The challenges of bringing new technology to market
There is no shortage of great ideas that could transform the way we work, play and live. It would seem relatively straightforward for a company developing a problem-solving technology to come to market easily and monetize rapidly. For most companies, however, the road is long and arduous. The development of innovative technology often has unexpected […]
How to achieve positive ROI from your human resources
Melissa White of BDO USA LLP talks about developing a strategy to set your company apart by providing what employees want.
How the EMV card switch could impact your business
Bonny Carroll and Ron Schultz of First Federal Lakewood discuss what businesses should know about the switch to EMV cards.
Why you must diligently enforce policies that protect valuable data
Michael Craig, an attorney in the Intellectual Property Group at Brouse McDowell, explores how to protect your IP from being exposed through social media.
How thinking ahead can maximize value in transition
Sensiba San Filippo LLP’s Bob Belshe and Kevin Strain discuss developing and implementing exit strategies to maximize the value of a business and meet personal objectives.
Do what you love, just network while you do it
Creating a work-life balance often refers to drawing a sharp line between home and office. There are, however, other approaches that many professionals find to blend, rather than separate, the two in ways that make both work and life more fulfilling. When approached effectively, work-life integration provides many opportunities to meet our personal goals, even […]
Don’t let IP protection be a side note
Alexis Dillett Isztwan, member at Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & Torchia, LLC, talks about IP, what assets are most worthy of protection and how to avoid common mistakes.
Learning through InterCity Visits
We have so much to learn from each other. This simple premise is the idea that has grown into the successful InterCity Leadership Visits organized by the Greater Akron Chamber. Every two years, a delegation of leaders representing private, public and nonprofit sectors travel to another city to meet with counterparts and discuss issues of […]
How the wealthy can prevent coverage gaps in their personal insurance
hristine Hopkins of SeibertKeck Insurance Agency uncovers where high net worth individuals need more or different types of insurance coverage.
Take my advice and consider an advisory board
Quite often small business owners find themselves performing multiple tasks and making complicated decisions on their own. Some spread themselves too thin trying to manage it all themselves, declining assistance or ignoring the advice of others. But recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, identifying where you need support and accepting it, is the mark of a […]