A long-term look at life and business
This issue partly focuses on business longevity — where I queried senior executives of companies at least 50 years old about how they’ve adapted to internal and external conditions for long-term success.
How to avoid the plan administration pitfalls of employee benefits
Take some time to review the pitfalls of employee benefits plan administration. Frances Horn of JRG Advisors shares what to watch for.
Simple, visible moves help in achieving a culture of wellness
Small, simple, but visible moves can communicate that employers are serious about improving the health, safety and well-being their employees. Dr. Michael Parkinson, senior medical director of UPMC Health Plan and UPMC WorkPartners, explains how.
Managing risk on debt in a rising rate environment
Borrowers who are managing a company’s interest rate risk are beginning to question their position as rates begin to rise. Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman discusses the current interest rate environment and what it could mean for businesses and borrowing.
How to plan for potential business interruptions
A business continuity program works to minimize, if not avoid, the impact from any given business interruption event. Arthur J. Gallagher’s Dereck Malzi shares how to set up a business continuity program before disaster strikes.
How to increase engagement in your health care benefit programs
Engagement is connecting with employees throughout their health care journey and meeting them wherever they are with the expertise and ability to deliver exactly what they need in the moment they need it. Engage your employees with this advice from Kara Trott of Quantum Health.
Marketing strategies to improve your bottom line
Businesses have to step away from what they have and focus on why they do it. Richwood Bank’s Heather Wirtz talks about how marketing and financial health connect.
How to effectively wrap up your business’ financial year
Some businesses don’t prioritize closing or thinking ahead, while others have procedures that take place throughout the year. Nancy E. Supowit of Clarus Partners shares strategies that help businesses and owners stay on top of their financial health.
Dr. Michael V. Drake drives future success at The Ohio State University
Ohio State’s shared governance might seem foreign to those used to the command control of for-profit business. But Dr. Drake is building consensus to get OSU ready for what’s next.
Choice Recovery’s self-managed style sets up a strong culture
Choice Recovery has found a direct link between collection performance and company culture.