2023 Family Business Achievement Awards

The 2023 Family Business and Business Longevity honorees represent some of Northeast Ohio’s successful family-owned businesses that are growing for the next generation.
Vic DiGeronimo Jr. builds on the foundation laid by his forefathers

As third-generation CEO, Vic DiGeronimo Jr. continues to honor the strong work ethic and innovative thinking instilled by his grandfather, father and uncles before him.
Northeast Ohio Deal Activity: Navigating M&A deal structures in a tightened debt market

Financing mechanisms are helping buyers and sellers navigate the challenges posed by higher borrowing costs and valuation gaps, fostering collaboration and risk-sharing to achieve successful M&A outcomes.
How Medina-based PPE manufacturer Fire-Dex adapts to changing needs

How the adaptability of Fire-Dex, a family-owned and female-run manufacturer of personal protective equipment, has led to double-digit growth.
Applying the 80-20 rule to your team
With the right people on your team, playing to their strengths, and with an alignment of interests, motivating and inspiring them will lead to more success.
The art, science of executive communication
Let’s try honestly to see things from the other person’s point of view and you and your team will be on your way to crafting communications that are for them, not you.
What do you do when your most valued person is also a problem?
As both captain and steward, there is only one thing to do if someone is impeding or altering your journey: You throw them overboard.
Marketing advice to ignite business success
Marketers’ one piece of marketing advice to business owners and leaders
Stay relevant with AI
We are all living in an AI-powered future.
Balancing short-term needs with long-term goals
Having this strategic balance in place allows organizations to navigate uncertainties they encounter, seize opportunities and drive growth while remaining true to their long-term vision.