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.
MALVERN, PA — The Insurance Information Institute is warning that homeowners who rent properties on a short-term basis may face gaps in insurance coverage, including denied claims or policy cancellation, …
Insurers Warn Short-Term Rentals May Void Home Coverage Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — More than 170 small businesses secured direct connections with major industrial buyers during the U.S. Small Business Administration’s inaugural Supplier Matchmaking Expo, marking a strong start for …
Hundreds of Small Businesses Connect With Major Buyers at SBA Expo Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Venerable promoted Lee Barnard to senior vice president and deputy general counsel, the company announced.
Venerable Promotes Lee Barnard to Deputy General Counsel Read More
EXTON, PA — Energage announced a partnership with McClatchy Media Company to expand its Top Workplaces employer recognition program across five U.S. markets, using employee survey data to identify top …
Energage, McClatchy Partner to Expand Top Workplaces Awards Read More
WAYNE, PA — The Women’s Resource Center announced that Colleen Arnold, president of Aqua, will serve as the featured speaker for the fireside chat at its 2026 Breakthrough Breakfast on …
Women’s Resource Center Names Aqua President Colleen Arnold as 2026 Speaker Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — MyChesCo, a hyperlocal digital news platform founded in 2017, is inviting Chester County businesses and nonprofit organizations to submit press releases and guest articles for free …
Free Platform Gives Local Voices a Bigger Stage Read More
VALLEY FORGE, PA — PJM Interconnection promoted two senior executives to executive vice president roles effective March 18, Interim President and CEO David E. Mills announced.
PJM Promotes Two Executives to EVP Roles Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Foreclosure activity increased nationwide in February while Chester County’s housing market remained relatively stable, supported by strong home prices and homeowner equity, according to a report …
Foreclosure Filings Rise Nationally While Chester County Remains Stable Read More
EXTON, PA — Citadel Credit Union has appointed Bonnie Levitt as senior vice president and chief human resources officer to lead its workforce strategy as the organization expands following a …
Citadel Credit Union Appoints Bonnie Levitt as Chief HR Officer Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Helix Bar Review by AccessLex Institute announced the launch of Helix NextGen, a bar preparation program designed for the NextGen Uniform Bar Exam set to debut …
Helix Bar Review Launches NextGen UBE Prep Program Read More