Cray Kaiser Testimonial by Jim Flanagan
I’ve been working with Deanna Salo, Principal at Cray Kaiser Ltd., for over four years now. Deanna was incredibly instrumental in helping Nuance transition our leadership team and create our shareholder buyout agreement. Without her help and guidance, the process… Read more→
A 2017 Manufacturing Outlook
by Deanna L. Salo, Cray Kaiser Struggling to find and retain tradespeople? Deciding when the timing is right to replace that 30-year-old machine? Noticing that your technology systems are slowing you down rather than making you more efficient? You’re not alone…. Read more→
Welcome to CFBC’s Newest Members!
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to the newest members of the Chicago Family Business Council! Since 1994, we’ve educated and empowered the people of entrepreneurial and family businesses through impactful programs and a unique community of peer… Read more→
The Keys to Living a Balanced Life
When reflecting on the meaning of happiness and joy, we often assume that both terms represent the same idea. However, Lisa Dietlin defines happiness as a disposition and joy as a state of being. Understanding the difference between the two… Read more→
MB Financial Testimonial by Kacper Stojowski
I knew Mike Moran was the partner we needed two minutes into our initial meeting at my home office. He listened, asked questions and ultimately gave us a lifeline that we needed being only a few weeks into our new business…. Read more→
Commanding the Whirlwind & Executing Your Goals
When faced with the decision of giving your attention to something urgent or something important, which are you likely going to choose? Typically, urgent trumps important. Chris McChesney calls the day-to-day priorities of your job the “whirlwind”. These activities often… Read more→
NAFTA and the Midwest Impact
by Paul Warfield, SVP, International Banking Manager, MB Financial The North American Free Trade Agreement may be headed for an overhaul. The first step will be a 90-day study period to examine specific causes for trade deficits. At the signing… Read more→
President’s Message – May 9th
“If I were giving a young man advice as to how he might succeed in life, I would say to him, pick out a good father and mother…” WILBUR WRIGHT I know it’s baseball season and the Cubs are in… Read more→