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By Keisha Teague, senior vice president, Employee Benefits Division, M.E. Wilson The business landscape is constantly evolving, driven by the relentless march of technological advancements, demographic changes and the need to remain competitive in a global market. As a result, companies must adapt to these changes and rethink their approach to attracting and retaining talent … Read more
Anyone who was lucky enough to have had a summer job knows it can be a rite of passage giving teens some spending cash and a peek into the working world. But it can also be equally beneficial for employers, particularly small businesses. You know those little projects that have been stacking up because you … Read more
By Anthony D. Martino, OLDER LUNDY KOCH & MARTINO, Attorneys at Law Say you or your company is being sued in a claim for which you have insurance. As part of your insurance coverage, the insurer will provide you with a lawyer. This lawyer is either an “insurance defense lawyer” who makes their money from … Read more
By Gilbert Broco and Drew Marshall, CI Group There is no doubt that since the pandemic started the way we work, and interact, in the office space has changed. This should not be thought of as the “end of the office,” but, rather, an opportunity to re-engage your employees by designing a space that provides … Read more
By Brian Carter, CPA The end of 2022 has passed and 2023 is well begun, but it is not too late to bring down your 2022 income tax liability. A handful of tax-deductible opportunities are still possible for eligible taxpayers who haven’t, already, taken these tax-saving actions. Here are three of the simplest things you … Read more
If you have ever played a sport, or worked out regularly, the emphasis on stretching is paramount. According to the Mayo Clinic, studies about the benefits of stretching have had mixed results. Some research shows that stretching doesn’t reduce muscle soreness after exercise. Other studies show that lengthening the muscle, and holding the stretch, immediately before … Read more
By John Flanagan, president and chief executive officer, CareerSource Tampa Bay When our One Stop Operator for CareerSource Tampa Bay, Paul Casebolt, first heard about virtual reality job training plans, he was skeptical. “How realistic can this be if it’s built around a video game-type platform?” he asked. Then, he tried it. After putting on … Read more
By Roxanne Chance-Chin, Bank Secrecy Act Officer and Fraud Investigations Manager at The Bank of Tampa Businesses are tempting targets for fraudsters because they possess a wealth of information and access to capital. As business owners, it’s important to know exactly how to spot and avoid scams, so you can properly protect your assets and … Read more
By John Weatherford, senior vice president, M.E. Wilson Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) are complex transactions that require a great deal of planning, due diligence and execution. One aspect of M&A that is often overlooked is the insurance expense. Insurance plays a crucial role in the success of any M&A transaction and insurance expenses should not … Read more
By Michael Carr The numbers are overwhelming. Currently, the average Major League Baseball, National Football League and National Basketball Association players’ salaries range from $3.26 million to $8.32 million, annually. The average career is 2.7 years for a MLB player, 2.5 years for an NFL player and 4.5 years for an NBA player. Yet, we … Read more