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Activist Investor Board Recruiting De-Mystified

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Patricia Lenkov, Agility Executive Search, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Editor's Note: Patricia Lenkov is Founder and President at Agility Executive Search. This post is based on her Agility Executive Search memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Long-Term Effects of Hedge Fund Activism (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.

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Future of Valuations: The Impact of ESG – An Open Conversation

IVSC

In an era where sustainable practices are not just ethical imperatives but crucial valuation determinants, “ Future of Valuations: The Impact Of ESG ” offers an insightful exploration of the impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors on asset valuation. This comprehensive report is derived from the insights of a seminal roundtable discussion by expert professionals to reflect on the ever-growing significance of ESG factors in the valuation landscape, emphasising th

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The School Bell Rings: Time for Class!

Musings on Markets

Continuing an annual ritual of long standing, ahead of starting my spring teaching at NYU starting in a couple of weeks, I would like to invite you, if you are interested, to come along for the ride. I know! I know! Most of you are not enrolled at NYU, paying nosebleed prices, and that is prerequisite to be in the classroom, but thanks to technology and a loose reading of the rules that constrain me, you can get a close approximation of the classroom experience, wherever you are in the world, wi

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Generative AI in the pharmaceutical industry: Moving from hype to reality

Mckinsey and Company

The technology could offer pharma companies a once-in-a-century opportunity—but only if they learn to scale it and address the industry’s unique challenges.

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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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Post-Doctoral and Doctoral Corporate Governance Fellowships

Harvard Corporate Governance

Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA The Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard Law School (HLS) is seeking applications from highly qualified candidates who are interested in working with the Program as Post-Doctoral or Doctoral Corporate Governance Fellows. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, and the start date is flexible.

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How to Raise a Series A Round

Lighter Capital

There comes a time in a startup's journey to success when entrepreneurs need to raise their first round of growth capital. When you first had that great idea, you may have raised money from friends and family or seed capital from angel investors to get your startup off the ground. What's next? Well, of course, it depends. Let’s make some assumptions on where you might be at this point, and then think about when and how you might want to raise a series A round to really grow your business.

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The power of private-label brands in distribution

Mckinsey and Company

Savvy distributors know the power of private-label brands to retain customers and accelerate profitable growth. Distributors that successfully increase their private-label penetration have a distinct advantage in overall gross margin.

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Is There a Difference Between How US and European Investors Approach Stewardship?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by George Cowlrick, AQTION, on Sunday, January 7, 2024 Editor's Note: George Cowlrick is a Product Manager at AQTION. This post is based on an AQTION study by Mr. Cowlrick, Ali Saribas, and Andrew Brady. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Big Three Power, and Why it Matters (discussed on the Forum here ), Index Funds and the Future of Corporate Governance: Theory, Evidence and Policy (discussed on the Forum here ), and The Specter of the Giant Three (disc

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Sale of UK assets to world’s largest money manager means huge payday for bankers

The Guardian M&A

Global Infrastructure Partners, whose portfolio includes Gatwick, sold to BlackRock in $12.5bn deal From the humble luggage tray to filters that mask smells at sewage plants, the sale of some of Britain’s most pedestrian assets to the world’s largest money manager is to bring a multimillion-dollar payday to a small clutch of little-known bankers. Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), which boasts a $100bn (£79bn) collection of companies including Gatwick airport and the Suez wastewater group, ha

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Ncontracts Endorsed by Viriginia Bankers Association

N Contracts

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., January 9, 2024 – Ncontracts , the leading provider of integrated compliance, vendor, and risk management solutions to the financial industry, has been officially endorsed by the Viriginia Bankers Association (VBA) for its risk management software , including Nrisk, Nvendor, Ncontinuity, Nfindings and Ncomply, and its new online certification program, Nstitute.

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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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Exploring consumer sentiment on electric-vehicle charging

Mckinsey and Company

A McKinsey survey reveals how consumer attitudes about charging could influence the electric-vehicle market—and open new opportunities.

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A Decade of Corporate Governance in Brazil: 2010-2019

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Bernard Black (Northwestern University School of Law), and Antonio Gledson de Carvalho (Fundacao Getulio Vargas School of Business at Sao Paulo), on Monday, January 8, 2024 Editor's Note: Bernard Black is the Nicholas D. Chabraja Professor of Finance at Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, and Antonio Gledson de Carvalho is Assistant Professor at Fundação Getúlio Vargas School of Business at Sao Paulo.

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Paramount, Skydance Reportedly In Merger Discussions

Benzinga

As media companies scramble to reduce costs and increase profitability, a new potential suitor has emerged with interest in buying Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA )(NASDAQ: PARAA ) parent-company National Amusements. What Happened: According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Skydance Media CEO David Ellison and other Skydance investors are discussing an all-cash bid for a majority stake in Paramount’s parent company, National Amusements.

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How AI transformed the tax and accounting profession in 2023

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: Automation of routine tasks Enhanced data analysis Improved compliance and risk management Streamlined processes Enhanced client services Embrace the transformative power of AI in the tax and accounting profession In 2023, AI has become an integral part of tax and accounting professionals’ processes by streamlining operations, enhancing accuracy, and enabling professionals to focus on higher-value tasks.

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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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Rewired and running ahead: Digital and AI leaders are leaving the rest behind

Mckinsey and Company

Companies with strong digital and AI capabilities have figured out how to generate compounding value, according to new McKinsey research.

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A European Corporate Governance Model: Integrating Corporate Purpose Into Practice for a Better Society

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Daniel Hurstel, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, on Thursday, January 11, 2024 Editor's Note: Daniel Hurstel is Senior Counsel in the Corporate & Financial Services Department at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. This post is based on a recent paper by Mr. Hurstel and other European scholars and practitioners, who are listed at the beginning of the post.

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Ex-Troutman Pepper Bankruptcy Head Joining ArentFox Schiff

Law 360 M&A

The former managing partner of Troutman Pepper's Boston office and national co-chair of its bankruptcy practice is jumping over to ArentFox Schiff LLP, the firm announced Monday.

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The Impact of Tax Reform on Merger and Acquisition (M&A) Transactions

Redpath

Buyers and sellers have always taken taxes and tax law into account when evaluating a potential transaction. Sellers want to make sure that the proceeds they receive, net of their tax liability, are appropriate for what they think the company is worth. Similarly, buyers want to make sure the economic return they make, after paying taxes, will justify their purchase price.

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The role of US open banking in catalyzing the adoption of A2A payments

Mckinsey and Company

As US regulators consider a decision on open banking, account-to-account (A2A) payments face challenges in a card-dominated market but also have some promising use cases.

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Impact of Non-GAAP Earnings and Adjustments on Incentive Plan Payouts

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Mike Kesner and Steve Pakela, Pay Governance, on Thursday, January 11, 2024 Editor's Note: Mike Kesner is a Partner and Steve Pakela is a Managing Partner at Pay Governance. This post is based on their Pay Governance memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Executive Compensation as an Agency Problem , Pay without Performance: The Unfulfilled Promise of Executive Compensation , and Paying for long-term performance (discussed on the Forum here ) al

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Expanded Scrutiny Of Defense Deals Raises Scope Concerns

Law 360 M&A

An inconspicuous portion of the 2024 legislation establishing U.S. Department of Defense priorities grants the agency greater ability to scrutinize mergers and acquisitions, but knowing which deals will merit close inspection is a guessing game without regulatory guidance.

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Budgeting Best Practices for Nonprofits

Gross Mendelsohn

Creating and managing your nonprofit’s budget probably isn’t a favorite annual task. Though budgeting may feel tedious or even overwhelming, having a clearly established budget plays a key role in your nonprofit’s ability to successfully execute its mission. A budget provides your organization with a financial roadmap to ensure resources are being allocated effectively, cash flow management, credibility with key stakeholders and much more.

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The micromobility city: Measuring the impact of greater bicycle use

Mckinsey and Company

More green space, cleaner air, and less congested roads. Could a major mobility shift from private cars to traditional and electric bicycles help European cities turn these aspirations into a reality?

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Spillover Effects of Mandatory Portfolio Disclosures on Corporate Investment

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Jalal Sani (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Nemit Shroff (MIT), Hal White (University of Notre Dame), on Friday, January 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA Jalal Sani is Assistant Professor of Accountancy at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Nemit Shroff is the School of Management Distinguished Professor of Accounting at the MIT Sloan School of Management; and Hal White is the Vincent and Rose Lizzadro Professor of Accountancy at

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Covington Nabs 2 Bankruptcy Vets From Mintz

Law 360 M&A

Covington & Burling LLP announced Monday the addition of two longtime Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky and Popeo PC attorneys to its restructuring and bankruptcy practice as partners in its Los Angeles office, both of whom bring their yearslong expertise in litigating matters relating to creditor rights, asset recovery and judgment enforcement.

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Tax Strategies to Consider Before Moving Abroad

Gross Mendelsohn

Moving abroad is an exciting venture, but it comes with important financial considerations, especially when it comes to taxes. Careful tax planning can help you navigate the complexities and optimize your financial situation before making an international move. Here are some factors to consider before taking that leap.

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Redefining the future of life insurance and annuities distribution

Mckinsey and Company

Fundamental shifts in the insurance industry are accelerating changes in the distribution landscape. How can insurers position themselves for the next wave of growth?

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Create the retail experience your customers want

Avanade

Channel-less is the future standard in customer experience, they expect personalized content that meets them through the many channels they’re on.

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NY Marketing Co. Wants To Mediate Acquisition Dispute

Law 360 M&A

A Manhattan-based marketing firm has urged a New York bankruptcy judge to override an objection to a request to mediate disputes stemming from its purchase of a competing company, arguing the request is within the court's jurisdiction and needs to be resolved quickly for the firm's Chapter 11 case to succeed.

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The future of Global Minimum Tax: What to expect in 2024

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: Harnessing technology will be central to managing 2024 GMT requirements efficiently Data will be at the crux of everything for GMT in 2024 Securing tech and skills investment will require a powerful business case Global minimum tax in 2024 and beyond In 2024, the new Global Minimum Tax (GMT) regime comes into force under the OECD’s base erosion and profit-shifting (BEPS) reforms.

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2024 and beyond: Will it be economic stagnation or the advent of productivity-driven abundance?

Mckinsey and Company

Hoping for a soft landing in 2024 won’t help us eliminate current risks or raise business performance and living standards longer term. But we can do both of those things if companies pursue the three-sided productivity opportunity.

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IOI vs LOI in an M&A Transaction

Redpath

While an initial flurry of buyer interest can create an illusion of a quick finish, translating that enthusiasm into firm commitments is a crucial, yet intricate, stage in an M&A transaction. However, these phases require astute decision-making, careful interpretation of proposals, and navigating the ever-present tension of a competitive landscape.

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7 E-Discovery Predictions For 2024 And Beyond

Law 360 M&A

The legal and technical issues of e-discovery now affect virtually every lawsuit, and in the year to come, practitioners can expect practices and policies to evolve in a number of ways, from the expanded use of relevancy redactions to mandated information security provisions in protective orders, say attorneys at Littler.

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RESOLUTIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR: SIMPLE STEPS TO MAKE YOUR BUSINESS MORE MARKETABLE

A Neumann & Associates

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” – Martin Luther King With 2024 upon us, let’s think about some practical and easy first steps to take that will make your business more efficient, more profitable, and more attractive to buyers when the time comes to sell. Many times, a small business runs on inertia and “the way things have always been done” approach.