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The Hidden Metric That Can Transform the Value of Your Business

September 15, 2026

Revenue matters. It gets you in the room with acquirers, it signals that customers want what you sell, and it is the foundation everything else is built on. But revenue alone does not make a business valuable. What often transforms a revenue story into a valuable business is gross margin: the difference between what you sell and what it costs you to make. Jeff Church learned this the hard way. He built Suja, a cold-pressed

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

September 1, 2026

As originally published on GrowerTalks. Click here for the original article. Aretha Franklin famously spelled out what people want most: R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Nearly 60 years later, that message remains just as relevant in the workplace, especially in the hiring process. Recruitment continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Artificial intelligence is streamlining administrative tasks, accelerating candidate screening and helping organizations move more efficiently through the hiring cycle. Yet while technology receives much of the attention, some

Thanks for Joining Us at Gen Con 2026 to Level up Your Game

August 11, 2026

Gen Con is one of Indianapolis’ and the Tabletop Gaming and Hobby Industry’s largest events, with over 70,000 attendees annually. For Tabletop Gaming businesses, the event offers you countless opportunities to enhance your career and gain access to resources to drive future business growth— and BEST Human Capital & Advisory Group will be there in person to meet with you! As a Production Category member of GAMA, with a presence on several committees, BEST has a

4.1 Reasons to Join Us at Cultivate’26 and Grow Your Business

June 4, 2026

In July, we’re not just celebrating America’s 250th, but also the 26th Annual Cultivate! We look forward to seeing you July 11-14th at Cultivate’26 in Columbus, Ohio: the Green Industry event offering countless opportunities to grow your business and enhance your career. We will be there with FOUR in-person educational sessions on extremely timely industry topics such as talent acquisition, human resources, building value in your business, succession and exit planning, and more that you

Building the Next Generation of Growers

April 24, 2026

As originally published on greenhousegrower.com. Click here for the original article. For greenhouse companies trying to attract and retain growers, training and development (T&D) can no longer be treated as an added benefit. It has become a core part of the job offer. Candidates want to know whether they will have opportunities to build skills, advance professionally, and stay current as production practices evolve. Companies that cannot clearly answer those questions may struggle not only to keep

What to Watch Out for When Getting Outside Advice

March 31, 2026

When you bring in an outside advisor — whether it’s an accountant, attorney, consultant, or broker — you’re doing the right thing. You’re acknowledging there’s something you don’t know and going to find someone who does. That’s smart ownership. But there’s a trap hidden in that process that most business owners never see coming. Every Expert Has a Favorite Tool There’s an old saying: to a hammer, everything is a nail. Think about it this

The Right Benefits, or Why Healthy Growers Means Healthy Plants

March 17, 2026

As originally published on greenhousegrower.com. Click here for the original article. Since the pandemic, companies across all industries have invested heavily in improving employee benefits. Undoubtedly, one of the most challenging positions to hire and retain in the horticulture industry are growers of all levels. While the industry is responding with strategies and programs to attract a new wave of professionals who are passionate about propagation, the fact is we continue to have a significant

Thanks For Joining Us at GAMA Expo 2026 to Level Up Your Game!

February 4, 2026

Are you ready to LEVEL UP YOUR GAME? BEST Human Capital & Advisory Group was at at the GAMA Expo March 1-6, 2026, in Louisville, KY. During the tradeshow (open to GAMA Tabletop Games Association members only), Chris Cimaglio, Managing Partner, and Michael Maggiotto Jr., Director of Human Resource Solutions, presented 5 educational sessions designed to help Tabletop Games business leaders across all membership categories improve their businesses. Do you have the right people in

The Top HR Trends Reshaping Floriculture in 2026

January 19, 2026

As originally published on greenhousegrower.com. Click here for the original article. Just as the horticulture industry continues to evolve with new plant varieties, equipment, technology, substrates, and inputs, so does its most important asset: its people. In 2026, HR is being reshaped by shifting employee expectations, new workplace realities, and rapid advances in AI and digital tools. For growers and horticulture businesses, staying competitive now depends as much on how you hire, develop, and support your teams as