Category: Current Issue

Around the Region

Posted on May 23, 2013 by NWIBQ.COM

There has been a lot happening at Northwest Indiana businesses the last three months. Here are a few bits of what’s been happening around the region.

ACCOUNTING

Andrew Kominowski, manager of the accounting firm Kruggel Lawton CPA in South Bend, has completed requirements to earn the designation of Certified Valuation Analyst from the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts.

AGRICULTURE

Cargill’s Greater Indiana Farm …

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Northern Indiana Honors

Posted on May 23, 2013 by NWIBQ.COM

“Salute to Business” awards shine a spotlight on St. Joseph County individuals who innovate, succeed and inspire others.

by Bob Kronemyer

Two of the six major recipients of this year’s “Salute to Business” awards bestowed by the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce (along with title sponsor Lake City Bank) are in healthcare. This comes as no surprise, considering health expenditures represent nearly 20 percent …

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Ahead in the Clouds

Posted on May 15, 2013 by NWIBQ.COM

Working smarter with the help of cloud computing.

If you had the opportunity to extend the life of your current computer equipment (especially that server that you bought in 2003) without a large capital outlay, would you consider it? Would you like to access a client file stored on your hard drive while you’re having lunch with that client?

You can with cloud computing. Like …

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Michiana on the Move

Posted on May 13, 2013 by NWIBQ.COM

Local cooperation bodes well for the future.
by Shari Held

Although the economy may not have rebounded 100 percent from the recent recession, things are picking up in Michiana. There’s a new focus and a fresh, unified approach that bodes well for the future.

“We are seeing an unprecedented amount of cooperation,” says Jeff Rea, president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of St. …

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Best of Northwest Indiana Business/Greater South Bend

Posted on May 7, 2013 by NWIBQ.COM

Our readers pick their favorites in dozens of categories.
by NWIBQ Editorial Staff

Businesses across Northwest Indiana all have a single goal – to be the very best at what they do. There are lots of ways to reach that goal from creating a work place that nurtures excellence among employees to making sure the products and services provided are second to none.

The proof, …

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The Best of the Best

Posted on May 1, 2013 by NWIBQ.COM

Our readers’ picks, plus the region’s rising stars.

The ballots have been cast and counted. Our cover story reveals our readers’ views about the best in business in Northwest Indiana and Greater South Bend/Michiana. We think all winners and runners-up really represent what’s great about our region, and we offer our congratulations! We hope you visit these businesses and check out the excellent products and …

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