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How to Focus the Company Around ESG Priorities

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Steven Rothstein and Yamika Ketu (Ceres), and Olivia Tay (Semler Brossy LLC), on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Editor's Note: Steven Rothstein is managing director and Yamika Ketu is an associate at Ceres; and Olivia Tay is senior consultant at Semler Brossy LLC. This post is based on a Ceres/Semler Brossy client memo and article in Corporate Board Member by Mr.

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7 Common Reasons to Sell Your Business

Viking Mergers

Every day, countless business owners and entrepreneurs ask themselves, “When should I sell my business?” The decision to sell a business is not often an easy one, but there are many reasons an owner might do it. In this article, we’ll take a look at seven common reasons to sell your business. 7 Reasons to Sell Your Business. 1. Business Momentum. While this may feel counterintuitive, the best time to sell a business is when it is doing well.

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How CEOs can win the new service game

Mckinsey and Company

Four irreversible trends are redefining excellence in service operations. For today’s leaders, they could be a transformational opportunity—or an existential threat.

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BREAKING: Cannabis Tech Provider Weedmaps Acquires Enlighten, An Ad And Menu Biz

Benzinga

As reported during its first-quarter 2022 earnings call, WM Technology Inc (NASDAQ: MAPS ), d.b.a. Weedmaps, has completed the acquisition of cannabis-focused digital menu and ad company Enlighten. Why It Matters. This acquisition brings in two key Enlighten features: SmartHub, a subscription software that powers in-dispensary digital menus and kiosks; and.

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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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One Small Step From Financial Materiality to Sesquimateriality: A Critical Conceptual Leap for the ISSB

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Frederick Alexander (The Shareholder Commons), on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Editor's Note: Frederick Alexander is Founder of The Shareholder Commons; Holly Ensign-Barstow is Director of Stakeholder Governance & Policy at B Lab. This post is based on their recent paper. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Companies Should Maximize Shareholder Welfare Not Market Value by Oliver Hart and Luigi Zingales (discussed on the Forum here ); Reconciling Fiduciary D

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M&A Industry Trends: What sectors have the best-selling businesses?

Viking Mergers

Generally speaking, mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are most common in the technology, healthcare, financial services, and retail sectors. Nearly every industry had record activity in 2021, though. With just a few exceptions, the M&A boom swept across the US economy with deal values up significantly from 2020 totals. In this article, we will take a closer look at the sectors indicating growth for best-selling businesses.

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The Twitter Buyout: Is Elon Musk a Madman or a Genius?

Brian DeChesare

As is usually the case, everyone wants to talk about Elon Musk and his latest antics – and this time, the antics consist of his Twitter buyout for a cool ~$44 billion. This specific deal generates endless discussion topics: “Free speech” vs. “content moderation,” AKA censorship. Possible legal/regulatory hurdles. How will Elon change Twitter’s business?

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SEC Gag Orders are Against Public Policy

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Phillip Goldstein, Bulldog Investors, on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Editor's Note: Phillip Goldstein is the co-founder of Bulldog Investors. This post is based on an amicus brief in Barry D. Romeril v. Securities and Exchange Commission , submitted on behalf of Mr. Goldstein, Mark Cuban , Elon Musk , Nelson Obus , and the Investor Choice Advocates Network (“ICAN”).

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Aurora Cannabis Completes Acquisition Of Thrive Cannabis

Benzinga

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB ) (TSX:ACB) has completed its previously announced acquisition of TerraFarma Inc. (parent company of Thrive Cannabis ) for aggregate initial consideration of $38 million paid in cash and Aurora common shares, and up to $30 million in potential earnout amounts, payable in cash, Aurora Shares or a combination of both, subject to Thrive achieving certain revenue targets within.

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State of Fashion Technology Report 2022

Mckinsey and Company

As technological innovation accelerates, fashion companies have an opportunity to serve customers better while also creating a more efficient, responsive, and responsible business.

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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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IRS Announces 2023 HSA and EBHRA Contribution Limits, HDHP Minimum Deductibles, HDHP Out-of-Pocket Maximums

ThomsonReuters

Rev. Proc. 2022-24 (Apr. 29, 2022). Available at [link]. The IRS has released the 2023 cost-of-living adjusted limits for health savings accounts (HSAs), high-deductible health plans (HDHPs), and excepted benefit health reimbursement arrangements (EBHRAs). Here are the details: HSA Contribution Limits. The 2023 annual HSA contribution limit is $3,850 for individuals with self-only HDHP coverage (up from $3,650 in 2022), and $7,750 for individuals with family HDHP coverage (up from $7,300 in 2

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Ten Thoughts on the SEC’s Proposed Climate Disclosure Rules

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Michael Littenberg, Marc Rotter, and Hannah Shapiro, Ropes & Gray LLP, on Saturday, April 30, 2022 Editor's Note: Michael Littenberg is partner, Marc Rotter is counsel, and Hannah Shapiro is a law clerk at Ropes & Gray LLP. This post is based on their Ropes & Gray memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) and For Whom Corporate Leaders Bargain by Lucian A

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BakerHostetler Adds Private Equity, Health Care Attys To Roll

Law 360 M&A

BakerHostetler has hired two attorneys experienced in representing clients in health care transactions and advising private equity funds in mergers and acquisitions to the firm's business practice group in Dallas and Chicago.

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Navigating America’s net-zero frontier: A guide for business leaders

Mckinsey and Company

The US government has a goal: net-zero emissions by 2050. Our analysis maps out a pathway to this net-zero frontier—and the growth opportunities that $27 trillion of capital spending could create.

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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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Cannabis Licensing: Will New York's Social Equity Model Set The Trend Or Get Tripped Up?

Benzinga

Several states that have recently or soon intend to roll out their adult-use cannabis marketplaces hope progressive equity licensing measures pay off, unlike the states before them. New York, New Jersey, Illinois and others aim to address criminal records while prioritizing licensing for drug war victims. New York's market potential and progressive licensing model is earning it ample spotlight.

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Assessing ESG-Labeled Bonds

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Salima Lamdouar, Patrick O'Connell, and Tiffanie Wong, AllianceBernstein, on Friday, May 6, 2022 Editor's Note: Salima Lamdouar is Portfolio Manager of Sustainable Fixed Income, Patrick O’Connell is Director of Fixed Income Responsible Investing Research, and Tiffanie Wong, CFA is Director of Fixed Income Responsible Investing Portfolio Management at AllianceBernstein.

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Benchmark International is Pleased to Announce it is Sponsoring DEALSOURCING 2022

Benchmark Report

Benchmark International is pleased to announce that it will be sponsoring DEALSOURCING 2022 on 13 th September at the Dorint Hotel Frankfurt/Oberursel. Dealsourcing is a key event in Germany for M&A professionals, hosting hundreds of participants including private equity firms, funding platforms, restructuring advisors, M&A advisors, and due diligence professionals, to name a few.

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What Black and Latino consumers want healthcare stakeholders to know

Mckinsey and Company

Understanding consumer behavior and attitude drivers may help stakeholders improve health outcomes and experiences for Black and Latino patients.

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Qantas Airways Acquires Remaining 80% Stake In Alliance Aviation For $443M: Reuters

Benzinga

Australia’s Qantas Airways (OTC: QABSY ) said it is acquiring the remaining 80% stake in Alliance Aviation Services for A$610.8 million ($443.14 million) in an all-stock deal, Reuters reported. The acquisition is expected to. Full story available on Benzinga.com.

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The EU Taxonomy Traffic Light

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Francesca Odell, Ferdisha Snagg, and Clara Cibrario Assereto, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP, on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Editor's Note: Francesca Odell is a partner, Ferdisha Snagg is counsel, and Clara Cibrario Assereto is an associate at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. This post is based on a Cleary memorandum by Ms. Odell, Ms.

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Spirit's Merger with Frontier May Face Turbulence

Mogin Rubin M&A

In early February, Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines announced a $6.6 billion merger that gives Frontier a 51.5% controlling interest in a combined airline that will become the fifth largest carrier in the country and the largest ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC). Spirit shareholders will receive 1.9126 shares of Frontier plus $2.13 in cash for each Spirit share, which has an implied value of $22.54 as of May 4.

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Taking the pulse of the US consumer

Mckinsey and Company

According to the latest Consumer Pulse survey, people across America are changing their shopping behaviors—and will continue to do so. Companies need to pay close attention.

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Audit Committee Toolkit: Maximizing Value From Internal Audit

Audit Board

Audit committee members have oversight of internal audit, but time together is often limited to just four meetings each year. During those meetings, the audit committee needs to digest a great deal of information related to trends and risk exposures that are occurring, the organization’s performance in managing risk, and internal audit strategies to improve their focus on risk, as well as to review the structure and composition of the department’s resources. .

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The Quality of Earnings Information in Dual-Class Firms

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Dov Solomon and Rimona Palas (Ramat Gan Law School), on Monday, May 2, 2022 Editor's Note: Rimona Palas is an Associate Professor and head of the Accounting Department at the College of Law and Business; and Dov Solomon is an Associate Professor and head of the Commercial Law Department at the College of Law and Business , Ramat Gan Law School.

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Microsoft's 10 Biggest Acquisitions Of All Time: Activision, LinkedIn And More

Benzinga

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT ) on Tuesday announced plans to acquire game developer Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI ) for $95 per share. The proposed all-cash transaction would be Microsoft's largest acquisition ever, valued at $68.7 billion. If the deal goes through, Microsoft would further strengthen its position in the gaming market via Activision's iconic franchises including "Call of Duty," "Warcraft," "Diablo," "Overwatch" and &q

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The McKinsey Crossword: The Kentucky Derby | No. 74

Mckinsey and Company

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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AuditBoard Unveils Enhanced Automation Capabilities for Security Compliance Teams at ISACA North America 2022

Audit Board

Features to be showcased at the conference include automated framework mapping, evidence collection, and continuous monitoring. LOS ANGELES, CA — May 4, 2022 — AuditBoard, the leading cloud-based platform transforming audit, risk, and compliance management, today announced a set of new advanced automation capabilities for its award-winning CrossComply solution.

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ESG During the 2022 AGM Season

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Stefanie Chalk, Pru Bennett, and Dan Lambeth, Brunswick Group LLP, on Thursday, May 5, 2022 Editor's Note: Stefanie Chalk is a director and Pru Bennett and Dan Lambeth are partners at Brunswick Group LLP. This post is based on their Brunswick memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance by Lucian A.

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Sun Acquisitions welcomes Ken Cisneros as a Senior M&A Advisor

Sun Acquisitions

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce that Ken Cisneros has joined our team as a Senior Advisor. Ken brings over 30 years of experience in executive leadership, sales and operations. Ken’s career began as a business intermediary selling privately held companies to investors. After his time as a business intermediary, Ken held several executive leadership positions with expanded sales and operations.

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Unlocking the growth opportunity in battery manufacturing equipment

Mckinsey and Company

Surging demand for battery cells gives rise to an opportunity for European machinery and equipment manufacturers to supply emerging gigafactories.

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Morrisons owner offers to sell 87 petrol stations to clear £7bn takeover

The Guardian M&A

US private equity group Clayton, Dubilier & Rice is seeking approval for deal from competition regulator The new owner of Morrisons has offered to sell 87 petrol station forecourts in an effort to gain the competition watchdog’s approval for its £7bn takeover of the UK’s fourth largest supermarket. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said it was “minded to accept” the plan by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, a US private equity firm that owns a string of petrol forecourts, but it would

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Where Nonprofits Incorporate and Why It Matters

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Peter Molk (University of Florida), on Thursday, May 5, 2022 Editor's Note: Peter Molk is associate professor of law at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. This post is based on a recent paper by Professor Molk, forthcoming in the Iowa Law Review. Delaware’s dominance in the race for publicly traded company incorporations is well known.

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Satisfaction = Perception - Expectation: Six Ways Internal Auditors Can Apply Client Service Concepts

Audit Board

Over the years, I have heard many audit leaders describe the stakeholders in their organizations as customers or clients. I have recently been researching the concept of client service and considering how this could apply to the internal audit practice — and I now see these leaders as early adopters of a visionary track that has the potential to significantly elevate the internal audit profession. .

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Cloud economics and the six most damaging mistakes to avoid

Mckinsey and Company

The value potential of cloud is enormous, but only for companies that understand—and adapt to—the realities of cloud economics.

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