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Posted by Leah Malone and Emily B. Holland, Simpson Thacher and Bartlett LLP, on Saturday, May 27, 2023 Editor's Note: Leah Malone is a Partner and Emily B. Holland is Counsel, at Simpson Thacher and Bartlett LLP. This post is based on a Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP memorandum by Ms. Malone, Ms. Holland, Carolyn S. Houston , and May Mansour. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by
Why do people say cash is king when selling a business? And what does it really mean? “Cash is king” in the context of selling a business emphasizes the importance of cash flow and liquidity in determining the value and attractiveness of the company to potential buyers. Here are a few key reasons why cash is king when selling a business: 1.
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.
Posted by Robert G. Eccles (Oxford University) and Eli Lehrer (R Street Institute) , on Monday, May 29, 2023 Editor's Note: Robert Eccles is Visiting Professor of Management Practice at Oxford University Said Business School and Eli Lehrer is the co-founder and President of the R Street Institute. This post is based on their recent piece. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A
Succession just ended a few days ago. When a top TV show ends, it is sad. All our favorite shows will end one day. In this case, it is Succession that has done so. Succession ran for 4 excellent seasons, but no more. Now it is over. And now I am sad. But unlike Connor Roy at Lester’s funeral , I can write a real eulogy via my final review of this show.
A new McKinsey report reveals how organizations are faring in a post-COVID-19 world. Here, two of its coauthors offer suggestions for managing through the uncertainty.
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A new McKinsey report reveals how organizations are faring in a post-COVID-19 world. Here, two of its coauthors offer suggestions for managing through the uncertainty.
If you are considering selling your small to midsize business, you may already know that extensive financial information goes into constructing a deal. Appraisal and fair market values are two of these figures, which are fundamental in getting the most money for the company you have worked hard to build. Although these two numbers should ideally be the same, fluctuations in the market coupled with more subjective factors not found on paper often mean that it is different.
Posted by Heidi Welsh, Sustainable Investment Institute, on Thursday, June 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Heidi Welsh is the Executive Director at the Sustainable Investments Institute. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A. Bebchuk and Roberto Tallarita ; How Much Do Investors Care about Social Responsibility?
Vertical Integration Vertical integration is a strategy that involves a company expanding its operations into other stages of its supply chain. This means that a company takes control of its suppliers, distributors, or both. Vertical integration can be achieved in two ways, either through backward integration or forward integration.
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
Posted by Elierzer M. Fich (Drexel University), Jarrad Harford (University of Washington), and Anh L. Tran (City University of London) , on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 Editor's Note: Eliezer Fich is Professor of Finance at Drexel University LeBow College of Business, Jarrad Harford is Professor of Business Administration at the University of Washington Foster School of Business, and Anh L.
Most companies spend 20% to 30% of their annual revenue on payroll. The exact amount varies based on the employer's size, industry, staffing, and operational needs. In some industries, such as service, it's not uncommon for payroll to encompass up to 50% of revenue. For other industries, such as manufacturing and food and beverage, it usually takes up no more than 20% to 30%.
“I really worry that people are not taking this seriously enough … this fundamentally is going to be a shift in how we work and how we interact at a level that’s as big as anything we’ve seen in our lifetimes.” A leading business school professor talks about why he thinks the technology underlying ChatGPT is so transformative that he is betting his career on it.
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.
Amid an exponential increase in violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, unique obstacles stand in the way of accountability and justice — but lawyers can effect powerful change by raising awareness, offering legal representation, advocating for victims’ rights and more, say attorneys at Gibson Dunn.
Posted by Brian V. Breheny, Allison L. Land, and Ryan J. Adams, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Thursday, June 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Brian V. Breheny , and Allison L. Land are Partners and Ryan J. Adams is Counsel at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is by Mr. Breheny, Ms. Land, Mr. Adams, Alexander J. Vargas and Melanie Yeames , and is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.
Software companies struggling with shrinking margins can unlock the power of pricing by considering five actions for profitability in a market focused on efficient growth.
Editor's note: This piece was updated from 2020 to include additional resources. June 1, 2023 — Encouraging U.S. economic performance to reach its potential is important enough that there is a tax credit for research and development (R&D). Technology companies, and really any company that works with software, should make sure they’re taking advantage of it if they are eligible.
Posted by Diane Blizzard and Radhika Kshatriya, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, on Sunday, May 28, 2023 Editor's Note: Diane Blizzard is a Partner and Radhika Kshatriya is an Associate at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. This post is based on a Kirkland & Ellis memorandum by Ms. Blizzard, Ms. Kshatriya, Nick Hemmingsen , Daniel Kahl , Scott A. Moehrke , and Reed T.
Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP, Block & Leviton LLP and Heyman Enerio Gattuso & Hirzel LLP are asking the Delaware Chancery Court to award them roughly $27.6 million in connection with a proposed $87.5 million deal that would end a stockholder derivative challenge to the $55 billion Charter Communications-Time Warner Cable merger.
QUESTION: Is our group health plan permitted to outsource the roles of HIPAA privacy official and security official? ANSWER: Possibly, but it would be prudent to seek the advice of legal counsel given the absence of official guidance. Most covered entities must designate a privacy official who is responsible for the development and implementation of the entity’s HIPAA privacy policies and procedures.
Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, June 2, 2023 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of May 26-June 1, 2023 Modernization of Beneficial Ownership Reporting Rule Proposal Posted by Jonathan H. Gaines, David S. Rosenthal, and Christopher Soares, Dechert LLP, on Friday, May 26, 2023 Tags: Beneficial owners , Disclosure , Monetary policy , Risk , SEC enforcement , Securities Exchange Act of 1934
MIAMI LAKES, Fl.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elevate ENT Partners (“Elevate”), a leading management support organization (“MSO”) of ear, nose, and throat (“ENT”) practices nationwide, announced it has acquired Louisiana Ear, Nose, Throat and Sinus (“LENTS”). This transaction follows the recent acquisitions of Ear, Nose & Throat Associates of Texas and Florida’s Otolaryngology Consultants PA.
Research suggests that AI uptake remains low and points to how companies in the region can overcome the hurdles delaying the capture of AI’s potentially high rewards.
Posted by Justus O'Brien and Dean Stamoulis, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Monday, May 29, 2023 Editor's Note: Justus O’Brien co-leads the Board & CEO Advisory Partners Practice and Dean Stamoulis is a Managing Directer at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on their Russell Reynolds memorandum. Why businesses should embrace the imperfect CEO Imperfection isn’t failure.
SAN FRANCISCO & FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elite, a provider of financial and practice management solutions to law firms, today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition by TPG, a global alternative asset management firm. TPG acquired the business from Thomson Reuters, which has retained a minority interest in Elite.
Economic pressures and the push toward more-sustainable practices are driving next-generation automation technologies, benefiting farmers, regulators, and consumers alike.
Posted by Eric Orsic, Heidi J. Steele, and Diana Douglas, McDermott Will & Emery LLP, on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 Editor's Note: Eric Orsic , Heidi J. Steele , and Diana Douglas are Partners at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. This post is based on their MWE memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Short-Termism and Capital Flows (discussed on the Forum here ) by Jesse M.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MGG Investment Group LP (“MGG”) today announced that it has made a debt and equity investment to support Access & Integrated Practice Holdings’ acquisition of United Medical Systems Inc. (“UMS”), a national provider of premier transportable and in-house urology solutions to hospitals, surgery centers, and offices. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Apparel manufacturers in Asia are facing significant challenges with the current economic environment and drop in global demand—however, solutions for the near and long term are to hand.
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