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Ample Industries: Mastering Sticky Business

Natalie Spradlin says members of her family have always loved innovative gadgets. So it was no surprise that her father, David Menzies, was smitten by a new-fangled, press-to-print peel and stick label while attending a trade show back in 1968.
The team at Abacus! as they prepare for tax season.
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Smart Tax Moves to Make This Fall for Individuals and Business Owners

If you’re looking ahead to tax season now, you’re actually right on time. Abacus! shares tips and things to look out for when planning this...

sep 2025 | Branded Content, Financial
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How Hold Fast Brewing Built Its Team

How Springfield-based Hold Fast Brewing has built a loyal team and benefits from low turnover of key positions.

mar 2025 | Companies, Drinks
Tom Conroy and Fred McQueary
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The Story Behind ProVino

A friendship and a passion for vino led to a collaborative start-up wine company spearheaded by three local couples.

mar 2025 | Wine
Owners of Pixie Cup
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The Story Behind Pixie Cup

With a bold vision and local roots, family-owned Pixie Cup empowers women worldwide with reusable feminine hygiene products.

jan 2025 | Companies, Health, People

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DeLong Plumbing Heating & Air Has a Family-Laden Livelihood

Garry DeLong started DeLong Plumbing Heating & Air in 1991 as a two-man operation. As the business has grown to 60 people, more and more...

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