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Cybersecurity Threats Every Mid-Sized Business Should Be Watching

Cybersecurity Threats Every Mid-Sized Business Should Be Watching

As cyberattacks increasingly target mid-sized businesses, “it won’t happen to us” is no longer a safe assumption. These companies are prime targets, handling sensitive data without enterprise-grade defenses. Staying informed and proactive is critical to avoiding financial loss, data breaches, and reputational damage. Why “It Won’t Happen to Us” Is No Longer an Option Cybercriminals […]

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Conscious Leadership & Family Business - Leadership Development

Conscious Leadership & Family Business – Leadership Development

Leading a family business is a distinct challenge, demanding a unique blend of strategic acumen and an acute understanding of interpersonal dynamics. Truly effective leadership in this environment hinges on a deep personal foundation and a lot of intention and focus on how you lead. In comes conscious leadership – an approach centered on cultivating

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Legacy meets agility: How family-owned businesses drive innovation

Legacy Meets Agility: How Family-Owned Businesses Drive Innovation

Family-owned businesses may be seen as steeped in tradition — committed to their heritage, customers, employees and communities. Underlying this reputation lies a surprising twist: many family enterprises also are leading innovators in their industries. Their unique mix of long-term thinking, deep-rooted values, and cross-generational leadership creates fertile ground for reinvention. When done well, innovation

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Does Your Business Have an AI Policy? - Astute Technology Management

Does Your Business Have an AI Policy?

The AI wave has quickly revolutionized business over the past few years, finding its way into everything from customer service chatbots to predictive analytics, human resources departments, and a long list of other use cases. Yet, as adoption accelerates, many businesses still underestimate the risks of AI. To make matters worse, inconsistent, and incomplete regulations

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Essential IT Policies Every Business Should Have in Place

Essential IT Policies Every Business Should Have in Place

IT policies are a must for businesses. They serve as a roadmap for managing IT resources and data. But what exactly are IT policies for business? They are guidelines that dictate how a company’s IT resources should be used. They cover areas like IT risk management, password policies, least privilege access, data protection, and employee

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December Educational Program: What I Wish I Had Known: Lessons Learned That Should've been Taught

December Educational Program – What I Wish I Had Known: Lessons Learned That Should’ve been Taught

At the December Monthly Educational Program: What I Wish I Had Known: Lesson Learned That Should’ve Been Taught, Chris Ahlum, President of Ahlum & Arbor, Nick Trifelos, National Sales Manager for Anthony-Thomas Candy Company, and Patrick Wathen, President of Equity spoke with Michelle Roseberry with HBK CPAs & Consultants. Their conversation traveled through the experiences

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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October marks the annual observance of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), a critical initiative aimed at educating individuals and organizations about the importance of cybersecurity. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, this month serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and proactive measures to protect our digital assets. In this blog post, I

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Your Leadership Ethos - Leadership Development Peer Group

Your Leadership Ethos – Leadership Development Peer Group

Are You Leading on Autopilot? It Might Be Time to Recalibrate Have you ever taken a moment to reflect on your leadership style? Or do you find yourself operating on autopilot, letting conversations, interactions, and challenges flow through you based on your usual habits? While autopilot can be a helpful tool—especially when you’re juggling a

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Compensation Issues to Consider in a Family-Owned Business - Women in Family Business Peer Group

Compensation Issues to Consider in a Family-Owned Business – Women in Family Business Peer Group

At the September meeting of the Women in Family Business Peer Group, we discussed compensation. Every company has to work through the complications of compensation at various points in development. However, in family business, there can be even more to consider.  Compensation in Family Business From the perspective of a current owner, it can be

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Essential Questions Family-Owned Businesses Should Address When Developing a Succession Plan Meaden & Moore

Essential Questions Family-Owned Businesses Should Address When Developing a Succession Plan

Succession planning in family businesses is a critical process that ensures the stability and continuity of the business across generations. This process is characterized by developing, documenting, and communicating a comprehensive plan that aims for an orderly and successful transition. The journey towards this goal begins with the current generation of owners and operators who

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