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How to overcome 6 common business pain points [new ebook]

JPAbusiness

As a business owner, sometimes you can feel overwhelmed as you deal with competing priorities, including the day-to-day running of the business, external issues you can’t control, and particular business ‘pain points’ that arise. That’s the life of a business owner!

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Is this a tipping point for Japan’s start-ups?

Financial Times M&A

Founders are now shifting to a view that selling through M&A is not an admission of failure

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Gender and the Social Structure of Exclusion in U.S. Corporate Law

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Afra Afsharipour (UC Davis) and Matthew Jennejohn (Brigham Young University), on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Editor's Note: Afra Afsharipour is the Martin Luther King, Jr. Professor of Law and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at UC Davis School of Law, and Matthew Jennejohn is a Professor of Law at Brigham Young University. This post is based on their recent paper , forthcoming in the University of Chicago Law Review.

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25 Questions to Ask When Buying a Business

Viking Mergers

Every year, millions of Americans give up their jobs in Corporate America to pursue the dream of owning a business. Deciding to buy and grow an existing business is a huge step for most entrepreneurs, and it can be incredibly gratifying. However, buying a business can take time and effort to navigate, especially for first-time entrepreneurs new to the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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How to Leverage Intent Data for Better Outcomes

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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Cybersecurity for the IoT: How trust can unlock value

Mckinsey and Company

For today’s fragmented Internet of Things (IoT) to reach its potential as a fully interconnected ecosystem, the answer may lie in the convergence of cybersecurity and the IoT.

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Emanuel, McMahon Tout Knockout Deal And 'Next Evolution' Of WWE: 'This Is UFC 2.0'

Benzinga

Endeavor Group Holdings Inc (NYSE: EDR ) has a stronghold on the combat sports world after completing a knockout deal with World Wrestling Entertainment Inc (NYSE: WWE ). Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel and the longtime face of WWE Vince McMahon discussed their new tag-team partnership Monday morning on CNBC's "Squawk On The Street." "This is the biggest thing Ari Emanuel and Vince McMahon have ever done. people will be talking about this for a long time," McMahon said.

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IRS releases spending plan for $80 billion IRA funds

LaPorte

The IRS issued an ambitious strategic operating plan for spending $80 billion in additional funding provided by the Inflation Reduction Act. The post IRS releases spending plan for $80 billion IRA funds first appeared on LaPorte.

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Three ways energy providers can boost resilience and digital CX

Mckinsey and Company

Electric power and natural gas organizations are at an inflection point, facing a convergence of challenging global trends in market and customer dynamics. Here’s how they can boost resilience.

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ExxonMobil Explores Acquisition Of Pioneer Natural Amid Bid To Dominate Permian Basin

Benzinga

Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE: XOM ) is reportedly in early stage discussions with Pioneer Natural Resources Co. (NYSE: PXD ) about a potential acquisition, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday, citing people close to the matter. The talks, which have been informal thus far, could transform the U.S. oil and gas industry and strengthen Exxon's presence in West Texas shale.

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Corporate Democracy and the Intermediary Voting Dilemma

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Jill E. Fisch (University of Pennsylvania Carey School of Law) and Jeff Schwartz (University of Utah) , on Monday, April 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Jill E. Fisch is the Saul A. Fox Distinguished Professor of Business Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and Jeff Schwartz is the Hugh B. Brown Presidential Professor of Law at the University of Utah, S.J.

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Statement of Cash Flows vs. Cash Flow Statement

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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Choosing an Entity for Your Business? How About an S Corporation?

Machen McChesney

If you’re starting a business with some partners and wondering what type of entity to form, an S corporation may be the most suitable form of business for your new venture. Here are some of the reasons why.

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What is cybersecurity?

Mckinsey and Company

It’s what organizations do to protect their own and their customers’ data from malicious attacks.

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Colombier Acquisition Corp. Announces Filing of a Registration Statement on Form S-4 in Connection with its Combination with PublicSq.

Business Wire M&A

PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Colombier Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: CLBR) (“Colombier”), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company, today announced the submission via Edgar, the U.S.

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Pay Versus Performance Disclosure – Findings from the Early S&P 500 Filers

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Kelly Malafis, John Swift, and Matthew Schwarcz, Compensation Advisory Partners, on Monday, April 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Kelly Malafis is a Founding Partner and John Swift and Matthew Schwarcz are Analysts at Compensation Advisory Partners. This post is based on their CAP memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Pay without Performance: The Unfulfilled Promise of Executive Compensation , Executive Compensation as an Agency Problem , and Paying for

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Mastering Intent Data: Understanding its Importance & Best Practices

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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4 ways to transform your manufacturing operations

Avanade

Read this blog post to learn how digital twins can deliver immediate productivity gains.

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Six CEO priorities for 2023

Mckinsey and Company

Leaders around the world are confronting a welter of uncertainties. Here’s how to home in on what matters—and begin making the most of novel opportunities—amid ongoing change.

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Who Can and Should be Listed as an Intended User Under USPAP

ISA

4/4/2023 12:00:00 AM As an instructor, I often get questions about who can and should be listed as an “intended user” under the Uniform Standards for Appraisal Practice (USPAP). And, I am also often asked what “rights” intended users have under USPAP. The short answer: Generally, you want to list as few intended users as necessary to meet the client’s needs.

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The ERB Principles for Corporate Political Responsibility

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Thomas P. Lyon and Elizabeth Doty (University of Michigan), on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 Editor's Note: Thomas P. Lyon is Professor and Faculty Director of the University of Michigan’s Erb Institute for Global Sustainable Enterprise. Elizabeth Doty is the Director of the Institute’s Corporate Political Responsibility Taskforce. This post is based on the ERB Principles for Corporate Political Responsibility.

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Snell & Wilmer Chair On Passing The Torch, Loyalty To Firm

Law 360 M&A

Matthew P. Feeney will step down as firm chair of Snell & Wilmer LLP April 12. He spoke to Law360 Pulse on the reasons he's stayed at the Phoenix-based firm for nearly 40 years and counting.

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The business of sports and the quest for inclusion for women

Mckinsey and Company

For all the progress toward equality on the field, sports administration remains dominated by men. A fairer, more inclusive industry would benefit everyone.

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Aesop, the Cult-Favorite Skin Care Brand, Will Be Acquired by L’Oréal

NYT M&A

L’Oréal, the French cosmetics giant, said it would help Aesop, an Australian luxury brand with a cult following, expand in China.

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Jamie Dimon’s Chairman & CEO Letter to Shareholders

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Jamie Dimon, JP Morgan Chase & Co., on Thursday, April 6, 2023 Editor's Note: Jamie Dimon is Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co. This post is based on his discussion of the subjects of banking turmoil and regulatory goals in his recent Chairman & CEO Letter to Shareholders. Banking Turmoil and Regulatory Goals The recent failures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) in the United States and Credit Suisse in Europe, and the related stress in th

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3 Firms Advise Bankrupt Airline SAS On Equity-Raising Drive

Law 360 M&A

Scandinavian airline SAS said on Thursday that it is planning to raise equity as part of its U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, as the carrier struggles in the wake of a pilots' strike and lingering COVID-19 problems.

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Scaling analytics across financial services: Understanding the value of model life cycle transformations

Mckinsey and Company

To address the challenges of scaling up analytics business areas, financial institutions can accelerate value delivery with four efficiency levers.

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Rathbones agrees wealth deal with Investec to create £100bn business

Financial Times M&A

Merger comes as wealth managers seek to bulk up in the face of surging costs

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Weekly Roundup: March 31- April 6, 2023

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, April 7, 2023 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of March 31- April 6, 2023. Investment Stewardship Engagement Priorities Posted by Victoria Gaytan and Hilary Novik-Sandberg, BlackRock, Inc., on Friday, March 31, 2023 Tags: Board of Directors , Capital allocation , Climate , Incentives , Proxy voting , Strategic Plan Takeaways from Proposed Changes to the

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In K-Pop’s Quest for Global Growth, Korean Fans Feel Cast Aside

NYT M&A

A bidding war for a K-pop label — a deal with global ramifications for the genre — has left listeners in its home market questioning their relevance.

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Leading with authenticity: A conversation with Bill George

Mckinsey and Company

The Harvard Business School professor and former CEO of Medtronic explains how young leaders can find their ‘true north’.

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Wall Street suffers $1.5bn loss on Citrix buyout loans

Financial Times M&A

Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Credit Suisse unload remnants of deal struck in the easy money era

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The Directors’ Role Amid Debates over Corporate Purpose, Stakeholders and ESG

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Ross S. Clements and Lawrence A. Cunningham, Mayer Brown LLP, on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Editor's Note: Ross S. Clements is an Associate and Lawrence A. Cunningham is Special Counsel at Mayer Brown LLP. This post is based on their Mayer Brown memorandum, and the authors are part of the team of lawyers of Mayer Brown’s Across the Board blog.

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Endeavor, WWE Agree To Merge - To Form $21B+ Live Sports And Entertainment Powerhouse

Benzinga

On Monday, Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc (NYSE: EDR ) and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc (NYSE: WWE ) disclosed a deal to form a new, publicly listed company consisting of two iconic, complementary, global sports and entertainment brands: UFC and WWE. In March, WWE CEO Nick Khan expressed optimism regarding the company's potential sale, and for legalized betting on WWE matches, despite opposition.

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Perspectives on wireless and automated charging for electric vehicles

Mckinsey and Company

Three corporate leaders discuss how innovative charging technologies could create new opportunities for electric vehicles.

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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated A Transaction Between Cdm Group, LLC And Aubrant, LLC.

Benchmark Report

Benchmark International has successfully facilitated a transaction between New Jersey-based CDM Group, LLC (“CDM,” DBA EPIC Software Development) and Minnesota-based Aubrant, LLC.

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Paramount Global Settles CBS – Viacom Merger Lawsuit for $122.5 Million

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Subodh Mishra, Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc., on Friday, April 7, 2023 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at Institutional Shareholder Services. This post is based on an ISS memorandum by Jarett Sena, Esq., Director of Litigation Analysis, ISS Securities Class Action Services, and Jeff Lubitz, Managing Director, ISS Securities Class Action Services.

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