2025 Northeast Ohio Smart Business Dealmakers Rising Stars
The Smart Business Dealmakers Rising Stars program recognizes the industry’s most promising up-and-coming professionals. See the 2025 class of honorees.
Dealing with the speed of the times
Disruption comes for every business. It’s best to be ready when it does.
Northeast Ohio Deal Activity, September 2025: Forecasting a strong finish to 2025
With both buyers and sellers re-entering the market with improved confidence, the second half of the year is well-positioned to deliver an impressive performance of deal making activity.
Highlights from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Corrigan Krause’s Henry Gingerich on the OBBBA and what business leaders should do now to take full advantage of the opportunities it offers.
The importance of reviewing beneficiary designations
Glenmede’s Bethany Bryant on why and when to review beneficiary designations, and how those should align with an estate plan.
Advice for leaders on making tough decisions
Our Lady of the Wayside’s Terry Davis on the process of decision making as well as how to maintain perspective when making major organizational choices.
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.
2025 Family Business Achievement Awards
The 2025 Family Business and Business Longevity honorees represent some of Northeast Ohio’s successful family-owned businesses that are growing for the next generation.
A look at the process of settling litigation
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs’ Andrew R. Zellers on settling litigation — how this process works and what to expect from it.
Fady Chamoun grows Aladdin’s and Seasoned Brands with a commitment to Lebanese heritage and hospitality
With some 2,200 employees across a footprint that stretches into four states and abroad, the Chamoun family is focused on extending their heartfelt hospitality as the company continues to grow.