by Maggie Taylor, writer, Plastics Business Employers in virtually every industry are struggling to attract and retain high-quality employees. Large and small businesses alike are scrambling to overhaul their wage and benefit structures to remain competitive in a highly volatile employment market. Many companies have found themselves locked in constant competition with other … [Read more...] about Employee Benefits: Rising Costs vs. Necessary Incentives
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Strategic Alternatives: Insights on Ownership Transitions
by Michael Benson, managing director, Stout One of the key decisions a business owner will face is when and how to address a major ownership transition. Owners facing this decision may find that their interests begin to diverge from the interests of the company and will need to weigh the importance of generating liquidity and maximizing the valuation of the business against … [Read more...] about Strategic Alternatives: Insights on Ownership Transitions
I Put the “Pro” in Procrastinate
by Dianna Brodine, vice president, editorial, Plastics Business It’s 6:56 p.m. I started this article much earlier this afternoon. Well, I opened a new document in Microsoft Word, wrote the title, made sure my byline looked good… And then time got away from me. The office phone wouldn’t stop ringing, there were questions about the contract for an upcoming event and we added … [Read more...] about I Put the “Pro” in Procrastinate
Going for Gold: Safety in the Workplace
by Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business A high percentage of the American workforce represents the plastics industry. With so many in the trade, it is key for companies to place awareness, training and a cultural balance of safety and health at the forefront of their mission. It takes the dedication of every person, every day, whether in the front office or on the shop … [Read more...] about Going for Gold: Safety in the Workplace
Why Can’t We Be Like Cars?
by Will Hinshaw, partner/founder, Captive Solutions & Options What if submitting a receipt for an oil change to the car insurance company for reimbursement was possible? Unfortunately, it is not allowed because routine maintenance is not covered under a car insurance policy. Insurance, by definition, is a contract represented by a policy in which an individual or an entity … [Read more...] about Why Can’t We Be Like Cars?