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A construction company's bonding capacity does more than determine which projects it can pursue. It can also play a significant role in how the business is valued.
In his latest blog, Lloyd Bell explores the connection between bonding capacity and company value, including how sureties, lenders, buyers, and other stakeholders view bonding capacity as a reflection of financial strength, growth potential, and risk management.
Whether you're planning for growth, an ownership transition, or a future sale, understanding the impact of bonding capacity can help strengthen your company's position in the marketplace.
Read Lloyd's insights: https://hubs.ly/Q04wMKyW0

Abbygail Gwynne and Jennie Nguyen are representing Meaden & Moore at the Claims Conference of Northern California this week! They're looking forward to connecting with industry professionals, sharing insights, and discussing the latest trends shaping the claims and insurance landscape. If you're attending, be sure to introduce yourself and say hello! Learn more about the conference here: https://hubs.ly/Q04w6G_F0

Great conversations, new connections, and a little friendly competition made for a memorable evening earlier this week at Foundry Social during a networking event with PNC Bank. We’re grateful for the opportunity to strengthen relationships, build new ones, and stay engaged with the professionals who help shape our community.

Join us in welcoming Blake Norton to Meaden & Moore as a Senior Manager in our Tax Services Group! Blake earned both his Bachelor's degree in Accounting and his Master's degree in Taxation from the University of Akron, and he will be working in our Akron office.

We're excited to have Blake on the team and look forward to the impact he'll make for our clients and colleagues.

Welcome to Meaden & Moore, Blake!

The Meaden & Moore team attended the Building Excellence & Craftsmanship Awards to celebrate the Clevelanders who are helping shape and strengthen our community.
We were especially proud to see our clients, Higley Construction and Great Lakes Construction Company, recognized for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to excellence.
Pictured L-R: Kate Nemchaninova, Luda Arkhipov, Chas Besenfelder, Mark Kasinec, Jennifer Myers, Jarrett Martin

Retirement plans can help you attract and retain top talent, but as your business grows, they can also bring new reporting and compliance requirements. In this article, Darby Melville breaks down what employers need to know about Form 5500, audits, and the 100-participant rule. Click here to read more: https://hubs.ly/Q04tMkDG0

Congratulations to Jim Rollins, CEO, and Jim Carulas, Senior Advisor, on being named to the 2026 Cleveland 500!
Published by Cleveland Magazine, the Cleveland 500 recognizes influential leaders who are helping shape the future of Northeast Ohio through their vision, leadership, and impact on the business community. We are proud to see both Jim Rollins and Jim Carulas included among this distinguished group of professionals.
Their dedication, expertise, and commitment to serving our clients, employees, and communities continue to make a lasting difference. Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉
See the full Cleveland 500 List here: https://hubs.ly/Q04tljRG0

The Qualified Opportunity Zone program continues to evolve. Recent tax law changes have made the program permanent while introducing new considerations for investors, Qualified Opportunity Funds, and Qualified Opportunity Zone businesses. In his latest blog, Keith Hughes breaks down the IRS's transitional guidance and what it could mean for those participating in opportunity zone investments.
Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q04sjzQW0

Good retirement plan governance isn't just about checking compliance boxes. It's about building a stronger, more efficient plan that helps reduce risk, control costs, earn participant trust, and make audits less stressful.
In her latest article, Hillary Kastelic shares why leading plan sponsors are taking a more strategic approach to governance and the key questions every organization should be asking:
✅ Are we running a well-governed plan?
✅ Can we demonstrate that governance during an audit?
Read Hillary’s insights and learn how strong governance can create value far beyond compliance.
https://hubs.ly/Q04sjzSw0