Banking & Finance
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A Space for Banking, Learning, and Community: Citadel Credit Union to Open First Philadelphia Branch
Citadel Credit Union has signed a lease for its first Philadelphia branch, marking the beginning of a bold new chapter in community-centered banking. Opening in Overbrook Park at 7557-61 Haverford Avenue in early 2026, the branch will go beyond traditional banking, offering a community room for local nonprofits, financial workshops, and neighborhood gatherings. At 2,880 square feet,…
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Firstrust Bank a Key Partner in East West Label’s Success as a Family-Owned Business
For Christina Wilson — the CEO of Conshohocken-based East West Label, a trusted service provider for the retail industry that specializes in premium produce labeling — the family business has been a constant in her life. The Collegeville native fondly remembers working for the company her grandfather, Bill Wilson Sr., founded in Sharon Hill in…
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Investing in Kids, One Meal at a Time: Penn Community Bank Champions Summer Nutrition Effort
Penn Community Bank is proud to sponsor St. Luke’s Summer Meals Program for the seventh consecutive year. Since its inception, the program addresses food insecurity from Allentown to Quakertown — areas where more than half of public school students qualify for free or reduced-price school lunch. In summer 2024, the program served a total of 6,962 meals…
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How King of Prussia’s BARK U Became the Ultimate Dog Destination with Help from Firstrust Bank
Dog kennels are traditionally known to be a stressful — even frightening — environment for dogs. Ten years ago, Christine Egbert, a certified dog trainer living in Norristown, saw the need to create a daycare and lodging environment for dogs that is not only stress-free but promotes happiness and fun in a clean and safe…
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TruMark Financial Celebrates High School Seniors Solving Local Problems with More Than $14K in Scholarships
TruMark Financial Credit Union recently honored six local high school students during its annual Difference Makers Scholarship Breakfast, awarding them more than $14,000 in scholarships. The event highlighted the impact young people are making across the region through volunteerism, advocacy, and creative community solutions. Each student was recognized for leading or contributing to a meaningful…
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Hilco Global Hires Former U.S. Representative from Bucks as Advisor to Corporate Clients
Hilco Global has hired former Bucks County U.S. Representative Patrick Murphy to advise corporate clients as employers are recruited for the property, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hilco is a developer and liquidator of distressed assets based in Illinois, whose unit HRP Group is currently leading redevelopment of the two-square-mile Bellwether District…
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Meridian Bank Named a 2025 Top Workplace by ‘The Philadelphia Inquirer’
Meridian Bank has been named a Top Workplace in the Delaware Valley by The Philadelphia Inquirer in its May 18 edition. Ranked fourth among companies with 150-499 employees, Meridian is the highest-ranking financial institution. Meridian ranked well above other commercial banks in the Top Workplaces program in three key metrics: pay (17 percent higher than…
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C&N Shares 6 Steps to Protect Your Business from Cybercrime
Take a moment to think about how vital technology has become to running your business. New advancements in technology have streamlined the way you communicate, accept payments, pay bills, track inventory, manage payroll, and much more. But with these advances come new risks. Fortunately, we have six steps that you can take to better protect you…
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Firstrust Bank Helps College Ave Scale Its Vision to Become One of Nation’s Largest Private Student Loan Providers
In a little more than a decade, Wilmington-based College Ave has gone from a startup with a mission to simplify student lending to the second-largest private student loan provider in the country. Behind that swift ascent is its strategic, deeply collaborative relationship with Firstrust Bank, which began with a handshake and has since powered more…
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Buy Now or Wait? Expert Tips on Navigating High Mortgage Rates
If you’ve been wondering whether you should wait for mortgage rates to come down before you buy a house, you’re not alone. High rates and home prices have made many prospective buyers decide to sit out of the housing market. Over the past few years, we’ve seen mortgage rates climb from as low as three percent…
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Firstrust Bank’s Richard Green Receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor, Joins Eight U.S. Presidents as Past Recipients
Firstrust Bank Executive Chairman and Owner Richard J. Green was recently honored as a recipient of a 2025 Ellis Island Medal of Honor, presented by the Ellis Island Honor Society. The medal recognizes his leadership in the business and financial sectors through his roles at Firstrust, Semperverde Holding Company, Hatch Bank, and Arborverde Holding Company,…
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C&N Offers 4 Digital Resources Every Small Business Needs
Every minute matters when you’re running a business. Whether you’re chasing payments, juggling paperwork, or managing cash flow, the right digital tools can help you get more done with less stress. That’s why C&N offers powerful, easy-to-use banking solutions designed specifically for small businesses like yours. From accepting payments to protecting against fraud, here are…
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Citadel Credit Union Now an Official SBA Lender to Empower Small Businesses in Greater Philadelphia
Citadel Credit Union has been authorized as an official Small Business Administration (SBA) lender, a significant milestone that positions the credit union as a vital partner for small businesses in the Philadelphia region. This achievement comes on the heels of Citadel’s recent enhancement of its Commercial Banking team, further strengthening the credit union’s ability to provide small business…
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WSFS Bank Names Allan Matyger Chief Information Officer
Allan Matyger has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer at WSFS Bank. He will report to Chief Operating Officer Arthur Bacci and join the bank’s executive leadership team. “Under Allan’s leadership, WSFS will continue to strengthen our technology to deliver exceptional experiences for our clients and associates alike,” said Bacci. In his new…
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Eagles and Firstrust Bank Award High School Entrepreneurs in Student Business Pitch Competition
Five teams of students from four high schools in the Greater Philadelphia region recently competed in a business pitch challenge hosted by the Philadelphia Eagles and Firstrust Bank. The competition marked the culmination of the Entrepreneurs Game Plan powered by the Science of Sport program, a digital learning platform implemented in 35 area high schools…
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Bucks County Leadership: Alex Norcross, Assistant Vice President, Mid Penn Bank
Alex Norcross, Assistant Vice President at Mid Penn Bank, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in South Jersey, the lessons he learned from playing sports, and why he is excited about his role at Mid Penn. Norcross was an ambitious and hardworking teenager whose first job was as a page in the U.S. Senate…
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Police Athletic League of Philadelphia Honors Firstrust Bank CEO Tim Abell at Annual Awards Gala
For decades, Firstrust Bank has been a steadfast supporter of the Police Athletic League of Philadelphia’s mission of “Cops Helping Kids.” The bank’s mission to cultivate prosperity for its customers, employees, and the communities it serves dovetails seamlessly with PAL’s work, as both organizations are helping to build a Philadelphia where everyone — especially the…
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Citadel Credit Union: How to Protect Yourself from Impersonation Scams
Impersonator scams come in many forms. In these scams, fraudsters try to trick victims into thinking they’re from an entity you trust to take your money. Here are the three most common types of impersonator scams to look out for: Government Scams A government impersonation scam often starts with a call, email, or text from someone who says they’re with…
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