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Regional women-owned, minority firm to provide event design, production, fabrication and management services The Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention announced on that LeapStarr Productions, a regional, woman- and minority-owned event design, fabrication and production company, will be the Host Committee’s official event producer for PoliticalFest. LeapStarr will be required to provide…

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BPT The stock market is off to a rocky 2016 and experts advise we buckle up. Uncertainty around China, oil and interest rates is leading to waves of selling and a sharp decline in the market. This volatility is a reminder that we should expect the best and prepare for the worst. At the very…

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By David L.Cohen Mayor Jim Kenney delivered his first budget address Thursday. If his remarks to the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce were any indication, he will propose many different investments that will be strongly supported by the business community, including strong economic development programs and a powerful commitment to education. Most importantly, one of…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  From left to right: Jamie Shanker (Business Association Manager, Mt. Airy USA) moderates the panel, which consists of Philadelphia area professionals: Robert Scavilla (CEO, FourFront), Cherrill Wilson (Associate Director, Temple University Small Business Development Center), Morgan Stewart (Business Lending Manager, Philadelphia Federal Credit Union), and Giana Lawrence (Commerce Department, City of Philadelphia). Northwest…

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BPT In a relationship, you count on your significant other to be there with you through the good and the bad. They are your best friend, your confident and your closest ally. And you count on being able to have important conversations with them as well. One of those important conversations every couple should have…

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Wynnewood, PA–Adoptions From The Heart (AFTH), as part of its lifelong commitment to its adoptive families, presents its Spring 2016 Adoption Education Class: The Art of College Cost Planning. Presenter Ernest Chisena is a Certified Financial Planner who will provide information for parents of high school students and adult students looking to go back to…

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Non-profits partnering with other organizations to create social change are eligible to receive $35,000 in funding and media exposure in 2016 As part of its continued commitment to support the communities where it does business, Citizens Bank is now accepting applications for the second 2016 Champion in Action. The Champions in Action® program provides financial, volunteer…

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The Philadelphia 2016 Host Committee for the Democratic National Convention today announced that it is seeking an experienced event planning firm to plan and organize three major events that will take place immediately before Convention week. The Host Committee will hold a welcome reception for members of the media and Convention attendees; a welcome event…

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ABOVE PHOTO:  Julie Coker Graham philadelphia business journal Julie Coker Graham has been promoted to executive vice president of the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB), the city’s official global tourism promotion agency. “Since Julie joined our team four years ago, she has proven to be an excellent leader, who is trusted and respected in…

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associated press NEW YORK — Weight Watchers stock is gaining again, thanks to Oprah Winfrey’s weight loss. The company’s shares soared Tuesday after a new commercial starring Winfrey aired where she says she has lost 26 pounds on Weight Watchers. Winfrey said during an appearance on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” that she started on the…

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