Fall 2007 issue of Horizons

knowledge. commitment. value. CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS AND BUSINESS CONSULTANTS

John Herber Managing Partner

Welcome

Knowledge is the fuel that drives American business today. Knowledge is displayed through the innovators of processes, production, design, and concepts, which lead our companies. As business owners, we are challenged with making decisions about business initiatives that enhance and build value in the businesses we own and in time pass on to succeeding generations. As managers, we look to create value through the processes and operations we manage to meet quarterly projections. Finally as investors, we look for visionary companies with a track record of success or those gems buried in unglamorous and forgotten industries that are ripe for a period of growth and expansion. In this issue we try to capture the impact knowledge and a knowledgeable workforce has on business and business management. RubinBrown has long been a resource of business knowledge that has assisted so many of our clients in achieving their business and personal goals. I invite you to read this publication and offer us your feedback. Our goal is always to satisfy you our clients and friends. We hope to hear from you – john.herber@rubinbrown.com. Pleasant reading.

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