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Our treasured 60-year history has prepared us for a new era of innovation and resilience.   With Co-CEOs Clay Duvall and David Binswanger at the helm, we’ve made key leadership hires, leveled up our M&A strategy and invested in our integrated services platform, so when the market turns, the chassis will already be built for speed and scale.    Learn more about the company’s big moves below in Dallas Business Journal. 

Did you know that August is Black Business Month?! We celebrate the innovators, founders, business leaders, and industry pioneers in our community. Here are a few ways to support your locally-owned businesses this month and ALL YEAR ROUND. #suppotblackbusinesses #supportblackownedbusinesses #buyblack #constructionlife #generalcontracting

I joined Greenough Communications just over a year ago with the support of an amazingly talented leadership team of Christine Williamson, Jen Heady, Jessika Parry, and Kenneth Craig – and newly added, but I can’t imagine us without her – Nicole Murphy, and a vision. Together, we will make it a reality. I’m incredibly grateful - and honored - to follow in the footsteps of Phil Greenough. Over the last 25 years, he founded and led Greenough through several incredible inflection points across the #technology, #healthcare, and #energy industries and provided us with a proven playbook to tackle the ones yet to come. From Fortune 500 companies to the many startups, he was there penning new narratives and disrupting markets. His mark on the communications field and this agency is undeniable, and I look forward to continuing his legacy.   What’s next is still unwritten, but what I do know is we will: ➡ Have fun defining the “new rules” for agencies to live by. As Eleanor Hawkins recently said, the “challenger firms” will be the ones that have senior leaders who walk side-by-side with their clients, deliver the strategy, and generate the results vs. relying on those who are just cutting their teeth in the field. That model is broken. We are an agency of experienced, creative practitioners who love what we do and still get a high while doing it. We are the challenger firm she speaks of, and we are rising. https://lnkd.in/eiUDJNbq ➡ Hone in on our “Zones of Genius.” Our Guest Lecture series, featuring industry experts sharing insights on their journey, innovative tools, and lessons from their experiences, remains a cornerstone. Additionally, our quarterly one-on-one trainings go beyond mere support; they're about uplifting each other to ensure our clients are receiving the best work and have our best minds working together to deliver that work. It's not just about being on the team; it's a mindset that consistently revolves around our clients, focusing on how we can continuously enhance and deliver exceptional results. ➡ Be present. This remote world can be distracting, and it can feel monotonous. But collectively, we will be keeping each other focused and present. Present as trends start bubbling up to the surface, at industry events and client summits, in the ever-changing world and all its teachings for us to be and operate at our best.   Let’s do this, Greenough team!!   And thank you, Jess Ruderman, for taking the time to meet with me and for this great piece in PRWeek! bit.ly/3StNsT4

Did you know one of S.U.C.C.E.S.S.’ former CEOs made such an impact in Vancouver that a local park and street were named in her honour? Learn more about the life of Lilian To in a new video marking our 50th Anniversary: https://lnkd.in/gvGCDbvy

While going through some boxes in my basement, I found two pretty significant pieces of American business history: The preliminary prospectuses of companies once ranked among the Black Enterprise 100s listings of the nation’s largest Black-owned businesses. Only true aficionados of business icon Reginald F. Lewis will remember that he considered an initial public offering in 1989 that would have made TLC Beatrice International the first Black-owned company to trade on the New York Stock Exchange (a feat that Robert L. Johnson achieved with BET Holdings two years later). Lewis ultimately chose not to purse the IPO. In 1987 (the year Lewis completed his historic acquisition of Beatrice International Foods), another BE 100s enterprise, Lawson National Distributing Co., also considered an IPO, to be led by Daniels and Bell, the trailblazing Black-owned Wall Street firm helmed by the legendary Travers J. Bell Jr. The CEO of Lawson was Daniel C. Lawson; the company provided goods and services to the nation’s public transportation systems, and was a top 10 company on the BE 100s in the 1980s. Neither company ever completed their IPOs. However, meeting and chronicling the achievements of Black business titans such as Lewis, Lawson and Bell are among the things I value most about my career at Black Enterprise Magazine. Finding these documents once again reminds me of just how blessed I am. #TheSuccesspert #itsgoodtobeme #Godisgood #BE100s #blackbusinessmatters #blackfounders #blackbizlegend #blackbusiness #blackenterprise #reginaldflewis #RFL #traversbell

This week on episode 004, I had the pleasure of speaking with Denise Reese, Founder & CEO of Grace The Collection, whose story is a masterclass in transitioning from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. Denise, once at the peak of her corporate career, faced an unexpected shift. What happened next is not just inspiring; it's a blueprint for anyone facing their crossroads. From navigating layoffs to launching Grace The Collection, her journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the courage to embrace new beginnings. 2 important topics we dive into: - Real insights into making a career pivot work for you. - Practical advice for entrepreneur going through struggles when starting. Our conversation is a beacon for those in the transition or contemplating their entrepreneurial leap. Denise's insights offer not just inspiration but tangible strategies for transitioning into entrepreneurship. 🔗 Full podcast episode linked in comments.

Your Future Realized is Your Future PREPARED for! We are partnering with Family Business Magazine to "get the word out" on what private companies can do to accelerate Leadership Development! Check out their BLOG post below! The Famous Edison Lightbulb was sold in WEST ORANGE NJ just over 100 years ago!! (Cool Factoid)! #leadershiptraining #successionplanning #familybusinesses

Exciting News! Join us on August 29th at 3pm for an unmissable pre-retreat webinar for Laddher Up attendees! Get ready to uncover the ultimate strategies on maximizing your experience at the upcoming LaddHer Up Retreat. From networking to skill-building, we've got you covered! Don't miss out – mark your calendars and get ready to level up your career journey with us. And a special thank you to Hogan Lovells for sponsoring! @ #womeninlaw #womenlawyers #earlycareer #leadership #leadershipskills #networkingopportunity #businessdevelopment #newlawyer #lawfirm #lawfirmassociate

Michele Cerezo Natal, 49, is a partner at Mayer Brown in New York. In a recent Q&A with Law.com, she spoke about how she became partner. Here's a question about what made her partner material. 𝗤: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿? 𝗪𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲? 𝗔 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘁? 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲? A: "I think the firm made me a partner because I was already operating like one. I was developing business, thinking strategically about my practice area, and taking leadership roles at the firm." --- Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/gXZjzp33

🎥 Tune in to CEO's Corner: Unveiling the Heart of Working Within! ❤️ In this inspiring video, our CEO dives deep into one of our core values: ACTION. 💪 Join us as we explore the significance of taking decisive steps towards impactful change and fostering a community of doers. 🚀 At Working Within, ACTION isn't just a word – it's a way of life. Discover how we embody this value through our dedication to driving positive transformation, fostering collaboration, and empowering Black social enterprise leaders. Watch now and embark on a journey that celebrates the power of ACTION in creating a brighter future for all! 🌟 Let's lead by example, together.