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The importance of reducing or eliminating owner dependency ahead of the sale of a closely held business, and a look at trends ...

Aerospace Maintenance Solutions (AMS) is a multi-generational family business rooted in aviation heritage, technical excellence and a deep commitment to supporting mission-critical aerospace systems.

These companies represent some of Northeast Ohio’s successful family-owned businesses that are growing for the next generation. Brennan Industries, a manufacturer and distributor of hydraulics, has a ...

When an interviewee walks in, looking to land a job with our companies or organizations, we expect them to have a vision for their future. What are their ambitions? What goals have they set for ...

Why the most resilient manufacturers in 2026 are leading with purpose, not pace. Alliance Industrial Solutions is proud to once again serve as the presenting sponsor of the Evolution of Manufacturing ...

The Pillar Award for Community Service was developed by Smart Business to honor businesses and individuals dedicated to making Northeast Ohio a better place to live. The program is designed to ...

Alliance Industrial Solutions is pleased to continue our presenting sponsorship of the Evolution of Manufacturing Awards this year, celebrating local industry leaders for their innovation, creativity ...

Attracting, developing and retaining young talent is a key to business success. And in the often-hypercompetitive M&A space, it’s critical. So, in this issue, we debut our Smart Business Dealmakers ...

What does it really mean to think “outside the box?” It’s a refrain that has been used for decades at this point, so much so that we no longer reflect on it. Simply put, it means to think outside the ...

Six years ago, former ambassador to Ireland Edward F. Crawford approached Brian E. Powers with a challenge. Sales at Hickock Inc. — a Cleveland-based electrical instrument manufacturer founded in 1910 ...

Medical Mutual and Smart Business welcome you to the Pillar Awards for Community Service. For more than two decades, the Pillar Awards have recognized organizations and individuals that are making ...