Ropers Majeski Kohn & Bentley PC: How to weigh the pros and cons of SIRs vs. deductibles
Saving money on insurance sounds good to any business, particularly one that may be struggling. But going with a policy that includes a self-insurance retention (SIR) can be risky, especially if you become involved in a lawsuit. “Companies that are struggling to stay in business and accept a larger SIR than they probably should can […]
ChamberChoice: How to create flexible, employee-centric benefits that reduce overhead
Workplace dynamics continue to change. Regardless of industry, employers need to set themselves apart. “With more women in the workforce, a divorce rate of 50 percent creating more single parents, and a significant increase in mobile or remote employees, the need for a competitive and employee-centric benefits package is critical,” says Ron Carmassi, a sales […]
Brown Smith Wallace: How the ACA and the end of Bush-era cuts affect tax strategy
It’s wise to consider the tax implications of business and financial decisions as the year winds down. This year, many tax benefits from the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA), which was extended through 2013, and many Bush-era tax cuts will end. The tax law changes from ATRA extensions ending and the implementation of […]
CRESCO: How to get the most from your property management services
Your property manager offers not only convenience, but also cost stabilization and a link to finding creative ways to save money without sacrificing quality of service. “A qualified property manager should be able to distinguish the needs of both the tenants and landlord to protect the asset — whether it’s office, industrial, retail or multi-family,” […]
Skoda Minotti: Moves you can make now to save money on your 2013 tax return
A few simple steps you can take now will pay dividends when tax time rolls around next April, says Steve Gross, CPA, a partner at Skoda Minotti. “Start now as opposed to waiting until late December and rushing to accomplish your goals. There are some very simple strategies you can follow now to reap the […]
John Wells launched a cultural revolution to sustain the bottom line and the environment at Interface Americas
Carpet made from discarded fishing nets? It may sound far-fetched, but not to John Wells, president and CEO of Interface Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Interface Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of modular carpet tile. The company recently launched an eco-friendly collection made from recycled Philippine fishing nets, thanks to a newfound penchant for […]
Cendrowski Corporate Advisors: How an operational assessment can help an organization identify risk
Challenging times present opportunities for organizations to perform detailed assessments of their operations. Performing operational assessments can help organizations identify, mitigate and take advantage of the risks that they face. These assessments focus on process design and execution risks. “When properly performed, operational assessments identify areas where process design and execution risks are not aligned […]
Going the organic way
The Summit of Sustainability Awards Winner Small Business CategoryMs. Julie’s Kitchen When it comes to the grassroots level for the wisest practices for not only being a steward of the environment but of the health of the community, Julie Costell is on the cutting edge. The owner of Ms. Julie’s Kitchen, a vegetarian restaurant that […]
Moss Adams LLP: How fair value reporting is hitting your company’s books
Accounting is the language of business. People use it to make decisions about the past and devise a plan to carry them forward. With the continuing emergence of fair value reporting on financial instruments, accounting no longer just looks back at what you paid, it values those assets today. “Say you’re putting money into your […]
How top executives procure success
Twelve years ago, EY decided to go global with its Entrepreneur Of The Year awards and establish the World Entrepreneur Of The Year program — and the results have been, shall we say, an international success. The conference, held annually in Monaco, features Entrepreneur Of The Year country winners competing for the World Entrepreneur Of […]