Benzinga
JANUARY 12, 2023
Sandwich chain Subway is exploring a potential sale that could value the company at more than $10 billion and has retained advisers. "As a privately held company, we don't comment on ownership structure and business plans," Subway said. "We continue to be focused on moving the brand forward with our transformational journey to help our franchisees be successful.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 9, 2023
Posted by Anastasia Zakolyukina (University of Chicago Booth School of Business), Ian D. Gow (University of Melbourne), and David F. Larcker (Stanford Graduate School of Business), on Monday, January 9, 2023 Editor's Note: Anastasia Zakolyukina is an Associate Professor of Accounting and a William Ladany Faculty Scholar at University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Ian D.
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Redpath
JANUARY 12, 2023
CFOs and Controllers do more than crunch numbers, manage a company’s budget, and protect its financial assets. They must capture key performance indicators (KPIs) that can inform the future course of an organization, however, they cannot achieve this without timely, accurate, and complete data.
IVSC
JANUARY 9, 2023
Olivier Mege Founder and CEO, RQR Olivier founded Real Quality Rating (RQR) after 15 years in real estate asset management in Asia and 5 years at MSCI as global head of real estate index research. He is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a member of the Chartered Alternative Investment Association (CAIA), a member of the IPF (Investment Property Forum), a master of the Japanese Association for Real Estate Securitisation (ARES, Japan) and a certified transactor of th
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.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 9, 2023
COVID-19 may no longer be a pandemic, but the disease likely reduced the availability of the US workforce by as much as 2.6 percent in 2022—a burden on productivity that could last for years.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 7, 2023
Posted by Adam O. Emmerich and Robin Panovka, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Saturday, January 7, 2023 Editor's Note: Adam O. Emmerich and Robin Panovka are Partners at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on a Wachtell Lipton memorandum by Mr. Emmerich, Mr. Panovka, Jodi J. Schwartz , David A. Katz , Ilene Knable Gotts , Andrew J.
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Brian DeChesare
JANUARY 11, 2023
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you probably noticed the excitement, hype, and borderline panic when ChatGPT from OpenAI was released in November 2022. If you haven’t yet created an account or tried it, you should – because it is quite impressive. You can ask the tool almost any question, and it will generate text or computer code in response (with some restrictions).
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 11, 2023
AI tools can help executives avoid biases in decisions, pull insights out of oceans of data, and make strategic choices more quickly. And that’s just the beginning.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 12, 2023
Posted by Carey Oven, Michael Stephan, and Reem Janho, Deloitte LLP, on Thursday, January 12, 2023 Editor's Note: Carey Oven is National Managing Partner at the Center for Board Effectiveness and Chief Talent Officer, Michael Stephan is US Human Capital national managing partner and Reem Janho is Senior Manager at Deloitte LLP. This post is based on a Deloitte memorandum by Ms.
Benzinga
JANUARY 13, 2023
Atlas Global Brands Inc. (CSE:ATL), (formerly Silver Phoenix Resources Inc.) announced that, through its Israeli subsidiary, signed a binding letter of intent at an arm’s length with no finder’s fee, on January 11, 2023, to acquire 51% of the outstanding securities of the following entities : An Israeli licensed cannabis “Trading House”, located in Tel Aviv.
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
Law 360 M&A
JANUARY 13, 2023
The Delaware Supreme Court upheld a ruling that Stillwater Mining Co. doesn't have insurance coverage for its $20 million-plus legal bill stemming from a 2017 stockholder appraisal lawsuit, rejecting the company's argument that Montana law should apply to the dispute.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 13, 2023
Leaders need clarity on what works to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our 2023 report shows success factors that contributed to significant, quantifiable, scalable, and sustainable DEI impact.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 13, 2023
Posted by Sandy Boss, John McKinley and Michelle Edkins, BlackRock, Inc., on Friday, January 13, 2023 Editor's Note: Sandy Boss is Global Head of Investment Stewardship, John McKinley and Michelle Edkins are Managing Directors at BlackRock, Inc. This post is based on their BlackRock memorandum. Introduction to BlackRock. BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being.
Benzinga
JANUARY 13, 2023
New Leaf Ventures Inc. (OTCPK:NLVVF) (CSE:NLV) has completed the acquisition of High Profile Holdings Corp. by way of a statutory three-cornered amalgamation. Jason Garnett, CEO and director of Xebra Brands (OTCQB: XBRAF ) and director of High Profile, will be joining New Leaf’s board of directors and initially acting as chief strategy officer.
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.
Rhythm Systems
JANUARY 11, 2023
Often, people think of OKRs as a tool for tech companies. This is not surprising since the goal-setting method was developed and first used by companies like Intel and Google. However, the application of rigorous goal setting and strategy execution is beneficial for organizations in any industry, including non-profit organizations.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 9, 2023
Davos, Switzerland, is where the World Economic Forum holds its annual meeting. Delegates from many sectors converge for several days of talks and meetings to address urgent global issues.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 8, 2023
Posted by Haimavathi V. Marlier, Jina Choi, Michael D. Birnbaum, Morrison & Foerster LLP, on Sunday, January 8, 2023 Editor's Note: Haimavathi V. Marlier , Jina Choi , and Michael D. Birnbaum are Partners at Morrison & Foerster LLP. This post is based on their Morrison & Foerster memorandum. we summarize below some of the most important SEC enforcement developments from the past month.
Benzinga
JANUARY 13, 2023
World Wrestling Entertainment Inc (NYSE: WWE ) has retained The Raine Group, LLC as financial advisor, Kirkland & Ellis LLP as legal advisor, and August LLC as strategic communications advisor to support its review of strategic options. The company’s shares skyrocketed recently on reports about a deal with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Full story available on Benzinga.com.
Audit Board
JANUARY 12, 2023
Cybersecurity risk assessments are a means for organizations to assess risks to their information assets and are a core requirement of most cybersecurity frameworks. However, specific guidance on how to conduct these assessments is typically not included in framework requirements. This is often by design, as the intent is to encourage organizations to build a risk management program that is unique to the type of business being conducted and the type(s) of data being processed.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 13, 2023
Financial institutions will play a leading role in the transition to a net-zero economy. To maximize the opportunity, they must make fundamental changes across portfolios and organizations.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 9, 2023
Posted by Maxim Mayer-Cesiano, and Jonathan E. Berger, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Monday, January 9, 2023 Editor's Note: Maxim Mayer-Cesiano is a Partner and Jonathan E. Berger is an Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on their Skadden memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Are M&A Contract Clauses Value Relevant to Target and Bidder Shareholders?
Benzinga
JANUARY 9, 2023
Canadian fintech company Nuvei Corp (NASDAQ: NVEI ) agreed to scoop Paya Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: PAYA ), a leading provider of integrated payment and commerce solutions in an all-cash transaction at $9.75 per share for total consideration of $1.3 billion. The purchase price is a 25.2% premium on Paya's January 6 closing price of $7.79. Nuvei's Chair and CEO, Philip Fayer, said, "It will accelerate our integrated payment strategy, diversify our business into key high-growth non-cyclica
ThomsonReuters
JANUARY 12, 2023
Use of an Electronic Medium to Make Participant Elections and Spousal Consents, Prop. Treas. Reg. Sec. 1.401(a)-21, 87 Fed. Reg. 80501 (Dec. 30, 2022). Available at [link]. The IRS has released proposed regulations that would permanently allow remote witnessing of certain retirement plan and benefit elections, including those involving spousal consent, that are required under the Code to be witnessed by a plan representative or notary public.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 9, 2023
Although virtual-care adoption has substantially increased, healthcare organizations can pursue additional opportunities to reduce disparities in access.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 10, 2023
Posted by Charles McConnell, Xuan Jin, White & Case LLP, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 Editor's Note: Charles McConnell is a Partner and Xuan Jin is Counsel at White & Case LLP. This post is based on their White & Case memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) and Will Corporations Deliver to All Stakeholders?
Benzinga
JANUARY 12, 2023
Blaze , a cannabis software suite and point-of-sale (POS) platform for cannabis dispensaries and delivery services, scooped up cannabis e-commerce provider Tymber for an undisclosed price. Founded in 2017 by tech entrepreneurs and cannabis company operators Blaze builds tools that serve the technology needs of successful dispensaries. "Acquiring Tymber brings its unparalleled online shopping experience into our ecosystem and allows us to meet the cannabis retailer.
A Neumann & Associates
JANUARY 12, 2023
The process of selling your business can be a very rewarding experience – both financially and in terms of lifestyle for you and your family. If handled properly, executing a successful sale to a 3rd party can certainly meet all ownership goals and benefit the organization (including its valued employees) moving forward. However, if improperly handled, an attempt at selling a business can be a nightmare fraught with complex challenges that will surely doom the effort to fail.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 13, 2023
The story of the Fourth Industrial Revolution is moving forward at speed, with members of the Global Lighthouse Network grasping the pen and writing a tale of the need for scale.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 12, 2023
Posted by Gregory Burke (Duke University), on Thursday, January 12, 2023 Editor's Note: Gregory Burke is a fifth-year accounting Ph.D. candidate at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business. This post is based on his article forthcoming in the Journal of Accounting and Public Policy. Background. Since 1947, no-action letters under Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Rule 14a-8 have allowed SEC staff members to regulate shareholder voice upon management’s request, acting as intermediaries b
Benzinga
JANUARY 9, 2023
Steve Hanke , a professor of Applied Economics at Johns Hopkins University , has criticized the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy and President Joe Biden’s administration for a sharp drop in deal activity last year. Hanke cited a Bloomberg article from December, which highlighted aggregate deal value declines of 50% in China and 45% in the U.S.
Machen McChesney
JANUARY 11, 2023
Hiring staff? Good for you! It means your business is thriving. Now is the time to get up to speed or reacquaint yourself with any labor laws you’ll need to be compliant with. Labor laws were created to protect employees’ rights. If you’re vigilant, you can avoid financial headaches.
Mckinsey and Company
JANUARY 11, 2023
While two decades of math and reading progress have been erased, US states can play an important role in helping students to catch up.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JANUARY 13, 2023
Posted by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, on Friday, January 13, 2023 Editor's Note: This roundup contains a collection of the posts published on the Forum during the week of January 6-12, 2023. 2023 Annual Letter to Boards. Posted by Pamela Marcogliese, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, on Friday, January 6, 2023. Tags: Activism , Corporate governance , Executive Compensation , Fiduciary duties , M&A , Privacy , Risk oversight.
Benzinga
JANUARY 10, 2023
Benzinga. Coinbase Bows Down To Macro Headwinds, To Let Go Of 950 Employees. Coinbase Global, Inc (NASDAQ: COIN ) disclosed a restructuring plan letting go of 950 employees, helping it reduce its operating expenses by 25% amid the crypto meltdown. Coinbase looks to incur $149 million - $163 million in total restructuring expenses, consisting of $58 million - $68 million in cash charges related to employee severance and other termination benefits.
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