Positivity reigns as dealmakers expect a bullish M&A market despite continued macroeconomic challenges
Dealmakers on their characterizations of the market, how they’re faring in it and the major factors at play in M&A deals.
2024 Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards recognize region’s top leadership
Smart 50 Pittsburgh recognizes the region’s top leadership. See who took home the honors this year!
How family-owned Equipment Corporation of America cemented its place in the construction world
Equipment Corporation of America is the exclusive distributor for several of the leading rigs in the industry and offers sales, rentals, service, parts and training from its 11 facilities throughout the eastern United States and all Canadian provinces.
How Frederique van Baarle drives growth for LANXESS in America
We should be part of that discussion to educate local communities and government officials about why we use certain materials in the chemical industry, how they impact our everyday lives, and how we are working to reach our sustainability goals.
Despite its low profile, Management Science Associates makes a big impact across many industries
As data continues to drive decisions all around us, MSA will continue to be right there studying it.
How CEO Adam Golomb keeps iconic Pittsburgh institution Primanti Bros. evolving
Though it might not seem obvious for a 90-year-old sandwich shop to be on the cutting edge, the Pittsburgh-born Primanti’s, under the guidance of Pittsburgh-born CEO Adam Golomb, keeps evolving with the times and has expanded well beyond its humble origins in the Strip District to become a regional restaurant powerhouse.
Positive signs in M&A can be found despite inflation, interest rate constraints
Dealmakers on their characterizations of the market, how they’re faring in it and the major factors at play in M&A deals.
How Graham Rihn’s obsession with waste reduction has fed RoadRunner Recycling’s growth
As Roadrunner Recycling’s Graham Rihn learned about the growing rate of commercial waste and the inefficient processes companies use to deal with it, he realized there had to be a better way.
How Carnegie Learning uses artificial intelligence to drive real educational growth
Despite massive success, Carnegie Learning has not strayed from the research roots that made it a cutting-edge asset in education from its inception.
2023 Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards recognize region’s top leadership
Smart 50 Pittsburgh recognizes the region’s top leadership. See who took home the honors this year!
How Matthews International Corp. continues to evolve and expand after 170 years
Matthews International Corp.’s core business segments have leveraged the basic concept of making a mark to help the company expand around the globe.
Casey Ryan takes the helm as Reed Smith’s new global managing partner
Here’s how Casey Ryan continues investing in the people around her to build the strong relationships that have propelled Reed Smith’s recent growth.
How Wolfe LLC founder and CEO Jason Wolfe went from orphanage to entrepreneur
Despite meager beginnings and adverse circumstances, Jason Wolfe has long found a way to make a difference in a fascinating, fruitful and philanthropic career through Wolfe LLC.
Chris Donahue has led Federated Hermes to record growth since its international acquisition
J. Christopher “Chris” Donahue and his team celebrated their 2018 acquisition of Hermes Investment Management with a big “rah-rah day” in February 2020. Then, within a matter of weeks, the world suddenly shut down.
Jeff Broadhurst guides Eat’n Park through growth while creating smiles
The Eat’n Park leadership team stays ahead of changing trends while gaining dedicated employees and loyal customers.
Brothers Venkee and Devesh Sharma lead Aquatech’s quest to solve the world’s most complex water challenges
Amid rising concerns about water quality and scarcity issues around the world, the Sharma brothers continue pushing for innovative solutions.
Pat Cavanaugh grows Come Ready Foods with a can-do brand mentality
Founded on the belief that “It’s not where you start; it’s where you finish,” Pat Cavanaugh continues building Come Ready Foods into one of the fastest-growing nutritional companies in the country.
How Logistics Plus Inc. owner and CEO Jim Berlin turned a whim into a win
Jim Berlin on how he’s learned to lead his own way and turn an idea into a resounding business success.
Navigating M&A Uncertainty
Deal math is changing in the face of economic headwinds. With plenty of capital still to deploy, how will strategies evolve?
Irwin Car and Equipment President and CEO William Baker found a goldmine in a struggling company
Irwin Car and Equipment President and CEO William Baker talks about realizing the full potential of a business by observing the market, listening to customers and trusting his gut.
Mark J. Zilner didn’t just join the family business at Diamond Pharmacy Services, he pushed it forward
Mark J. Zilner is proving that, with a combination of innovation, diversification and nimbleness, one can join the family business and then push the family forward.
2022 Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards recognize region’s top leadership
Smart 50 Pittsburgh recognizes the region’s top leadership. See who took home the honors this year!
Michael McGarry and his proven track record have led PPG to global success
When you’ve been with one company as long as PPG’S Michael McGarry, you learn to roll with the changes without losing sight of what makes you successful.
How Covestro LLC encourages new ideas at every level of the organization
How Covestro LLC Chairman and President Haakan Jonsson, Ph.D. sets an expectation of innovation at every level.
40 years at Vector Security haven’t stunted CEO Pamela Petrow’s growth
Following her instincts, passions and work ethic, CEO Pamela Petrow turned her first after-college job into a long and successful career — one that stands as proof that a person does not need to bounce from company to company to blossom.
Helen Hanna Casey leads Howard Hanna Real Estate Services through generations of growth
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services continues to grow, led by CEO Helen Hanna Casey, with a fearless approach to facing every challenge as an opportunity.
A failed restaurant helped Raji Sankar discover the recipe for success at Wholesome International
One big miss, one big hit and a lot of discovery about how to shape a business set up Raji Sankar and Wholesome International for success.
Edward J. Sheehan Jr. leads Concurrent Technologies Corp. to keep America safe
How Concurrent Technologies Corp. recruits, retains and engages its dedicated team of specialists to cohesively execute cutting-edge innovations.
Tara Rudnicki prioritizes those in need during a challenging time for Tobii Dynavox
How Tobii Dynavox’s Tara Rudnicki led the company through significant disruptions to both its sales process and reimbursement model during the pandemic.
Dennis Lejeck learns to love the view from the top at Black Knight Security
Operating in an industry that can have 300 percent annual turnover, Black Knight Security’s Dennis Lejeck had to dig deep to keep his company’s competitive advantage.
Microbac Laboratories and Trevor Boyce take marketing lessons to heart
Microbac’s revamped image has created both a financial and emotional return that chairman and CEO Trevor Boyce knows his competitors are looking to copy.
Josh Pickus leads Net Health into the future of work
With a leadership style and the culture designed to drive Net Health boldly into the future, Josh Pickus is leading the health care software business through two major changes.
2021 Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards recognize region’s top leadership
The Smart 50 awards recognize the region’s top leadership. Check out this year’s honorees!
Backed by a new capital partner, Expedient is in expansion mode
On the heels of its AMP Capital deal, CEO Shawn McGorry is looking to leverage its deeper and stronger capital backing to take Expedient forward.
How UPMC Health Plan’s Diane Holder leads through a crisis
UPMC Health Plan was dealing with multiple issues related to the pandemic, which led President and CEO Diane Holder to reach for the insurer’s disruption plan and put it into action.
Hoddy Hanna’s rules for acquisitions has Howard Hanna making bold moves
Howard Hanna wins the hearts and minds of an acquired company before making changes. This is just one of the M&A lessons the company — and Hoddy Hanna — has learned.