Randall Dearth implemented improvements to take Calgon Carbon Corp. to the next level
When Calgon Carbon Corp. made Randall Dearth its new president and CEO, it was somewhat of an easy transition — the former Lanxess CEO had been a member of the Calgon Carbon board for six years. “I knew a lot of the high-level issues, the potential emerging markets and a lot about the products and […]
Jim Davis and Chevron Energy Solutions take hold of sustainability and innovation to save customers a collective $1 billion
One of the most unique aspects of Chevron Energy Solutions is that its largest customer is essentially itself — parent company Chevron Corp. Jim Davis, the energy group’s president, is quick to report that the relationship is mutually beneficial — and the cause of sustainability. Chevron Energy Solutions is one of the largest installers of […]
Novack and Macey: How to enforce an unsigned contract for services
You spent hours working on a new contract for your business, negotiating terms and swapping drafts of the agreement. But time was of the essence and in your rush to get started on the real work, once the terms were set, you and the customer neglected to exchange signatures on the contract. The project started […]
Momentous Insurance Brokerage: How a personal umbrella policy adds an extra layer of liability protection
In today’s litigious society, people are filing more lawsuits and receiving larger judgments. Everyone needs to consider buying umbrella or excess liability insurance to protect their current and future assets against catastrophic loss. “It is a financially sound idea for everybody to consider it, regardless of personal asset holdings,” says Erin Powers, CIC, assistant vice […]
Steve Weis is reversing double-digit sales declines at Max & Erma’s by focusing on the customer
Steve Weis admits it’s fun to be in a Max & Erma’s restaurant on Free Cookies Wednesday. He watches for the responses on customer’s faces as the freshly baked treats arrive after they’ve finished their meals. “We do it because we see reactions, and we do it because we love it,” he says. “No one […]
Westfield Bank: Prepare your business for the inevitable hike in interest rates
The laws of physics tell us that what goes up must come down. The reverse is true in today’s interest rate climate. Rates that have stayed low — among the lowest they’ve been in U.S. history — for such an extended period of time will soon begin to climb. “This is a topic that gets […]
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth: How the JOBS Act makes it easier for companies to raise money
The Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (JOBS), passed in early 2012, mandates that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopt rules to help start-ups and small businesses raise capital. Because of this, companies can advertise, market and publicly disclose that they are fundraising. The change also allows companies to raise up to $1 million from […]
Benefitdecisions: How health insurance exchanges are influencing employer decisions
Problems with the launch of the federal health insurance exchange website are removing it as an option for many employers and employees this year. “How can I advise someone whether to enroll in an employer plan or buy from the exchange when I can’t get on the exchange to make a comparison before the employer’s […]
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth: How to qualify investors when using general solicitation
Rules added through the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act eliminate the prohibition on using advertising and general solicitation to court investors to buy securities in certain unregistered offerings. While this has created possibilities, it has also imposed conditions. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requires companies that generally solicit investors to take “reasonable steps” to […]
The 2013 Pillar Awards: Great companies and great employees working for the greater good of Greater Akron
Medical Mutual, along with our co-founding Pillar Award partner Smart Business, presents the 16th annual Pillar Awards. This year, we are honoring an outstanding group of companies and organizations of varying sizes. While this year’s diverse group of honorees may be different in many ways, one thing that they all have in common is their […]