Elevate Greater Akron
Relationships, and the connections that they foster, are the central strength of the Greater Akron area. In his inaugural column, Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Steve Millard talks about how to leverage that strength.
Fire-Dex chases the 80 percent of the market share it’s yet to own
Fire-Dex CEO Bill Burke, having freed himself from the day-to-day work, has a plan to take a greater percentage of the firefighter protective gear market.
How to put your company in the best position to raise capital
There’s an appetite for investments, especially in Ohio’s big cities. Michael Stevenson of Clarus Partners explains how you can raise capital at different stages of your company’s life cycle.
For Alan Homewood, saying no was more important than saying yes
Alan Homewood, who grew and sold 2Checkout.com, found that sometimes it’s good to say no, but it’s always good to recognize underlying motivations.
Girish Gowda helps Alten-Cresttek balance support with agility under new ownership
Under the ownership of an international company, Alten-Cresttek finds the support it needs, while keeping the agility of a startup.
The New Albany Community Foundation’s influence as a convener grows
The New Albany Community Foundation is small — with only President Craig Mohre and a part-time assistant on staff — but its influence has grown far beyond the community.
Negotiating starts with trust
Donatos’ Jane Grote Abell gets to the heart of the deal. Negotiating is part of everyday life, and it all starts with trust.
How to lead your next acquisition
Before you sign on the dotted line, consider these tips from Safelite Group’s Tom Feeney for effectively managing the acquisition transition.
Honorees are innovating, breaking down barriers
Alliance Industrial Solutions is proud to be the presenting sponsor for the 2019 Evolution of Manufacturing awards. Each of us receives many event invitations every year but for us, and hopefully for you, we recognize that this annual event has become the must-attend event of the year. Not only is it important to recognize the […]
What to consider when planning for an exit and an ownership transition
As business owners evolve in their life cycle, moving on from the business they built becomes top of mind. Huntington’s Jim Altman shares his thoughts on transition options for owners and how to set up a post-business financial future.