Conshohocken
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Conshohocken’s Idle Steel Mill Property Draws a Bidding War for ‘Generational’ Opportunity
Cleveland-Cliffs, Conshohocken’s former steel mill, is up for grabs and drawing a lot of attention, writes Paul Schwedelson for Philadelphia Business Journal. The riverfront property has tapped real estate brokerage Binswanger to sell the idled 66-acre plant tucked between I-76 and the Blue Route. Though currently zoned for industrial use, the site could transform into…
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IKEA and Best Buy Join Forces with Innovative Store-in-Store Partnership
IKEA, headquartered in Conshohocken, and Best Buy have launched a first-of-its-kind in-store partnership, according to Best Buy. The partnership will blend high-tech appliances with smart, stylish home furnishings, all in one seamless shopping experience, While the pilot is starting in 10 stores across Florida and Texas, the concept sets the stage for expansion. The new…
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Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano Speaks Up After WMMR Exit
After more than two decades on air with “The Preston & Steve Show”, Conshohocken local Kathy Romano is adjusting to life off the mic, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Romano opened up about her abrupt departure from WMMR this spring, a moment she said ready to pass out. The radio personality joined the show…
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The Phillies Welcome Newest Teammate—With Roots in Conshohocken
Conshohocken’s nonprofit Team Foster teamed up with the Phillies to introduce Tugger, a 10-week-old yellow lab and service dog-in-training, writes 6abc Action News. Named in honor of Phillies legend and Marine reservist Tug McGraw, Tugger made his national debut on Good Morning America and appeared at Citizens Bank Park during last Tuesday night’s game against…
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CEO of Conshohocken-based ZeroEyes Named Entrepreneur of the Year
Mike Lahiff, CEO of Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes, has been named a 2025 Greater Philadelphia Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst and Young LLP, writes Donna Rovins for The Reporter. ZeroEyes was founded by a team of former Navy SEALs and technologists. The team developed the first AI-powered gun detection platform to receive the Department of Homeland…
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IKEA Plans to Expand Philadelphia Area Footprint with New Store Formats
IKEA, with its U.S. headquarters in Conshohocken, is planning to expand its Greater Philadelphia footprint with new format stores, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The popular Swedish retailer is experiencing an unprecedented growth spurt with two types of new stores: smaller locations from 50,000 to 100,000 square feet and plan and order…
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Conshohocken’s Boomi Named a Leader as Integration Tech Powers AI-Driven Workflows
For the 11th consecutive year, Gartner’s 2025 Magic Quadrant recognized Boomi as a Leader in Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS), writes E3 Magazine. As companies depend increasingly more on automation and data integration, Boomi’s services only become more crucial. The Conshohocken software company helps companies make all their different systems – software, apps, and…
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Conshohocken-Based Boomi Supercharges Business with Build-Your-Own AI Agents
Conshohocken-based tech firm Boomi is making it easier than ever for businesses to bring artificial intelligence (AI) into their everyday operations, writes Eric Avidon for Tech Target. Long known for helping companies connect data and applications, Boomi is now putting AI front and center. This week, at its Boomi World user conference in Dallas, the…
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A Riverfront Revival: Conshohocken’s Evolution from Steel Town to Creative Hub
Conshohocken is balancing its industrial past with a vibrant, community-driven future, writes Regan Fletcher Stephens for Philadelphia Magazine. From its roots as a Lenape settlement to a booming steel town and now a rising hub for young professionals and creative entrepreneurs, this riverside borough is embracing transformation without losing its soul. At the heart of…
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Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano Leaves Preston & Steve in Emotional On-Air Farewell
Conshohocken’s Kathy Romano, a longtime voice on Philadelphia’s airwaves, is stepping away from WMMR’s Preston & Steve show after 22 years, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The decision wasn’t hers—parent company Beasley Media Group confirmed her contract was not renewed amid ongoing company-wide cutbacks. Romano made the announcement live on air Thursday…
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Cleveland-Cliffs to Idle Conshohocken Steel Mill, Layoffs Ahead
Cleveland-Cliffs, the nation’s second-largest steelmaker, plans to idle three plants, including the plate-finishing works in Conshohocken, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. These temporary but indefinite closures will start at the end of June. The Montgomery County plant, located just outside the borough in Plymouth Township, employs around 110 people who are expected…
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IKEA Mini Store Concept Headed to Texas This Year
Big news in a smaller package: a bite-sized IKEA is heading to the Rio Grande Valley later this year, writes Dina Arévalo for My San Antonio. According to state records, the Swedish retailer headquartered in Conshohocken is bringing one of its small-format stores to Pharr Town Center, a busy shopping hub in Pharr, Texas. The…
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ZeroEyes Expands AI Gun Detection to 15 More Pennsylvania School Districts
Conshohocken’s ZeroEyes, an AI-powered gun detection company, expands to 15 Pennsylvania school districts, writes Donna Rovins for the Reporter. The expansion follows a $2 million grant from the Pennsylvania Commission of Crime and Delinquency. “We are deeply honored by the Pennsylvania state Senate’s support of our mission to keep communities safe,” said Mike Lahiff, ZeroEyes…
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Conshohocken’s Hamilton Lane Surpasses Target with Over $615 Million in Funding
Conshohocken-based Hamilton Lane raised $615.3 million in its first venture-focused fund, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The funding will provide investors with access to venture capital opportunities through a mix of primary and secondary transactions. The Hamilton Lane Venture Access Fund closed 23 percent above its original $500 million target. It focuses…
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What Makes Eagles Fandom So Crazy?
Conshohocken’s Dr. Liselle Milazzo, an assistant professor at Penn State Abington, spent the past NFL season observing Eagles fans at local sports bars, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. As she prepares to launch a formal study, she sheds light on what makes this fanbase unique. Fandom, she explains, is driven by three factors: internal…
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Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties Expands into Kentucky
Conshohocken’s Morgan Properties, the nation’s largest private owner of multi-family communities, has expanded into Kentucky, reports the company. The $39 million acquisition of Blankenbaker Crossings in Louisville makes Kentucky state number 20 in Morgan Properties ever-growing portfolio. This comes as the company celebrates its 40 year anniversary. Morgan Properties already has a footprint in the…
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The Third ‘A Philly Special Christmas’ Album Breaks Record
The third installment of the Eagles charity album, A Philly Special Christmas Party, recorded in Conshohocken, is breaking records with its debut, according to a staff report from KYW Newsradio. The record set a new milestone, by achieving the largest sales in a week for a holiday release on vinyl in the modern era. According…
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David’s Bridal Introduces On-Demand Delivery with DoorDash
Conshohocken-based David’s Bridal has partnered with DoorDash to offer brides, bridesmaids, and special occasion shoppers on-demand delivery, according to a staff report from the Chain Store Age. Shoppers can now receive David’s Bridal’s selection of dresses, shoes, and accessories in under an hour after they place their order. “Whether you prefer the convenience of doorstep…
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