Category: Business

Passing the Torch: A Q&A with Tanny Crane and Dan Crane

Passing the Torch: A Q&A with Tanny Crane and Dan Crane After nearly 40 years with Crane Group—22 of them leading the company—Tanny Crane is passing the CEO torch to respected company leader Dan Crane. In January 2026, Dan will become president and CEO of Crane Group, ushering in the company’s fourth generation of family […]

Art of the Interview: How to find the best candidate for the job

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Art of the Interview: How to find the best candidate for the job By Andrea Thomas When you’re interviewing job candidates, you’re not trying to find a friend: You’re trying to find the best person to perform a certain job—whether that’s to maintain your website or lead your entire team. But the distinction feels important […]

Strategic Planning: 5 keys to getting it right

Strategic Planning: 5 keys to getting it right By Adrienne Wagner Yes, strategic planning is a best practice, and it can completely transform organizations. But it’s also universally challenging. Everyone has a day job to make the business run, and thoughtful planning takes time, and forces teams to make often-difficult choices. The good news is: […]

Respect: A core value and competitive advantage

Respect: A core value and competitive advantage By Mike McRae Earlier in my career, I was given the opportunity to assume the controller position for a large manufacturing and distribution operation. I was grateful for the promotion and eager to test my abilities in areas such as cost accounting, financial analysis, and supply chain management. […]