Appraisers Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2024
This is very Good stuff and one that is good for freedom of speech. It is nice to know that there is a platform where appraisers can vent or even rant on issues other than the appraising of real property. This certainly can help to broaden the horizon of appraisers.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Posted by Jeffrey Sonnenfeld (Yale University) and Steven Tian (Yale University), on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Jeffrey Sonnenfeld is the Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies and Lester Crown Professor in the Practice of Management, and Steven Tian is the Research Director of the Yale Chief Executive Leadership Institute , both at the Yale School of Management.
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Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Telcos that use responsible AI frameworks can unlock new revenue streams and spur long-awaited growth.
NYT M&A
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Will Lewis has said he has a mandate from the paper’s owner, Jeff Bezos, to grow the business, including through acquisitions.
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.
Global Finance
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Offerings are bouncing back, as the upcoming US election creates opportunities and risk. The US IPO market is seeing renewed momentum as the 2024 presidential election approaches, with investors and analysts eyeing potential opportunities ahead. Last week marked the busiest period for IPOs since February, with four out of five companies successfully pricing their offerings and raising a combined $1.1 billion.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Posted by Ray Garcia, Paul DeNicola, and Catie Hall, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Sunday, October 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Paul DeNicola is a Principal, and Catie Hall is a Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Introduction Historically, a looming presidential election has had notable impacts for corporate boards and their agendas, necessitating scenario planning for potential regulatory shifts.
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Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Buying the travel website would be the ride-hailing group’s biggest deal as it looks to diversify
Brian DeChesare
OCTOBER 16, 2024
“Why investment banking?” is not only one of the most common questions in interviews but also one of the most incorrectly answered ones. An older version of this article from ~15 years ago addressed this question, and you can find dozens of other articles that suggest answers. But most coverage suggests generic answers about wanting to learn a lot, liking financial analysis or valuation, or wanting to “understand different industries.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS-Corporate memorandum by Kosmas Papadopoulos, Head of Sustainability Advisory-Americas; Mikiko Ollison, Vice President for Sustainability Advisory; and Rudy Kwack, Senior Associate for Sustainability Advisory at ISS-Corporate.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Farmers are increasingly prioritizing productivity. A shift toward operations-focused solutions underscores a broader trend in agriculture, where efficiency and sustainability are becoming paramount.
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
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Alexei Sagal is among a new group of businessmen benefiting from western companies’ exodus
Global Finance
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The need for partnership can be seen through both a global and regional context. No bank or financial institution has a fully comprehensive global suite of services and a local or regional partner can support areas of non-core strength. No matter the geopolitical noise, the world remains highly connected and customers expect to be served seamlessly across markets.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Posted by Margot McShane and Hetty Pye, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Friday, October 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Margot McShane and Hetty Pye are Co-Leaders of the firm’s Board & CEO Advisory Partners at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on a Russell Reynolds memorandum by Ms. McShane, Ms. Pye, Tom Handcock, and Leah Christenson. In March of 2024, S&P Global published an alarming report : for the first time in two decades, C-suite women lost seats in the S&P Total Mark
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 16, 2024
With pandemic-related volatility subsiding, the strategies separating industry leaders from their peers are coming into focus.
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.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 17, 2024
German companies have become relatively small and relatively cheap
Global Finance
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A modern financial institution (FI) faces a challenging environment but a beguiling opportunity in Asia. Asia is the engine room of world economic momentum: it will account for 60% of global growth in 2024, according to the IMF, and has 60% of the world’s population. But it is also challenging to navigate. In addition to cultural and economic diversity, Asia also places great demands for leading-edge digital technology on FIs, with an increasing insistence on instant, low-friction services and r
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Posted by Naureen Kabir, Teneo, on Monday, October 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Naureen Kabir is a Managing Director at Teneo. This post is based on her Teneo memorandum. Election-related disinformation campaigns have become a staple of modern election cycles, both in the U.S. and globally. Whether driven by foreign influence operations or domestic political or extremist groups, disinformation efforts are now an election mainstay.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 14, 2024
When it comes to supply chain resilience, have companies taken their eyes off the ball?
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Deal could be among year’s largest private equity buyouts as contact lens maker looks to split from indebted parent
Machen McChesney
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Any recordkeeping system that suits you and your company and clearly shows your income and expenses is OK with the IRS. It's the business you're in that affects the type of records you need to keep for federal tax purposes.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Posted by Ray Garcia, Matt DiGuiseppe, and Paul DeNicola, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Matt DiGuiseppe is Managing Director, and Paul DeNicola is a Principal at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Stewardship survey at a glance: Investors believe the stewardship work they do can impact investment performance 72% of investors expect their stewardship activities to have an impact on investment
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Industry players are standing up “win rooms” to mobilize frontline sales and subsequently modernize their operating models to capture the full benefits of generative AI.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Once-niche market sees surge in activity with investors looking for an exit from ageing assets as deal activity slumps
Machen McChesney
OCTOBER 17, 2024
There are many tax uncertainties to consider as we face the end of 2024. Chief among them is whether proposals from the presidential candidates will affect our taxes; new legislation may be enacted this year, or changes may occur that will be retroactive.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 12, 2024
Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Saturday, October 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Senior Researcher at The Conference Board. This post is based on The Conference Board, Russell Reynolds Associates, and Rutgers Law School memorandum by Ms. Spierings and Matteo Tonello. The 2024 proxy season was marked by increased partisanship and political uncertainty, making shareholder proposals even more contentious compared to the past.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The US employer health benefits market has the opportunity to attract some 12 million members by offering innovative products that promise at least 10 percent savings and enhanced member experiences.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 14, 2024
South African businessman Gary Lubner in talks on taking minority stake in online start-up
Global Finance
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Natural disasters are dramatically impacting Latin American economies. But the region could become a global leader in boosting green solutions. The year 2023 cost Latin American economies an estimated $20 billion in destruction from natural calamities: the highest total since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico in 2017. Numbers-wise, the regional impact and cost are in line with such events elsewhere on the planet.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Posted by Chuck Callan and Mike Donowitz, Broadridge, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Chuck Callan is a Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Mike Donowitz is a Vice President Regulatory Affairs at Broadridge Financial Solutions. This post is based on their Broadridge memorandum. Highlights from the 2024 proxy season Across both retail and institutional segments of shareholders, there was an increase in voting support for corporate directors and Say-on-Pay, along with a con
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Today’s significant operational transformations are harnessing the power of AI. McKinsey’s senior partner Azam Mohammad shares what high-performing companies are doing to capture the full impact.
Financial Times M&A
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Mike Henry and miner’s M&A executive met with government officials as standstill period expires next month
N Contracts
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Many financial institutions (FIs) view risk assessments as one-time or annual occurrences. They gather the documentation necessary, assess risks and controls, and assume that's it.
Harvard Corporate Governance
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Posted by Mingying Cheng (Rowan University), on Thursday, October 17, 2024 Editor's Note: Mingying Cheng is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Rowan University. This post is based on a recent paper by Professor Cheng, Professor Iftekhar Hasan , Professor Kose John , and Professor Stefano Manfredonia. Summary This paper investigates the impact of California’s gender quota law on corporate strategy and the representation of women in managerial positions.
Mckinsey and Company
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Private investment in insurance is rising as deal volumes and value for the global private equity industry contract. For the bet to pay off, we suggest three ways of generating operational value.
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