Meet our region’s “big fish,” the Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies that have grown significant revenue — seamlessly and quickly — over the past few years. These 50 ambitious companies tell stories of leadership, vision, talented employees and strong tenacity, and they’re worth hearing. Go ahead and learn from these tales and start taking over your “pond.” Once you start outgrowing your fishbowl, you just might rank on the Top 50 list.

Now more than ever, our community counts on United Way of the Capital Region (UWCR) and its safety net of services. From food pantries to life-sustaining medications, UWCR supports 80 programs and services that are needed to keep Central Pennsylvania strong. Learn more about this positive force in our region, and how you can help.

Every successful business knows that including diverse viewpoints makes it more competitive. But diversity comes in many forms -- and a smart employer recognizes that. Smart employers also know that lack of inclusion can lead to serious problems. Read more about who might be missing from your work environment in Central Penn Business Journal's 2012 edition of Inclusion.

You can't have “community” without “unity,” and that's exactly why Lancaster County has such an integrated sense of business. This dynamic business landscape thrives on innovative thinkers, fresh talent, a strong work ethic and genuine compassion for one another. Marry those things with an underlying commitment to local and you have a growing community that truly takes care of itself.

Behind every successful business in Central Pennsylvania is a story that profiles top-notch leadership and savvy business plans. It's true, and we're here to tell you about 41 of them. In today's dynamic business world, any business can be strong and intelligent, but it's the ones who are most responsive to change that will go the furthest, and you can see that in every single one of these companies.

The Keystone Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) holds the annual Excellence in Construction Awards program for its contractor members. Winners join the ranks of hundreds of companies recognized as “the best of the best” in the construction industry. Now in its 23rd year, the competition creates a greater awareness of the quality workmanship produced by free enterprise contractors right here in Central Pennsylvania.

Business in the meeting and events industry is picking up! It's been a rough couple of years, but in-person functions have now become a priority. But gone are the days of reserving space and planning a year in advance. Instead, business people are waiting until all the pieces are in place to start the process, often with less than two months to spare. Whether you’re a seasoned event planner or just in charge of one event, this guide shares some of the region’s most popular meeting venues and services.

Healthcare options continue to grow in the midstate as health systems add locations away from their hub of operations, physician-staffed walk-in centers proliferate, acquisitions expand resources and the availability of in-home alternatives stretches to meet demand. All the moving pieces come together in the Central Penn Business Journal's 2012 Health Care Report.

Behind the scenes of every successful business is a financial executive who helped the company get there. While these CFOs rarely get the proper recognition, our CFO of the Year Awards program does just that. From small nonprofit organizations to large private companies, get acquainted with the individuals who have been contributing to Central Pennsylvania's economic growth and stability.

For many accomplished women, their secret is to not set any limits. All across the midstate, women have repeatedly shattered the proverbial glass ceiling and made a great impact on both our business landscape and their communities. That’s precisely why we’re honoring 28 female leaders in the region as our Women of Influence. Through their career accomplishments, leadership, vision, community service and mentoring, they have demonstrated that no limitations will stand in the way of success.