Columbus Deal Activity, August 2025: The growing role of AI in M&A transactions
As AI tools continue to mature, their impact on M&A efficiency and competitiveness will likely expand.
Time to pivot or burn the boat?
Burn the boat so that you cannot retreat to the past, and open your thinking to new ways to achieve the growth you desire.
Why CEOs need to put sales governance on the board agenda
One of the most impactful steps a business leader can take is to ensure the board actively supports sales performance.
The big retail marketing trend: In-person shopping boom
Finding creative ways to entice customers to return to brick-and-mortar stores will strengthen your brand and bottom line.
2025 Columbus Smart 50: Celebrating leadership and impact in Central Ohio
The Smart 50 awards recognize the leadership of Central Ohio’s top companies. Check out this year’s honorees!
Celebrate big wins with more than tiny pastries
Celebrate your company’s wins, and do so in a way that would make you feel appreciated if you received the recognition.
Blueprint for Success Part 2: Leadership, Commitment and Future Strategies
As we grow emotionally, intellectually and spiritually, it’s important to focus not only on personal achievement but also on making meaningful contributions.
Focus on what really matters for ultimate success
The next time you get frustrated or taken off center by the 95 percent, remind yourself that it really doesn’t matter.
Doing as much as necessary and as little as possible
Reducing customer sacrifice does not mean doing everything uniquely for every customer. Rather, it means doing as much as necessary and as little as possible where it matters most.
Why brand lives in every detail
The strongest brands don’t just say who they are, they show it.