Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, Inc., on Sunday, November 27, 2022 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Researcher for the ESG Center at The Conference Board. This post is based on her Conference Board memorandum, in partnership with ESG analytics firm ESGAUGE and compensation advisory firm Semler Brossy. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Perils and Questionable Promise of ESG-Based Compensation (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.

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IVSC

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

In October 2020 the IVSC issued its Agenda Consultation 2020 which highlighted Automatic Valuation Models (“AVMs”) as a key topic to be considered by the IVSC over the next few years. The Agenda Consultation stated that the “IVSC Technical Boards had originally begun to look at this topic due to market feedback on technological disruption caused by the increasing use of AVMs in many markets, particularly by banks and valuers for the valuation of residential properties for secured lending purpos

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Ever been told to quit while you’re ahead, or that winners never quit? Poker player-turned decision strategist Annie Duke explains why this advice is costing you time and money.

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Reynolds Holding

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

On December 2, 2022, Columbia Law School will hold its 2022 Conference on Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Governance. The event is co-sponsored by the school’s Ira M. Millstein Center for Global Markets and Corporate Ownership, the Columbia Law School Center on Corporate Governance, and the law firm of Paul Hastings LLP. The event brings together members of the federal and Delaware judiciaries, government regulators, academics, and prominent M&A and corporate governance practi

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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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Equidam

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

“Every number in your valuation has to have a story that’s attached to it. And every story you tell me about a company has to have a number attached.”. This quote, from Aswath Damodaran , Professor of Finance at the Stern School of Business at New York University, is one of the more fundamental truths about valuation. With any product that you might consider buying, ‘story’ is a crucial component of that decision.

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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Move comes months after Chelsea was sold to consortium led by American financier Todd Boehly for £2.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

QUESTION: Is our group health plan required to cover emergency contraceptives, including those that are available over-the-counter? ANSWER: Consistent with Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) guidelines, nonexempt health plans must cover without cost-sharing FDA-approved emergency contraception (levonorgestrel or ulipristal acetate), including over-the-counter (OTC) products, when the product is prescribed by an attending provider.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Digital design and product development can provide new ways to solve complex problems. Getting implementation right means thoughtfully translating big ideas into boots on the ground.

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Reynolds Holding

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

In a new paper, we compare the main models of corporate governance (Schoenmaker, Schramade and Winter, 2022). One is the stakeholder model, which recognizes that companies have responsibilities to society that are broader than just making a profit. A problem with that model, though is that it includes multiple goals, making it difficult to hold management accountable.

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Musings on Markets

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

As we get deeper into earnings season for the third quarter of 2022, the biggest negative surprises are coming from technology companies, with the tech giants leading the way. Investors, used to a decade of better-than-expected earnings and rising stock prices at these companies, have been blindsided by unexpected bad news in earnings reports, and have knocked down the market capitalization of these companies by hundreds of billions of dollars in the last few weeks.

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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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Financial Times M&A

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Country lacks a global or even regional lender that could accompany its industry in an internationalisation push

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

Posted by Matteo Tonello, The Conference Board, Inc., on Saturday, November 5, 2022 Editor's Note: Matteo Tonello is Managing Director of ESG Research at The Conference Board, Inc. This post relates to Shareholder Voting Trends Live Dashboard , an online dashboard published by The Conference Board in partnership with ESG data analytics firm ESGAUGE and in collaboration with Russell Reynolds Associates and Rutgers Center for Corporate Law and Governance.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Most accountants know that choosing the right accounting technology can boost the ability to serve clients, satisfy staff, and build deeper client relationships.?But how do you take full advantage of technology to streamline accounting processes? . The answer lies in implementing an end-to-end tax workflow automation solution backed by an integrated technology ecosystem.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Economic and political turbulence have prompted speculation that the world is already deglobalizing. But the evidence suggests that global integration is here to stay, albeit with nuance.

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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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Reynolds Holding

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Members of Congress and financial regulators from the Federal Reserve, U.S. Treasury, SEC, CFTC, and CFPB appear set on regulating the crypto trading system (traded coins and associated marketplaces, exchanges, brokerages, lending, staking, derivatives, intermediaries, and enablers) as part of the traditional financial services system. Policy discourse on this topic has centered around which – rather than whether – financial regulators should be in charge of crypto trading.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The layoffs hit across many divisions, including the engineering and machine learning units, the teams that manage content moderation, and the sales and advertising departments.

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Henry Horne

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

With the recent passing of the Inflation Reduction Act in August, the Solar Investment Tax Credit saw some changes. For 2021 the Solar Tax Credit allowed a dollar-for-dollar tax offset with no limit for 26% of the cost to install solar on your property. This has now been increased to 30% for 2022 through 2032, … Keep Reading. The post Increase to the solar investment tax credit appeared first on Henry+Horne.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Posted by Jeremy Barr, Valerie Ford Jacob, and Pamela Marcogliese, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, on Sunday, November 6, 2022 Editor's Note: Jeremy Barr is Counsel, Valerie Ford Jacob is Global Co-head of Capital Markets & Partner, and Pamela Marcogliese is a Partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP. This post is based on their Freshfields memorandum and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.

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Scott Mashuda

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

What happens when a business owner or founder receives an unsolicited offer from a potential buyer? Erroneously, many owners and founders think of a sale as a full equity deal and a complete exit from their company. However, there’s more to consider. A call out of the blue might mean that there’s a considerable amount of green for your organization to capitalize on!

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Our work with the Rework America Alliance highlights how a skills-based approach can help US employers expand talent pools and retain great workers—even through economic uncertainty.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

From BigLaw to boutiques, each law firm has its own way of integrating pro bono. Some make their pro bono commitment public. Others choose to fly under the radar, forgoing the public relations value pro bono can bring. But overall, the goal is the same: making an impact while developing a strong firm culture.

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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Camping World Holdings Inc (NYSE: CWH ) has inked an agreement to acquire RV Solutions Inc, a family-owned RV dealership group in San Diego, California. The financial terms were not disclosed. The deal includes two RV Dealership locations, RV Solutions and Airstream of San Diego. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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NYT M&A

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Penguin Random House’s agreement to buy Simon & Schuster is set to fall through. Simon & Schuster’s parent company decided not to extend it after a judge blocked the purchase.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Posted by Daniel Litowitz, and Lara Aryani, Shearman & Sterling LLP, on Monday, November 28, 2022 Editor's Note: Daniel Litowitz and Lara Aryani are Partners at Shearman & Sterling LLP. This post is based on a Shearman & Sterling piece by Mr. Litowitz, Ms. Aryani, George Casey , William Kim and Lucas Wherry and is part of the 20th Annual Corporate Governance Survey publication of Shearman & Sterling LLP.

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Scott Mashuda

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Investment Bank vs. Business Broker: Which Should You Choose? When it comes to growing your business , enhancing your capabilities or transferring ownership , as an investment bank, REAG empowers clients to exceed expectations and achieve their objectives. While investment banks and business brokers share similarities, there are more than a few differences between the two.

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Space is no longer the sole domain of governments and aerospace and defense companies. Businesses that pursue emerging opportunities now may gain a first-mover advantage.

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Law 360 M&A

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The pandemic and ensuing "great resignation" have resulted in a more transient legal work force, but law firms can use effective professional development programs to bridge a cultural gap with new associates and stem associate attrition, says Matthew Woods at Robins Kaplan.

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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Merck & Co Inc (NYSE: MRK ) has agreed to acquire Imago BioSciences Inc (NASDAQ: IMGO ) for $36.00 per share in cash for an approximate total equity value of $1.35 billion. "This acquisition of Imago augments our pipeline and strengthens our presence in the growing field of hematology," commented Merck's President & CEO, Robert Davis.

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Auto Dealer Valuation Insights

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In each “Meet the Team” segment, we highlight a different professional on our Auto Dealer Industry team. This week we highlight Harrison Holt, Financial Analyst. Harrison Holt began his valuation career at Mercer Capital as an intern in the summer of 2019. After finishing his degree at Rhodes College in 2020, Harrison joined Mercer Capital as a financial analyst in the Memphis office.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Posted by Orla Cox and Hetal Kanji, FTI Consulting , on Thursday, November 10, 2022 Editor's Note: Orla Cox and Hetal Kanji are Directors of Strategic Communications, and Simon Onyons is a Managing Director at FTI Consulting. This post is based on their FTI memorandum. Executive Summary. Digitalisation has changed the way companies operate and given rise to a rapidly evolving set of risks that companies face and must prepare for – cybersecurity risks.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

QUESTION: Does our company have to pay for employees’ health coverage while they are on FMLA leave? ANSWER: Your company does not have to pay your employees’ share of health coverage premiums while they are on FMLA leave. However, employers covered by the FMLA (generally, private-sector employers with 50 or more employees and public agencies and local educational agencies with any number of employees) must maintain coverage under any group health plan for the duration of an FMLA leave at the l

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Mckinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The adult edtech sector is evolving as quickly as it is growing. Significant changes are taking place in M&A opportunities, geographic hotspots, user demands, and the enterprise market.

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Rhythm Systems

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As some teams head back into the office, many are facing a unique challenge for the first time - running a meeting where some team members are in-person and others are remote. After Zooming from home for months, many are very eager to get back to the conference room, but for various reasons, not all team members may be able to physically be there. This could be the reality for teams for quite some time, so it's worth investing some time and energy into getting the hybrid. team meetings right.

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Benzinga

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Cantor Fitzgerald's Pablo Zuanic has crunched Q3 earnings numbers for two cannabis MSOs following Auxly Cannabis Group Inc. 's (TSX: XLY) (OTCQX: CBWTF ) and Columbia Care Inc. 's (OTCQX: CCHWF ) quarterly performance reports. Cresco Labs Inc (OTCMKTS: CRLBF). The analyst retained an "Overweight" rating on the company's stock while keeping his price target of $15.

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