Northern Indiana companies with eye-catching futures. by Steve Kaelble They’ve innovated, they’ve found new niches and caught the leading edge of hot new trends. Among other things, the 11 Northern Indiana organizations on this year’s Indiana’s Companies to Watch roster have brought high-tech to sewers and historic buildings, state-of-the-art equipment to filmmakers, gourmet ingredients to […]
It’s fall in Indiana! The colorful leaves are falling now, but soon crisp, white snow will usher in the holiday season. Whether you get in the holiday spirit by canvassing the stores for the perfect gift for everyone on your list or prefer the convenience of online shopping, here are some great gift ideas that
ACCOUNTING Accounting firm of Kruggel, Lawton & Co. LLC has named Barry Hall, CPA, CGMA, as its new managing partner and appointed Daniel Smogor, CPA, CGMA, as partner-in-charge of the firm’s South Bend office. Hall’s role as managing partner will be to lead the firm’s long-term strategy, plans for growth and overall management of the
Mid-Century Modern, holiday pops and the beloved leg lamp. by John Cain South Shore Arts is traveling back in time to a more glamorous age with Mid-Century Modern: Style in the Age of Mad Men. The term “Mad Men,” while associated today with the AMC cable television drama, was actually a slang expression coined in
It can happen anywhere, and take inspiration from nearly anything. by Mark Taylor Innovation doesn’t always begin in a laboratory. It can bubble up from a manufacturer’s shop floor or rise from an office brainstorming session, or even be inspired by a mother’s love for her ailing son. The 2013 class of inducted Fellows of
Chances are that you’ve read numerous books and articles on what to do to succeed in business. But often, knowing what not to do is even more important. In order for your company to make more money, be sure you’re not inadvertently making any of these top 10 business mistakes. Mistake #1: Prejudging your customers.
Businesses in Northwest Indiana have been quite busy since our last issue. Here’s a bit of what they’ve been up to. ACCOUNTING Erin Heldstab has been named marketing director for the South Bend accounting firm of Kruggel, Lawton & Company LLC. She is responsible for developing and overseeing core marketing communications for the firm. …
Family-owned company provides quality service in changing environments. by Michael Puente Do the math and you’ll find that husband and wife duo Gary and Shar Miller have operated Prompt Ambulance Service for the last 15 years. In fact, the Millers say the family-owned company started in July 1998. Over that time, the couple has seen
