terminal Market Packed with Big Flavors and Endless Choices
Reading Terminal Market, a historic indoor farmers market that can be found beneath a former railroad shed for more than a century, is the bustling heart of Philadelphia’s culinary scene, writes Jim Wright for the PhillyBite Magazine. It is home to some of the nation’s most iconic sandwiches, including the expertly crafted roast pork at…
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Visit These Philadelphia Spots In Peak Tomato Season for the Best BLTs
Philadelphia eateries are taking full advantage of peak tomato season by crafting juicy BLTs and tomato-packed sandwiches that few can resist, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. You can rarely go wrong with a BLT, but a few standout spots are serving some of the best in the city—and beyond. Middle Child, with locations…
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Harcum College Receives Historic $40 Million Gift from Estate of Louise Strauss
Harcum College has received an extraordinary $40 million gift from the estate of Louise Strauss, a devoted former trustee (2009-2024). This historic donation marks the largest single gift in the College’s history. It will have a transformative impact on generations of students to come — particularly those from underserved communities — which has been a…
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Joel Embiid Puts Society Hill Penthouse Up For Sale
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is selling his luxury penthouse in Society Hill for $5.5 million, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Embiid’s condo on the 11th floor of a building at 101 Walnut Street is a two-bedroom property that covers about 3,500 square feet. It includes two balconies on the main level, and a private…
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Plymouth Meeting Office Building Sells for $5.2M, One-Third of 2018 Price
FLD Group of Eatontown, New Jersey, and New York’s Adjmi family has acquired the Plymouth Meeting office building at 2250 Hickory Road for $5.2 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The two developers purchased the 83,000-square-foot building just north of Plymouth Meeting Mall because it sits next to the Plymouth Meeting Executive…
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Crozer Loss, Delays Impacting Delaware County’s Healthcare
Everyone in Delaware County is being affected by the loss of Crozer Health services, from working-class neighborhoods to the Main Line. That’s the conclusion of a detailed analysis of Delaware County’s current healthcare status, as reported by Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The county and local communities have implemented their own emergency medical services to transport…
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Pennsbury High School Project Moves Forward Slowly After $269.5M Approval
After the Pennsbury School Board approved a $269.5 million project cap several weeks ago, plans for the new Pennsbury High School are progressing slowly, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County Courier Times. A high-level overview of the proposal was presented to Falls Township officials on Tuesday night. Attorneys representing the project told Planning Commission…
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