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Where is the World Going in 2023 and Beyond?

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Paul Keary, Ursula Burns, and Sparky Zivin, Teneo, on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Paul Keary is CEO, Ursula Burns is Chair, and Sparky Zivin is a Senior Managing Director at Teneo. This post is based on their Teneo report. Foreword The role of today’s CEO is evolving, paralleling the shifting global financial, geopolitical and social landscapes in which they operate.

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How to close the Black tech talent gap

Mckinsey and Company

Businesses risk billions if Black professionals continue to be underrepresented in tech jobs. Closing the gap means making changes to education, recruiting, and retention initiatives.

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IVSC-WAVO Global Valuation Conference 2023

IVSC

Visit the conference website to find out more The post IVSC-WAVO Global Valuation Conference 2023 appeared first on International Valuation Standards Council.

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Top 4 Business Industries in Greenville, SC

Viking Mergers

Greenville, South Carolina, has one of the Southeast’s most thriving economies thanks to its improvements and innovations in the healthcare, education, and sustainability sectors. But there are a few primary business industries that are becoming extremely successful in the Greenville-Spartanburg area. Viking Mergers & Acquisitions is here to represent business owners moving into this diverse business city as well as owners looking to sell a business in one of Greenville’s most prosperous ind

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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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EU Finalizes ESG Reporting Rules with International Impacts

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Thibault Meynier, Sarah H. Mishkin, and Matthew Triggs, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, on Monday, January 30, 2023 Editor's Note: Thibault Meynier , Sarah H. Mishkin, and Matthew Triggs are Associates at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. This post is based on a Sullivan & Cromwell memorandum by Mr. Meynier, Ms. Mishkin, Mr. Triggs, John Horsfield-Bradbury , Olivier de Vilmorin , and Samuel E.

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What is ESG?

Mckinsey and Company

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria are useful in measuring a company’s progress toward achieving social goals in addition to creating shareholder value.

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Trendspotting: Top Ten Payroll Issues of State Legislatures

ThomsonReuters

States eye workforce as a legislative priority for payroll The majority of state legislatures began their legislative sessions this January. A flurry of bills is being proposed in the payroll space — many having to do labor and employment. This came as no surprise to Tim Storey, CEO of the National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL). During an early-December 2022 NCSL Forecast 2023 meeting he explained the challenge to employ workers has been echoed by legislators nationwide.

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Voting Rights in Corporate Governance: History and Political Economy

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Sarah C. Haan (Washington and Lee University School of Law), on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 Editor's Note: Sarah C. Haan is Associate Professor of Law at Washington and Lee University School of Law. This post is based on her recent paper , forthcoming in the Southern California Law Review. Voting rights became the subject of sharp legal wrangling in American political elections when the U.S.

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How the Asian insurance market is adapting to the future

Mckinsey and Company

In this podcast, three McKinsey partners and leaders of the Insurance Practice discuss the themes that will define Asian insurance in 2023 and beyond.

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Mossi Happy To Play Grinch For A Stronger Central America

Global Finance

In a turnaround from 2022, the Central American Bank for Economic Integration's latest infrastructure bond offering is proving popular with investors.

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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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Investor Lawsuit Against Elon Musk and Tesla Goes to a Jury

NYT M&A

The case centers on whether investors lost money because they believed Mr. Musk’s social media posts about taking Tesla private in 2018.

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Conflicting Fiduciary Duties and Fire Sales of VC-backed Start-ups

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Bo Bian (University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business), Yingxiang Li (University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business), and Casimiro A. Nigro (Goethe University, CAS on the Foundations of Law and Finance), on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 Editor's Note: Bo Bian is an Assistant Professor in Finance at the University of British Columbia; Yingxiang Li is a PhD Candidate in Finance at the University of British Columbia; and Casimiro A.

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The future of commodity trading

Mckinsey and Company

A new normal of commodity trading will call for new types of traders.

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Disagreements and First Principles: The Pushback on my Tesla Valuation

Musings on Markets

I wrote about my most recent valuation of Tesla just over a week ago , and as has always been the case when I value this company, I have heard from both sides of the Tesla divide. Some of you believe that I am being far too generous in my forecasts of revenues and profitability for a company that is facing significant competition, as it pursues growth, especially with questions about who's in charge of the company.

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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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Advisory Firm Sues Elon Musk’s Twitter, Saying It Hasn’t Been Paid

NYT M&A

Innisfree M&A says Twitter, which Elon Musk bought last year, has not paid it $1.9 million for services it rendered for the deal.

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Investing in Influence: Investors, Portfolio Firms, and Political Giving

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Raymond Fisman (Boston University), on Friday, February 3, 2023 Editor's Note: Raymond Fisman is Slater Family Professor in Behavioral Economics at Boston University. This post is based on a recent paper by Professor Fisman, Marianne Bertrand , Matilde Bombardini , Francesco Trebbi , and Eyub Yegen. 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

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European Transformation Summit: Fresh leadership perspectives

Mckinsey and Company

European transformation leaders share fresh perspectives based on their real-world experiences. A unifying principle to drive change and a structured approach to execute and sustain it can boost success.

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Many Tax Limits Affecting Businesses Have Increased For 2023

Machen McChesney

An array of tax-related limits that affect businesses are indexed annually, and due to high inflation, many have increased more than usual for 2023. Here are some that may be important to you and your business.

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CEO Salaries Again In The Spotlight

Global Finance

The controversy of CEO pay was also on the agenda at the World Economic Forum in Davos the week after Apple CEO Tim Cook’s pay cut was announced.

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?Delaware M&A Updates

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Andrew G. Gordon, Ross A. Fieldston and Laura C. Turano, Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, on Thursday, February 2, 2023 Editor's Note: Andrew G. Gordon , Ross A. Fieldston and Laura C. Turano are Partners at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP. This post is based on a Paul, Weiss memorandum by Mr. Gordon, Mr. Fieldston, Ms.

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A guide to impact investing in Black economic mobility

Mckinsey and Company

Eight socioeconomic pillars can support the growth of Black-owned businesses and increase opportunities for Black communities.

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Birdeye Goes Global, Acquires Australia-based Cube Online

Business Wire M&A

PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Birdeye, the leading all-in-one digital customer experience platform, announced the acquisition of Cube Online (Cube), Australia’s leading customer experience platform. More than 3,000 businesses trust Cube in Asia-Pacific and Europe.

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Three Can’t-Miss Communication Tactics for Growing Financial Advisors

Biz Equity

Six hundred messages a day. That’s what research from Microsoft estimates we receive from companies and brands vying for our attention every 24 hours. To say cutting through the noise is challenging is an understatement. And for financial advisors competing for the attention of business owner prospects, doing so becomes even more difficult, considering all the responsibilities a business owner has to juggle on a daily basis.

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The controversy over proxy voting: The role of asset managers and proxy advisors

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Jan Krahnen (Goethe-University Frankfurt), Arnoud Boot (University of Amsterdam), Lemma Senbet (University of Maryland), and Chester Spatt (Carnegie Mellon's Tepper School of Business) , on Monday, January 30, 2023 Editor's Note: Jan Krahnen is Professor of Corporate Finance at the Goethe-University Frankfurt; Arnoud Boot is Professor of Corporate Finance and Financial Markets at the University of Amsterdam; Lemma Senbet is William E.

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Five ways biopharma companies can navigate the deal landscape

Mckinsey and Company

The biopharma investment landscape is changing. Companies that grasp recent macro trends in dealmaking and how they affect deal success could position themselves well for attractive opportunities.

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Penguin Random House Audio Acquires Playaway Products

Business Wire M&A

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Penguin Random House Audio, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, has acquired Playaway Products LLC.

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Accounting Methods for the Construction Industry

LaPorte

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) changed tax planning for many business owners in the construction industry. TCJA allowed many contractors to utilize methods… The post Accounting Methods for the Construction Industry first appeared on LaPorte.

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Delaware Courts Provide Guidance on Incumbent Board Enforcement of Advance Notice Bylaws

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Edward B. Micheletti and Ryan M. Lindsay, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, on Sunday, January 29, 2023 Editor's Note: Edward Micheletti is a Partner and Ryan Lindsay is Counsel at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. This post is based on their Skadden memorandum. This post is part of the Delaware law series ; links to other posts in the series are available here.

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Introducing the Australian Consumer Loyalty Survey

Mckinsey and Company

Consumer-facing organizations in Australia can overcome declining consumer sentiment by investing in their loyalty programs.

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Insurium™ & Spear Technologies Announce Merger

Business Wire M&A

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #bowrivercapital--Insurium & Spear Technologies Announce Merger

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Geely to float arm of carmaker Lotus via $5.4bn deal with LVMH vehicle

Financial Times M&A

Division of sports car group planning electric SUVs will list on Nasdaq this year

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Tesco buys Paperchase brand but not shops, with 800 jobs at risk

The Guardian M&A

Stationery retailer collapses into administration after rising costs and disappointing sales Tesco has bought the brand and intellectual property of Paperchase, after the struggling stationery retailer collapsed into administration. However, the deal does not include Tesco taking on the brand’s 106 stores across the UK and Ireland, leaving the future uncertain for Paperchase’s 820 employees.

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Decarbonizing cement and concrete value chains: Takeaways from Davos

Mckinsey and Company

How can the cement and concrete industry reach net-zero emissions by 2050? McKinsey hosted panelists at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023 in Davos to offer their insights.

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Right Lane Industries Announces Agreement to Acquire the Rear Discharge Mixer Businesses of McNeilus and London Machinery Inc. from Oshkosh Corporation

Business Wire M&A

DODGE CENTER, Minn. & LONDON, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Right Lane Industries (“Right Lane”) announced today that it has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire London Machinery, Inc. and the Rear Discharge Mixer business of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. (collectively, “RDM” or the “Business”) from Oshkosh Corporation.

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