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🌟 Jeff Rosen: Creating a Sustained Impact 🌟 Dive into how Jeff Rosen is driving innovation and making a difference at RS&F. His leadership is shaping the future of business and community impact. 📖 Read more: https://zurl.co/NUtr #Leadership #Innovation #I95Business #CommunityImpact Rosen, Sapperstein & Friedlander, LLC

Under CEO Eddie Resende's leadership, the World Trade Center Institute (WTCI) is propelling Maryland businesses onto the global stage. With initiatives like the Maryland Innovation Lab and the Women Spanning the Globe conference, WTCI is fostering international connections and driving economic growth. Discover how WTCI is bringing Maryland to the world and the world to Maryland. #GlobalBusiness #MarylandInnovation #WTCI World Trade Center Institute

🚀 On November 7, WTCI hosted its first AGILE Global Innovation Series event, led by Jason Michael Perry, to explore AI's impact on businesses and the global market. 🌍💡 A panel of experts shared insights on AI adoption, ethics, regulation, and workforce transformation, helping businesses navigate the opportunities and challenges of this rapidly evolving technology. Read more about how WTCI is equipping Maryland businesses for the future. 🔗 #AIInnovation #BusinessLeadership #WTCI World Trade Center Institute

𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡-𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐮𝐬 Nexterus, the nation’s oldest privately held third-party logistics company, is preparing for an exciting new chapter. In January, Ryan Polakoff will step into the role of CEO, succeeding his father, Sam Polakoff, who has been a guiding force for nearly 50 years. Rooted in family tradition and innovation, Ryan aims to honor the company’s legacy while expanding its offerings and tackling new markets. With a leadership style grounded in listening, collaboration, and growth, Ryan is ready to take Nexterus into its next phase—all while keeping an eye on the fifth generation of Polakoffs! Here’s to the continued success of a family business that’s been making waves since 1946. #FamilyBusiness #Leadership #Logistics #Legacy #I95Business https://zurl.co/Ym2tF Nexterus

💡 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐁𝐞 𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫 💡 In a world where buyers are already loaded with information, they crave clarity—not confusion. While "Givers" flood prospects with endless data and "Tellers" dictate what they should do, only one approach truly resonates: the Sense Maker. Sense Makers guide buyers through the noise, focusing on what truly matters to help them make confident decisions. By asking thoughtful questions and offering clarity, Sense Makers foster trust, collaboration, and stronger client relationships. Ready to lead with understanding and relevance? It’s time to embrace the Sense Maker mindset! 🌟 #SalesSuccess #SenseMaking #Empowerment #I95Business https://zurl.co/XqGsn Sandler - McDonell Consulting Group

🌟𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 🌟 Maryland businesses face tough decisions—opening offices, expanding operations, or navigating financial challenges. For small and family-owned businesses, the stakes are deeply personal. That's why Mary Kane and the Maryland Chamber of Commerce are on a mission to make Maryland a more affordable, business-friendly state. 📉 With Maryland ranked 49th in job growth and 4th most expensive for businesses, the challenges are clear. 📈 The Chamber is advocating for balanced fiscal strategies, job creation, and a competitive tax environment in the 2025 legislative session. From addressing migration issues to pushing for faster infrastructure projects like the Key Bridge replacement, the Chamber is committed to driving positive change. Let’s work together to make Maryland a thriving place for businesses of all sizes! Learn more in the current issue of I95 BUSINESS here: https://zurl.co/sDlMw #MarylandChamber #BusinessAdvocacy #EconomicGrowth #SmallBusinessSupport Maryland Chamber of Commerce

CLA is redefining professional relationships through a commitment to inclusivity, trust, and community impact. By fostering belonging and creating opportunities, CLA is driving meaningful growth for clients, employees, and communities alike. Explore how their mission makes a difference in the current issue of I95 BUSINESS: https://zurl.co/ihEsF CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Establishing the right board can elevate your business with fresh perspectives, accountability, and strategic direction. Advisory boards, boards of directors, and peer advisory boards each offer unique advantages. Learn which structure aligns best with your goals. Dive into the details: https://zurl.co/7cqOn Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲-𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 Succession planning in family-owned businesses blends legacy with innovation. Key considerations include when to start planning (hint: early!), selecting the right leader, and preserving family unity. Open communication, clear expectations, and a shared vision ensure a smooth transition for generations to come. 𝘽𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙁𝙤𝙭𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙬, 𝙙𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙠, 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙄95𝘽𝙐𝙎𝙄𝙉𝙀𝙎𝙎. #SuccessionPlanning #FamilyBusiness #LegacyAndLeadership https://zurl.co/xB8y0 Firstrust Bank

𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 The labor market is finding balance as job openings, quit rates, and layoffs return to pre-pandemic levels. In Maryland, unemployment remains low, signaling positive trends for 2025. While challenges persist, the gradual rebalancing offers hope for workers and employers alike. Zachary Fritz, chief operating officer of Sage Policy Group, an economic and policy consulting firm in Baltimore, MD. shares this and more in the current issue of I95 BUSINESS https://zurl.co/AdY5D #EconomicUpdate #LaborMarket #MarylandEconomy