How to prepare yourself and your business for a sale
CM Wealth Advisors’ Doug McCreery on steps entrepreneurs should take to get themselves and their families ready for the sale of their business.
How Crawford United Corp. grows acquired companies to save U.S. manufacturing jobs
Crawford United Corp. President and CEO Brian E. Powers is proving that shareholder value can be achieved without cutting jobs or moving operations overseas.
Investing in banks
While I eventually discovered the reasons banks are good investments, at first it was by coincidence.
Creating an organizational culture of giving
Group projects can be fun and create positive synergy for your employees, your organization and the communities you serve.
Identifying opportunities to win in an economic downturn
Anyone who is responsible for capital deployment is judged on their ability to predict the future accurately and perform through all market conditions.
Building your brand
Telling our stories and being present on social media have been keys to our growth over the years, and it’s as good as time as any to help make it one of yours, as well.
Collaborative cultures start at the top
Collaborative cultures start at the top. Do what you can to spread the light but look to your leaders to demand it.
Stocks, bonds and alternatives
With the volatility of the stock and bond markets, wealth management firms are often asked about other options for a portion of a portfolio. A common one is private equity.
Public-private partnerships can power businesses of all sizes
Businesses should tap this capital and access these resources for their transformative potential, both for innovation and for company success.
Financial incentives are the secret fuel for the construction market
Knowing where and how to look for incentives can be complex, and working with an experienced economic development partner who knows how and where to look for grants, tax credits and other incentives is critical.