Cascade Capital Corporation Honor Roll 2013
Cascade Capital Corporation Honor Roll 2013 Manufacturing ACS Industries Inc. Joe Zeno For more than 35 years, ACS Industries Inc. has been providing world-class manufacturing of construction equipment attachments and replacement parts. The company has committed to not only create but retain high-paying manufacturing jobs and has done so to the tune of 100 manufacturing […]
California Bank & Trust: How to make better decisions when purchasing machinery and equipment
Whether your wish list includes manufacturing, medical, transportation or technology equipment, how you finance major purchases may not only impact the return on your investment but the success of your entire company. “Financing decisions impact cash flow and a company’s ability to capitalize on opportunities or respond to adversity,” says David Beckstead, Pacific Region sales […]
Weaver: What companies can do in the final months of 2013 to save on their tax bills
The government has increased tax rates and implemented other changes for 2013. However, companies may be able to employ tax-saving options — deductions, depreciation provisions or deferrals — prior to Dec. 31. If companies review before year-end, they are better able to maximize potential savings, and it may even spur thoughts for future tax planning, […]
Rea & Associates: How to create more efficiency and profitability
Lean and Six Sigma were developed for manufacturing, but are gaining momentum within service industries. “Both Lean and Six Sigma have been used almost exclusively in manufacturing. Now you’ll see black belts in all fields, from IT to financial services to health care,” says Chris Liebtag, a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with Rea & […]
SeibertKeck: Insurance marketing 101
Do you hire multiple agents for every renewal and shop for the lowest price? Do you spend countless hours each year reviewing the same business information with several agents? If you answered yes, you may be making simple insurance marketing mistakes. “Business owners need to have a strategic plan for marketing insurance, part of the […]
Kegler, Brown, Hill & Ritter: How to create a defensible contract that protects your company
More companies are using non-competition agreements as a means of protecting business interests when employees leave. “Historically, the agreements in the employment context were narrowly focused on people exposed to technological secrets, or very high-level executives. It’s become more common to have contracts with employees who aren’t in the control group, such as salespeople,” says […]
Travel tips: How to spend smarter on overseas trips
Today’s technology is making it easier for consumers to plan a trip overseas. With just a few mouse clicks, you can book the best flight deals, find accommodations, scope out the local attractions and even map out a detailed travel itinerary. But even with so many resources to consult for travel advice, consumers may overlook […]
Travel tips: How to spend smarter on overseas travel
Today’s technology is making it easier for consumers to plan a trip overseas. With just a few mouse clicks, you can book the best flight deals, find accommodations, scope out the local attractions and even map out a detailed travel itinerary. But even with so many resources to consult for travel advice, consumers may overlook […]
Cascade Capital Corp.’s 19th Annual Business Growth Awards Program
Recognizing 46 outstanding companies that fortify the strength of the regional economy It is with great pleasure that I congratulate the 46 Cascade Capital Corp. Business Growth Award winners for 2013. These companies are required to be within Summit, Medina, Portage, Wayne, Stark, Ashland and Holmes counties in Northeastern Ohio. Based on both the Business […]
Nothing is more frustrating than missed opportunities
Nothing is more frustrating than missed opportunities — except when those missed opportunities were completely avoidable. For example, you and your organization put in the time and effort to drive prospects through the marketing funnel toward conversion. And then, when the prospect is engaged and reaches out to you, you’re not equipped to provide a […]