Thursday, November 5th Event Background: Since 2014, the Columbus Smart 50 Awards recognize the top executives of the 50 smartest companies in the Central Ohio region for their ability to effectively build and lead successful organizations. All 50 winners will be honored at a special celebration, and three organizations will receive specialty awards for their achievements in three … Continue reading 2020 Central Ohio Smart 50 Awards

Thursday, November 12th Event Background: Every year Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, formerly ASPIRE, connects thousands of local dealmakers, including middle-market CEOs, top PE and VC firms, major lenders and leading service providers. With sessions ranging from raising capital to buying and selling companies to alternative asset investing, our conferences cover the breadth of the M&A … Continue reading 2020 Chicago Dealmakers Conference

Friday, October 9th Event Background: What started out as the Women in Business conference in 2005, the Smart Women Breakfast addresses issues facing women in the workplace. This morning conference also recognizes the achievements of leading businesswomen, inspiring male advocates and effective women’s programs through the Smart Women Awards program. Screenshot of the floor-plan created for Smart Women During a … Continue reading 2020 Smart Women Breakfast & Awards Conference

Thursday, December 3rd Event Background: Since 1998, The Medical Mutual Pillar Award for Community Service, presented by Smart Business, honors businesses of all types and sizes that make outstanding contributions to their communities. Its purpose is to encourage a charitable environment, recognize creative efforts that make a difference and demonstrate the ties between the for-profit and nonprofit … Continue reading 2020 Medical Mutual Northeast Ohio Pillar Awards for Community Service

Twice a year Chico's FAS, the parent company of Chico's, White House Black Market, and Soma, hosts a press preview event in New York City for all three brands. Magazine editors, stylists, influencers, and analysts are all invited to check out the new collections and enjoy a day of pampering and treats. Each brand has … Continue reading Chico’s FAS Press Preview Events

Chico’s FAS and their family of brands, Chico’s, White House Black Market and Soma, are committed to women with a focus on their well-being, health and empowerment. Through service and giving back, they positively impact our customers, associates and the communities in which they live and do business. The brand and corporate cause-related initiatives are … Continue reading Chico’s FAS Cares Events

View the full press release here. In celebration of International Women's Day, at its corporate headquarters in Fort Myers, FL: Chico's FAS is hosting a yoga session for associates. In addition to bringing a morning of wellness, the event symbolized the importance of gender balance within organizations and reinforces the International Women's Day 2019 campaign theme, … Continue reading Chico’s FAS International Women’s Day Celebration 2019