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Strategies

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  • Beth Luberecki
  • April 8, 2021
Marketing firm is methodical in transferring business from mom to daughter

Transition takes commitment to the process from both generations.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • April 8, 2021
Senior care firm aims to maintain high standards in succession

Short of cloning the founder, the younger generation's succession mindset is focused on roles, not titles.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Elizabeth Djinis
  • April 8, 2021
Lawn and garden business plants seeds for succession

While the second generation is under 30, seeds are being planted for an eventual handoff of the business.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Elizabeth Djinis
  • April 1, 2021
Backed by $23 million, startup tackles pharmacy sector

Tech health care firm seeks to capitalize on the digital transformation of how people take prescription medications. It’s scored some early victories.

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    By
  • Grier Ferguson
  • April 1, 2021
Private investigators overcome pandemic-era obstacles

You’ve seen them in old black-and-white movies — hardscrabble private investigators who do whatever it takes to break the case. Today it's a bit different, and PIs have to overcome some uncommon business hurdles.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • April 1, 2021
Tech company seeks $100 million with IPO

Not long after being valued at $1 billion, fast-growing area tech company — with more than $100 million in losses in three years — looks to score big with an IPO.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Beth Luberecki
  • March 29, 2021
Real estate brokers follow succession plan during booming market

Communication among family members is paramount in any transition, says Charlotte Hedge.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Grier Ferguson
  • March 26, 2021
Pet food company aims to increase sales through in-store recommendations

Tampa-based premium pet food company Better Choice Co.'s brands include Halo Pet Food and TruDog.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Beth Luberecki
  • March 19, 2021
Area plumbing company vigorously tackles industry labor shortage

Pro-Tec currently has three apprentices about to start its Technician Apprenticeship Program.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Beth Luberecki
  • March 12, 2021
Medical device firm targets big goals focusing on infertility treatments

Area medical device firm addressing a fertility market need and fresh of raising $11 million hopes to overcome customer education challenges and, eventually, turn a profit.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Elizabeth Djinis
  • March 5, 2021
Area company chases vaccine for niche markets

The vaccine business isn’t a fit for small-thinking companies. One area firm, despite more than $50 million in losses, eyes a significant win in the field.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • March 5, 2021
Fast-food chain, behind $20M investment, plans restaurant of the future

With a $20 million investment, burger chain seeks to capitalize on some pandemic-based, quick-service restaurant trends.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Elizabeth Djinis
  • February 26, 2021
Car wash family rolls into new venture

With more than 50 years in the business, the Andersons have learned some industry secrets.

  • Strategies
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • February 19, 2021
Digital marketing firm makes giant leap in annual revenue

Growing annual revenue nearly 700% in two years — partly in the pandemic — to more than $14 million is cause for a major celebration. It also breeds new hurdles.

  • Strategies
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  • Grier Ferguson
  • February 19, 2021
Personal care products firm delivers refreshing approach

Raw Sugar's careful growth strategy, including a heavy emphasis on brick-and-mortar in a world ruled by e-commerce, has proven to be fruitful.

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