The importance of personal connections through face-to-face meetings
Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Gregg Mervis talks about the importance of personal connections in business and how — and how not — to facilitate them.
Why sell-side diligence is increasingly popular in M&A processes
Clark Schaefer Hackett’s Nick Scharfeld on sell-side due diligence, what it entails and why it’s an exercise that greatly benefits sellers.
Managing cash flow during the holiday season
First Federal Lakewood’s Alix Kaufmann offers helpful tips businesses can implement during this busy time — and afterward.
A charitable planning primer to maximize benefits
The 4:8 Group’s Bob Bove on how a wealth adviser can help maximize charitable giving efforts for both you and the recipient organization.
Vendor consolidation improves organizational performance
Blue Technologies’ Billy Nelson on consolidating vendors to improve organizational efficiency and reduce expenses.
Northeast Ohio Deal Activity: Strategic divestitures on the rise
Strategic buyers often find that divested assets can provide an expedited pathway to expand geographic reach, enhance product lines or strengthen specific capabilities.
Estate Planning: Special Advertising Section
Estate Planning Council of Cleveland members from a variety of disciplines offer insights on a range of topics related to estate planning and wealth management.
2024 Pillar Award for Community Service – Northeast Ohio
The Northeast Ohio 2024 Pillar Award for Community Service honorees have been chosen. See who we’re recognizing this year.
Unleash your people to unleash innovation
Not every idea will be a good idea, but consider opening your door to more of them rather than creating policies that keep them out.
Can’t live with ’em, can’t live without’em.
Prima donnas take more time and attention, but the alternative of losing high performers can be worse. Don’t ever forget the superstars who produce are proven commodities.