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.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Posted by Lindsey Stewart, Morningstar, Inc, on Monday, February 27, 2023 Editor's Note: Lindsey Stewart is Director of Investment Stewardship Research at Morningstar, Inc. This post is based on his Morningstar memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Agency Problems of Institutional Investors (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian Bebchuk, Alma Cohen, and Scott Hirst; Index Funds and the Future of Corporate Governance: Theory, Evidence, and Policy
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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
Benzinga
MARCH 3, 2023
PlayStation owner Sony Group Corp (NYSE: SONY ) has been vocal in its attempt to block rival Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT ), manufacturer of the Xbox, from buying video game publisher Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI ) for roughly $69 billion. And while it would appear that Sony would get its way — with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) suing Microsoft over the deal , citing antitrust issues — the company may soon find itself under regulatory scrutiny as well.
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.
Viking Mergers
MARCH 1, 2023
Everyone has heard the saying, “the best defense is a good offense.” It’s a mantra that can be applied to a variety of life experiences and has served many people well when using preemptive action to ensure long-term success. While selling a business probably isn’t the first scenario that comes to mind when you hear the phrase, it is definitely an appropriate mindset to have.
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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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.
Norman Marks
MARCH 1, 2023
I am pleased to announce that my latest book is now available on Amazon (see below). The intent is to help business leaders and information security practitioners discuss cyber risk in business rather than technical language, enabling executives and the board to make informed and intelligent business decisions.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Innovation ecosystems can generate economic, financial, and social benefits for all, and there’s new federal funding to build them. A six-step playbook could help leaders get them right.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 1, 2023
Posted by Jed Rubenfeld, Strive Asset Management, on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Jed Rubenfeld is Robert R. Slaughter Professor of Law at Yale Law School and an advisor to Strive Asset Management. This post is based on his Strive memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
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
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.
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.
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Pharmaceutical companies are using recent advances in digital technologies to improve care strategies and provide hope for rare disease patients across thousands of different rare diseases.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 2, 2023
Posted by Gad Weiss (Columbia Law School), on Thursday, March 2, 2023 Editor's Note: Gad Weiss is a J.S.D. Candidate at Columbia Law School. This post is based on his recent paper. Technological innovation is a powerful driving force for human advancement and welfare. Modern societies celebrate the numerous ways that innovative feats have contributed to the quality of life, from curing diseases to tackling global environmental challenges.
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.
Internal Audit 360
MARCH 2, 2023
GUEST BLOG POST A ssessing the level of any business risk is not nearly as simple as most appear to make it. Just look at any risk register or heat map (or “risk profile” in COSO language, which is the same thing) and you will see a single point for each source of risk’s potential effect and likelihood. That is simply wrong, as there is almost always a range of potential effects from an event (such as a decision), and each point in that range has its own likelihood.
Business Wire M&A
MARCH 1, 2023
TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #CNB--Cherokee Federal strengthens its cybersecurity and IT federal contracting service offerings through the strategic acquisition of Criterion Systems.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 1, 2023
Southeast Asia is a top producer of base metals, including nickel and copper, but its downstream-processing industry is lagging behind. Investing in digital and analytics could enhance productivity.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 3, 2023
Posted by Brian Breheny, Raquel Fox and Joseph Yaffe, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Friday, March 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Brian Breheny , Raquel Fox and Joseph Yaffe are Partners at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on their Skadden memorandum. Assess the Impact of SEC Staff Comments The staff of the Disclosure Review Program (DRP) in the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance has remained quite active.
Avanade
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Jillian Moore shares Avanade’s approach in challenging times to rapidly cut through complexity and show business value from digital in as little as four weeks.
Business Wire M&A
MARCH 3, 2023
MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lomiko Metals Inc. (TSX.V: LMR) (“Lomiko Metals” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement (the “Acquisition Agreement”) with SOQUEM and a private owner to acquire 100% of 17 mineral claims forming the Carmin project (the “Property”), subject to customary closing conditions expected to be completed within the next 3 to 4 weeks (the “Closing Date”).
Mckinsey and Company
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
India’s chemicals industry has been a global outperformer in demand growth and shareholder wealth creation for a decade. Its strong starting point could make it the next chemicals manufacturing hub.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MARCH 2, 2023
Posted by Krista Parsons, Maureen Bujno and Kimia Clemente, Deloitte & Touche LLP, on Thursday, March 2, 2023 Editor's Note: Krista Parsons is a Managing Director and Audit Committee Programs Leader, Maureen Bujno is a Managing Director, and Kimia Clemente is a Senior Manager at the Center for Board Effectiveness at Deloitte & Touche LLP. This post is based on a Deloitte memorandum by Ms.
Biz Equity
MARCH 2, 2023
During 2022, the United States weathered many storms, ranging from inflation, rising interest rates, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical turmoil. Throughout the first half of the year, business transaction activity remained strong but showed declines as the year continued. In the second half of the year, transaction activity slowed, reflecting lukewarm market sentiment as interest rates and inflation climbed casting doubt on future profits.
Business Wire M&A
MARCH 2, 2023
SAN JOSE, Calif. & SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sakuu Corporation (“Sakuu”), a transformative additive manufacturing and solid-state battery company, and inventor of the disruptive Kavian™ platform for the commercial-scale production of next-generation SwiftPrint™ batteries and other complex active devices, and Plum Acquisition Corp.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 1, 2023
New data regulations from the European Union require organizational attention, and three key steps can help navigate the data privacy landscape.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Posted by Keir Gumbs, Broadridge, on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 Editor's Note: Keir Gumbs is a Chief Legal Officer at Broadridge. This post is based on his Broadridge piece. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Universal Proxies (discussed on the Forum here ) by Scott Hirst. The Universal Proxy: Background Last year, the Securities and Exchange Commission’s universal proxy rule took effect.
Benzinga
MARCH 3, 2023
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya was one of the most followed people in the financial world from 2019 to 2022 thanks to his role in the growth of SPACs as investment vehicles to take companies public. Palihapitiya recently reflected on SPACs, the valuation of private companies and other topics during an investor event. Chamath on SPACs: When SPACs were one of the most talked about financial vehicles, Palihapitiya was a de facto leader of the movement, even earning the nickname “SPAC
Auto Dealer Valuation Insights
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
A recent Wall Street Journal article highlighted the trend of newly-public companies reverting back to private ownership after a very short time in public hands. Among the boomerang IPOs mentioned in the article was that of backyard grill maker Weber. With the advent of grilling season, we were curious about Weber’s experience in the public markets and any lessons that family business directors.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 1, 2023
“I’m increasingly talking about the need to build a planetary restoration industry,” says a prominent investor in sustainability. “This, to me, is one of the great industries that we need to be building together over the next decades, and indeed beyond—the next centuries.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Posted by Jason Halper, Jared Stanisci, and Sara Bussiere, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP, on Sunday, February 26, 2023 Editor's Note: Jason M. Halper and Jared Stanisci are Partners and Sara Bussiere is an Associate at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP. This post is based on a Cadwalader memorandum by Mr. Halper, Mr. Stanisci, Ms. Bussiere, Elizabeth Gorman and Dillon Carlin , and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.
Benzinga
MARCH 1, 2023
Apollo Global Management, Inc (NYSE: APO ) discussed snapping aerospace parts maker Arconic Corp (NYSE: ARNC ). The financial terms of the possible deal remained undisclosed. Arconic's advisers at Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE: GS ) and Evercore Inc (NYSE: EVR ) have also reached out to other potential acquirers, the Wall Street Journal reports citing familiar sources.
Law 360 M&A
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. and two subsidiaries are asking the Delaware Chancery Court to order the minority owner of auto enthusiast media company Motor Trend Group LLC to pay their costs for defending litigation over an appraisal dispute, arguing that they have "prevailed on every contested issue in the case.
Mckinsey and Company
MARCH 1, 2023
CBDCs are digital currencies issued by central banks. Their value is linked to the issuing country’s official currency.
Harvard Corporate Governance
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Posted by Howell E. Jackson (Harvard Law School), Tyler Gellasch (Healthy Markets Association), on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 Editor's Note: Howell E. Jackson is the James S. Reid, Jr., Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, and Tyler Gellasch is the President and CEO of the Healthy Markets Association. This post draws on two forthcoming papers by Professor Jackson and Jeffrey Zhang , available here and here.
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