How mutual banks benefit businesses and communities
First Federal Lakewood’s Kurt Kappa outlines the benefits of working with a mutual bank for both businesses and the communities in which they operate.
Software in the cloud provides real-time data and creates efficiencies
Rea & Associates’ Heather McNichols explains how cloud accounting software can help businesses function more efficiently and allow them to see their financials in real time.
Cascade Capital Corporation 2020 Business Growth Awards
35 outstanding companies that fortify the strength of our regional economy.
Meet the 2020 Smart Women Award honorees
The Smart Women Awards celebrate the achievements of leading businesswomen, inspiring male advocates and effective women’s programs.
Tony Mazzella looks to turn Mazzella Cos.’ size into an asset
Mazzella Cos. has grown a lot over the years. But while bigger has its benefits, CEO Tony Mazzella says activating those benefits takes strategic effort.
A social responsibility to build more equitable systems and create opportunities
Deborah D. Hoover of The Burton D. Morgan Foundation talks about how the organization is working to understand how it can influence decisions and practices that will end structural racism.
Striving for balance
Even the best investors have strengths and weaknesses. Be honest about what you don’t know.
Being a leader
Not always getting what you want, yet still being responsible for and resolving to accept the consequences of a decision, is the price of effective leadership.
The pressure of objectivity
Luis M. Proenza is president Emeritus at The University of Akron says the pressure of objectivity is largely missing in most professional endeavors.
A journey to winning your clients’ hearts
Judy Bodenhamer of the Client Experience Institute says CX creates the perfect opportunity to earn client loyalty and win their hearts.