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Massive Mixed-Use Project Planned Near North Philadelphia Amtrak Station
Two social impact-oriented developers are planning to construct a massive mixed-use project at the long-neglected site next to Amtrak’s North Philadelphia train station, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Philadelphia-based Shift Capital and New York-based Essence Development, which is led by former Philadelphia Eagles safety Jamar Adams, acquired the land for $11.8 million…
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Latino Entrepreneurs in Philadelphia Have Reached ‘The Tipping Point,’ Says GPHCC President
Since the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1990, the number of Latino-owned businesses across the region has grown exponentially. As the number of Latino-owned businesses has grown, so too has the membership numbers of the GPHCC. That was a key point Jennifer Rodriguez, president and CEO of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic…
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CEO of West Chester-Based MyOfficeOps to Offer Valuable Insight on Business Farewell Planning on April 23
In an era where the future of business is as uncertain as it is exciting, strategic planning for all eventualities has never been more critical. Too often, business owners find themselves working “in” rather than “on” their business, dedicating most of their time to daily operations and addressing immediate challenges. Unfortunately, this leaves little time…
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Philadelphia Leadership: John Kepner, Board Member, Gwynedd Mercy University
John Kepner, a board member at Gwynedd Mercy University, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in North Jersey, where a chance friendship sparked a lifelong passion for diversity and social justice. He also recalled learning the value of hard work from his summer job at Prudential Life Insurance. Kepner discussed his career in law…
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How Smart Warehouses Embrace A/V Technology with Haverford Systems’ Solutions
With the push for greater efficiency and safety, traditional industrial facilities are rapidly transforming into smart warehouses using cutting-edge technology. These smart warehouses utilize advanced automation, data analytics, and connectivity to optimize operations. For end-users, this means increased productivity, streamlined processes, and ultimately a competitive edge in the market. Pennsylvania and New Jersey stand at…
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As Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, Firstrust Bank Proud to Support Eagles Autism Challenge on May 18
United by a single cause, thousands of people will once again bike, run, and walk in an effort to advance autism research and care at the sixth annual Eagles Autism Challenge on Saturday, May 18. As the Official Bank of the Philadelphia Eagles, Firstrust Bank is a proud sponsor of the team’s signature charity event,…
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Transfer Student From Turkey Finds a New Path at Neumann University
A Neumann University transfer student from Turkey is reinventing herself. Sumbul Kiroglu hopes to draw on previous engineering skills to create innovation in the health care sciences, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Sumbul Kiroglu was a mineralogist, petrologist, and spectral geologist in Turkey, working in the gold mining sector for eight years. Now she’s at…
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Coatesville Could Be On Its Way to Becoming Culinary Hotspot
Coatesville seems to be in the midst of a restaurant renaissance and is well on its way to becoming the next culinary hotspot in the Philadelphia region, writes Gina Lizzo for The Hunt. One of the more recent additions to the city’s growing restaurant scene is Kings Tavern. Owners Phil and Kate Ferro have transformed…
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Indulge in Hand-crafted, Locally-sourced Ice Cream At Owowcow Creamery
At Owowcow Creamery in Chalfont, customers can enjoy delicious ice cream from local farmers, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. The Owowcow takes all-natural ice cream made from scratch, puts it in the freezer, and the lines are out the door. “All of our ice cream is made from scratch, so we use local eggs,…
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Are You the Lid? Leaders’ Personal Growth Determines the Growth of Their Organization
As a leader, you’re growing your organization and your people. Or … You’re reactive and not proactive, you’re regressing instead of progressing, you’re disintegrating instead of creating. Ask yourself a number of questions: Do you have a growth mindset? Are you moving forward every day or backward? Do you understand the importance of personal growth?…
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Drexel University Receives $15 Million Gift From Howley Foundation To Launch New Scholarship Program
Drexel University recently received a new $15 million gift from the Howley Foundation, founded by Drexel alumnus and billionaire Nick Howley, and his wife, Lorie, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Nick is a 1975 graduate of Drexel, as well as the founder and chairman of Cleveland-based TransDigm Group, an aerospace manufacturing giant.…
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Owner of Now-defunct Tootsie’s Salad Express is Feeding Philly’s Hungry Again in Her New Role With St. John’s Hospice
Tootsie Iovine-D’Ambrosio is continuing the important work she did when she owned Tootsie’s Salad Express at the Reading Terminal Market in her new position at St. John’s Hospice, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While it was open, her iconic lunch counter served as an informal aid station. Iovine-D’Ambrosio offered food to hurt and…
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Movement Gyms is Opening a New Facility in Kensington in 2025
Movement Gyms, which already has a location in Callowhill is planning to open its second Philadelphia location in Kensington by the end of next year, writes Chris Compendio for PhillyVoice. Similar to its other existing locations, Movement Gyms’ Kensington location will feature walls for bouldering and rope climbing, a yoga studio, and areas for cardio…
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New Filipino Kitchen & Market is Opening Soon in Brewerytown
Baby’s Kusina + Market, a new kitchen and market, will soon open its doors in Brewerytown, writes Wendy Daughenbaugh for 6abc. For owner Raquel Dang, it’s an homage to her mother – whose nickname is “Baby” – and a celebration of her Filipino culture. The all-day casual kitchen in Brewerytown will serve breakfast, lunch, and…
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RKL Named Among America’s Most Recommended Tax Firms
USA Today has ranked RKL, a CPA and advisory firm with an office in Exton, first in Pennsylvania among America’s Most Recommended Tax Firms. For the first time, the newspaper, in cooperation with Statista, rated the Top 100 tax firms in the United States based on recommendations from peers and clients. “Supporting our clients…
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Lower Makefield Native Hallie Jackson Assumes New Role as NBC Sunday Nightly News Anchor
Pennsbury High School graduate Hallie Jackson will soon join the NBC Nightly News team as the Sunday anchor, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jackson, who grew up in Lower Makefield, has always dreamt of being a newscaster. During her time at Pennsbury, Jackson found herself inspired by 6 ABC.…
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At Wallace Dry Goods a Key Ingredient Is Missing, and That’s OK
Wallace Dry Goods in Ardmore is a liquor store on the Main Line that doesn’t sell any liquor. There’s bottle after bottle on the shelves of whiskey, wine, gins, and mixers , and a beer pong table stacked with Guinness, and it’s all non-alcoholic, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Owner Robin Cummiskey aims…
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TikTok, Instagram Users Swear By New Chicken Restaurant in Bucks County
According to TikTok and Instagram users, the must-visit restaurant in Bucks County is Asad’s Hot Chicken in Bensalem, writes Gianna for 94.5 PST. The restaurant originally opened in the middle of Philadelphia. Once it became known to people and it stopped being a hidden gem, the owners opened two more locations, including the one in…
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