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Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital Celebrates National Donate Life Month with Flag Raising Ceremony
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital (CCH) hosted a flag-raising ceremony on Wednesday, Apr. 10, with members of CCH leadership and hospital staff in attendance, to honor organ donors and recipients and to educate the public on the importance of organ donation. Supporters of organ, eye, and tissue donation celebrate April as National Donate Life Month.…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit: Uniting for Positive Change
On May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will present its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. This groundbreaking summit brings together a diverse array of stakeholders committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities it serves. From nonprofit leaders to philanthropists, community funders, and local businesses, this summit aims…
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Patrick Hart Joins Meridian Bank as SVP, Commercial Lending
Meridian Bank has appointed Patrick Hart to the position of Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending. As part of the bank’s Chester County team, he’ll partner with commercial and industrial organizations throughout that community. Hart received his undergraduate degree in accounting from Drexel University, followed by an MBA in finance from Drexel. He has spent his…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Catherine ‘Cat’ Bianco
West Norriton native Catherine “Cat” Bianco is the Managing Director at Tactix Real Estate Advisors, where she has the opportunity to help businesses solve problems, design and execute strategy, and navigate conversations surrounding their real estate. “This is usually an area where most companies don’t have a designated real estate professional, so providing insight into…
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Eastern University Alum Named School Nurse of the Year
Eastern graduate Emily Hunter, M.Ed., BS, RN, CSN, has been named the Pennsylvania School Nurse of the Year by the National Association of School Nurses for 2024. Hunter received her Master of Education in School Health Services from Eastern in 2021. The previous Eastern Eagle currently works at Rhawnhurst School in Philadelphia, where she has…
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Partners in Outreach Brought Joy to Chester County Children with Easter Baskets and Brand New Outfits
Partners in Outreach, a volunteer-driven organization, was initially created with the “Operation Easter Outfit” program at its forefront. Since then, many new programs have been added, and Operation Easter Outfit continues to grow and spread joy to the children of Chester County. On Apr. 15, PIO celebrated 14 years of celebrating and supporting youth through…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Christopher Muth
West Chester native Christopher Muth is a Real Estate Investment Analyst at GMH Communities, where he is a part of the Real Estate Investment – Acquisition Team. “Our team is responsible for evaluating opportunities to purchase assets in the student housing and conventional apartment spaces,” said Muth. “What I enjoy most in the position is…
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Lamb McErlane and The DT Firm Lobbying Group Form Business Affiliation
Lamb McErlane, a regional full-service law firm, and The DT Firm, a Harrisburg-based lobbying group, have formed a business affiliation. For over 30 years, The DT Firm has utilized its legal, regulatory, administrative, and legislative experience in the Pennsylvania government to achieve client results. In addition to lobbying, The DT Firm consults with clients, ranging…
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Wilmington University Opens the Door to a New Health Career With the Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate
While working toward her bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Jhovana Preciado wondered, “How can I make myself stand out?” She found the answer in Wilmington University’s Interdisciplinary Care Management Certificate. “I don’t think many people realize how certificates play an important role when you graduate,” she said. “This one’s specially designed for management, so it’s…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Jade Veit
Bucks County (Warrington) native Jade Veit is the Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer at Penn State Great Valley, where she is responsible for the oversight and management of the alumni engagement and stewardship programs. “I manage marketing and communication efforts for our department, planning, and implementation of many campus events, as well as acting as…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Vincent Edward Miles, Jr.
Coatesville native Vincent Edward Miles Jr. is a Public/Government Affairs Representative for the City of Coatesville. As the City of Coatesville’s first-ever Public/Government Affairs Representative, some of Miles’ duties include serving as a liaison between City Council/Administration, local officials, industries, and residents; engaging with residents to attain needs, concerns, and feedback; representing the City at…
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Tax Efficiency in Retirement
Are you striving for greater tax efficiency? In retirement, it is especially important and worth discussing. A few financial adjustments may help you manage your tax liabilities. Will You Pay Higher Taxes in Retirement? It’s possible, but it will largely depend on how you generate income. Will it be from working? Will it be from retirement…
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Gardening for Your Body and Mind: The Best Exercise You Never Thought Of
Spring is here, and that means gardening season is upon us. From rose bushes to fruit trees to everything in between, the amount of beauty that gardening can bring to your home is just as massive as the positive impact it can have on you and your life. Gardening is a powerful and accessible tool…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Carrie Stare
York native Carrie Stare is the President of the LGBT Equality Alliance of Chester County, where the highlight of her role is making the LGBTQ+ community members feel safe and included in the community. “This role entails overseeing the board and all of our programming and events,” said Stare. “Since we are an all-volunteer organization,…
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Chester County Food Bank’s Fruit & Vegetable Prescription Program Promotes Health and Wellness Through Fresh Produce Access
Chester County Food Bank (CCFB) has teamed up with local healthcare partners to launch the innovative Fruit & Vegetable Prescription program. The program aims to address food insecurity and promote healthier lifestyles in Chester County. This groundbreaking initiative not only provides food-insecure households and individuals with greater access to fresh fruits and vegetables but also…
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National Poetry Month Celebration: Phoenixville Poets Take the Stage at The Colonial Theatre on Apr. 14
The Colonial Theatre is celebrating National Poetry Month by showcasing the Poets of Phoenixville. On Apr. 14th, several local poets will gather to read aloud their own poetry, recite historical favorites, and invite Q&A from participants around our work, process, and inspirations. Launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month…
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Celebrate National Library Week Apr. 7-13, 2024 with Chester County Library System
Ready, set, library! National Library Week is Apr. 7-13, and the Chester County Library System encourages everyone in the community to visit their local member library to participate in the festivities and explore all it has to offer. A proclamation issued and signed by Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Eric Roe was…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Aaron Johnson
Philadelphia and Exton native Aaron Johnson is the CEO and Founder of Ball Beyond / Ball Beyond Sports / Beyond Performance Group, where he oversees all operations and creates opportunities for the market and people. Johnson, whose first job was at Foot Locker at the age of 14, attended West Chester East High School and…
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