Business Solutions for Spring 2017

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It’s a smart idea to read this issue of Business Solutions.
Why? Because we’ve filled it with smart content about topics including the Smart
Rural Community initiative, the smart (and ambitious) students in the Macoupin
County CEO Program, and the smart strategy of buying local.
On page 3, we answer the question, What is a Smart Rural Community? Madison
Communications was honored to be named a Smart Rural Community by NTCA–
The Rural Broadband Association, and we look forward to helping our community
make the most of broadband technology.
The Business Spotlight on the Macoupin County CEO Program is on pages 4 and 5.
We think you’ll be impressed by the high school students in this class and how they’re
building businesses thanks to the lessons learned. Keeping with our smart theme,
check out page 5’s employee profile on Scott Eckhardt, Plant Superintendent.
Keep reading to pick up even more smart ideas. Learn about The Buy Local Loop on
page 6 and local “Go Green” opportunities as part of Madison in the Community on
page 7.
Have a question about the best communications services for your business? Grab
your smartphone and call us for some smart advice.
Sincerely,
The Madison Team
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