Renier Construction stays vigilant to ensure customers become friends
Knowing how to treat people and cultivating long-term relationships are the keys to Renier Construction Co.’s evolution as a company — and a reflection of Bill Heifner as a business leader.
Doo Dah Parade pokes fun at anything and everything
The annual Doo Dah Parade is unlike any other. This Fourth of July tradition allows people to express their unique humorous thoughts about social, political, civic or other issues.
The Reeb Avenue Center finds its footing in its first year
You’ve probably heard of the Reeb Avenue Center, a south side community building and nonprofit collaboration that opened in a buzz last September. Just shy of its first anniversary, the center’s leadership has turned its focus to celebrating success stories, growing community buy-in and creating sustainability.
Get in compliance with the updated overtime regulations
The Department of Labor announced changes to overtime regulations in May. Colleen Bement and Tony Chiviles, of PayBridge, outline the DOL’s changes, how companies can prepare and what they need to track to be compliant.
Biometric data could widen your exposure if you’re not cautious
Upgrading your security by using biometric data to strengthen security protocols can increase your risk of privacy litigation. Lucas Blower and Amanda Parker, Attorneys at Law at Brouse McDowell, explain the consumer and employee privacy implications of this trend.
Premier Office Movers, David Walton put hourly employees front and center
David Walton understands the importance of his entry-level hourly employees because Premier Office Movers is built upon them. Here’s what he’s learned about managing this part of his workforce.
Looking back on 40 years of rewriting the rulebook
I started Resource International Inc. in 1973. I quickly discovered there were two sets of rules in business: one for men and another for women. I had a choice — I could resign myself to failure in the face of rules and practices that were stacked against me, or I could break them. I chose the latter.
7 tips to enhance your lead generation marketing
Finding new customers is the lifeblood of most businesses, and “hunting” for new customer leads is a critical component of generating revenue. Yet, most companies never follow up on 80 percent of the leads they generate. With some strategic efforts, you can ensure that valuable lead generation efforts are not wasted at your company.
New option now available for employers operating in other states
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is now authorized to offer workers’ compensation coverage in other states to eligible Ohio businesses. CompManagement’s Kelly Lowry explains how it works for businesses with exposure outside of Ohio.
Focus on your customers for your tech investments
If your business isn’t focused primarily on technology, which is most of us, knowing where to invest in technology can overwhelming. Fortunately, we don’t have to be on the cutting edge of every advance. The key is to focus on the areas that matter most to your customers.