Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 23, 2022
Posted by Maria Moats, Shawn Panson, and Carin Robinson, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Monday, May 23, 2022 Editor's Note: Maria Moats is the leader of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Governance Insights Center, Shawn Panson is the US Private Company Services Leader for PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, and Carin Robinson is a Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 27, 2022
Quantum computing has the potential to drive the major breakthroughs needed to help solve the climate crisis. A pioneer in the field discusses how his company is seeking to harness this technology for large-scale climate-change mitigation.
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IVSC
MAY 25, 2022
The IVSC AGM is an opportunity to connect with valuation leaders and stakeholders from around the world. Our last in-person AGM took place in Singapore in 2019 and we are delighted that after such a long time, and with thanks to our AGM 2022 sponsors – the American Society of Appraisers , the Appraisal Foundation , HypZert and Taqeem – we will have the opportunity to assemble again later this year in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
Viking Mergers
MAY 24, 2022
Selling a business includes many opportunities for negotiation – but you can only benefit from these opportunities if you are familiar with the different components of a business deal. We created this four-part series of blogs to pull pack the curtain on business deal structures and provide helpful information to entrepreneurs like you. This article is Part Two.
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.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 24, 2022
Posted by Ira T. Kay, Mike Kesner, and Joadi Oglesby, Pay Governance LLC, on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Editor's Note: Ira T. Kay is Managing Partner, Mike Kesner is Partner, and Joadi Oglesby is a Consultant at Pay Governance LLC. This post is based on their Pay Governance memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Perils and Questionable Promise of ESG-Based Compensation by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 24, 2022
Although widespread adoption of the metaverse may take some time, leading brands are already rewriting the rules of marketing.
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Financial Times M&A
MAY 26, 2022
Takeover would help transform acquisitive semiconductor company into diversified tech business
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 21, 2022
Posted by Bernadette Geis, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Saturday, May 21, 2022 Editor's Note: Bernadette Geis is Asset and Wealth Management Leader at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on her PwC memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance by Lucian A. Bebchuk and Roberto Tallarita (discussed on the Forum here ); Companies Should Maximize Shareholder Welfare Not Market Value by Oliver Hart and Luigi
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 24, 2022
If banks reimagine and modernize their business-lending processes, they can take advantage of new opportunities with SMEs and capture more of the forecast growth.
Accounting Web
MAY 26, 2022
Trends It's Time for Accountants to Embrace Fintech.
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
Benzinga
MAY 26, 2022
Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ: AVGO ) on Thursday announced it will acquire Vmware Inc (NYSE: VMW ) in a cash-and-stock transaction that values the multi-cloud company at approximately $61 billion. What To Know: VMware's multi-cloud portfolio spans application modernization, cloud management, cloud infrastructure, networking, security and more. Following the closing of the transaction, the Broadcom Software Group will rebrand as VMware and incorporate Broadcom's existing infrastructure and securi
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 25, 2022
Posted by John C. Coffee (Columbia University), on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 Editor's Note: John C. Coffee Jr. is the Adolf A. Berle Professor of Law at Columbia University Law School. This post is based on his recent paper. For public corporations, the deferred prosecution agreement (or “DPA”) has become the default rule. Whatever the crisis or scandal—foreign corrupt practices, securities fraud, opioids—the response of the public corporation is to cut a deal with the U.S.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 23, 2022
Supply chain upheavals show little sign of abating. Companies can address them by reconsidering outdated, short-term strategies and beginning the hard work of building structural resilience.
Financial Times M&A
MAY 24, 2022
Healthcare litigation group MSP Recovery had claimed a $33bn valuation despite losses
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.
Benzinga
MAY 24, 2022
Quantum Computing Inc (NASDAQ: QUBT ) agreed to acquire QPhoton, a quantum photonics innovation company. QPhoton developed a series of quantum photonic systems (QPS). QCI will issue to QPhoton's stockholders aggregate merger consideration consisting of 5.8 million shares, 2.4 million preferred shares convertible into 23.8 million shares, and warrants.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 23, 2022
Posted by Lucian Bebchuk and Roberto Tallarita (Harvard Law School), on Monday, May 23, 2022 Editor's Note: Lucian Bebchuk is the James Barr Ames Professor of Law, Economics, and Finance and Director of the Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard Law School; and Roberto Tallarita is a Lecturer on Law and Associate Director of the Program on Corporate Governance at Harvard Law School.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 24, 2022
Companies today should build workplaces that help them realize their strategies. Here’s why and how.
Rhythm Systems
MAY 27, 2022
So, you had a great planning session with your team. Everybody left the 3-day session pumped up and ready to hit your targets for the year and move the company one step closer to achieving your Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG) and other long term strategic goals. You've done the strategy work extremely well? What could possibly go wrong? Unfortunately, even with everyone’s good intentions, running the day-to-day business can get in the way of making progress on your annual and quarterly rocks if
National Law Review M&A
MAY 27, 2022
Arindam Kar Jurisdiction: All Federal Type of Law: Antitrust & Trade Regulation Communications, Media & Internet Mergers & Acquisitions Administrative & Regulatory
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 24, 2022
Posted by Jeremy C. Kress (University of Michigan), on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Editor's Note: Jeremy Kress is Assistant Professor of Business Law at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and Co-Faculty Director of the University of Michigan’s Center on Finance, Law & Policy. This post is based on his recent paper , forthcoming in the American Business Law Journal.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 27, 2022
McKinsey’s Steve Saxon explains why severe restrictions in Shanghai reinforce the importance of diversification.
Financial Times M&A
MAY 27, 2022
Hock Tan and Michael Dell agreed industry-defining deal, codenamed ‘Project Atlas,’ within two weeks
Avanade
MAY 27, 2022
A call to action to cultivate digital intelligence to transform individuals from digital takers to digital makers in our current society.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 25, 2022
Posted by Michael R. Levin, The Activist Investor, on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 Editor's Note: Michael R. Levin is founder and editor of The Activist Investor. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Universal Proxies by Scott Hirst (discussed on the Forum here ); The Long-Term Effects of Hedge Fund Activism by Lucian Bebchuk, Alon Brav, and Wei Jiang (discussed on the Forum here ); Dancing with Activists by Lucian Bebchuk, Alon Brav, Wei Jiang, and Thomas Keusch (dis
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 27, 2022
The definition of transformation has evolved over the years. McKinsey senior partner Seth Goldstrom discusses that evolution and some of the core elements that remain essential to transformation success.
Financial Times M&A
MAY 27, 2022
Number of businesses in region are considering blank-cheque company option despite it falling out of fashion elsewhere
NYT M&A
MAY 26, 2022
The resulting combination of chip company and software maker would be one of the most important suppliers of technology to the cloud computing market.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 22, 2022
Posted by Catherine M. Clarkin, Robert W. Downes, and Sarah P. Payne, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, on Sunday, May 22, 2022 Editor's Note: Catherine M. Clarkin , Robert W. Downes , and Sarah P. Payne are partners at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. This post is based on a Sullivan & Cromwell memorandum by Ms. Clarkin, Mr. Downes, Ms. Payne, Elizabeth Lombard , and Cameron Teschuk.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 25, 2022
The quest for sustainability requires action on many fronts, with changes to supply networks, manufacturing processes, and business models.
Financial Times M&A
MAY 26, 2022
Musk loan lapses, Apple pay raise, Dyson’s household robots
N Contracts
MAY 26, 2022
Audits aren’t known for variability. While historically there might be a small change due to a regulatory update here and there, financial institutions typically have a relatively consistent audit program from year to year.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 26, 2022
Posted by Allison Herren Lee, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Thursday, May 26, 2022 Editor's Note: Allison Herren Lee is a Commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on her recent public statement. The views expressed in the post are those of Commissioner Lee, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Staff.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 25, 2022
The outgoing president of New Zealand Rugby discusses how his Maori background and time playing for the All Blacks have shaped his business career.
Law 360 M&A
MAY 26, 2022
A sports and entertainment focused blank-check firm, whose board of directors includes former NBA star Magic Johnson and a former Disney executive, was among two special-purpose acquisition companies to file initial public offerings Thursday for a combined $350 million.
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