• Inside Bryn Mawr College’s Vision to Redefine the Liberal Arts Experience

    Inside Bryn Mawr College’s Vision to Redefine the Liberal Arts Experience

    Bryn Mawr College is laying out an ambitious roadmap for the future, unveiling a new 10-year strategic plan aimed at strengthening academics, student experience, and campus life, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Lower Merion institution’s vision builds on recent momentum under President Wendy Cadge. It implemented a pilot mentorship program that connects…

  • Sale of Flats at Lansdale Tops Regional Averages, Signals Strong Demand

    Sale of Flats at Lansdale Tops Regional Averages, Signals Strong Demand

    A major apartment complex in Lansdale has changed hands, underscoring the strength of Montgomery County’s rental market, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. New York-based DRA Advisors has acquired Flats at Lansdale, a 180-unit community located along Towamencin Avenue, for $58 million. The purchase marks the firm’s first multifamily investment in Pennsylvania. The…

  • Souderton’s Univest Eyes Growth Beyond Philly as Earnings Climb

    Souderton’s Univest Eyes Growth Beyond Philly as Earnings Climb

    Souderton-based Univest Financial Corp. is posting strong financial gains while setting its sights on growth beyond the Philadelphia region, writes Jeff Blumenthal for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The Montgomery County bank reported a 21% jump in first-quarter earnings alongside a nearly 12% increase in net interest income. The steady momentum poises the company to sharpen…

  • Chicken Salad Chick Targeting Montgomery County Expansion

    Chicken Salad Chick Targeting Montgomery County Expansion

    Montgomery County could soon be home to a new fast-casual concept not yet seen in the Philadelphia region, according to Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. A local franchise group has signed a deal to bring six Chicken Salad Chick locations to the suburbs. The first is expected to open in Montgomery County. The…

  • Another Large-Scale Data Center Could Reshape Montco Landscape

    Another Large-Scale Data Center Could Reshape Montco Landscape

    A data center proposal in Linfield is officially on the table, adding to a growing list of large-scale projects across Montgomery County, writes Evan Brandt for The Times Herald. Township officials confirmed that an application has been submitted for a massive development at the former Publicker Distillery site. The proposal calls for nearly 1.8 million…

  • Bimbo Bakeries Exits Horsham HQ While Maintaining Montco Presence

    Bimbo Bakeries Exits Horsham HQ While Maintaining Montco Presence

    A major corporate presence in Montgomery County is preparing to relocate, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bimbo Bakeries USA announced plans to move its U.S. headquarters from Horsham to the Dallas area. The company, known for brands like Entenmann’s, Sara Lee, and Thomas’, said the move is aimed at improving operational alignment and…

  • Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Makes First Major Move Under New CEO

    Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers Makes First Major Move Under New CEO

    Fort Washington’s Toll Brothers is expanding its national footprint with a new acquisition, marking the first major move under recently appointed CEO Karl Mistry, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The luxury homebuilder has agreed to acquire Buffington Homes, a leading builder in northwest Arkansas. The deal brings nine active or upcoming communities…

  • A 30-Year Journey: Gregory Shank is Named New Managing Partner of Maillie LLP

    A 30-Year Journey: Gregory Shank is Named New Managing Partner of Maillie LLP

    Gregory Shank didn’t just land the top job at one of the region’s most respected accounting firms. He’s been building toward it for more than three decades. Maillie LLP, the Limerick-based accounting and advisory firm, has named Shank as its new managing partner, succeeding Laurie Tolle, who is retiring after 19 years with the firm.…

  • Valley Forge Rev Run Raises $100K in Milestone 20th Year

    Valley Forge Rev Run Raises $100K in Milestone 20th Year

    Montgomery County’s Valley Forge Revolutionary Run hit a major milestone this year, celebrating its 20th year with both a strong turnout and record fundraising, writes The Times Herald. The event held at Valley Forge National Historical Park brought together more than 1,500 runners and walkers from 23 states and even the Netherlands. The run was…

  • Dine Better All Year for $150: The Farmer’s Daughter Launches a VIP Club Worth Joining

    Dine Better All Year for $150: The Farmer’s Daughter Launches a VIP Club Worth Joining

    If you already find yourself at The Farmer’s Daughter Restaurant at Normandy Farm a few times a year, it’s worth doing the math before your next visit. A VIP Club membership runs $150 annually, and it doesn’t take long to recoup that. The complimentary Sunday brunch for two alone is worth the better part of…

  • Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech

    Walmart Investing Big in Montco with Store Remodels and Faster Shopping Tech

    Walmart is bringing a wave of upgrades to Montgomery County, with three local stores set to undergo renovations as part of a broader statewide modernization effort, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 32 stores across Pennsylvania, including locations in Lower Salford Township, Hatfield, and Cheltenham Township. The updates…

  • Norristown Robotics Firm Powers High-Tech Farm Security in Hawaii

    Norristown Robotics Firm Powers High-Tech Farm Security in Hawaii

    A Montgomery County company is helping reshape how farms protect their crops, and it’s happening thousands of miles away, writes Chris Mccullough for Future Farming. Norristown’s Asylon Robotics is providing high-tech “robot dogs” that are now being used to patrol large agricultural operations. DroneDog tech is deploying at major farming sites in Hawaii, where it…

  • Dave & Buster’s Set to Open Massive New Location in King of Prussia

    Dave & Buster’s Set to Open Massive New Location in King of Prussia

    A major entertainment destination is about to open its doors in Montgomery County. Dave & Buster’s announced in a press release that it will officially debut its new King of Prussia location on May 25. The new location will bring a mix of arcade gaming, dining, and sports viewing to one of the region’s busiest…

  • UBS Taps New Regional Leader, Prepares to Leave Conshohocken Office

    UBS Taps New Regional Leader, Prepares to Leave Conshohocken Office

    A major wealth management firm with a presence in Montgomery County is entering a new chapter, writes Jeff Blumenthal for The Philadelphia Business Journal. UBS recently named Patricia Cashin as senior market director for the Greater Philadelphia region. Cashin will oversee five local offices, including one in Conshohocken, and help manage more than $50 billion…

  • Main Line Health to Close Women’s Wellness Center in King of Prussia

    Main Line Health to Close Women’s Wellness Center in King of Prussia

    A specialized behavioral health program serving Montgomery County residents is set to close its doors, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Main Line Health announced it will shut down its Women’s Emotional Wellness Center, including its King of Prussia location, on June 8. The health network cites staffing challenges and financial pressures. The center…

  • Big Changes Planned for Plymouth Meeting Mall as Developer Eyes Sports Complex

    Big Changes Planned for Plymouth Meeting Mall as Developer Eyes Sports Complex

    A major redevelopment vision taking shape in the region could soon have a big impact in Montgomery County, writes Paul Schwedelson for The Philadelphia Business Journal. Developer Dean Adler plans to transform aging shopping malls, including Plymouth Meeting Mall, into vibrant mixed-use destinations anchored by youth sports facilities. At Plymouth Meeting Mall, Adler’s proposal calls…

  • Ursinus Expands Graduate Opportunities with New Partnership with the University of Rochester

    Ursinus Expands Graduate Opportunities with New Partnership with the University of Rochester

    Ursinus College has signed a new affiliation agreement with Simon Business School at the University of Rochester in New York. The five-year Business Master’s Pathway program offers students a streamlined route into one of Simon’s five full-time master’s programs — accounting, finance, business analytics, marketing analytics, and artificial intelligence in business. “The 4+1 partnership between…

  • Sixers Investor David Adelman Expands Spirits Brand Across PA

    Sixers Investor David Adelman Expands Spirits Brand Across PA

    A Gladwyne business leader is hitting the road to personally track the rollout of his latest venture, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal. David Adelman has been visiting Fine Wine & Good Spirits locations across the region, checking on shelf placement and building buzz as his company’s spirits debut statewide.  Adelman’s Darco Spirits…