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ESG Disclosure Trends in SEC Filings

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Maia Gez, Era Anagnosti, and Taylor Pullins, White & Case LLP, on Sunday, July 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Maia Gez , Era Anagnosti , and Taylor Pullins are partners at White & Case LLP. This post is based on a White & Case memorandum by Ms. Gez, Ms. Anagnosti, Mr. Pullins, Colin Diamond , Scott Levi , and Melinda Anderson. The regulatory landscape for ESG disclosure by U.S. public companies faces potentially dramatic changes, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”)

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How can CFOs rebrand themselves as innovation allies?

Mckinsey and Company

They can take five actions to improve objective-setting, performance measurement, and cultural factors associated with successful innovation projects.

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NC Lands #1 Spot in CNBC’s Top States for Business

Viking Mergers

Last week, CNBC announced that North Carolina has nabbed the #1 spot in America’s Top States for Business. We’ve always been in the hunt, placing a close 2nd last year and rarely finishing outside of the top 10 since the study’s inception in 2007, but this turned out to be North Carolina’s year to outshine the rest. CNBC’s feature article credits North Carolina’s bi-partisan politics as this year’s difference-maker.

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France to pay €9.7bn for nationalisation of EDF

Financial Times M&A

Government to offer €12 per share to investors to take full control of power group

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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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Genuine Commitment and Explicit Net Zero Targets

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Rusty O'Kelley, Rich Fields, and Laura Sanderson, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Sunday, July 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Rusty O’Kelley co-leads the Board and CEO Advisory Partners in the Americas, Rich Fields leads the Board Effectiveness practice, and Laura Sanderson co-leads the Board and CEO Advisory Partners in Europe at Russell Reynolds Associates.

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Demand for online education is growing. Are providers ready?

Mckinsey and Company

Growing competition in online education suggests providers may need to take bold action. Five strategic moves could help them compete and grow while meeting the needs of learners.

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An inspiring partnership: Avanade wins Microsoft Partner of the Year 2022

Avanade

Christina Neary shares how the Avanade, Accenture and Microsoft partnership has evolved and reflects on Microsoft Inspire 2022.

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A Board’s Guide to Oversight of ESG

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Katie LaVoy, Sidley Austin LLP, on Friday, July 22, 2022 Editor's Note: Katie LaVoy is Counsel at Sidley Austin LLP. This post is based on a Sidley memorandum by Ms. LaVoy and Ben Cross. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance by Lucian A. Bebchuk and Roberto Tallarita (discussed on the Forum here ); For Whom Corporate Leaders Bargain (discussed on the Forum here ) and Stakeholder Capitalism in the Time of

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Decarbonizing grocery

Mckinsey and Company

Here’s how the grocery sector can protect the planet and position itself for green growth.

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Gentle Ways to Persuade Clients to Heed Your Words

Accounting Web

Clients Gentle Ways to Persuade Clients to Heed Your Words.

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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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Economic Damages and the Depp-Heard Trial

BVR

Determining damages in any court case is a matter of information. Having the wrong information can result in a painful defeat. Having the right information can result in a stunning victory and even a substantial boost to your reputation. One only must look to recent events for an example of this.

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The Long and Winding Road to Financial Reporting Standards

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Robert Eccles (Oxford University), and Kazdi Soonawalla (Oxford University), on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 Editor's Note: Robert G. Eccles is Visiting Professor of Management Practice, and Kazdi Soonawalla is a Senior Research Fellow in Accounting at Oxford University Said Business School. This post is based on the first part of a three-part series on financial reporting by Professor Eccles and Professor Soonawalla.

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Author Talks: Lead like a girl

Mckinsey and Company

Dalia Feldheim says managers and executives, regardless of gender, can combat widespread burnout by embracing conventionally feminine leadership traits.

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Elon Musk and Twitter to Go to Trial Over Deal In October

NYT M&A

Twitter had sought to expedite the case by requesting a trial in September, which Mr. Musk had countered by asking for a trial in February.

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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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Judge grants Twitter fast-track trial to decide fate of $44bn Musk deal

Financial Times M&A

Social media platform wins early victory in fight to force billionaire to complete acquisition

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Twitter vs. Musk: Musk’s Opposition to Expedited Proceedings

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Anna Restuccia (Harvard Law School), on Monday, July 18, 2022 Editor's Note: This post provides the text of the response filed July 15, 2022, by Elon Musk to the Twitter complaint (discussed on the Forum here ). This post is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here. IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE.

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How can individuals use their influence for positive change?

Mckinsey and Company

Collaborative action across multiple sectors could help solve society’s most complex challenges.

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'I'm Rubber, They're Glue' Elon Musk Responds To Twitter Blaming Him For Missed Earnings

Benzinga

‘Whatever you say bounce off me and sticks to you,’ is the rest of that riposte, and what the Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA ) Chief Executive, Elon Musk , said in response to Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR ) blaming him (in part) for its missed earnings report on Friday. I'm rubber, they're glue. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 22, 2022.

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Benchmark International Successfully Facilitated the Transaction Between TruePoint Laser Scanning and Ground Penetrating Radar Systems

Benchmark Report

Benchmark International is pleased to announce the successful transaction between TruePoint Laser Scanning and Ground Penetrating Radar Systems (GPRS). TruePoint is an industry leader in 3D laser scanning and computer-aided design, working on projects concerning historical documentation, stadiums, theaters, power plants, construction, and architectural documentation.

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A Jam-Packed Spring 2022 Agenda for the SEC

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Cydney Posner, Cooley LLP, on Sunday, July 17, 2022 Editor's Note: Cydney S. Posner is special counsel at Cooley LLP. This post is based on her Cooley memorandum. The SEC has posted its Spring 2022 Reg-Flex agenda and it’s crammed with pending and new rulemakings—and they’re all going to be proposed or adopted in October! (Ok, admittedly, that’s an exaggeration, but not much of one.

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Bridging the advancement gap: What frontline employees want—and what employers think they want

Mckinsey and Company

Improving opportunities for low-wage hourly employees to advance their careers can raise US workforce skill levels and give a powerful boost to inclusion.

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WWE Chair Vince McMahon Retires Just Weeks After Stepping Down As CEO - Is A Sale Next?

Benzinga

Vince McMahon , the longtime head of Word Wrestling Entertainment (NYSE: WWE ), is retiring. The announcement comes just weeks after the Stamford, Connecticut-based company disclosed an investigation into his alleged sexual misconduct against former WWE employees. Here's McMahon's prepared statement ( per Variety ): “As I approach 77 years old, I feel it’s time for me to retire as Chairman and CEO of WWE.

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Federal Valuation Agency Impact on Appraisers & the Public

Appraisers Blog

To establish an independent agency to be known as the Federal Valuation Agency that would oversee the appraisal industry in the name of “equity.” VaCAP has been informed of a Discussion Draft of a Bill introduced into the US House of Representatives that will directly impact every appraiser, appraiser trainee, appraisal firm, and appraisal management company.

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The Rapidly Changing World of Human Rights Regulation: A Resource for Investors

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Subodh Mishra, Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc., on Monday, July 18, 2022 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc. This post is based on a publication by Clare Bartram, ESG Specialist, Modern Slavery; Marie-Anaïs Meudic-Role, Associate, Norm-Based Research; Abigail Kyla Antonio, Analyst, Norm-Based Research; and Thiago Toste, Senior Associate, ESG Methodology Lead, Norm-Based Research at ISS ESG, the responsible i

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Debugging the software talent gap in aerospace and defense

Mckinsey and Company

As aerospace and defense players accelerate their mission to transition from hardware to software, we see four talent imperatives.

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Vertical Integration: Cannabis Experts Discuss Its Various Pros And Cons

Benzinga

Vertical integration in the cannabis industry is one of the most debated topics of the day across the sector. As part of America's piecemeal approach to state-level legalization, states can choose their regulations. In most cases, vertical integration is allowed, with some states requiring separate licenses to integrate vertically. Not so cut-and-dried to most, the business model offers numerous benefits and drawbacks.

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Twitter’s Earnings Falter as It Fights with Elon Musk

NYT M&A

The social media company swung to a loss in the second quarter and cited “uncertainty” over its pending takeover by the billionaire Tesla chief executive as a factor.

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Racial and Ethnic Diversity on U.S. Corporate Boards—Progress Since 2020

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Subodh Mishra, Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc., on Thursday, July 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Managing Director at Institutional Shareholder Services, Inc. This post is based on an ISS memorandum by Fassil Michael, Head of Thought Leadership for ISS Governance. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Politics and Gender in the Executive Suite (discussed on the Forum here ) by Alma Cohen, Moshe Hazan, and David Weiss ; Will Nasdaq’

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Five levers to optimize energy spent and risks for industrials

Mckinsey and Company

Optimizing energy procurement and risk management in a volatile energy market is key to staying resilient.

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This Analyst Says GSK Spin-Off Haleon Offers "Best Of Both Consumer Worlds"

Benzinga

Citi group has initiated coverage on GSK plc's (NYSE: GSK ) consumer healthcare spin-off Haleon Plc (NYSE: HLN ) with a Buy rating and a price target of 360p. "We see the company as the best vehicle to play the secular attractions of Consumer Health, facilitated by Haleon's scale and its exposure to staples segments where it can more easily.

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Freshfields-led Ericsson Completes $6.2B Vonage Purchase

Law 360 M&A

Swedish information technology giant Ericsson has completed its $6.2 billion acquisition of U.S. internet phone service provider Vonage Holdings Corp., with Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer advising on the deal.

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SEC Proposed Reforms of SPACs: A Comment from Andrew Tuch

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Andrew F. Tuch (Washington University in St. Louis) , on Thursday, July 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Andrew F. Tuch is Professor of Law at Washington University in St. Louis. This post is based on his comment letter submitted to the SEC. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes SPAC Law and Myths (discussed on the Forum here ) by John C.

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Advancing real-world evidence for pharmaceutical companies in Japan

Mckinsey and Company

Pharma companies in Japan have an opportunity to obtain value from real-world evidence using advanced analytics and to better ensure patient outcomes.

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The Dark Side Of SPACs

Global Finance

At least 25 companies that merged with SPACs issued warnings indicating doubt about their potential viability and more than 35 corporations associated with SPACs are trading below Nasdaq’s $1 listing threshold.

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