Spring 2016 issue of Horizons

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Features

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A publication by RubinBrown LLP Spring 2016

Welcome from the Managing Partner

Chairman’s Corner

Chairman James G. Castellano, CPA, CGMA

RubinBrown News

Managing Partner John F. Herber, Jr., CPA, CGMA

A Talent Powerhouse: RubinBrown Works Hard to Recruit and Retain the Best and Brightest

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Denver Managing Partner Michael T. Lewis, CFA

R&E Tax Credit: Newly Made Permanent & Expanded

Denver Resident Manager Gregory P. Osborn, CPA, CGMA Kansas City Managing Partner Todd R. Pleimann, CPA, CGMA

Social Engineering: Is Your Business Opening the Door (Literally) to Cyber Attacks?

What the St. Louis Cardinals & RubinBrown’s Wealth Management Services Have in Common

Editor Dawn M. Martin

Timely Reminders

Art Director Jen Chapman

Designer Brendan Coleman

Industry-Specific Articles

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Horizons , a publication of RubinBrown LLP, is designed to provide general information regarding the subject matters covered. Although prepared by professionals, its contents should not be construed as the rendering of advice regarding specific situations. If accounting, legal or other expert assistance is needed, consult with your professional business advisor. Please call RubinBrown with any questions (contact information is located on the back cover).

transportation & dealerships

not - for - profit Succession Planning for Not-For-Profits

construction Recruiting and Talent Retention in the Construction Industry

How Dealerships and Trucking Companies Hire and Retain Talent

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life sciences & technology

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manufacturing & distribution

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Obtaining Top Talent with the Help of Equity Compensation Plans

real estate Low Income Housing Tax Credit: Legislative Update

To Find Skilled Labor, Look Ahead

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public sector Avoiding Burnout in the Public Sector

private equity Talent Retention Post- Acquisition: Strategic vs. Private Equity

Any federal tax advice contained in this communication (including any attachments): (i) is intended for your use only; (ii) is based on the accuracy and completeness of the facts you have provided us; and (iii) may not be relied upon to avoid penalties.

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gaming U.S. Gaming Industry Surpasses $70 Billion

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Readers should not act upon information presented without individual professional consultation.

law firms Is Your Firm Doing

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healthcare Trends in Physician Employment

Everything it Can to Retain Its Associates?