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Opinions

Job Creators Care About Climate Change Job Creators Care About Climate Change

– Our nation’s leading companies are using seriousness and innovation to tackle the pressing reality of climate change. It is time this is recognized and discussed more openly in the media.

Off The Deeb End: Compassionate Consumerism Off The Deeb End: Compassionate Consumerism

– Have you ever heard of the phrase “compassionate consumerism?” You will probably hear more about this since it is the hottest promotional phrase being used by retailers today throughout the country.

Wyoming: A Business-Friendly, Enduring Frontier Wyoming: A Business-Friendly, Enduring Frontier

- Wyoming continues to have a strong economy, a balanced budget, and a favorable tax structure, but there are many more reasons why Wyoming is a great place to live and do business.

Family Business

Writing the Final Act Writing the Final Act

– What is the final act for you and the family business under your watch? Understand that succession is not an event, but a process. It is most successful when the entire cast of characters works and plans together.

The Loss of a Family Business Icon The Loss of a Family Business Icon

– The passing this winter of Dr. Leon Danco, the pinnacle of the family business consulting field, inspires reflection on his life and the struggles and rewards of business survival.

Divorce is Likely in a Business, so Have a Plan Divorce is Likely in a Business, so Have a Plan

— Business distress and family trauma at the same time is like multiple organ failure. I dare say that a family business might be more likely to survive the sudden unexpected death of the major shareholder and CEO, than to survive his or her divorce.

Women in Business

Gala Urban Wheel Awards Shine Spotlight on Women  Gala Urban Wheel Awards Shine Spotlight on Women

— The gala 17th Annual Urban Wheels Award, the official multicultural event of the North American International Auto Show, was clear and successful in its objective: to celebrate and honor the people who have valiantly succeeded in breaking through barriers of color and gender. But this year, the focus was on women.

Clear Your Mind, Increase Productivity — the Benefits of Massage Clear Your Mind, Increase Productivity — the Benefits of Massage

– Budgeting time and money for regular, therapeutic massage from a reputable professional is not only an investment in health, it is an investment in the health of your business. Consider massage a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan. It’s a very affordable long-term investment.

Creative, Tenacious Entrepreneurs Fuel Economic Growth  Creative, Tenacious Entrepreneurs Fuel Economic Growth

– Few people today would argue the fact that it’s the entrepreneurs of this world who are truly responsible for most of the jobs created. Indeed, whether the companies make it to the list of the biggest companies or not, they—and the entrepreneurs who created those ventures in the first place—are the heart and soul of the engine that drives our economy. These creative and tenacious individuals are Corp!'s Entrepreneurs of Distinction.

Community Events

2012 St. John Guild 52nd Annual Dinner 2012 St. John Guild 52nd Annual Dinner

-  Comedian and Kathleen Madigan entertained the attendees at the St. John Guild 52nd Annual Fundraiser Dinner. Check out the photos for this great event!

Community Leader Ed Deeb ‘Roasted & Toasted’ Community Leader Ed Deeb ‘Roasted & Toasted’

– Some of the Detroit area’s broadcast and community giants came together to “Roast & Toast” Edward Deeb, chairman and founder of Michigan Food and Beverage Association and Michigan Business and Professional Association.