Transitioning from Fortune 100 to Profit 100
Would you feel comfortable building a plane while flying it? Transitioning from a large company to a small-to-medium enterprise (SME) may seem like an easy opportunity to bring in your expertise and innovation…
Changes to the Wage Earners Protection Program Act
Allan Nackan, Partner at GlassRatner and co-leader of the firm’s Restructuring practice, sheds light on the recent changes to the Wage Earners Protection Program Act (‘WEPPA’)—including how it addresses certain criticisms as…
The First 40 Years: Culture, Vision, and Improbable Math
Alan Farber and Gary Lifman, Farber’s Joint Managing Partners, take a trip down memory lane and discuss the significance of 40 years in business, Farber’s unique culture, and the secret to their success…
The Hidden Truth: Financing Options for Canadian SMEs
While the lending market is changing—and financing options are more plentiful for Canadian SMEs in need of capital—finding the right option can be challenging. Many solutions require a mix-and-match approach. Glenn…
Making an Exit: How to Maximize your Business’s Liquidity
Do you have a clear and robust exit plan? In the first of a series of articles—outlining the journey towards business owner liquidity—Glenn Bowman sets the stage and offers some preliminary insight for…
Reducing the Stress of a Career Transition
A career transition can be hard—especially when it isn’t planned. Charlene Bergman explores the mental health consequences of transition, and provides some insight on how to cope and maintain through a career gap…
Attending a Networking Event? Here’s How to Make the Most of It
Networking can be intimidating for many people, regardless of their job title and experience. But, the reality is, with enough practice and the right guidance, anyone can be a master networker. Steve Rosen offers some…
Mitigating Social Unrest During Restructuring or Turnaround
It can be tempting, and convenient, for mining companies to abandon their corporate social responsibility initiatives when experiencing financial distress. However, Allan Nackan cautions that this could spiral into costly shutdowns, production losses, and even…
Bored Meetings: How to Increase Board Engagement
Are your board meetings downright boring? If so, you’re not alone. Many companies, both public and private, are having trouble stirring up board engagement. Ian Brenner offers some ideas on how to approach your…
Retail: How Lenders are Overcoming the Fear
The world of retail can be scary—especially from a lender’s perspective. Recently, many well-known retailers have closed-up shop and many more continue to struggle. Even before the current environment, lenders have…