Philadelphia

Spotlight On: Charles Cairns, Dean, Drexel University College of Medicine

5 min read June 2023 —In an interview with Invest:, Charles Cairns, MD, the Walter H. and Leonore Annenberg Dean of the College of Medicine...
Republic Bank cuts costs, reduces headcount amidst focus on profitability
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read June 2023 — Republic Bank is consolidating locations and reducing its headcount.  Republic First Bancorp, parent company of Philadelphia-based...
Spotlight On: Christopher Kenney, Principal, Strada
3 min read May 2023 — Christopher Kenney, principal of Strada, reflects on new advancements and methods at the design...
From ‘Swift City’ to sold-out shows, Taylor Swift’s impact on local economies
Writer: Eleana Teran and Ryan Gandolfo  2 min read May 2023 — Taylor Swift’s record-breaking 52-night, 20-city tour across the...
Spotlight On: Bucky Gardner, Vice President & General Manager, NRG Home East
3 min read May 2023 — Invest: spoke with Bucky Gardner, vice president and general manager of NRG Home East...
Spotlight On: Michael Young, President & CEO, Temple Health
3 min read May 2023 — Michael Young, president & CEO of Temple Health, sat down for an interview with...
Philadelphia’s arts community a leader in innovation
Writer: Eleana Teran  2 min read   May 2023— Philadelphia’s reputation as an arts and culture hub has led to great...
Spotlight On: Blane Stoddart, President & CEO, BFW Construction Project Managers
3 min read April 2023 — In an interview with Invest:, Blane Stoddart, president and CEO of BFW Construction Project...
Spotlight On: Laura Manion, President & CEO, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry
3 min read April 2023 — The lack of access to affordable and attainable childcare is one of the root...
Resilience in the arts: Philadelphia’s Eyes Gallery reopens
Writer: Eleana Teran  2 min read   April 2023— Eyes Gallery, a Philadelphia icon in the arts scene, reopened on South...
Pressure mounts on Temple University after president’s abrupt departure
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read   April 2023— Temple University will begin its search for a new president amidst Dr....
Spotlight On: Mark Biedermann, SVP & Division Head, PA, Valley National Bank
3 min read April 2023 — In an interview with Invest: Mark Biedermann, senior vice president and division head of...
M&A picks up in Philadelphia’s life sciences sector
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read  March 2023— It’s been a busy week for Philadelphia’s life sciences sector, as a...
Invest: Philadelphia to highlight regional recovery and growth in fifth anniversary edition
2 min read February 2023 — As Philadelphia gears up for new challenges and opportunities in the near term, the...
Pennsylvania governor announces criminal referral for Norfolk Southern after East Palestine incident
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read  February 2023— Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announced a criminal referral for Norfolk Southern to...
A Philadelphia Romance: What to do this Valentine’s Day across the region
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read   February 2023— With love in the air, Valentine’s Day is a great time to...
UPenn Medicine: the latest school to break ranks with U.S. News rankings
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read  January 2023 — UPenn Medicine has announced its decision to cease participation in the...
How public safety has become the key conversation for Philly’s mayoral aspirants
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read   January 2023— As Philadelphia prepares to choose a new Mayor this year, public safety...
Philadelphia leaders share their outlook and priorities for 2023
Writer: Eleana Teran 3 min read December 2022 - As the New Year approaches, Philadelphia's top brass in the public...
Spotlight 2023: Philadelphia on the rise
Writer: Joshua Andino 3 min read   December 2022— Philadelphia is doing better than ever, and much like the Eagles, its...
Philadelphia for the holidays: What to do and where to go
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read November 2022 — As another Thanksgiving Day passes, the Philadelphia region has turned its...
Pennsylvania’s blue bulwark holds as Mastriano concedes
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read November 2022 — With Democrats having pulled off the best midterm election season for...
Philadelphia entering global stage for sporting events and development
Writer: Joshua Andino  4 min read October 2022 — While Philadelphia’s tourism sector continues on its road to recovery, the...
Grab a bite. Have a drink. Philadelphia’s restaurants are making their comeback
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read October 2022— Philadelphia’s restaurants are making their comeback. Local events, city-wide promotions, and delicious...
Invest: Philadelphia 2022 welcomes packed house for in-person leadership summit
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Westtown School’s commitment to the whole child
Writer: Westtown School  2 min read  October 2022—Westtown School’s commitment to whole child education means supporting their academic, social, emotional,...
Navigating the accounting industry’s evolution
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read September 2022 — In a not so distant future, someone with a master's degree...
Invest: Philadelphia celebrates fourth edition with in-person launch
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read  September 2022— Philadelphia is poised for success in a post-pandemic landscape. The near-term horizon...
Philadelphia has become a brain magnet, next step is equity
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read September 2022 — While Philadelphia has transformed itself from a brain drain to a...
Current state of Philadelphia’s residential market amid rising rates and inflation
Writer: Joey Garrand 3 min read August 2022 — Rising interest rates and an inflationary environment have put further strain on...
The Blue Bulwark: Why PA Dems are key to the 2022 Midterms
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read August 2022 — As the electoral landscape shifts, Pennsylvania’s midterm races are an essential...
Spotlight On: Jami McKeon, Chair, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
3 min read August 2022 — Jami McKeon, chair of legal firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius, discussed with Invest: the...
Revitalizing investment in overlooked Philadelphia communities through neighborhood-focused development
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read August 2022 — While many neighborhoods in Philadelphia have been ignored by developers and...
Pennsylvania benefitting from burgeoning esports industry
Writer: Lincoln Warstler 2 min read August 2022 — What many saw as a trendy fad that deserved little attention is...
Spotlight On: Jennifer Berrier, Secretary, Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry
3 min read August 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Jennifer Berrier, secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Labor...
Spotlight On: Mark Biedermann, SVP & Division Head, PA, Valley Bank
3 min read August 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Mark Biedermann, senior vice president and division head for...
Business leaders grapple with a ‘cutthroat environment’ and increasing M&A
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read August  2022 — Invest: met with business leaders in Philadelphia to discuss the degree...
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What winning the World Cup bid means for Philadelphia
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read June 2022— With Philadelphia winning a spot as a host city for the 2026...
Spotlight On: Ted Durkin, Managing Director of the Pennsylvania/Southern New Jersey Market UBS Financial Services Inc.
2 min read June 2022 — UBS is on the bleeding edge of intertwining ESG with investment decisions. In an...
David Stonesifer
Spotlight On: David Stonesifer, Managing Partner, Herbein + Company, Inc.
2 min read June 2022 — Accounting firms have been focused on bolstering their service offerings beyond audits and tax...
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How technology is permanently changing professional business
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read June  2022— Technology keeps absorbing industries. Following COVID disruptions, the professional services industry has...
George Pallas
Spotlight On: George Pallas, Managing Partner, Cohen Seglias
2 min read June 2022 — George Pallas, managing partner at law firm Cohen Seglias, views Philadelphia as a fantastic...
John Zimmerman Wells Fargo
Spotlight On: John Zimmerman, Regional Banking Director, Wells Fargo
2 min read May 2022 — The key to the future of the banking business is to develop a balance...
William Behre
Planting a more sustainable, affordable future
Slippery Rock University is making the most of today’s landscape of intense innovation and creativity. With Invest:Insights, President William Behre...
Philadelphia travel
Philadelphia travel could return to full strength by late 2023
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read May 2022 — While overall travel in Philadelphia is anticipated to return to pre-pandemic...
Lawrence Stuardi
Spotlight On: Lawrence Stuardi, President & CEO, MRA Group
4 min read May 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Lawrence Stuardi, president and CEO of real estate development...
Jayson Boyers
Spotlight On: Jayson Boyers, President, Rosemont College
3 min read May 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, President of Rosemont College Jayson Boyers spoke about the...
Marilyn Wells
Challenges fueling innovation in higher ed
Higher ed is faced with demographic shifts and public worries of inadequate returns on student investments. With Invest:Insights, Chancellor of...
Philadelphia a world-class destination to reside and do business
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read May 2022 — Today’s era allows for greater flexibility in the location of individuals,...
Jamie Tranfalia
Spotlight On: Jamie Tranfalia, Commercial Banking Leader, Eastern Pennsylvania Market, KeyBank
4 min read May 2022 — With Invest:, Jamie Tranfalia, commercial banking leader in Eastern PA and Southern NJ at...
Merodie Hancock
Addressing the educational needs and desires of the working population
Thomas Edison State University was specifically founded for adult education and is considered a leader in online learning. With Invest:Insights,...
Jonathan Peri Manor College
Spotlight On: Jonathan Peri, President, Manor College
4 min read May 2022 — Manor College is a private Catholic institution recognized for its academic excellence and personalized...
Mike Mittelman
Reinventing curriculum to match the pace of change
With healthcare knowledge doubling every 30 days, higher education institutions focused on health sciences are adapting curriculum accordingly. With Invest:Insights,...
construction
How is Philadelphia’s construction industry evolving?
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read April 2022 — While the construction industry has been viewed historically as slow to...
Jeffrey Zudeck
Spotlight On: Jeffrey Zudeck, Regional Managing Partner – MidAtlantic, Marcum LLP
3 min read April 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Jeffrey Zudeck, MidAtlantic regional managing partner of Marcum LLP,...
Jackie Bliss
District energy and its importance to a greener future
https://youtu.be/Zr0eX_75x14   Improving the country's C- infrastructure grade and creating a greener energy grid are top priorities nationwide.With Invest:Insights, Chief...
Aaron Walton
Spotlight On: Aaron Walton, President, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
3 min read April 2022 — The nation’s oldest HBCU, Cheyney University has been a stalwart and highly respected institution...
Bob Harvie
Creatively approaching county issues
https://youtu.be/k_YopxmdwyU   The past few years have been turbulent both from an economic and political perspective. With Invest:Insights, Commissioner of...
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Philadelphia growing in international visibility
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read April 2022 — From the first library to the first hospital, Philadelphia is known...
Audrey Greenberg
Spotlight On: Audrey Greenberg, Co-Founder, Center for Breakthrough Medicines
6 min read April 2022 — Invest: spoke with Audrey Greenberg, co-founder of the Center for Breakthrough Medicines, to discuss...
Ryan Hicke SEI
Spotlight On: Ryan Hicke, CIO, SEI
3 min read April 2022 — Ryan Hicke, chief information officer for technology and investment solutions company SEI, shared with...
C-suite work
C-suite work environments are evolving
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read March 2022 — Between fierce demand for C-suite talent and COVID forcing businesses and...
Chris Hegarty - CliftonLarsonAllen
Spotlight On: Chris Hegarty, Principal, CliftonLarsonAllen
3 min read March 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Chris Hegarty, principal of CliftonLarsonAllen, discussed how the industry...
Jeffrey Lutsky
Spotlight On: Jeffrey Lutsky, Co-Chairman & Managing Partner, Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP
3 min read March 2022 — In a conversation with Invest: Co-Chairman and Managing Partner Jeffrey Lutsky of law firm...
leaders in education
Higher ed leaders share current state of enrollment
Writer: Joey Garrand 3 min read March 2022 — The U.S. population under age 18 declined over the last decade,...
Tiffany Wilson
Spotlight On: Tiffany Wilson, President & CEO, University City Science Center
2 min read March 2022 — Digital health and cell and gene therapy are leading the innovation landscape in Philadelphia,...
Donald Guy Generals Community College of Philadelphia
Spotlight On: Donald Guy Generals, President, Community College of Philadelphia
2 min read March 2022 — Despite the impact the pandemic has had on enrollment, the Community College of Philadelphia...
Virtual world in philadelphia
Industries across Philadelphia are adjusting to an increasingly virtual world
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read March 2022 — While each company has their own roadmap for achieving a new...
Rory Ritrievi Mid Penn Bank
Spotlight On: Rory Ritrievi, President & CEO, Mid Penn Bank
2 min read March 2022 — Mid Penn Bank had an outstanding 2021. Throughout the year, the company grew its...
Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce President
Spotlight On: Pam Henshall, President, Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
2 min read February 2022 — The Greater Northeast Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2022....
Geothermal energy
Going green, Philadelphia considers unlikely energy source: geothermal
Writer: Caty Hirst 2 min read February 2022 — Geothermal energy could become a top source of energy for Philadelphia...
Marcus & Millichap Philadelphia
Spotlight On: Sean Beuche, Regional Manager, Marcus & Millichap
2 min read February 2022 — Philadelphia and the areas surrounding the city offer a number of opportunities for investors...
Weatherford Capital
Spotlight On: Michael Young, President and CEO, Temple University Health System (TUHS)
2 min read February 2022 — Temple University Health System is a world-renowned academic health system based in Philadelphia with...
hospitals closing in philadelphia
Pandemic continues to put pressure on Philadelphia hospitals
Writer: Caty Hirst 2 min read February 2022 — Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, Philadelphia’s hospitals were closing — and...
M&T Bank Philadelphia
Spotlight On: Bernie Shields, Regional President – Philadelphia and South Jersey, M&T Bank
2 min read February 2022 —With a merger pending, M&T Bank is poised to become a Top 10 bank in...
Kreischer Miller
Spotlight On: Chris Meshginpoosh, Managing Director, Kreischer Miller
2 min read January 2022 — Kreischer Miller is an accounting, tax, and business advisory firm that serves the Greater...
Branch closures in Philadelphia
Branch closures set to continue in Philadelphia
Writer: Caty Hirst  2 min read January 2022 — The start of the COVID-19 pandemic brought new urgency to the...
Invest: Philadelphia 2022 to showcase transformation to a post-pandemic era
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read December 2021 — Following the success of its comprehensive business intelligence report for the...
Philadelphia hospitals
How pandemic changes will create tomorrow’s hospitals
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read December 2021— Just like the changes happening in the office world, the COVID-19 pandemic...
Holidays in Philadelphia
A very Philly holiday
Writer: Jerrica DuBois 2 min read December 2021 — December is here, which for many means lots of family, food,...
thanksgiving
What to do in and around Philadelphia this Thanksgiving
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read November 2021— With the advent of Thanksgiving, family and friends are checking their recipes...
Bucks County tourism
Tourism and hospitality sitting at the heart of the economic rebound
Writer: Capital Analytics 2 min read November 2021— At the onset of the pandemic, it quickly became clear that tourism...
Fall into autumn with these 5 adventures from Philly to Pittsburgh
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read October 2021— The pumpkins are out, the leaves are changing color and hot summer...
Bob Harvie
Tackling the tough challenges of pandemic while still making strides to improve the county
Handling the challenges of the pandemic has been tough for the most established of leaderships, so the relatively new administration...
Ida’s destruction highlights Philadelphia’s need for the infrastructure bill
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read September 2021 — As the floodwaters settle on the Northeast coast and cities assess...
Census highlights positive trends for Philly
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read August 2021 — While the most recent U.S. Census revealed concerning trends for many...
Philadelphia banking
Philadelphia banks working to find balance between physical and digital presence
Writer: Sara Warden 2 min read August 2021 — Across the US, banks have been closing doors at a rate...
Philadelphia real estate
Too hot to handle: Residential real estate market at risk of pricing out buyers and renters
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read July 2021— The residential real estate market, be it rentals or purchases, is running...
higher education Pennsylvania
Higher ed institutions turn to M&A for survival
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read June 2021 — Pennsylvania’s higher education sector is struggling for revenues, a reality that...
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Next up: Four mixed-use projects that will be transformative for Philadelphia
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read June 2021 — As one of the nation’s preeminent hubs of economic activity and...
clean energy
Energy companies and state government strive for carbon neutrality
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read June 2021 — In Pennsylvania, temperatures are projected to increase by about 5.9°F by...
Higher education in Philadelphia
Higher Education in Philadelphia committed to diversity and inclusion
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read May 2021 — Mayor Jim Kenney recently named Nefertiri Sickout as the city’s first...
Jim Anthony
Adapting strategy to accommodate the current climate
In a landscape with an unprecedented amount of capital and saturated markets, it is essential that a firm is adapting...
Chester county
Chesco turns its attention to recovery with community support, infrastructure improvements
Writer: Felipe Rivas  2 min read May 2021 — As the Philadelphia market recovers from the pandemic, Chester County is...
Invest Philadelphia 2021
Future of education, energy and financial sectors highlight Invest: Philadelphia 2021 Launch Conference
Writer: Felipe Rivas 2 min read April 2021 — A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the light at the end...
Marilyn Wells
PennState caters to holistic success of students
For PennState Brandywine, expanding degree programs was critical prior to the pandemic and is even more important now. It was...
Fintech is growing rapidly
Fintech is growing rapidly, and banks are adjusting accordingly
Writer: Joey Garrand  2 min read April 2021 — Financial technology, or fintech, has revolutionized the banking industry, and its...
Philadelphia Skyline
Philadelphia leaders say industries transformed, likely for good
Writer: Joey Garrand  4 min read March 2021 — The past year has been eventful, to say the least. Transformation...
Alex McManus
Personnel Management in a Time of Crisis
The construction sector is generally decentralized which adds a layer of difficulty to projects as different companies tackle any given...
Nicole Tranchitella
Helping industries adapt to the new normal
For Accenture, a multinational consulting and processing services firm that supports a multitude of industries, technology is their strong suit....
Banking on Biden: What local leaders are expecting
Writer: Joey Garrand 3 minute read March 2021 — The Biden-Harris Administration is now at the helm of the country,...
Invest: Philadelphia 2021 Launch Conference set to highlight Philadelphia’s economic
Writer: Joey Garrand  2 min read March 2021 — Philadelphia’s economic resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges to highlight...
Aaron Walton
Remaining true to their mission while adapting to a new landscape
For the last three years, the university was hard at work on further improving the student experience, financial strength and...
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Spotlight On: Tom Harper, Executive Vice President & Head of Technology Banking, Wells Fargo Commercial Banking
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read March 2021 — Wells Fargo, a leading financial services company serving 10% of all...
Abramson Senior Care
Higher risks require fresh approach for elderly care
Writer: Joey Garrand    2 min read March 2021 — The pandemic has touched everyone’s lives but seniors have been...
Roxann Cooke
Diversity & Inclusion drive the path forward for JP Morgan Chase
Diversity and inclusion has been top of mind for JP Morgan Chase with 2020 seeing a much stronger push in...
Eric Green West Pharma President & CEO
Spotlight On: Eric Green, President & CEO, West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas    2 min read February 2021 —West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. is a leading provider of innovative, high-quality...
Tiffany Wilson
Philadelphia’s eds and meds sector poised to support recovery of the city
Entrepreneurialism is essential to economic recovery and growth. Economic recovery programs and support from the new administration will be incredibly...
Matt Taylor
Spotlight On: Matt Taylor, Chairman & CEO, Duane Morris LLP
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas    2 min read February 2021 — Duane Morris LLP is a law firm that provides innovative...
Volumetric Building Companies
Multi-family housing booming, say local leaders
Writer: Joey Garrand    2 min read February 2021 — The pandemic has brought with it many challenges and uncertainties...
David DeLizza
Construction continues despite initial pandemic shock
Despite the pandemic challenges to the construction sector, business has been good for Pennoni, a multidisciplinary firm headquartered in Philadelphia...
Joan Docktor
Spotlight On: Joan Docktor, President, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read February 2021 — After the first months of the pandemic, home sales rebounded in...
George Pallas
Spotlight On: George Pallas, Managing Partner & CEO, Cohen Seglias
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read February 2021 — Over the past 30 years, Cohen Seglias has grown from a...
Philadelphia Skyline
Physical bank branches give way to robust digital platforms
Writer: Joey Garrand    3 min read February 2021 — As in many other industries, the pandemic has accelerated innovations...
Michelle Kichline
Chester County rises to the occasion in order to service the needs of the local business community
Chester County entered the pandemic with solid financial standing which has allowed them to go above and beyond in terms...
Emily Schapira
Spotlight On:
Emily Schapira, President & CEO, Philadelphia Energy Authority
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read January 2021 —Philadelphia is a burgeoning haven for clean energy generation and energy efficiency...
Spotlight On:
Emily Schapira, President & CEO, Philadelphia Energy Authority
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read January 2021 —Philadelphia is a burgeoning haven for clean energy generation and energy efficiency...
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Philadelphia poised for strong recovery, leaders say
Max Crampton-Thomas 3 min read January 2021 — The COVID-19 pandemic induced a global halt to economic activity while reversing...
Bernie Shields
Spotlight On:
Bernie Shields, Regional President, Philadelphia and South Jersey, M&T Bank
By: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read Jan 2021 —  “M&T Bank prides itself on having a solid, carefully selected portfolio of...
Philadelphia Skyline
Struggling malls, offices and restaurants
to be repurposed in Philadelphia
By: Joey Garrand 2 min read January 2021 — Due to the desire to maintain the city’s architecture and culture,...
Jefferson Health
Philadelphia’s life sciences market flush with cash, short on space
By: Joey Garrand 2 min read January 2021 — Money is pouring into Philadelphia’s life sciences market, which is among...
Tech Image
Philadelphia’s professional services stand shoulder to shoulder with clients
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2020 — As demand for professional services and advice ramped up amid the...
Dennis Pfleiger
Dedication and purpose have been keys to success for healthcare in 2020
For Philadelphia's higher education sector, opening a campus during a pandemic was challenging but the dedicated staff at institutions such...
Jerry Sweeney
Spotlight On: Jerry Sweeney, President & CEO, Brandywine Realty Trust
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2020 —  Philadelphia’s commercial real estate landscape is morphing toward designs that accommodate...
Higher Education
Philly’s higher ed learning new lessons from COVID
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2020 — The higher education sector was thrown for a loop this past...
Doctor Image
Face Off:
Paving the path to the future of healthcare
By: Beatrice Silva 3 min read November 2020 — Although major obstacles stemming from the pandemic have led to a...
Online Banking
How technology is revolutionizing the way banks and customers interact
By: Beatrice Silva 2 min read November 2020 — Technology is revolutionizing the way financial institutions operate. Gone are the...
Ghost Tours
Philadelphia’s Spookiest Halloween Attractions
By: Beatrice Silva 2 min read October 2020 — It’s truly the spookiest time of the year and there is...
Christopher Heck
Philadelphia 76ers reflect on the unprecedented 2019-2020 season
As the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat battled for the NBA Championship, the rest of the league was left...
Generic office
Best practices for sustainable business growth in a post-pandemic world
By: Beatrice Silva 3 min read September 2020 — Coming off a record economic year for the Philadelphia region, no one...
Travis Rhodes
Trepidation loomed over initial PPP roll-out. However, Truist took on the challenge with full force
Travis Rhodes, a Regional President of Truist, speaks to how there was much trepidation during the initial PPP roll out,...
Innovation and adaptation: What this could mean for education post-pandemic
By: Beatrice Silva  2 min read September 2020 — The pandemic forced educational institutions to pivot all of their operations to...
Seth Berger
Sixers Innovation Lab’s collaborative approach is a vital part of its strength and resilience
When the pandemic first hit it was important for Seth Berger, Managing Director of the Sixers Innovation Lab, to continue...
Dr. Stephen Klasko
Putting people first and sticking to value system are the keys to success for Jefferson Health
Jefferson Health, one of the largest hospital systems in Philadelphia, has experienced great overall success in dealing with the direct...
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Students face remote learning in return to school
By: Beatrice Silva 3 min read August 2020 — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, so does the number of...
South Jersey, Philly Industrial real estate a hotbed for investors
By: Beatrice Silva 2 min read August 2020 — Even before the pandemic, billions of consumers had already been shopping...
How the aviation industry is weathering COVID-19 turbulence
By: Beatrice Silva 2 min read July 2020 — Summer this year is drastically different. Instead of hopping on planes...
Startup ecosystem has a new Silicon Valley: Philadelphia
By: Beatrice Silva 2 min read July 2020 — The term “startup” may bring to mind a group of motivated...
A deeper look into how Philadelphia’s economy is recovering
By: Beatrice Silva 2 min read - Philadelphia is the seventh-largest metropolitan area in the United States. Its diverse population,...
The Post-Pandemic City
By: Abby Melone, President & CEO, Capital Analytics It’s a truism in today’s hyper-connected world that people go where the...
Florida and Pennsylvania unemployment claims level off as economies slowly reopen
By: Beatrice Silva  3 min read June 2020 — As of June 5, most of Florida has taken the next...
Spotlight On:
Rodger Levenson, Chairman, President & CEO, WSFS Bank
By: Max Crampton Thomas 2 min read June 2020 — For 188 years, WSFS has served its community by staying...
Philadelphia steadily rising from COVID-19 challenges
By: Max Crampton Thomas 2 minute read: June 2020 — Virtually every sector of the economy has been pinched, crushed, or...
Spotlight On:
John Lawrence, President, Mid-Atlantic Territory at Aetna, a CVS Health Company
By: Max Crampton Thomas 2 min read June 2020 —  Founded in 1853, Aetna is one of the nation's leading...
Pennsylvania ready for a partial reopening; Philly, New Jersey not there yet
By: Felipe Rivas 2 min read May 2020 — Along the East Coast, states are phasing in the reopening of...
Spotlight On:
John Fry, President, Drexel University
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read April 2020 — As the COVID-19 pandemic took hold across the United States, educational...
Larry Korman
This hospitality leader is finding the silver lining even in the current COVID-19 pandemic
The hospitality industry in the United States has taken a massive blow in the fight against COVID-19 as stay at...
South Jersey and Philadelphia transition into online learning
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read April 2020 —Jefferson Health is a multistate, nonprofit health system, including teaching hospitals, centered...
South Jersey and Philadelphia transition into online learning
By: Felipe Rivas 2 min read April 2020 — As the coronavirus reduced daily activity to only essential services, educational...
Spotlight On:
Gregory Sorensen, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Tower Health
By: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read April 2020 — Tower Health is a regional, integrated healthcare provider/payer system that oversees...
Spotlight On:
Dixieanne James, President & COO, Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia
By: Felipe Rivas 2 min read April 2020 — Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia is part of the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network,...
Let’s get virtual: Six must-read tips for engaging online
By: Abby Melone It’s a brave new world for everyone. Quarantine, lockdown, self-isolation and sheltering in place characterize the new normal...
Maintaining unity and creating value through virtual meetings
By: Felipe Rivas 2 min read April 2020 — The novel coronavirus forced a global halt to major international, regional and...
Home sweet office: How to make your home office work
By: Max Crampton- Thomas 4 min read March 2020 — The COVID-19 health pandemic has upended daily life in unprecedented ways...
Philly’s venture funds capitalize on momentum
By: Sara Warden 2 min read March 2020 — According to a recent report by the Philadelphia Alliance for Capital and Technologies...
Pharmacies Going the Extra Mile in Philadelphia
By: Sara Warden 2 min read February 2020 — According to research from the University of Texas, 13-27% of ER visits in...
Gov. Wolf’s Pennsylvania Budget Prioritizes Education, Income
By: Sara Warden 2 min read February 2020 — Democrat Gov. Tom Wolf focused his 2020-21 budget on education and income, proposing...
Philadelphia Building on Life Sciences Success
By: Sara Warden 2 min read January 2020 — Last March, Philadelphia came in at an impressive eighth in CBRE’s ranking of...
New inventory, worldwide recognition to expand Philly’s hospitality in 2020
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read January 2020 — Philadelphia’s hospitality industry welcomed a variety of hotels and restaurants in 2019,...
Spotlight On:
Joseph Culley, Head of Capital Markets Group, Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read January 2020 — An increase in high-net-worth investors, financial professionals moving back to the city...
Healthcare in Philadelphia Going from Strength to Strength
By: Sara Warden 2 min read January 2020 — Innovation in Philadelphia’s healthcare industry has long been recognized as exemplary, and...
Spotlight On:
Sean Beuche, Regional Manager, Marcus & Millichap
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read December 2019 — 2019 was a steady year for Philadelphia’s commercial real estate. The market’s...
Philadelphia, South Jersey Prioritize Transit, Affordability, Sustainability in 2020
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2019 — Although under slightly different time frames, both South Jersey and Philadelphia’s local and...
Spotlight On:
Daniel J. Hilferty, CEO, Independence Health Group
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read December 2019 — The business community is responsible in a great way for the environment...
Philly Zoo Embraces the Festive Spirit with LumiNature
By: Sara Warden  2 min read December 2019 — During the Christmas season, electricity usage skyrockets as homes, businesses and local...
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Adam Mullen, Market Leader, Greater Philadelphia Region, CBRE
By: Yolanda Rivas One of the main drivers of Philadelphia’s economy is the real estate industry, attractive for its affordable...
Philly Leads in ‘Taking Care of Business’
By: Sara Warden In NBC’s 2019 ranking of Top States for Business, Pennsylvania landed a lacklustre 28th position – lower...
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Robert Kane, Market President, KeyBank
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read December 2019 — Philadelphia’s growing economy and robust education and life sciences sectors have...
Philly Bets Big on Biotech
By: Sara Warden 2 min read December 2019 — The biotech industry is unlike almost any other. Companies spend billions of...
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Scott Zuckerman, Principal, Domus Construction
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read November 2019 — Philadelphia-area general contractor Domus was established in 1976. The company has...
Philadelphia celebrates 100th Thanksgiving Day parade
By Yolanda Rivas 2 min read November 2019 — It is well-known that Philadelphia is a city of firsts in...
Our Pick: 5 Scariest Halloween Attractions in Philly
By: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read October 2019 — Philadelphia is a city of firsts, from its rich history to...
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Chuck Hurchalla, President, Evolution Energy Partners
By Yolanda Rivas 2 min read October 2019 —  Energy efficiency and sustainability are hot topics of conversation across all...
Spotlight On:
Matthew Taylor, Chairman & CEO, Duane Morris LLP
By Yolanda Rivas 2 min read OCTOBER 2019 — As the Philadelphia legal market grows and consolidates, Philadelphia-based firm Duane...
How Philly Universities Are Getting Ready for Jobs of the Future
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read OCTOBER 2019 — The higher education sector is one of Philadelphia’s main economic engines....
Philly Developers Quick off the Mark in OZ Race
Writer: Sara Warden 2 min read OCTOBER 2019 — Philadelphia’s population growth has lagged other large metro areas in the...
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Tim Pulte, Senior Executive Vice President, Colliers International
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read October 2019 — Collier’s Philadelphia delivers a full range of services to commercial real...
Spotlight On:
HBK CPAs & Consultants, James Bartolomei, Principal
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read SEPTEMBER 2019 — Technology is disrupting every industry in the world. From healthcare to...
Spotlight On: Bret Perkins, Vice President, External & Government Affairs, Comcast Corporation
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read SEPTEMBER 2019 — The Comcast Technology Center just received one of the development industry’s...
Philly Legal: These Sectors Are on the Right Side of the Law
by Yolanda Rivas 2 min read SEPTEMBER 2019 — Over the last few years, Philadelphia’s legal sector has seen a...
Spotlight on:
David Devan, General Director & President, Opera Philadelphia
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — Philadelphia is characterized by its diversity and rich history, which are...
Banks increasing support for Philly’s growing small businesses sector
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — The economic environment in Philadelphia, with many world-class educational and healthcare...
Spotlight on:
Kenneth Lawrence Jr., Commissioner, Montgomery County
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — Montgomery County is the third-most populous county in Pennsylvania and the...
Record Numbers Flock to Philly, Again
by Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — Greater Philadelphia experienced its ninth straight year of record tourism in...
Spotlight on:
Gary Jonas, President & Principal, The HOW Group
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — Philadelphia’s real estate market has been growing steadily over the last...
Top Philly Neighborhoods for Commercial Real Estate
by Yolanda Rivas 2 min read AUGUST 2019 — Philadelphia’s real estate sector has been in growth mode for a...
Spotlight on:
Chad Dobbs, General Manager for Pennsylvania, Uber
Writer: Yolanda Rivas 2 min read JULY 2019 — Ride sharing is here to stay. Although the concept is not...
Spotlight on:
William Burns, Tax Office Managing Partner, BDO
By Yolanda Rivas 2 min read JULY 2019 — Accountants and financial professionals play an important role in the global...
Philly Life Science Leaders Boosting Infrastructure, Partnerships
by Yolanda Rivas 2 min read July 2019 — With more than 800 related companies and a rich network of...
Philadelphia Readies the Fireworks for Iconic July 4 Bash
by Yolanda Rivas 2 min read July 2019 — When it comes to celebrating America’s birthday, few do it like...
Baby boomer retirees keeping accountants, advisers busy
By staff writer June 2019 — As the baby boomer generation retires from the workforce, the need for business succession...
Big Game, Big Impact
January 2018 — “Win it all and the party is on us,” read a Bud Light tweet to the Eagles...
Small City, Big Impact
January 2018 — Celebrating an official 20 years as Philadelphia’s Garden District, Chestnut Hill now has something else to be...
PA Governor Tom Wolf in Philadelphia
  Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and Executive Director Josh Greenberg of Capital Analytics When: January 17, 2018 Where: Temple University...
Governor Wolf Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency
January 2018 — Back in October, President Trump declared the opioid crisis a national health emergency. While the national rate...
PhilaPort Expansion Will Boost the Regional Economy
January 2018 — In December, PhilaPort was named by Forbes as one of the fastest-growing import ports by value. The...

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