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Walking line between corporate social responsibility, social division

We care more today about supporting companies whose values are aligned with our values. Corporate social responsibility is important. The reason might be due to the power of social media. Maybe it’s what matters most to millennials. Maybe it’s where we are moving as a society overall.

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Political Advice for Candidates and Marketers: Brand Perception Trumps Rationality

One of the primary principles of positioning is that minds don't change, at least not easily. If you are like me, the natural inclination is to argue with this principle.

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Niche Differentiation Strategy: Mine riches in niches

Charlie Munger knows a bit about making money. Charlie, 94, is worth close to $2 billion. He is the very longtime partner of Warren Buffett, 87. Together they run Berkshire Hathaway. Both still go to work every day. Munger said, “The No.

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Progressive's Brand Identity: In or Out?

Remember the 1997 movie called In and Out? It starred Kevin Kline as Howard Brackett, a Midwestern high school teacher who questioned his sexual identity after being pronounced gay on national TV by an Academy Award-winning former student.

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Midwest Industrial Supply has Growth, Success Under Control

Local family-owned company does its part to strengthen Canton, Stark County. Step into the offices of Midwest Industrial Supply — 1101 3rd St. S. E. in Canton — and signs of success are readily apparent.

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Bender's Tavern Brings Good Taste & Good Times to Stark County

Many people hungry in body and spirit have come to be fed and partake in the hospitality of ‘Canton’s Oldest and Finest’ tavern. If walls could talk, the ones inside Bender’s Tavern, 137 Court Ave. SW in Canton, would have plenty to say.

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Fifty Years of Positioning: the 1980s

From mullets to parachute pants and leg warmers to Rubik’s Cube, the 1980s featured some wildly hot fads that ended up being relatively short-lived. But for Innis Maggiore, the 1980s spawned a new marketing philosophy that most certainly has stood the test of time — positioning.

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Convenience, Amenities & Community Impact Make CAK the Right Choice

Travelers are one stop away from anywhere in the world at Akron-Canton's very own airport; Work is now under way to revolutionize the passenger experience. Akron-Canton Airport President & CEO Ren Camacho speaks at many community gatherings. When he says, "This is your airport," he means it.

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Hard Work & a Little Luck Lead to Laura of Pembroke’s 
Good Fortunes

Popular boutique thrives thanks to family’s dedication; Business’ stylish impact felt from California to Florida. If John B. Sirpilla — an original partner in Laura of Pembroke — were alive today, he’d give family members hugs and high fives for how far the business has come. John B.

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Like a Good Neighbor, Carroll County Energy is There for Carrollton

Local community impacted greatly by $900 million investment in combined-cycle natural gas electric generation facility. Good neighbors aren't easy to find. Fortunately for Carrollton, Washington Township and Carroll County, Carroll County Energy came to town. Neighbors don't get much better.

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