Replacing the retirement cliff with a portfolio of purpose
The 4:8 Group’s Bob Bove on “rewirement” and how it can help high-achieving executives better transition into their retirement years.
Reasons why your AI rollout will fail
NCompas Technology Solutions’ Ramana (Raam) Bhavaraju on why most AI rollouts fail and what companies can do to ensure a better ROI.
Unlocking efficiency and security with treasury management solutions
First Federal Lakewood’s Alix Kaufmann on the importance of addressing exploring practical ways to strengthen cash flow, reduce risk and streamline daily operations.
Northeast Ohio Deal Activity, February 2026: The Great Wealth Transfer

The Cleveland M&A market experienced a ~14 percent increase in activity in December 2025, as compared to the same period in 2025.
Columbus Deal Activity, February 2026 | M&A Impact Discussion: The Great Wealth Transfer

The Columbus M&A market, while modestly down in Q4 2025, experienced a significant increase in deal activity in 2025, as closed deal volume increased more than 16 percent, as compared to the full year in 2024.
Pittsburgh Deal Activity, February 2026 | M&A Impact Discussion: The Great Wealth Transfer

The Pittsburgh M&A market experienced a meaningful uptick (~150 percent increase) in deal activity in December 2025, as compared to the prior month.
Visitor management systems offer personalized benefits for many organizations
Visitor management systems, their functions and features, and how organizations of many types are benefiting from their deployment.
Use STEPS to find areas of opportunity and get your organization back on track
Sustain success by separating yourself with a keen sense of awareness, objective application of curiosity and a willingness to take necessary action.
Capitalism needs a conscience for long-term success
I deeply believe that capitalism is a force for good, not evil. But I don’t pretend it’s all sunshine and rainbows.
Three questions that make your marketing work harder
When marketing efforts are high, but outcomes are flat, the issue isn’t how hard you’re working. It’s where you’re headed.