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A Fractional CMO to Manage Change & Grow Your Business

By Alison Arnold on Mon, Aug 21, 2023

Most B2B technology companies have no shortage of demand but lack a robust sales and marketing presence to seize the opportunity for growth. Engineering-driven companies have a healthy skepticism about marketing and often lack the core competency internally.

Topics: Branding and Identity Manufacturing Change Management Digital Transformation Organizational Culture
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Managing Change in the Energy Industry

By Alison Arnold on Tue, Jun 27, 2023

Integrating renewables into energy frameworks. Outdated energy infrastructures with increasing energy demands. Ever-changing regulations and political pressures. It's no wonder people who work in the energy industry are exhausted.

Change fatigue is a real thing and it's costing your company. Organizational restructuring, new technologies, process improvements, upskilling...employees are experiencing anxiety and may show resistance borne from fear. Here are some strategies for helping employees manage change.

Topics: Change and Innovation Internal Communication Change Management Digital Transformation employee engagement Organizational Culture
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Empowering People and Ideas: Congratulations, Fellow ATHENA Award Finalists!

By Alison Arnold on Thu, Jan 13, 2022

We are proud to have been among all the finalists at the 2022 ATHENA awards ceremony, sponsored by the Women’s Council of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. Many congratulations to this year's winners



The ATHENA Organizational Award honors women leaders who demonstrate excellence in their field, create dynamic, supportive company cultures, and give back to their communities. We’re so excited to be a finalist for this award – joining the ranks of other women in Rochester who embody these values every day.

Topics: Company News
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Mergers & Acquisitions: Communication Strategy for a Smooth Transition

By Alison Arnold on Mon, Dec 06, 2021

Mergers and acquisitions present challenges to even the most seasoned leadership teams. Executing a strong and organized communications planone that delivers the right messages to the right constituents at the right time—can help a merger or acquisition go smoothly and establish unity and profitability. Yet, despite the best-laid plans, change management is always hard and you’re sure to encounter challenges along the way.

Topics: Business Insights Internal Communication Positioning Sales Strategic Planning Marketing and Sales Alignment Change Management Digital Transformation
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2020 Standout Successes: Product Launch and Brand Transition

By Alison Arnold on Wed, Jan 06, 2021



Welcome to 2021! We’re rested, recharged, and ready for a fresh start. While last year didn’t go quite as planned, as we look back, by and large, clients we work with met or outperformed their targets. We can’t help but notice some standout successes. Let’s take a closer look at how some of our clients managed to thrive despite less-than-ideal conditions.

Topics: Lead Generation Product Launch Strategic Planning
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Innovation in Medical Device Manufacturing: AR/VR

By Alison Arnold on Wed, Apr 22, 2020

As augmented reality and virtual reality tools continue to edge into health care, it’s easy to see the advantages. Color overlays and 3D renderings help surgeons make more informed decisions during a sensitive operation. Medical students practice procedures in a safe, immersive setting. An ultrasound technician conducts a hands-free examination at the patient’s bedside with a lightweight, portable display. In the end, digital realities such as these are aimed at improving patient outcomes. AR and VR will become more commonplace in the health care industry and it’s up to the medical device manufacturers to help push innovations into this sector.

Topics: Business Insights Medical Device Tech