What are you looking for this hour? I have asked myself the same question just about every hour at work for the past 12 years. As of Feb. 1, I will have worked for the same company for 12 years. I reflect back and acknowledge the many lessons learned over this time. None of these […]
Back to the basics – Networking 101
As in any art, it is good to get back to the basics. The art of networking is no different. Every now and then it is good to take a look at how well we are networking in our businesses and personal lives. Day to day we need to make valuable connections that help others […]
The how and why of selling cybersecurity to the boardroom
If statistics take their inevitable toll, you will be a victim of fraud. Because of that, both businesses and consumers can benefit from these privacy and security tips. With cyberattacks being a real and growing reality, cyber defense, security and compliance must increase and become most effective. Real leadership is called for in order to […]
Cleveland’s Urban Farms
Growing Oasis’s in many of our Urban Neighborhoods Most work days I take the inbound and outbound RTA Greenline train to and from the Central Business District. Each time I take in the sights and transformation of the ever changing landscape, river, neighborhoods and skyline of our Region. One Urban space that has caught my […]
Taking your Grief To The Yoga Mat
A little over six months ago my wife came to me and said, “You know your Mother does not have long to live, we must visit with her and be present to her now because she will be gone soon.” She was in a nursing home and not happy there at all. She was in […]
United Way Hometown Huddle
Every year I look forward to participating in the United Way of Greater Cleveland’s Hometown Huddle. It is a day of hard work and Community Collaboration. This program is 18 years running. BlueBridge is happy to participate and represent the Cleveland Technology Community each year. This year Browns players supported by Volunteers from the United […]
The how and why of corporate social responsibility & volunteering
If no one were around to see an act of kindness, would you still behave as a hero? This is a terrific question a company must ask itself about participating in corporate social responsibility. Quickly, a company will benefit by answering “yes.” Most studies show that people do business with people they like, and most […]
Kevin Goodman Honored for His Commitment to Cancer Cure by Ohio Cancer Research
Star Award Gala to benefit Ohio Cancer Research CLEVELAND Thursday, August 11 at 6:30 p.m. Cleveland Marriott Downtown Honoring Ronald M. Berkman and Kevin Goodman Ronald M. Berkman, PhD President, Cleveland State University Kevin Goodman Managing Director, BlueBridge Networks For 25 years, Ohio Cancer Research has honored the most prominent and successful business and civic […]
Sports Training Strategies Apply to Business
Truth tends to be consistent across categories. This is an ancient idea that has resonated with many over and over again. According to Michael Hudak, a BlueBridge Networks account executive, “throughout my experiences as an IT technician, an athlete, a student, and a young professional in the business world, I have applied truths to various […]
Buying local is most impactful
If we can grow stronger locally, we can then act and deliver more successfully globally. We go to the global market in a more meaningful and lasting way when we have grown strong in our own backyards When and where we can buy local, we must do so. The impact to our local economies and […]