• 2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Armena Ballard

    2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Armena Ballard

    Newtown Square native Armena Ballard is the Director of Marketing at CTDI, where she leads and develops the company’s corporate and U.S. marketing strategy. “I oversee a team of five project managers and creative managers that support CTDI’s business units and corporate departments,” said Ballard. “This includes developing and overseeing branding, website strategy and development,…

  • Upcoming West Chester University Pop-Up Poetry Festival Will Feature Workshops, Award Presentations, and Student Performances

    Upcoming West Chester University Pop-Up Poetry Festival Will Feature Workshops, Award Presentations, and Student Performances

    West Chester University’s Poetry Center will host a Pop-Up Poetry Festival on Apr. 14 and 15 to celebrate National Poetry Month. The event’s theme is “Renaissance” and invites participants to delve into the world of poetry through a lens of hope while developing an appreciation for the craft of writing poetry. Festival highlights include a…

  • MacElree Harvey Commemorates Women’s History Month in an Interview Series Q&A with Robyn Rykard

    MacElree Harvey Commemorates Women’s History Month in an Interview Series Q&A with Robyn Rykard

    MacElree Harvey has celebrated March — Women’s History Month — with a series of Q&A interviews, including the firm’s Office Assistant and Receptionist Robyn Rykard. Describe your current and past roles at MacElree Harvey.  I started with MacElree Harvey in 2018 as an office assistant. Generally speaking, an office assistant’s responsibilities include ordering toner and placing…

  • First Bank Launches ZEscrow and ZRent Escrow and Rent Management Tools

    First Bank Launches ZEscrow and ZRent Escrow and Rent Management Tools

    First Bank has launched ZEscrow and ZRent, two innovative financial platforms designed to increase the convenience and efficiency of businesses in managing escrow, subaccounts, and rent collection. Developed by ZSuite Tech, ZEscrow and ZRent are responsive digital solutions designed to simplify escrow account management and monthly rent collection. ZEscrow streamlines the escrow process, providing customers with…

  • S&T Bank Plans Days of Delight Campaign To Pay it Forward and Spread Joy

    S&T Bank Plans Days of Delight Campaign To Pay it Forward and Spread Joy

    Running a financial campaign is usually designed as a numbers-driven plan that is strategically executed and measured. Campaigns of this kind are certainly vital to institutional success. But what about holding one that is designed to bring about awareness of community-driven work and spread some cheer? With the idea of surprising and delighting customers and…

  • MacElree Harvey Commemorates Women’s History Month in an Interview Series Q&A with Nicole Castafero

    MacElree Harvey Commemorates Women’s History Month in an Interview Series Q&A with Nicole Castafero

    MacElree Harvey has celebrated March — Women’s History Month — with a series of Q&A interviews, including the Firm Administrator, Nicole Castafero. Reflecting on Women’s History Month, how have you seen the role of women in legal administration evolve during your career, and what contributions do you believe women have made to the success of law firms and…

  • The Immaculata University Symphony To Present Its Annual Spring Concert Apr. 13

    The Immaculata University Symphony To Present Its Annual Spring Concert Apr. 13

    The Immaculata Symphony will hold its annual spring concert, Radiant Light, on Saturday, Apr. 13, at 7:30 PM in Alumnae Hall on the campus of Immaculata University. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the University’s founding in 1920.   Tickets are $15 for general admission and $12 for senior…

  • 2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Dr. Babak Eslami

    2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Dr. Babak Eslami

    Born in Tehran, Iran, Dr. Babak Eslami’s family moved to Dubai, UAE, when he was 16 years old with the goal of immigrating to the United States. Now, Eslami is the Associate Professor and Chair of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Widener University. “I am learning how to pave the path for my faculty to…

  • Joelle T. Shanesy Joins Lamb McErlane’s Family Law Department

    Joelle T. Shanesy Joins Lamb McErlane’s Family Law Department

    Joelle T. Shanesy has joined the Lamb McErlane PC in its Family Law department. Shanesy will assist clients with divorce matters, custody, child support, spousal support and alimony, adoption, and protection from abuse. She also practices guardianship and conservatorship estate administration. Shanesy earned her JD from Duquesne University School of Law and her bachelor’s degree…

  • Pennsylvania American Water’s Kara Rahn Named as a ‘City and State’ Above & Beyond Award Recipient

    Pennsylvania American Water’s Kara Rahn Named as a ‘City and State’ Above & Beyond Award Recipient

    Pennsylvania American Water’s Kara Rahn, who was recently promoted to Director of Organizational Change Management, has been named as one of City and State’s Above & Beyond Award Recipients, writes Hilary Danailova for the outlet. Formerly the Senior Manager of Government and External Affairs at Pennsylvania American Water, Rahn’s exceptional communication skills stood out during…

  • S&T Bank Raises Over Ten Thousand Dollars for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

    S&T Bank Raises Over Ten Thousand Dollars for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

    “Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team ofpeople.” — Steve Jobs It’s truly amazing what great things can be accomplished when a team of people isdedicated to serving the same cause. S&T Bank employees held Share a Smile Day on Mar. 1 to benefit Children’s Hospital of…

  • Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino

    Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino

    During a recent celebration of his inspirational legacy, West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino was awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by Downtown West Chester, the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry, and the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce. The tribute drew numerous members of the faculty and staff, as well as…

  • MacElree Harvey Commemorates Women’s History Month in an Interview Series Q&A with Theresa Nadachowski and Diane Shoemaker

    MacElree Harvey Commemorates Women’s History Month in an Interview Series Q&A with Theresa Nadachowski and Diane Shoemaker

    MacElree Harvey has celebrated March — Women’s History Month — with a series of Q&A interviews, including the firm’s Legal Assistants, Theresa Nadachowski and Diane Shoemaker. Reflecting on Women’s History Month, how have you seen the role of women in law evolve during your career? Theresa Nadachowski: Years ago, the culture of life was more geared…

  • 2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Lauren Nehra

    2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Lauren Nehra

    Lauren Nehra, who was born in Easton and grew up in the Lehigh Valley area, is an Attorney at Gawthrop Greenwood. There, she routinely handles cases involving contract disputes, landlord/tenant matters, breaches of fiduciary duty, estate litigation, guardianships, and other Orphans’ Court/Chancery Court litigation. “I’m proud of the fact that I graduated from law school…

  • Meridian Bank Drives Successful Acquisition: A Union of Engineering Firms Howell and Nave Newell

    Meridian Bank Drives Successful Acquisition: A Union of Engineering Firms Howell and Nave Newell

    Meridian Bank was pivotal in facilitating the acquisition that brought together civil engineering firms Howell and Nave Newell, writes Bill Donahue in Suburban Life Magazine. The move was move hailed as a game-changer by both parties. Despite initial differences in appearance and approach, Denny Howell II and Greg Newell found common ground in their shared…

  • Immaculata University To Host Annual Fashion Show on Apr. 13

    Immaculata University To Host Annual Fashion Show on Apr. 13

    Immaculata University’s fashion merchandising program is hosting its annual fashion show, “Strut Through the Twenties,” on Saturday, Apr. 13, from 6:30-9:00 PM in Immaculata’s Great Hall. This event is not only a showcase of style but also a philanthropic endeavor aimed at assisting high school students in need by easing the financial burdens associated with prom, including…

  • 2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Justin Brown

    2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Justin Brown

    Coatesville native Justin Brown is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Downingtown Area School District. He serves as the internal consultant to the superintendent, assistant superintendent, executive leadership team, and principals and oversees matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion for staff, students, and families. “My responsibilities include planning, directing, coordinating, and providing…