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  • Growth through acquisition: Exploring financing options
    by Anne Petrik on April 25, 2025 at 9:20 pm

    As a leader, it is crucial to understand the advantages and disadvantages of internal versus external growth and how acquisitions can provide access to new assets, resources, and talent. Discover how to unlock the potential of strategic acquisitions to fuel... The post Growth through acquisition: Exploring financing options appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

  • Volatility and uncertainty erode confidence [WSJ/Vistage April 2025]
    by Anne Petrik on April 25, 2025 at 5:26 pm

    Among policy shifts, none are weighing more heavily on small businesses than tariffs. Tariff impact isn’t just about added cost — it’s about strategic paralysis. The abrupt imposition, reversal and reimposition of tariffs have created an environment where long-term planning... The post Volatility and uncertainty erode confidence [WSJ/Vistage April 2025] appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

  • Developing pricing strategies while navigating uncertain times
    by Anne Petrik on April 21, 2025 at 6:12 pm

    In today’s volatile economic times, proactive pricing strategies are a crucial lever for CEOs of small and midsize businesses to achieve their business goals. The latest Vistage CEO Confidence Index survey revealed that 44% of CEOs have raised prices since... The post Developing pricing strategies while navigating uncertain times appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

  • 18: Immaculate Grid Owner Sean Forman on ‘home run’ business decisions
    by Sam Reese on April 18, 2025 at 6:13 pm

    Sports Reference President Sean Forman joins the podcast to share how he turned a lifelong love of statistics into a business that fuels data and information for the world’s top sports leagues. Sean also takes Vistage CEO Sam Reese through... The post 18: Immaculate Grid Owner Sean Forman on ‘home run’ business decisions appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

  • May 9 webinar | 2025 Market Update With William Blair: Capital markets trends and buy-side M&A tactics
    by Anne Petrik on April 18, 2025 at 12:41 am

    Looking to stay informed on 2025 capital markets activity and buy-side M&A trends? Join this interactive panel discussion featuring three William Blair experts who will highlight key deal-making trends, including highlights from the firm’s latest proprietary quarterly survey on the... The post May 9 webinar | 2025 Market Update With William Blair: Capital markets trends and buy-side M&A tactics appeared first on Vistage Research Center.

  • Executive presence: The relationship advantage that builds trust
    by hilary-blair on April 17, 2025 at 3:11 pm

    Effective communication is the foundation of strong leadership, successful teams and organizational achievement. When individuals communicate well, companies thrive. And executive presence can provide the powerful communication skills you’ll need to foster meaningful connections. But what is executive presence? Well,... The post Executive presence: The relationship advantage that builds trust appeared first on Vistage Research Center.