Posts by ahughes

5 Things to Review as a Reader of Form 990 Source: McKonly & Asbury, Alyssa Irish Whether someone is a donor, board member, or community stakeholder, understanding what to look for when reading the IRS Form 990 can help draw meaningful conclusions about an organization’s health and transparency. Form 990 is a public document filed…

The Productivity Dividend of Better Benefits Source: My Benefit Advisor Employee benefits are often evaluated based on cost, utilization, or annual renewal increases. However, one of the most important measures of a benefits strategy may be its impact on workforce productivity. Employees who struggle with physical health issues, financial stress, or access to care often…

LLC in Name Only — Governance Gone Wild Source: MPL Law Firm Oops Files, Part 1: By James Sanders Some of the costliest legal problems start with a simple structural mistake: the business is not clearly set up, documented, or governed in a way that matches how it actually operates. Owners and management often treat entity…

Planning for peak load: How organizations manage energy procurement Source: World Kinect A multi-site food and beverage manufacturer with plants across the Midwest builds its annual energy budget the way most operators do: total forecast volume, blended across fixed and index pricing. The number looks solid. Then January hits. Line speeds increase to meet seasonal…

Need Funding? How to Write a Winning Grant Application for Your Organization Source: US Chamber Leanne Haas , Contributor Learn how to find grant opportunities, build relationships with funders, and write a compelling proposal with this step-by-step small business guide. Securing capital is one of the greatest challenges for many small businesses. Grants are an…