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Mergers and Acquisitions – What Are the Tax Considerations? Source: McKonly & Asbury, Mark Heath – Contributor It seems like every day we’re reading about the latest Private Equity deal; a few months ago it was about the biggest deal ever involving some of our favorite video games. While Private Equity acquisitions are all over the headlines…

Is Your Social Marketing Working? Source: CO, By U.S. Chamber Emily Heaslip , Contributor How to Monitor Your Social Media ROI With Analytics Social media analytics can power product development, better brand messaging, and improved customer service. Learn how. Social media analytics can tell you a lot more than how many people looked at your most recent…

What to Expect from the Economy in 2026 Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce A strong economy means more opportunities for growth in communities across the country. It means higher paychecks and more chances for Americans to reach their American dream. The U.S. Chamber has a bold plan for achieving a sustained level of at least 3% real…

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) “No Tax on Overtime” Employer Summary Source: McKonly & Asbury; Collaborator- Mark Heath, Partner What Is the Deduction? For tax years 2025–2028, individuals may claim an above-the-line federal income tax deduction for “qualified overtime compensation”— the premium portion of overtime pay required under the Fair Labor Standards Act…

Using Financial KPIs to Strengthen Strategic Planning and Performance Management Source: McKonly & Asbury As the final article in McKonly & Asbury’s series for 2025’s National Entrepreneurship Month, this article will focus on the future and matters that drive business success. The focus of the information below is related to the use of Financial Key…

The Difference Between Sales and Marketing, and Why You Need to Know Source: CO, By U.S. Chamber Julianna Lopez , Contributor Discover the difference between what sales and marketing teams do, and how managers can differentiate them to achieve business goals. Sales and marketing typically function as two distinct departments within an organization. However, both…

Community Involvement Ideas for Small Businesses Source: CO by U.S. Chamber, Nicole Fallon , Contributor Giving back to the community is crucial to building trust and personal relationships with your customers. Here’s how to get more involved with your community. As a small business owner, giving back to your community is a win-win situation. Not…

Look For These Top Leadership Skills Source: Chamber Today The nature of the working environment has noticeably pivoted in the past few years. Recently, new versions of a business leader have emerged, more aligned with what today’s employees want from their employer. The “Command and Control” leader has given way to a more humble, thoughtful,…

Small Business Benefits That Deliver Big Impact   Source: My Benefit Advisor Many small businesses assume competitive benefits are out of reach due to cost. The reality is that some of the most effective benefit programs aren’t the most expensive…they’re simply the most intentional. For employers with limited budgets, the goal shouldn’t be to match…

Why So Much Local Opportunity Goes Unnoticed—and How That’s Changing Source: Susquehanna Kids Families don’t lack options—they lack time, clarity, and reliable local information.  When families know what’s happening, where to go, and what resources are available, they participate more fully—in schools, in local businesses, and in community life. Susquehanna Kids exists to make that…