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Transform outplacement into opportunity
My thanks for the very significant input to this article by my good friend, Karen Templeton, who was a former outplacement consultant for Challenger, Gray and Christmas Inc. in Chicago.
Instill ‘wealth consciousness’ in your organization
With the onset of the New Year, we often think about how we can meet our goals. One of the best things you can do for yourself and your employees is to install a wealth consciousness in your culture.
Choose to live with intention
On Nov. 21, 2013, the Collaborative Family Law Council in the state of Wisconsin, along with family and friends, mourned the death of one of its founders, Kathleen M. Baird.
Leadership development generates ROI
Question:
"I enjoyed reading your column, 'Avoid the pitfalls of failed leaders,' in the Nov. 11-24 issue of BizTimes Milwaukee. You referenced four elements that comprise effective leadership development programs. Can you elaborate on these elements?"
Acquisitions fuel growth for Roadrunner Transportation Systems
Not a week goes by that Mark DiBlasi does not receive contact from at least half a dozen companies eager for Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc.'s consideration of an acquisition opportunity.
Diversification provides boost for Color Ink Inc.
Two years ago, Todd Meissner attended a trade conference where he saw a demonstration of a structural paper material called Falconboard that his family's printing, packaging and communications company, Color Ink Inc., had never used before.
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CEO of the Year: Paul Grangaard, Allen Edmonds Corp.
Rumors circulated this year about potential buyers of Port Washington-based men's dress shoe manufacturer Allen Edmonds Corp. Some worried how a new owner would impact the status of the iconic Allen Edmonds brand and if a new owner would be willing to maintain manufacturing operations in Port Washington.
Family-Owned Business of the Year: Super Steel LLC
When Fred Luber watched a company he spent 40 years of his career investing in and building fall victim to the Great Recession, the former business owner, at the age of 85, made a bold decision with his son, Paul, to take back the helm.
Small Business of the Year: Colectivo Coffee Roasters
Alterra Coffee Roasters established itself as an iconic Milwaukee brand. But last summer, the company surprised the community and its customers with a name change to Colectivo Coffee Roasters.
Corporation of the Year: Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. Inc.
To John Schlifske, the new $450 million, 32-story, 1.1-million-square-foot office tower that Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. Inc. plans to construct at its corporate headquarters campus in downtown Milwaukee is an architectural illustration of the company's growth.
