Anna Baluch

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About Anna

Anna Baluch is a freelance writer from Cleveland, OH. She enjoys writing about entrepreneurship, small business, and a variety of financial topics. You can connect to her on LinkedIn.

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How to Set Up a Business Email Address

Whether you’re starting a nonprofit, or working with a small business attorney to launch your company, setting up a professional email is one of the easiest ways to establish a legitimate business presence from day one.

Founded in 1978: United Scrap Metal Drives Growth Through Rapid Expansion and Operational Discipline

By prioritizing responsiveness, disciplined execution, and strong customer partnerships, United Scrap Metal has built a multistate footprint in the recycling industry.

Founded in 1947: French Florist Rethinks the Traditional Flower Shop

By blending emotional customer experiences with franchise-ready systems, this Los Angeles–based floral company is expanding its legacy brand.

Founded in 1921: Unique Snacks Grows a Sixth-Generation Family Snack Business

By focusing on simplicity, ingredient integrity, and small-batch-inspired production at scale, this Pennsylvania-based snack company has built a century-long legacy in better-for-you pretzels.

Founded in 1991: Realberry Builds Long-Term Value Through Real Estate Investment and Development

This Denver-based firm has spent more than three decades navigating market cycles to create institutional-quality real estate opportunities for investors and communities.

Founded 2015: Gunner Raises the Bar for Dog Travel Safety

This Nashville, Tennessee-based pet gear company has spent the past decade designing premium products that help keep dogs safe on every journey.

Founded in 1970: Unclaimed Baggage Gives Lost Luggage a Second Life

By turning unclaimed airline luggage into retail inventory, this Alabama-based company has created a one-of-a-kind shopping experience with a loyal national customer base.

Founded in 1931: Townsend Powers New England Homes Through Four Generations of Family Leadership

The Massachusetts-based home services company has grown from a heating oil business to a trusted provider of energy, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services across New England.

How to Grow Your Creative Business

In this edition of “Ask the Board,” we feature Kim Robinson, Founder of 3pts, a creative consultancy to support independent makers and artisans. He shares expert tips on how to build your own creative venture.

Solo Real Estate Navigates Philadelphia’s Housing Market Through Generations of Change

By prioritizing relationships, neighborhood knowledge, and long-term community investment, this family-owned brokerage has remained a trusted part of Philadelphia’s real estate landscape for 75 years.