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The best chief financial officers manage money, sure, but also a lot more. Eight masters of money and management were honored during the Austin Business Journal's 2024 Best CFOs in Austin awards show on July 11. Get to know them in this special report.

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Navigating the complex world of personal finance may seem daunting. From managing investments and retirement planning, to handling taxes and budgeting, individuals face an array of financial decisions that may feel overwhelming.  Ever wonder about the role of a financial advisor and what they can offer? This guide is designed to assist you in recognizing what to look for and how to maximize your relationship with a financial professional. What is a financial advisor? Financial advisor encompasses…

Ron Gallo is president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Louisville, a 40-year-old organization that mobilizes people, networks and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville. He spoke with Louisville Business First publisher Lisa Benson recently about a new initiative called Invest Louisville that aims to put foundation dollars to work transforming local communities.

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly in the crosshairs of cyber criminals. The statistics paint a dire picture: according to a 2023 report by Verizon, 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses. The financial impact of these breaches can be devastating, with the average cost of a cyberattack on an SMB ranging from $120,000 to $1.24 million. For many SMBs, such a hit can be catastrophic, leading to significant operational downtime, loss of sensitive data and long-term reputational…

Make no mistake: Pittsburgh-based electricity provider Duquesne Light Company (DLC) has set its visionary sights on a clean energy future for the region. Getting there, however, will require more than just the flip of a switch when considering reliability, resilience, aging equipment, new transmission paradigms and equitable service for its more than 600,000 customers across two southwestern Pennsylvania counties and the city of Pittsburgh, according to Christine Waller, vice president of communications…