Chester County News and Community Website
MyChesCo is regarded for our timely and relevant Chester County business news and marketplace services. Chester County, PA is home to roughly 48,950 companies, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, most of which are small businesses. Nevertheless, here you will discover publically-traded corporations, entrepreneurial startups, large national chains, company headquarters and virtually everything in between. Chester County is the place for business!
The top employers include the Vanguard Group, QVC Network, and Siemens Medical Solutions USA. Moreover, the main business sectors include Agriculture, Manufacturing, Retail Trade, Biotech, and Tourism. This unique combination of industries has allowed Chester County to maintain a booming economy while keeping a rural atmosphere, despite being one of Pennsylvania’s fastest-growing locations for business.
Yet, while the area can boast being home to many large, nationally known and award-winning brands and companies, the area truly thrives because of small business. The typical company is either owner-operated, family-run, or a small mom-and-pop shop. It is for this reason that Chester County’s economy is one of the strongest and most diversified in the state and the nation. Here you will find everything from High Tech to Amish markets.
VALLEY FORGE, PA — UGI Corporation (NYSE: UGI) has released its 2023 environmental, social, and governance (ESG) report, titled “The Journey: Managing Climate Risks and Opportunities.” The report highlights the …
UGI Corporation Reports Significant ESG Progress in 2023 Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — The Simpson Foundation has awarded $83,000 in scholarships to 36 employees at Jenner’s Pond, a senior living facility. This financial support, presented on July 13th, aims …
Simpson Foundation Awards $83,000 in Scholarships to Jenner’s Pond Employees Read More
DEVON, PA — L2 Capital has announced the appointment of Greg Summers as Chief Executive Officer of Orion Talent, a specialized talent solutions provider.
L2 Capital Names Greg Summers as CEO of Orion Talent Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a series of recent actions aimed at protecting small business owners from unfair and deceptive practices by franchisors. These measures …
FTC Takes Action Against Unfair Practices in Franchising Read More
SEATTLE, WA — The median U.S. home-sale price soared to an all-time high of $397,482 in the four weeks ending July 7, marking a 4.7% increase from the previous year, …
U.S. Home Sale Prices Hit Record High Despite Cooling Market Read More
EXTON, PA — dsm-firmenich has appointed Paul Spencer as the new President of its Biomedical business, following an extensive global search conducted by Legacy MEDSearch. Spencer succeeds John Witkowski in …
dsm-firmenich Names Paul Spencer as New President of Biomedical Division Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced recent adjustments to the monetary exemption thresholds under its Franchise Rule, reflecting changes due to inflation. These adjustments will take …
FTC Adjusts Franchise Rule Exemption Thresholds to Reflect Inflation Read More
MALVERN, PA — Balfour Beatty Communities (BBC) has announced key leadership appointments to enhance its military housing operations. Starla Miller has been named senior vice president of military housing operations, …
Balfour Beatty Communities Names New Leaders in Military Housing Read More
WAYNE, PA, and TULLINGE, Sweden — XyloCor Therapeutics, Inc. recently secured licensing rights to the Extroducer® Infusion Catheter System from SmartWise. This innovative device is set to revolutionize the delivery …
XyloCor Therapeutics and SmartWise Team Up to Enhance Gene Therapy Delivery Read More
MALVERN, PA — The Institutes recently appointed new leadership to its Board of Trustees. W. Robert Berkley Jr., the president and CEO of W. R. Berkley Corporation, will serve as …
Leadership Shift at The Institutes: New Chair and Vice Chair Bring Extensive Experience Read More