Nucor Steel

North Carolina-based Nucor Steel is one of the world's most productive companies, according to a recent MRO Today study. Nucor has recorded over 130 consecutive quarters of revenue and dividend growth through its commitment to its customers, employees, and technology. Bucking most corporate policies, the first cost-cutting measures when business goes down is executive perks and bonuses.
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Rudy Giuliani

"There are many qualities that make a great leader. But having strong beliefs, being able to stick with them through popular and unpopular times, is the most important characteristic of a great leader." - Rudy Giuliani
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Chapter 11

Chapter 11 bankruptcy is a reorganization process available to any corporation as well as individuals within certain conditions. Chapter 11 makes sense when long-term revenue is higher than liquidation of assets. It is essentially a payment plan to creditors while the company continues normal operations and works toward making a fresh start after completing the Chapter 11 process.
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IPOs

The credit card company Visa set the record for the single largest U.S. initial public offering raising $17.9 billion in 2008. The ideal candidate for an IPO has a well-established track record of steadily growing sales and earnings, and operates in an industry that is currently on the way up. IPOs are the most expensive way to raise money in terms of cost.
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Proxy fights

In business, a proxy fight is a hostile takeover method where the acquiring company attempts to convince shareholders to vote for a new management team or board of directors that will approve a takeover. Proxy fights often start with unhappy shareholders or managers within the company itself. The proxy technique allows the acquiring company to avoid paying a premium for the target company.
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The American Business Awards

The American Business Awards have been awarded annually since 2002. The awards were created to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and business people worldwide in dozens of categories. Winners receive the distinctive American Business Award trophy called a "Stevie", which is derived from Greek meaning "crowned".
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Business Gateway

Business.gov, the official business link to the U.S. Government, is managed by the U.S. Small Business Administration in partnership with 21 other federal agencies. This partnership, known as Business Gateway, is a Presidential E-government initiative that provides a single access point to government services and information to help the nation's businesses with their operations.
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