How a professional support system can improve your bottom line
First Federal Lakewood’s Matt Lay about why and how expert partners can improve your bottom line.
Get more from your banking relationship by leveraging all its resources
ERIEBANK’s Flenner on leveraging the resources of a banking team to accomplish both business and personal financial goals.
The benefits of treasury management for nonprofits
First Federal Lakewood’s James Hill on why nonprofits should consider utilizing treasury management services.
How to address commercial real estate loan challenges with your banker
ERIEBANK’s Suzanne Hamilton on the state of construction lending and the solutions for those who encounter issues with their debt.
3 questions to ask your banker when planning to grow your practice
First Federal Lakewood’s Eric Jones on the importance of aligning your practice’s long-term growth plans with a banking partner and what questions you should be asking.
Loan strategies in today’s uncertain interest rate environment
ERIEBANK’s Wesley Gillespie on loan strategies and other funding considerations for businesses in today’s interest rate environment.
Using AI to streamline business operations
First Federal Lakewood’s Danielle Bailey on how she’s seen her clients streamline business operations using AI.
How to manage financial risk
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau on how to navigate possible financial risk effectively.
Securing financing for your small business
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau talks about the key tips to helping business owners secure the funding they need to grow and thrive.
Managing cash flow during the holiday season
First Federal Lakewood’s Alix Kaufmann offers helpful tips businesses can implement during this busy time — and afterward.
How to get more from your charitable giving
With proper planning, your charitable intent can make a much larger impact.
Banking locally for a positive impact on business
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau on the benefits of banking locally and how it can positively impact your business.
Find the right banker to assist with a succession plan
The right banker can help you create a succession plan that helps ensure your business survives into the next generation, even when you are no longer there to steer it.
Five treasury management services to utilize for your business
First Federal Lakewood’s Alix Kaufmann on what treasury management products and services business owners should take advantage of.
Fraud protection is critical for your business and your people
Across the spectrum of businesses, business email compromise is the most common fraud perpetrated.
Are you overlooking your foreign currency risks?
Huntington Bank’s Sean O’Connor on foreign exchange risk and strategies to hedge against it.
Top banking tips for small businesses and medical practices
First Federal Lakewood’s Eric Jones shares key advice that small business owners and medical professionals should look out for to ensure their success in a competitive market.
Multigenerational succession planning now saves heartache later
To ensure your business continues beyond you, and in the way you desire, it’s critical to have a plan, says Jennifer Scroggs, Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Director, Premier Bank.
Unexpected loss
Huntington Bank’s Sean O’Connor on life insurance, and how it can preserve company value in the event of the unexpected loss of a key individual.
Embrace a digital-first banking approach to running your business
Your business banker is there to identify your business’s pain points and then present you with options to make running your company more efficient in the long run.
How to protect margins from cyclical commodity price changes
Buyers that have constant commodities exposure should always have an eye on the market and regularly keep in touch with their bank so they can act when prices are low.
Update your estate plan before scheduled 2025 tax changes
Wealth and estate planning moves that should be discussed well ahead of potential 2025 tax law changes.
How community banks stand out from their larger competitors
The benefits for businesses of working with a community bank.
The importance of having a succession and financial plan
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau on what a succession and financial plan looks like and who should be involved.
How to protect margins from cyclical commodity price changes
Huntington Bank’s Sean O’Connor working with commodities, the importance of understanding exposures and how companies can protect themselves, and their customers, from risk.
Look for opportunities within today’s economic uncertainty
Premier Bank’s Matthew Leuenberger on ways businesses can adjust to the increased costs and uncertain economic conditions.
Life insurance as a risk management vehicle to preserve company value
Huntington Bank’s Sean O’Connor on life insurance, and how it can preserve company value in the event of the unexpected loss of a key individual.
Prepping your business for 2024
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau on what businesses need to do to prepare for 2024 and how to start off on the right foot.
Life insurance as a risk management vehicle to preserve company value
Huntington Bank’s Sean O’Connor on life insurance, and how it can preserve company value in the event of the unexpected loss of a key individual.
How treasury management tools can improve a company’s cash flow
Premier Bank’s Jennifer Bidlingmyer on how treasury management services can improve cash flow and mitigate risk.
Mezzanine capital serves a purpose for those who know how to use it
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on mezzanine capital and the criteria those who borrow it must meet.
Building a strong relationship with your business banker
First Federal Lakewood’s Matthew Lay on how business owners can strengthen their relationship with their business banker and how it can benefit them.
Life insurance as a risk management vehicle to preserve company value
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on life insurance, and how it can preserve company value in the event of the unexpected loss of a key individual.
Why wealth management and succession planning should be done together
Premier Bank’s Denise Glinatsis Bayer on figuring out the right wealth management strategy for business owners who are succession planning.
Update your estate plan before scheduled 2025 tax changes
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on wealth and estate planning moves that should be discussed well ahead of potential 2025 tax law changes.
Ensure your business funds are FDIC-insured by utilizing treasury management services
First Federal Lakewood’s Alix Kaufmann on how businesses can keep their funds FDIC-insured.
What to consider when planning for an exit and an ownership transition
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on transition options for owners and how to set up a post-business financial future.
How your business benefits from better communication with your banker
Premier Bank’s Tara Silva on why businesses should regularly communicate with their banker, regardless of whether the news is good or bad.
What medical professionals need to know about acquiring a practice
First Federal Lakewood’s Eric Jones on what medical professionals need to know when acquiring a practice.
Recession fears lessen but reason for concern remains
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on the economic conditions in the U.S. and what they might mean for business leaders this year.
How private bankers can simplify banking for business owners
Premier Bank’s Jennifer Scroggs on private bankers, what they do, who can benefit from their services and how to choose the right one.
Remediate inefficiencies in your receivables process
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on the receivables process and how a closer look can uncover opportunities to improve efficiency.
Why businesses should work with an SBA preferred lender bank
First Federal Lakewood’s Dell Duncan on why businesses should consider working with an SBA Preferred Lender bank and what the benefits of SBA loans are.
Business owners can still realize a successful sale despite market uncertainty
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on the M&A market and what it means for business owners considering the sale of their company.
Tips on choosing the right bank for your business lending needs
Premier Bank’s Dan Culp on choosing the right bank for a business’s unique lending needs.
Risk mitigation strategies that can shield companies from interest rate volatility
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on strategies to offset the challenges of a rising rate environment.
Why businesses should take advantage of treasury management services
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau and Alix Kaufmann on how businesses can expand their banking relationship.
Important considerations for owners before exiting their business
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on what business owners should consider as they plan to exit their closely held company.
How the right banking partnership can help propel your company to new heights
Premier Bank’s William Cook on how to identify a banking partner that can help position your business for success and grow with you into the future.
Reasons to consider an ESOP when exiting your business
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on ESOPs and the potential benefits the structure provides owners and their companies.
Start a succession plan now for a smoother exit
First Federal Lakewood’s Scott Gnau on what a succession plan looks like and why including your banker in your succession plan discussion is important.
Expectations for tighter economic conditions put pressure on businesses
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman explores the state of the U.S. economy and the economic outlook for the early part of the coming year.
How to protect your company from becoming a victim of fraud
Premier Bank’s Jennifer Bidlingmyer on how to manage the risks of fraud to your business and how to prevent your company from becoming a victim.
How banks can help health care companies address billing challenges
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on how optimizing data and payments can help improve efficiency, reduce costs and better manage the revenue cycle.
Cybersecurity assessment is key to threat prevention
First Mutual Holding Co.’s Jon Densmore on the most common cyberattacks and how businesses can protect themselves.
How to protect your margins from cyclical commodity price changes
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on working with commodities, the importance of understanding exposures and how companies can protect themselves, and their customers, from risk.
Preventing fraud for business accounts
First Federal Lakewood’s Jeff Kopco on how businesses can take precautions to help prevent fraud.
How to get your business ready to sell
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on how to prepare a closely held business for a sale.
Tips healthcare and professional service providers need to know
First Federal Lakewood’s Eric Jones on what business owners in the healthcare and professional services space need to know when choosing a banking partner to acquire or lease a business.
Growth is slowing in the U.S. but it’s not all bad news
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on the state of the U.S. economy and how changes within it could affect middle-market companies.
What business owners need to know about SBA loans
First Federal Lakewood’s Jeff Kopco on what business owners need to know about SBA loans when choosing a banking partner.
Update your estate plan before scheduled 2025 tax changes
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman talks about wealth and estate planning moves that should be discussed well ahead of potential 2025 tax law changes.
How to prevent fraud for business accounts
First Federal Lakewood’s Alix Kaufmann on how businesses can combat scammers.
How integrated payables streamlines vendor payment process
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman looks at integrated payables and how it streamlines the payments process.
What to consider before selling, exiting your company
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman explores exit planning, and options available to owners once a liquidity event occurs and is complete.
Banks must support small businesses through the SBA loan process
First Federal Lakewood’s Dell Duncan talks through common misconceptions that exist when it comes to the loan process and what businesses can do if they’re interested in SBA loans.
How to mitigate B2B payments fraud
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman explores B2B payments fraud — the trends and the tactics to mitigate attacks.
Challenges, opportunities for businesses in 2022
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman explores some of the expected opportunities and challenges for companies in 2022.
Grow and improve your business in 2022
First Federal Lakewood’s Michael Lamping outlines the steps business leaders can take to get started, as well as the importance of getting the input of key business partners to inform strategic decisions.
Why working with a mutual bank can help transform your business
First Federal Lakewood’s Kurt Kappa explains why mutual banks are an attractive contender when it comes to business banking.
Selling a business to an ESOP offers more than just financial benefits
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman explores the process and benefits and reasons to sell a company to an ESOP.
Mezzanine capital serves a purpose for those who know how to use it
Huntingon Bank’s Jim Altman explores mezzanine capital, the situations in which it can be leveraged, as well as what criteria those who borrow mezzanine capital must meet in order to qualify for it.
Strategic planning and the importance of proper capitalization
Huntington Bank’s Jim Altman on the importance of matching a financial plan to a company’s strategic plan.
Treasury management tools streamline cash flow, prevent fraud
First Federal Lakewood’s Kurt Kappa outlines treasury management tools and how they save time and mitigate fraud.