Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Posted by Tina Shah Paikeday, and Nisa Qosja, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Saturday, February 25, 2023 Editor's Note: Tina Shah Paikeday is the Global Head of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Practice, and Nisa Qosja is a Knowledge Consultant at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on their Russell Reynolds memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Politics and Gender in the Executive Suite (discussed on the Forum here ) by Alma Cohen, Mosh

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IVSC

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

IVSC and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation and collaboration on issues related to the valuation of intellectual property and other intangible assets. The MoU will facilitate the exchange of information and expertise between the two organisations, and will include collaboration in research and development activities, training and capacity building, and the promotion of best practices in the valuation of in

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The U.S. tax code can be dense and confusing, especially for businesses. There are many rules about which expenses you can write off and which don’t qualify. On top of that, only some expenses are fully deductible, while others are partially deductible. Although we cannot advise on your taxes, Viking Mergers & Acquisitions can connect you with a qualified tax professional.

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Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Artificial intelligence, when deployed at scale, can help telcos protect core revenues and drive margin growth. But capturing this opportunity will require a wholly different approach.

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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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Business Wire M&A

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PSQ Holdings, Inc. (“PublicSq.”), the nation’s largest values-aligned marketplace, and Colombier Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: CLBR) (“Colombier”), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, today announced that they have entered into a definitive business combination agreement. After the anticipated closing in the third quarter of 2023, the combined company will retain the PSQ Holdings, Inc.

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Brian DeChesare

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The buy-side vs. sell-side distinction/debate is interesting because it happens on the internet and in real life. With other topics – such as “ target schools ” or “ elite boutiques ” – few people use the terms in-person. In fact, it would be quite weird if you spoke one of these terms aloud in an interview. But everyone from headhunters to bankers to interviewers uses the terms “buy-side” and “sell-side,” and most people put themselves in one category or the other.

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IVSC

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

IVSC has taken a significant step towards furthering its mission of promoting and enhancing valuation standards globally with the appointment of four new experts to its Tangible Assets Board (TAB). Tangible assets, including real estate, plant and machinery, and other physical assets, are a crucial component of the global economy. Accurate and consistent valuation of these assets is of paramount importance as the world’s greatest store of net wealth, which is why the IVSC is dedicated to fosteri

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Mergers and acquisitions are generally most common in the technology, healthcare, financial services, and retail sectors. But some industries — including manufacturing and finance — saw more M&A action in 2022 than others. This shift resulted in a slight shuffling among the most sought-after business sectors in 2023. As the economy slowed, the end of 2022 saw reduced M&A activity across all industries compared to the final quarter of the previous six years.

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Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Simply put, productivity measures the amount of value created for each hour that is worked in a society.

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Financial Times M&A

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Decision is sign of spending slowdown by conglomerate in wake of short seller attack

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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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Global Finance

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

A Subway sale would be the biggest restaurant M&A deal since Inspire Brands bought Dunkin’ for $11.3 billion in 2020.

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Marketability 122

Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Posted by Jonathan Bailey, Savannah Irving, Neuberger Berman LLC, on Saturday, February 4, 2023 Editor's Note: Jonathan Bailey is a Managing Director and Head of ESG Investing, and Savannah Irving is an Associate at Neuberger Berman LLC. This post is based on their Neuberger Berman memorandum. In recent years a variety of market disrupting events have underscored the importance of active ownership and the analysis of material environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in fundamental cred

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IVSC

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

IVSC is delighted to announce the appointment of four new international experts to its Standards Review Board (SRB). The SRB is responsible for overseeing the work of all the IVSC’s technical boards and is widely regarded as a leading authority on the development and promulgation of International Valuation Standards (IVS), which are used in more than 100 countries.

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

There is still time to take advantage of these tax credits on your 2022 filing. It is tax season, and as small business owners, we know what that means – how can we save some cash without raising red flags with the IRS? Every year, the IRS collects over $4.9 trillion in taxes; in 2021, $419 million came from businesses. At 35%, America has the highest corporate tax rates in the world’s economies.

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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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Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Businesses risk billions if Black professionals continue to be underrepresented in tech jobs. Closing the gap means making changes to education, recruiting, and retention initiatives.

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Financial Times M&A

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Investment bank China Renaissance says it has been unable to contact its founder

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Global Finance

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

China's government is relaxing its crackdown on the tech sector while scooping up premium shares in certain players in the tech industry.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Posted by Ted Sikora, NACD, on Friday, February 10, 2023 Editor's Note: Ted Sikora is a Project Manager, Surveys and Business Analytics at NACD. This post is based on his NACD publication. If 2020 was the year of the COVID-19 pandemic and 2021 was the year of building toward recovery, 2022 offered little respite for directors overseeing companies amid a chaotic business environment.

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IVSC

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In April, the IVSC’s standards boards will publish details of proposed updates to the International Valuation Standards (IVS). The IVS are regularly updated to reflect changing market and practitioner needs, with the last update introduced in January 2022. The proposed changes will be set out in an Exposure Draft which will go out for consultation over a twelve-week period.

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Whether you’re buying or selling a business, it’s worth considering what’s happening in Richmond, VA, and across the Central and Southeastern Virginia regions. Many stellar colleges and universities in the area produce an incredible talent pool. The region also offers exceptional business development incentives for nearly every industry — some of the lowest rates for workers’ compensation and unemployment insurance and a low state corporate tax rate of 6%, which hasn’t changed since 1972.

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Business Valuation Technology 130

Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

McKinsey research identified more than 30 measures that smallholder farmers can pursue to adapt to and mitigate climate change.

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Reynolds Holding

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Sound policymaking has helped India modernize and achieve robust economic growth, positioning it to become an increasingly important player on the world stage. But recent developments – and scandals – show that the government must address some major issues if it wants to sustain India’s global rise. — Nouriel Roubini [1] As India chairs the G20 meeting in Bengaluru, the country emerges as one of the most economically powerful and politically important countries in the world.

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Global Finance

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

While the decline of regional banks in Japan can be traced as far back as the mid-1980s and 1990s, led mainly by a series of bankruptcies up until around 2003, the precipitous drop since the mid-1990s has been mainly due to mergers and acquisitions.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Posted by Paul Keary, Ursula Burns, and Sparky Zivin, Teneo, on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Paul Keary is CEO, Ursula Burns is Chair, and Sparky Zivin is a Senior Managing Director at Teneo. This post is based on their Teneo report. Foreword The role of today’s CEO is evolving, paralleling the shifting global financial, geopolitical and social landscapes in which they operate.

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IVSC

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Visit the conference website to find out more The post IVSC-WAVO Global Valuation Conference 2023 appeared first on International Valuation Standards Council.

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Viking Mergers

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

At Viking Mergers & Acquisitions, we help people all over the Southeast as they prepare to exit a business or acquire a new one. Whether you’re looking for a business or a buyer, the Charleston, South Carolina, area should be on your shortlist. Last year’s 2022 Top States for Doing Business report from Area Development ranked South Carolina #3 overall.

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Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Current macroeconomic conditions, consumer focus on sustainability, regulations, and changing business models could further drive farmers’ adoption of agtech products, if their concerns are addressed.

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Norman Marks

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Whatever your role within the organization, the ability to listen, really hear, and understand others is crucial. The concept of active listening takes the idea further. Skills you need has an excellent article on the topic. I like what it says: Active listening involves listening with all senses.

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Global Finance

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Audit companies face an audit by an government oversight agency and are found lacking.

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Harvard Corporate Governance

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

Posted by Lewis Davison, Fiona McNally and Charlotte North, BNY Mellon, on Saturday, February 18, 2023 Editor's Note: Lewis Davison is a Senior Product Manager, Fiona McNally and Charlotte North are Directors at BNY Mellon. This post is based on a BNY Mellon report. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.

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Equidam

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Note: We update our startup valuation parameters on a regular basis, in order to stay current with market data and ensure our platform is consistent with the fundraising environment and broad economic trends. Those of you paying attention on the platform will know we’re about to release the 5.6 update. Two specific parameters are always worth a closer look, to understand how the market is developing: Average and Maximum startup valuation for the Scorecard and Checklist methods, derived from our

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Appraisers Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Under-valuations that more accurately reflect the homes’ “true” value as opposed to the contract price will also alert the buyer, not just the lender, that he or she may be over-paying, which often triggers a renegotiation… when the seller and buyer settle on a new price after the appraisal, the new lower price reduces credit risk, costs to the borrower, and ultimately results in greater wealth for the buyer.

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Mckinsey and Company

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

In today’s interconnected business environment, companies won’t be able to solve problems effectively without encouraging “contributory dissent”—a healthy approach to gathering diverse perspectives that should be taught to team members, modeled by leaders, and supported by culture.

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Avanade

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

After many months of experimenting with generative AI like ChatGPT from OpenAI, Florin Rotar shares Avanade’s learnings and recommendations to help organizations act now.

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