Understand a broker’s goal before investing with one
No single statute requires brokers to disclose a conflict of interest, so brokers may put their own or their firm’s interests ahead of their clients’ interests. Investment advisers, on the other hand, operate under a statute that establishes them as fiduciaries.
Cryptocurrency, blockchain will have a major impact on businesses
Cryptocurrency has the potential to be as disruptive to society as the creation of the internet, affecting the way we transact with family, friends, colleagues, banks and customers. And bitcoin, the most recognizable cryptocurrency, put blockchain on the map, which has created a massive use case for the technology.
Community college training connects candidates with manufacturers
Manufacturing today emphasizes automation. It’s how companies are keeping pace with competitors that have lower labor costs. But it’s raised the bar for candidates looking to get into the industry, and made finding qualified candidates a challenge for employers.
How your banker can help you expand your business
When you’re planning an expansion, you should streamline your daily operations to free up resources that will be valuable during your expansion. Meet with your banker early in the process to review your operations and financial situation.
Tim Mueller’s Transaction Analysis: New IT M&A Deals May 22
Roper Technologies has agreed to acquire financial software company PowerPlan from private equity firm Thoma Bravo in an all-cash deal valued at $1.1B.
Tim Mueller’s Transaction Analysis: New IT M&A Deals May 31
KKR & Co. has agreed to acquire BMC Software, officially acknowledging a transaction that had been speculated about and discussed.
ASPIRE 2018
Northeast Ohio’s top dealmakers gathered in May to discuss the art of the deal, network and get insight into the M&A process from keynote speakers and expert panelists. Photos by The Dark Room Co. [srizonfbalbum id=4]
Three ways to handle bad employee reviews
You thought your company culture was great, but when you check Glassdoor and Indeed, you find employees giving your company a poor name. So now what? How can you fix this? Well, have no fear, the solution is here.
C-level succession planning for middle-market companies
Tyler A. Ridgeway, director of the Human Capital Resources practice at Kreischer Miller, explores how middle-market companies can ensure successful leadership transitions.
The Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence celebrates 25 years
The Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence has assisted businesses in Western Pennsylvania for 25 years, and the IEE educates and serves entrepreneurs through personalize support at every step of the business cycle. Learn more about the IEE and its impact in our digital edition of Smart Business Pittsburgh.