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It started when Bob McDavid’s dad had an idea for a protective knee brace. Bob and his partner started McDavid in a basement, manufactured the brace, and sold it to college and pro sports teams. Bob went on to expand the product selection dramatically. McDavid now makes more than 150 products and sells through most […]
Safety and Protective Gear Manufacturer Staffing Up for GrowthMagid manufactures, imports, and distributes products that help customers reduce accidents and cut safety costs. As a family-owned business, Magid has an open office policy and open communication – Rusty Cohen, EVP, says he sits next to the bookkeeper and the janitor can come talk to him anytime. Magid’s future is bright – in the […]
Employee-Owned Natural Foods Distributor Focuses on Being a Great Place to WorkKeHE Distributors provides a massive selection of natural and organic products to retail customers of all sizes – from the largest retailers to mom and pop shops in the traditional grocery and organic spaces. According to President and CEO Brandon Barnholt, KeHE has grown its business by thoughtful acquisition, and being a terrific place to […]
Are Your Corporate Events a Sensory Experience?Jannell Colton, Director of Events at Zen Events Group, explains how corporate events are key to engaging customers and prospects – and the importance of contacting a professional audience before, during, and after the event. Face-to-face interaction gives people the sensory experience that we need as humans. Not surprisingly, the biggest challenge to a successful […]
Fast-growing Restaurant Group CEO: People Make the BusinessGabe Garza, President and Partner of Ideology Entertainment, started out bussing tables and soon learned that the restaurant business was in his blood. According to Gabe, the space dictates the restaurant concept and it takes the right eye to create it. His goal is to be in the top 5 places you visit most often. […]
Cinema CEO: See You at the Movies!Chris Johnson, CEO of Classic Cinemas, talks about the importance of spending time in the theaters where the action takes place. Classic Cinemas has preserved and updated historic theaters, and operates more modern versions, throughout the Chicago area. Chris says the future is about creature comforts, such as zero gravity reclining seats, free refills on […]
German Manufacturer Thinks Global And Acts LocalAccording to Jan Pflugfelder, President and CEO of KOMET of America, the tool and machinery industry is evolving and KOMET is adapting to current demands. By incorporating electronics and the digital world into the mechanical world, machine operators can now adjust tools with their smartphones. KOMET thinks global but acts local, using principals like Centers […]
Manufacturing CEO: Know Your Niche, But Be Ready to DiversifyRoyal Die & Stamping Company is a niche manufacturer, providing components for the automotive, electronics, and telecommunications industries. Erik Freitag, President, talks about how Royal Die & Stamping has diversified its business over the past 80 years to meet the changing needs of the marketplace. While it’s key to find a strong market and service […]
Autism Treatment – Early Diagnosis is KeyApril is Autism Awareness Month and Lisa Dworkin, Director of Clinical Services at Autism Home Support Services, wants to help the larger community understand autism, its prevalence, and the importance of early diagnosis. Because the human brain develops fastest from 6-24 months of age, ultra-early diagnosis may provide the best treatment. While autism screenings are […]
Small Businesses Leverage Crowdsourcing for Creative ServicesAround the world, designers and writers are looking for clients – and small businesses need affordable, quality creative services. Mike Samson, Co-Founder of crowdSPRING, recognized the opportunity to solve this problem for both sides of the marketplace and used crowdsourcing to bring creative service providers and small businesses together. With a 95% satisfaction rate among […]