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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.
In the bustling world of small business, leadership is a defining factor in success. One trait that distinguishes effective leaders from ineffective ones is authenticity. This quality not only differentiates …
Authenticity: The Key to Effective Leadership and Trust Building Read More
EXTON, PA — In an act of community outreach, West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (NYSE: WST) invited special guests from the Philadelphia Eagles to its Exton headquarters on December 5, National …
Philadelphia Eagles Join West Pharmaceutical Services in Exton for National Volunteer Day Efforts Read More
WAYNE, PA — Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc., a Pennsylvania-based biopharmaceutical company, announced this week that it has entered into an exclusive patent license agreement with Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (Sun Pharma). …
Aclaris Therapeutics and Sun Pharma Sign Exclusive Patent License Agreement for Alopecia Treatment Read More
In the world of business, soft skills are often just as important as hard skills. These intangible qualities can make or break your career success. Here’s a rundown of the …
Top Soft Skills Employers Crave and Proven Strategies to Master Them Read More
MALVERN, PA — Frontline Education, the Pennsylvania-based edtech firm, announced this week that Chris Tonas has joined its executive team as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With over three decades of …
Frontline Education Welcomes Chris Tonas as New Chief Technology Officer Read More
BERWYN, PA — Annovis Bio, Inc. (NYSE: ANVS) has recently announced the completion of the last patient visit in its phase III study of buntanetap, a leading candidate for treating …
Annovis Bio Finalizes Phase III Study of Buntanetap in Early Parkinson’s Treatment, Awaits Topline Data Read More
MALVERN, PA — TELA Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: TELA), a Pennsylvania-based medical technology company, recently announced its participation in the Connecting the Dots series. This collection of branded films is presented …
TELA Bio Features in MedTech Europe’s Film Series, Showcasing OviTex Reinforced Tissue Matrix in Hernia Repair Read More
WAYNE, PA — Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE: TFX), a global provider of medical technologies, recently announced a new Peripheral Access purchasing agreement with Premier, Inc. This agreement, effective from December 1, …
Teleflex Scores Peripheral Access Purchasing Agreement with Premier, Inc., Expanding Reach of Innovative Vascular Products Read More
EXTON, PA — Mary Lou Graham, the sales leader of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® Exton Sales Office, has announced the addition of Frank Serra to their team …
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Welcomes New Sales Associate in Exton Office Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Amber Little-Turner has been named Executive Director of the Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance. The appointment was confirmed by the Chester County Commissioners at their November 15 meeting. Little-Turner …
Amber Little-Turner Named Executive Director of Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance Read More