It’s no surprise that M&A activity in the lower middle market hit a multi-year low in the first half of 2020 due to the health crisis and its significant impact on the economy. But a closer look at the data and overall market sentiment shows that while M&A activity was down across the board, valuations were not. For many, deal value has remained intact and, overall, deal activity began to rebound in Q2.

Senate votes down "skinny" COVID-19 relief bill, IRS and Treasury Department issue guidance on payroll tax deferral order, and more.

BSCAI sat down with John Leiferman, CEO of TEAM Software, to discuss his leadership style, why associations matter and how communication is everything.

COVID-19 has upended the way we do everything: From the way we work and learn to how we interact with others, the pandemic has pushed many of us to the edge. For building service contractors, the stay-at-home orders have put a dent in business-as-usual. That’s why Troy Hazard—author, speaker and businessowner—wants to inspire you to rise above it.

What does it mean to be a hero? For some, it conjures images of superheroes. For Contracting Success+ Keynote Speaker Kevin Brown, you don’t need to have a cape or super human powers to be a hero. For business owners and leaders, a hero starts with the power of positivity. Leaders should rise to challenges, face them head-on, and work on being the best versions of themselves at home and in the office.