The Allegheny County Airport Authority ignites under Cassotis’ leadership
CEO Christina Cassotis’ enthusiasm and drive has pumped new life into the Allegheny County Airport Authority. Here’s how she has shed new light on the future.
Bellefield eases the pain of scaling up by adding structure
Gabriela Isturiz is taking care to not make the same mistakes her second time around as a business founder. Three lessons that stick out are learning how to let go, allowing the company to scale and getting legal advice early on.
When to splurge and when to scrimp on catered meals
Companies that don’t routinely order catered meals might not recognize these simple ways they can save money. Crooked River BBQ’s Todd Schafer explains.
Self-insured short-term disability policies quicken recovery, lower costs
Spooner, Inc. President Cindy Artino talks self-insured short-term disability policies, when they’re a good idea and how to choose a provider.
Fraud prevention: Five ways to keep your business finances secure
A closer look at some key steps you can take to prevent fraud and keep your business secure.
Criminal background checks: A job applicant’s past can haunt you
Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & Torchia, LLC’s Stephen C. Goldblum discusses criminal background checks and best practices for screening candidates.
How to stay ahead of disaster using flood insurance and these safety tips
With spring showers and summer thunderstorms that can result in an excess of surface water, it is important to talk safety and insurance coverage. In fact, flooding is the most frequently occurring natural disaster in Ohio, according to the Ohio Emergency Management Agency.
Fixed all-in contracts for energy have proven costly to large consumers
The energy buying strategy most manufacturers and large energy consumers use to save money, ironically, can be more expensive. TPI Efficiency Consulting’s Karl Shaw discusses advanced energy purchasing strategies and the impact they can have for large energy users.
HR departments are critical. Make sure you have the help you need
HR options from Paychex’s Jim McElwain for companies struggling to keep up with ever-changing regulations.
If you’re behind on your ACA reporting, here’s what to do next
Some employers dropped the ball with the ACA informational reporting — mandatory for applicable large employers. Here’s the latest on Forms 1094 and 1095 from BDO USA, LLP’s Kimberly Flett.