Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 15, 2024

Posted by Emma Bichet, Michael Mencher, Beth Sasfai, Cooley LLP, on Monday, April 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Emma Bichet and Michael Mencher are Special Counsels and Beth Sasfai is a Partner at Cooley LLP. This post is based on a Cooley memorandum by Ms. Bichet, Mr. Mencher, Ms. Sasfai, Jack Eastwood , and Charlotte Yin. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted its long-awaited climate disclosure rules on March 6, 2024.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

Consumers are increasingly discerning about where, how, and from whom they receive healthcare. Healthcare can learn from other industries how to provide an optimal end-to-end consumer experience.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 15, 2024

Posted by Alexander I. Platt (University of Kansas School of Law), on Monday, April 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Alexander I. Platt is an Associate Professor at the University of Kansas School of Law. This post is based on his recent paper , forthcoming in the Washington Law Review. Two developments have transformed the detection of corporate fraud since the global financial crisis: the SEC whistleblower bounty program (WBP) and the rise of activist short sellers.

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BVR

APRIL 15, 2024

BVR’s Guide to Physician Practice Finance and Valuation, 4th Edition, is out now and features a completely reworked look at the key issues impacting healthcare valuation. Check out this sneak peek of Part I.

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Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

APRIL 15, 2024

Statistics released by the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) indicate that, as of the end of 2023, Harvard Law School Corporate Faculty featured prominently on SSRN’s law author rankings. These professors captured seven of the top 100 slots among the top 100 law authors in all legal areas in terms of citations to their work. Professor Lucian Bebchuk was ranked second among all law school professors in all fields.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

It’s hard to create outsize value when you have to manage the finance function’s daily and often urgent demands. But some CFOs rise to the challenge.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

When we become too comfortable in our jobs and relationships, we can miss huge opportunities to grow and change. Harvard University professor Cass Sunstein explores this dynamic—and suggests ways to keep the sparkle in our lives.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

Last week, Delaware justices mulled whether one Chancery Court vice chancellor properly voided four company bylaws — just as another vice chancellor voided one more. Fights among Truth Social investors continued, and shareholders launched new cases involving Macy's, United Airlines, and Clayton Dubilier & Rice LLC and Stone Point Capital LLC.

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Mckinsey and Company

APRIL 15, 2024

Five actions can transform an organization’s talent system, establishing a culture of performance while boosting employee experience.

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Butcher Joseph & Co.

APRIL 15, 2024

ButcherJoseph Advises ITR Economics on Its Sale to Crowe. The post ButcherJoseph Advises ITR Economics on Its Sale to Crowe appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

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Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

The old adages that "cash is king" and "you can’t spend profits" still hold true today. But however well-known these sayings might be, it requires a change in mindset to properly implement a cash flow management system that predicts your business's runaway as accurately as possible. Key to this new mindset is understanding the difference between the Statement of Cash Flows, a historical look at the source and uses of cash, and the Cash Flow Statement, which uses transaction history and forward-l

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

4 years late to the party. Irreparable damage has been done to the profession and is forever changed by FNMA and large AMCs who have been bullying appraisers out of the profession.

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Benchmark Report

APRIL 15, 2024

The global government education market was valued at $558.49 billion in 2023 and is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.8% between 2024 and 2030.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

When anyone from these organizations mentions AI, one presumes this is simply the soft step to their already stated goals; certifying an avm product in replacement of full service human appraisers. As if real world examples of egregious shortcomings do not abound, let’s talk subjectively about philosophy instead. Another in a never ending line of government bureaucrats mentions ‘science’ and you all reset and get your hopes up.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

A Seventh Circuit panel said Monday that a Chicago federal judge improperly barred a class action objector from intervening in a suit involving controversial "mootness fees" the appellate court has long criticized, saying he failed to articulate a valid legal reason for doing so.

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Speaker: Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union

In this webinar, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and business strategist, will take you through the ABCs of intent data. You'll learn how to effectively use it to drive business results, with practical tips on how to leverage both company and contact intent data to maximize your marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just getting started, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

Though the Appraisal Institute has harmed appraisers in the past through misguided policies and priorities, Cindy’s ascension to leadership there represents a pivotal opportunity to transform the organization into a true advocate for residential appraisers. As the leader of an influential institution, she has the opportunity to drive positive change.

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Benzinga

APRIL 15, 2024

Macatawa Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: MCBC ) shares are trading higher after-hours after Wintrust Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: WFTC ) and Macatawa Bank announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement for Wintrust to acquire Macatawa in an all-stock transaction. The Details: Subject to the merger agreement, the aggregate purchase price to Macatawa shareholders is currently estimated to be approximately $510.3 million, or $14.85 per share.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

In reply to Xpert. While I’m willing to give her some time. I need to see her take on AMCs and the continued intrusion of the GSEs into the Valuation space. The GSE haave long overstepped its boundaries. Both the AMC/Lenders and GSEs need to be held accountable. It’s time to take the gloves on and put on brass knuckles.

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Benchmark Report

APRIL 15, 2024

Deluxe Plumbing and Heating has served the Bethlehem and Allentown area of PA since 1984. Since its inception, the Deluxe team’s core mission has been providing “worry-free” plumbing, electrical, and HVAC services to the family of customers, day or night.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

Too little, too late. As with everything. For years they’ve just rolled over on working appraisers. They aren’t the only ones. Everyone picks out pockets until there is no living to be made.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

Glanbia PLC said Monday it has agreed to buy the U.S.-based "complementary" flavor manufacturer Flavor Producers LLC for an initial $300 million, as the sports nutrition product maker looks to tap into a growing market for organic-sourced tastes.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

Not advocating for appraisers is my main issue with the Appraisal Institute. Appraisers pay the dues.I realize the government gives them grants and money for PAREA, USPAP… They should be able to positively advocate for appraisers and the industry while working with the government. I wrote a blog article about Cindy’s letter. It deals with the fact that the public and media are biased against appraisers.

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Benzinga

APRIL 15, 2024

Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ: CSCO ) is among the many beneficiaries of the artificial intelligence (AI) trend. The stock has underperformed the market over the last 12 months mainly due to weakness in Networking. However, the current estimates are “adequately low” and growth could accelerate from 2025 onwards, according to BofA Securities.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

In reply to Cam R. Correct. About 15 years late to the party. Until the Appraisal Institute starts condemning the AMC model and starts winning some battles for residential appraisers. This will be my last year with the organization.

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Benzinga

APRIL 15, 2024

Encore Wire Corporation (NASDAQ: WIRE ) inked a definitive deal to be acquired by Prysmian S.P.A. (OTC: PRYMF ) for $290.00 per share in cash. The transaction price represents a premium of around 20% to the 30-day volume weighted average share price (VWAP) as of Friday, April 12, 2024, and about 29% to the 90-day VWAP as of the same date. It represents a premium of over 11% to Friday’s closing price of $260.98.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

Well it is about DAMN time but as already noted here, damage has been done! They need to be shoving this narrative down the throats of Congress (better yet they need to REQUIRE a hearing with Congress) to discuss what she has stated in her newsletter. They need to spend BIG money spreading this word far and wide and WE must share this! I intend to share this far and wide because this is the only way we help to trash the bias narrative.

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Benchmark Report

APRIL 15, 2024

Benchmark International is delighted to announce the acquisition of London-based Fleming Mcgillivray (t/a FMConsult) by Belfast-based fscom.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

The Appraisal Institute's public acknowledgement of an obligation to counter "appraiser bias" narratives is an encouraging first step.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

Delaware-chartered solar energy venture Volt Energy Utility LLC has sued a former top officer in Chancery Court, alleging that while employed by Volt, she secretly launched a competing company, contacted Volt's lenders and customers and then sold the new business to a wholly owned subsidiary of Tokyo Gas Co. Ltd. for $216 million.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

The Appraisal Institute's public acknowledgement of an obligation to counter "appraiser bias" narratives is an encouraging first step.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

A Delaware federal judge doubled down Monday on his critique of arguments by Caterpillar Inc., which asked to toss antitrust and hub-and-spoke conspiracy claims from an importer that sought to disrupt the machinery industry before it went belly up.

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Appraisers Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

The Appraisal Institute's public acknowledgement of an obligation to counter "appraiser bias" narratives is an encouraging first step.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

Autonomy's former U.S. head of sales testified for the prosecution Monday in the criminal fraud trial of founder Michael Lynch, saying he boosted sales figures via "quid pro quo" handshake deals with customers, created pretextual emails to cover his tracks and even backdated a deal to meet revenue targets.

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Hallmark Brokers

APRIL 15, 2024

As we settle into the second quarter of 2024, you might be thinking, “Isn’t it a little late to make a big move like buying a business?” At Hallmark Business Brokers, serving Venice, FL and Sarasota County, we want to assure you – it’s absolutely not! In fact, here’s why buying an established business now. Read more The post Don’t Miss Out: Buying a Business in Sarasota County in 2024 is Your Key to Success appeared first on Hallmark Brokers.

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Law 360 M&A

APRIL 15, 2024

The Delaware Chancery Court’s recent refusal to make tech giant Oracle shoulder $5 million of plaintiff shareholders' attorney fees illustrates a trend of courts raising the standard for granting the mootness fee awards once ubiquitous in post-merger derivative disputes, say attorneys at Troutman Pepper.

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