Jan. 16, 2013 — 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.

Nov. 8, 2012 – 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.

Oct. 25, 2012 – 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.

Sept. 27, 2012 – The professional staffing industry is stable and growing; by 2015, it is expected to reach $100 billion, analysts report. As professionals continue to seek new job and career options, growth is expected in this franchise sector.

Sept. 13, 2012 – It goes without saying: If you own a small business, marketing is an investment in growth and, in some instances, a key element of your survival. Great customer service, a solid reputation and quality work will result in repeat business and referrals. But that may not be enough to grow your company to the size you want. So, when is it time to make the commitment and investment in marketing your business, and how do you go about it if that’s not your expertise?

July 19, 2012 – Usually you think of business incubators as being the home to startups in technology, bio-medicine, alternative energy or some other mostly male-geek-based field. TechTown started out that way as well but has radically changed direction. Today, more than 60 percent of its startups are women-owned, 66 percent are minorities and collectively they average around 47 years old. Maria Costa fits just two of those categories – and is about as far from technology as you can get. Her company is focused on her one-woman show that has drawn rave reviews in six countries.

June 28, 2012 – In her first year of being the CEO of a division of Ford Motor Co., Stacey Coopes has learned a lot of things – including how to place dealer orders for new cars over the Internet. It’s been a part of learning how her customers spend part of their days – and how her company can make those days more profitable.

March 8, 2012 - The popular television program “Mad Men” deals with an era that is ancient history to many of its viewers. Today, about a month before before Administrative Professionals Week – and Day – the office world has changed to the point where Don Draper and company wouldn’t recognize it. There’s a reason for that.

Dec. 1, 2011 - With huge numbers of people unemployed and states strapped for cash, food insecurity – wondering where your family’s next meal is coming from – is a growing concern. Panera Bread, whose 1,500 bread-cafe stores are scattered throughout the country, is exploring one solution to the problem with its Panera Cares stores – part of a growing movement of community cafes that are very different from the traditional “soup kitchen.”