
The Business of Family
Last week I received a letter at the office, dated November 10, 2021, addressed to Progressive Industries. I’d like to share it with you. Dear Progressive Industries, I would like to thank you for such good employees. Also thank… Read more→


Planting Seeds with Leadership Development
I don’t know about you, but I have so many books I want to read, should read, started to read and didn’t finish, lists of books people recommended, and some that I have read more than once. I have stacks… Read more→


Millennials’ Next Move: Management
Millennials – the largest generation in today’s workforce – are moving into management and are starting to create shifts in corporate culture and leadership styles.


Back to School Season is Here!
Wow, it’s already back-to-school season. This is my favorite time of the year. The weather is awesome, the Bears have a new coach breathing hope into the city, and the Cubs are making another run at the World Series. On… Read more→


February President’s Message – The Next Generation of Leaders
One of the questions a Forum moderator may ask during a Forum prep session is: “What keeps you up at night?” Other than a late dinner, this is the one thing that keeps me up at night: How am I… Read more→


President’s Message – Engaging The Next Generation
I have applauded the efforts of all of our committees over time, but I want to focus on our Young Leaders Committee and the traction it has within our organization. With Jackie Bone and Phylicia Sakelaris as co-chairs, the… Read more→
