Ohio needs an intellectual firepower behind business

The Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation is designed to provide the public with information on policy creation, be a trusted information resource for all businesses in Ohio, and provide non-partisan information to state policymakers and regulatory agencies.

Emerging cyber risks reshape the market in the internet-of-things era

A new cyber risk is developing — bodily injury or property damage as a result of a cyber breach. Employers and risk managers need to consider the worst-case scenarios of a cyber breach of these systems. Arthur J. Gallagher’s Patrick Zedreck gives tips for mitigating coverage gaps.

The ‘mundane’ pieces are important, too

Sometimes business leaders, who are only human after all, can tunnel in on the exciting, innovative and new. They can’t forget the “building maintenance” of their organizations. It may not be as fun, but it’s just as important.

Commercial real estate’s best-kept secret

The city that was once considered a steel capital of the world is bubbling with potential, tapping into new industries. It’s never been a better time to invest in Pittsburgh.

How to achieve a successful employee benefits strategy

With today’s employee benefits, employers need to evaluate the level and expertise of service when it comes to risk management, creative solutions, consulting and compliance. Michael Galardini, of JRG Advisors, shares how organizations need to take a strategic approach to employee benefits.

Get yourself out of the rut

Lack of motivation doesn’t have to be a permanent shortcoming. Rather, it is something temporary that can dominate everything we think, limiting what we do.

The butterfly effect

Naturally, we pay attention to the big events: conflicts, changes in political administrations, big business news and the lives of famous people. How much attention do we pay to smaller events or activities that may have a delayed effect in our daily lives?

A true change in culture brings real results

Business executives like to talk about bringing people together, building teams and changing the culture. But I’m not always sure they’re actually pulling this off. So, the Rivers of Steel Heritage Corp., featured in the Uniquely, was a breath of fresh air in this regard.