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In the hypercompetitive world of M&A, talent is the ultimate key to success today and well into the future. The Smart Business Dealmakers Rising Stars program recognizes the industry’s most promising ...

The outlook for M&A in 2026 is strengthening as market conditions continue to stabilize and confidence among both corporate buyers and private equity firms rises. After several years of volatility ...

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 ...

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 ...

Ahola Payroll & HR Solutions is a national leader in payroll and human resource solutions. The company exemplifies family business excellence, with over 50 years of innovation, integrity and ...

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 ...

For as long as he can remember, Ken Ganley dreamed of working at the automotive group his father started in 1968. “Very few little boys and girls dream of being a car dealer, but it’s all I’ve ever ...

The lower middle market continues to experience a persistent disconnect between seller valuation expectations and buyer discipline, even as financing conditions have improved and capital markets have ...

There are three significant changes to employment law that employers should recognize, as they have a broad impact. Cleveland recently enacted its Pay Transparency Act, Cuyahoga County Council ...

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 ...

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 ...