How to enhance your reputation and polish your image

There is nothing egomaniacal or inappropriate about letting others know what you do. This applies to everyone from a newbie manager to an entrenched CEO. I’m not suggesting shameless self-promotion or gratuitous boast-and-brag assertions about yourself that only a mother would care about, and even that’s iffy. Instead, I’m recommending substantive communications, which are the […]

How CEO Adam Golomb keeps iconic Pittsburgh institution Primanti Bros. evolving

Though it might not seem obvious for a 90-year-old sandwich shop to be on the cutting edge, the Pittsburgh-born Primanti’s, under the guidance of Pittsburgh-born CEO Adam Golomb, keeps evolving with the times and has expanded well beyond its humble origins in the Strip District to become a regional restaurant powerhouse.

Pittsburgh Deal Activity: Founder-owned companies propel optimism in 2024 M&A market

In 2023, various factors posed challenges to the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market. Rising inflationary pressures increased borrowing costs and complicated valuation, influencing strategic decision-making and regulatory scrutiny. Additionally, escalating interest rates and overall macroeconomic uncertainty prompted many dealmakers to abstain from engaging in transactions, especially when compared to record years following the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

Are you stuck on Leadership Island?

Founding a company, holding a seat in the C-Suite, or leading a team does not need to be — and shouldn’t be — an isolating endeavor.