How to get back in your underwriter’s good graces

Effective risk management often involves avoiding risks before they occur, but accidents will happen and frequent accidents may cause increased rates. Arthur J. Gallagher’s Patrick Zedreck discusses how to help insurance companies see your company in a more favorable light.

How banks can help companies connect, add efficiency

Like many industries, banks have to break out from their traditional, transaction role that they’ve played for decades. Richwood Bank’s Chad Hoffman discusses nontraditional services from banks that are doing more with the customers they have.

How benefits brokers put people first

It’s easy to fall into the trap of complacency and routine when it comes to our daily tasks, says Jessica Galardini, president and COO at JRG Advisors. For benefits brokers, it should be all about helping people. Here’s what employers should look for in the most successful benefits brokers.

Embracing diversity; finding common denominators

Fragmentation within organizations creates a tribal us vs. them culture. Yet strong leaders can bring teams closer and ensure long-term success by embracing the unique qualities of individuals.

Sales tax implications for sellers in the Amazon Marketplace

Some 2 million sellers are reportedly using Amazon Marketplace today, a 50 percent increase over the past two years. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the sales tax implications. Here’s what you need to know about keeping up with tax obligations as a seller on Amazon Marketplace, according to Jeff Mallory, tax partner at Clarus Partners.

An A to Z overview of 401(k) plan sponsorship

As both a primary vehicle for retirement savings and a key component to a company’s benefits package, 401(k) plans have their challenges. Debra Pitschman, a partner at Case | Sabatini, shares major considerations for companies as they choose, institute and manage a 401(k) plan.