2024 Northeast Ohio Smart Business Dealmakers Rising Stars
The 2024 Northeast Ohio Smart Business Dealmakers Rising Stars program recognizes up-and-coming professionals in M&A. Here are the dealmakers we’re honoring this year.
Activity tightens as the deal world’s eyes watch D.C.
Several area dealmakers talked to Smart Business about how they see the current M&A market. Here’s what they have to say.
How Ken Taylor is preparing the fourth generation to carry on Ohio CAT’s legacy
By giving back, Ohio Machinery Co. continues building up the state, from major construction projects to causes behind the scenes.
2024 Columbus Smart 50 honorees share drive to make a difference
The Smart 50 awards recognize the leadership of Central Ohio’s top companies. Check out this year’s honorees!
Brian Zimmerman grows Cleveland Metroparks into its second century of stewardship
With several projects underway to continue enhancing aging facilities, expanding amenities and extending the Cleveland Metroparks’ reach throughout the community, Zimmerman sees plenty of opportunity to boost the system’s value and impact as its footprint continues to grow.
Celebrating 90 years in business, Swensons Drive-In fuels growth by embracing its legacy
Swensons has become revered both for its fresh-grilled, made-to-order meals, as well as its friendly, speedy curbside service.
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.
Market conditions have dealmakers digging deeper for elusive M&A gold
Interest rates are, unsurprisingly, top of mind for the dealmakers we spoke with for this year’s state of M&A article.
2024 Smart Culture Awards
The 2024 Smart Culture Awards honor local organizations that have demonstrated cutting-edge practices in cultivating and sustaining their culture. See who we recognized this year.
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.