It started with team members having issues logging into the system. “We noticed some servers weren’t responding correctly and we started investigating. It looked like a possible hardware problem,” said a manager at the Michigan-based manufacturing company. Further investigation on that late-summer day revealed a very big problem: encrypted ransomware files...
As 2020 began, the team at Valley OB/Gyn Clinic in Saginaw looked forward to a flurry of activity in the coming months, including opening a new clinic, renovating and relocating office space, and switching from one electronic medical record system (EMR) to another. All of this was well underway when the pandemic hit. “We had a unique situation in that prior to COVID, we were poised to have an exceptionally busy spring,” said Carmel Roberts, who serves as CEO of the private physician-owned practice that has been caring for women in their community for more than 50 years. “We went live with our new EMR on March 16, just as schools were closing and travel bans were being put into place due to COVID...
Each day, Michigan Premier Laundry ships tens of thousands of pounds of healthcare laundry. “We’re an essential business because we support hospitals and clinics throughout Michigan,” says Ray Zolinski of operations during the COVID-19 outbreak. As necessary as they are, however, the Saginaw-based business, like so many other businesses, has been adversely impacted by the pandemic. “We went under 60 percent capacity for a while...
When Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued Michigan’s initial stay-at-home order on March 24 in response to the global pandemic, Wixom-based manufacturer Firebolt Group shuttered operations along with so many other businesses across the state. But the 15-year-old company, which is known for its cutting-edge LED signs and innovative digital display products for many top brands, wasn’t down for long – the team quickly formed plans to help their community by manufacturing something else entirely. “Within 24 hours, we had developed our own face shield prototype,” said Brian Sciackitano, Firebolt Group’s chief operating officer, of the business’ decision to pivot toward creating in-demand personal protection equipment, or PPE...
West Michigan Partnership for Children, Kristyn Peck, CEO The West Michigan Partnership for Children (WMPC) is the first performancebased foster care service delivery model in Michigan. It places children removed from their homes due to abandonment, abuse, or neglect in safe, family-like settings with culturally responsive and trauma-informed services. How does Rehmann help empower your purpose? Rehmann helped set up our IT infrastructure and still manages it...
Scott Gaulden, Vice President and General Manager, Simmons Floor Covering At Simmons Floor Covering, making clients happy is a team effort. With the help of accounting expertise, the number of satisfied customers has grown. What brought you to Rehmann? We had some tax concerns and wanted a line of credit...
Jean Botti, CEO, VoltAero Rehmann client Jean Botti’s success spans multiple countries and decades. Today, his firm VoltAero creates hybrid electric propulsion systems for a new era of safe, eco-friendly flight. How does Rehmann provide value? They give me comfort because they’re taking care of me and my family while I’m doing my job...
Bret Lewis, COO and CFO, UV Angel UV Angel is a technology company focused on helping patients, employees and families live healthier lives through the use of proprietary UV-C systems. Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer Bret Lewis sheds light on this early stage company and how Rehmann helps. Please describe UV Angel’s team. UV Angel extends our internal expertise and resources by leveraging strategic relationships with outside professional firms such as Rehmann...
In 1958, Ed and Faith Corcoran started Wolverine Fire Protection Co. out of their garage in Mt. Morris, Mich. Their team was a hungry group with a humble beginning...
Gregory Sanial, Vice President for Finance and Administration, Grand Valley State University Grand Valley State University is a public liberal arts university in Allendale, Mich., that educates students to shape their lives, their professions, and their societies. It was named one of America's 100 best college buys for the 23rd year in a row. How does Rehmann help Grand Valley?..
At Rehmann, we strive to be The Firm of Choice not only for our clients, but for our associates as well. As our company grows – our team numbers 800 and counting – we continue to focus on training and development, to provide our clients the best solutions from the most knowledgeable team.
Here’s what Rehmann delivers: an outstanding environment full of professional challenge and reward; a culture based on putting people first and celebrating an entrepreneurial spirit; and opportunities to enrich the lives of those we serve. Passion, collaboration, and trust drive everything we do. If this sounds like you, we hope you connect with us for your next opportunity.
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