Angela Tabb

Owner Tavani Salon, Author I have owned my Business in our Community for over 10 years. I have a team of 28, and my husband has come alongside me to help me reach my dreams.  I am an Author and a creator of an All-Natural skincare and hair care product line with my dad.  I  … Read more

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Adequate Staffing

Our timely Round Table topic for February is also the subject of discussions at our Annual Leadership Summit on March 17 at the University Club in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This event will feature guest speaker David Robb, Co-Owner and Managing Partner at Express Employment Professionals, and Tracy Brower, Ph.D., for an in-depth discussion on today’s  … Read more

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Pieter D. Winne

Professional Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Implementer.Owner of Winne Acres Convention Center. Pieter is a US Army Ranger veteran whom served with the 75th Ranger Regiment. Lessons Learned: Set big hairy audacious goals and let nothing stop you from achieving them. After serving, he began his professional career in corporate America where he found his passion for  … Read more

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God and Business/Faith in the Workplace

Our January topic was, “God and Business/Faith in the Workplace.”  We asked the question: “How do you incorporate your faith into your conversations?”  And “Can you express your faith without imposing your faith?” Our bible verses this month were 1 Peter 3:15-16:  “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to answer  … Read more

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The People Aspect of the Great Reset: Leaders are Under Pressure to be Better

Our Round Tables took on a difficult topic this December, “The People Aspect of the Great Reset: Leaders are Under Pressure to be Better.”  Generally speaking, most would agree that in the last few years we have had a change in what the hiring and employment environment looks like.  It has created pressure to create  … Read more

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Privacy Policy What information do we collect? We collect information from you when you register on our site, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out a form. When registering on our site, as appropriate, you may be asked to enter your: name, email address, and phone number. You may visit our site anonymously, but if  … Read more

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Cash Flow

Our November topic was “Cash Flow.”  Discussions ranged from tightening up our business practices to creative thinking in solving cash flow and other business challenges.  Considering joining a Round Table?   See https://thebusinessrt.org/round-tables/ for current information on all Round Table dates and times. Business Practices How rigorous are your business practices?  There are many distractions, tax  … Read more

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Business in the US has changed rapidly.  Am I stuck in the past?

This month our Round Tables considered the rapid change in the business environment and reflected on whether they are stuck in the past or moving forward on a new path.  Topics ranged from new communication styles to helping staff deal with rapid change. Communicating in today’s world We must keep the lines of communication open  … Read more

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Customer Diversification – Expanding Your Customer Base

Leaders at our September Round Tables discussed ideas for diversifying and expanding their customer base. Discussions this month were productive, resulting in useful ideas to consider for expanding your customer base. Diversification is key not only for the survival of your business, but it allows you to choose customers without compromising your values.  Seek Him  … Read more

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