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Insight, advice and strategy from some of the most successful business leaders across the U.S.

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.

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 Northeast Ohio Smart 50 Awards recognize region’s top leadership

The Northeast Ohio Smart 50 awards recognize the region’s top leadership. Check out this year’s honorees!

How to recognize if you have trouble receiving feedback

Cheryl McMillan of Vistage Northeast Ohio and Jeff Semple of FocusCFO talk about the signs that an organization has a problem with feedback and how leaders can become more receptive.

Failing to plan for a transition could put you out of business

Planned Financial Services’ Frank Fantozzi on the important role a buy-sell agreement plays in alleviating uncertainty and simplifying the transition between business owners.

As labor and supply costs increase, having adequate building coverage is critical

Zito Insurance Agency, a division of Risk Strategies’ Nate Bell on the importance of insuring to value on and how to make sure you can recover from a loss should damage render you unable to operate.

The impact of interest rate increases on industrial, commercial real estate

Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate’s Eliot Kijewski on the effect of interest rates on the commercial and industrial real estate markets and how buyers can navigate the headwinds.

What companies should know about the upcoming phone system changes

Blue Technologies’ John Bates on VoIP, the changing infrastructure and what companies need to know about the switch.

An in-house attorney can foster collaboration and help lead your business to success

Cleveland Metroparks’ Rose Fini on how an in-house attorney can do much more than tell you no — instead driving your organization forward to reach new heights.

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.

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