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June 01, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. When considering the sale of your business, regardless of career stage or circumstance, engaging an experienced sell-side transaction advisor can help […]
May 28, 2026
By Nancy Orben, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. Are you eligible for a tariff refund? The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on February 20, 2026, that tariffs imposed under […]
May 19, 2026
By Jordan Miller, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. If you spend time talking with manufacturers right now, especially leaders in small to mid-sized operations, you start to hear […]
April 28, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Preparing to sell your business is a complicated, emotional, and logistically challenging decision with material financial implications. There are many decisions […]
March 24, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Independent Dealers: The Backbone of U.S. Used Vehicle Retail Independent automobile dealers are a key component in the U.S. retail auto […]
March 05, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Starting Point In 2025, retail automotive dealership groups navigated through macroeconomic uncertainty and tightening consumer affordability. The public retail automotive dealership […]
February 09, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. One full year into a new trade philosophy within the United States, automotive manufacturing in North America experienced a net contraction […]
January 09, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. The Midwest closed 2025 with 94 reported dealership transactions, down from 101 in 2024. Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan were the […]
December 03, 2025
By Ruben Ramirez, CPA/ABV/PFS, MSF, CEPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. The One Big Beautiful Bill (“OBBB”) brings sweeping changes to the U.S. tax code, with significant implications for […]
December 03, 2025
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Starting Point Whether you are evaluating a dealership available for sale or one already in your portfolio, you may be wondering […]
November 05, 2025
By Patrick Brown, CPA, Director of Manufacturing Services at Blue & Co. Industries around the world, particularly those that rely on imported products, continue to face challenges related to tariffs. […]
November 03, 2025
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Starting Point Recent tariff relief measures enacted by the Trump Administration mark a significant win for domestic automakers and suppliers, offering […]
September 24, 2025
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Over the past five years, Indiana has emerged as a hot spot for retail automotive dealership transaction activity. Its ranking as […]
August 22, 2025
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Introduction The U.S. retail automotive dealership market in 2025 stands in uncertainty, shaped by a mixed bag of economic recovery, technological […]
March 21, 2025
By Philip Blakely, CPA, Manager at Blue & Co. Inventory Valuation and Impacts of Idle Capacity The beverage industry is navigating through challenging times, with increased aging barrels in the […]
Webinars
June 01, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. When considering the sale of your business, regardless of career stage or circumstance, engaging an experienced sell-side transaction advisor can help […]
May 28, 2026
By Nancy Orben, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. Are you eligible for a tariff refund? The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on February 20, 2026, that tariffs imposed under […]
May 19, 2026
By Jordan Miller, CPA, Senior Manager at Blue & Co. If you spend time talking with manufacturers right now, especially leaders in small to mid-sized operations, you start to hear […]
April 28, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Preparing to sell your business is a complicated, emotional, and logistically challenging decision with material financial implications. There are many decisions […]
March 24, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Independent Dealers: The Backbone of U.S. Used Vehicle Retail Independent automobile dealers are a key component in the U.S. retail auto […]
March 05, 2026
By Jonah Gjertson, Senior Consultant at Blue & Co. Starting Point In 2025, retail automotive dealership groups navigated through macroeconomic uncertainty and tightening consumer affordability. The public retail automotive dealership […]
Resources
Construction is becoming more connected and more exposed.![]()
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As firms adopt cloud platforms, mobile devices, and digital workflows, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. It’s an operational risk that can directly impact timelines, budgets, and client trust.![]()
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This piece breaks down practical, real-world strategies construction firms can implement today, from email security to zero-trust networks and device management.![]()
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Watch the full video and read the article here: hubs.la/Q04hpJCR0
Blue & Co. ranked #16 in the Large Business category for the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Best Places to Work awards. Out of more than 150 organizations that participated statewide, Blue was recognized among the top 24 large employers in Indiana.![]()
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Because the rankings are based on workplace practices and employee feedback, this recognition means even more. Thank you to our incredible team for continuing to build a culture centered on collaboration, growth, and support.![]()
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Visit our careers page to learn more about opportunities at Blue: hubs.la/Q04hsSyb0
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