• The Board of Directors of PAWS for People has selected Clarice Ritchie as the new Executive Director following the recent retirement of PAWS’ founder, Lynne Robinson. Now in her ninth year of employment with PAWS, Ritchie has served as interim executive director since January. Ritchie will continue to work with the staff, board of directors, and volunteers to grow and solidify PAWS. The demand…
Think of the worst supervisor you’ve had. Chances are someone comes immediately to mind. Is it your current supervisor? Why do you consider this person “the worst?” Now, think of a situation where you had the best boss ever. It is harder to identify the best boss, isn’t it? Did you want to do a better job for the best boss vs the worst boss?…
The Rotary Club of Kennett Square held its inaugural signature fundraiser, “Kennett on Top,” on Saturday, June 17. It was a fabulous party held on top of the parking garage in downtown Kennett Square! Partygoers couldn’t have asked for better weather, and with the dressy casual atmosphere, great food, fabulous wine, beer, and a signature cocktail, the party was a big hit. Patrons danced to…
• United Way of Chester County has announced the appointment of Kari Sullivan as the new director of Resource Development. Her background includes expertise in fundraising, workplace campaign management, mobilizing volunteers, disaster relief, and immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts. Her responsibilities will include leading the organization's fundraising initiatives and working closely with donors, corporate partners, and community leaders to build sustainable funding streams. •…
A local business owner encouraged audience members to build a vibrant community by supporting nonprofits during his acceptance of the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Community Impact Award. Ken Pitts, the co-owner of First Choice Mortgage Advisors, LLC, received the Community Impact Award at the Southern Chester County of Commerce breakfast meeting held Thursday, June 8. Jim Horn, the owner of the Tri-M…
Chester County District Attorney Deb Ryan told members of the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce that she’s lucky having a rewarding career. But warned the members that she would also come across as a bit of a “Debbie Downer.” Ryan was the keynote speaker for the chamber’s annual Inspirational Breakfast held at the Mendenhall Inn on Thursday, June 8. “I’m extremely lucky to do…
Chadds Ford Business Association members got updates on two local businesses in the area during the CFBA’s June 1 lunch meeting. And one of those businesses is a coffee shop planned for the site of the former Bryn Mawr Trust Bank. Casey Lafferty, who owns the little strip mall where the bank was and the U.S. Post Office still is, said Steve Sonsini, owner of…
The success of your business is highly dependent on the success of the product or service you’re offering. And even more important is being able to clearly articulate your product vision to others. When it comes to your product or service, clarity is essential. It’s necessary to define your products or services in clear descriptions that are easy for you to communicate to others. After…
• Dennis Smith of the Pennsbury Planning Commission was the guest speaker at the May 4 Chadds Ford Business Association lunch meeting held at the Pennsbury Township building. He told the CFBA members present that the township and the Pennsbury Land Trust are working to restore the John Hope House — located to the west of the township property — and have enlisted the aid…
Managers should always have an exit strategy. Because if you receive a promotion or new position, you’ll need to have a plan in place for your departure including a suggestion for someone to fill your role. And that means you need to be preparing your employees for leadership now. But being a manager isn’t all about you and your goals either. It’s important to instill…
Chadds Ford Business Association members got an update on Hank’s Place during the group’s April 13 breakfast meeting at the Chadds Ford Township building. Anthony Young, who co-owns the restaurant with his wife Katie, said they hope to start demolition of the restaurant at Creek Road and Route 1 sometime in May. Flood waters from Hurricane Ida destroyed the iconic eatery on Sept. 1, 2021.…