Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 12, 2022
Posted by Kurt Harrison, Sarah Galloway, and Emily Meneer, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Friday, August 12, 2022 Editor's Note: Kurt Harrison is co-head of the Global Sustainability Practice, Sarah Galloway is a Consultant, and Emily Meneer is a Global Knowledge Leader at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on their Russell Reynolds memorandum.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 10, 2022
While ESG is likely to evolve both in substance and name in the coming years, its underlying impulse is here to say. Here’s how companies can take a more systematic and rewarding approach to ESG.
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Chris Curtain
AUGUST 10, 2022
Prepare your business for a business appraisal Small Business Valuation Steps Operating a small business can be extremely rewarding. For some individuals, doing so represents the opportunity to create an enterprise with growth potential. For others, it reflects the chance to build a valuable asset for themselves and generations to follow. Whatever your reason for […].
Viking Mergers
AUGUST 8, 2022
We were extremely fortunate to have Conrad Nelsen spend three months with the Viking Mergers & Acquisitions team in Charlotte, NC. Conrad was our Spring 2020 recipient of the Viking Entrepreneur Endorsement Scholarship. He is working towards a double major at Appalachian State University in Finance & Banking and Risk Management & Insurance, along with a minor in Accounting.
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
AUGUST 6, 2022
Posted by Natalie Cooper and Robert Lamm (Deloitte LLP), and Randi Val Morrison (Society for Corporate Governance), on Saturday, August 6, 2022 Editor's Note: Natalie Cooper is Senior Manager and Robert Lamm is an independent senior advisor, both at the Center for Board Effectiveness, Deloitte LLP; and Randi Val Morrison is Vice President, Reporting & Member Support at the Society for Corporate Governance.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 9, 2022
Business building is increasingly important for company resilience, and CEOs are uniquely suited for the job. Here are five tasks that CEOs can undertake to build successful new businesses.
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Norman Marks
AUGUST 8, 2022
I have heard that in one form or another over my career. The first came when I was an internal audit manager for a financial institution. The senior vice president for Human Resources said she was a big supporter of internal audit, but my team and I couldn’t audit her area. I asked why and […].
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 10, 2022
Posted by Paul A. Gompers (Harvard Business School), Steven N. Kaplan (University of Chicago), and Vladimir Mukharlyamov (Georgetown University), on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 Editor's Note: Paul A. Gompers is Eugene Holman Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School; Steven N. Kaplan is the Neubauer Family Professor of Entrepreneurship and Finance at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business; and Vladimir Mukharlyamov is Assistant Professor of Finance at the McD
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 12, 2022
Empirical research reveals what it takes to generate value-creating growth today.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 11, 2022
Activist investor says news publisher should promote higher-priced bundles to subscribers
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
AUGUST 12, 2022
Shares of Brazilian oil giant Petroleo Brasileiro ADR (NYSE: PBR ) traded higher by 5% on Friday after the company announced it is selling its potassium mining rights in the Amazon Basin. What Happened? Petrobas said Thursday that it is seeking bidders for its potassium mining assets, including eight mining concessions, four granted mining requests and 22 pending requests for research.
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 9, 2022
Posted by Michael Brodsky and Amy Edwards, Deloitte, on Tuesday, August 9, 2022 Editor's Note: Michael Brodsky is Managing Director and Amy Edwards is Audit & Assurance Senior Manager of the Fraud Risk Center, Deloitte & Touche LLP. This post is based on a Deloitte memorandum by Mr. Brodsky, Ms. Edwards, Krista Parsons , Maureen Bujno , and Kimia Clemente.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 11, 2022
Players are adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape by using a range of partnership models—beyond M&A—to create value. Anticipating and avoiding five common mistakes can be key for success.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 11, 2022
Hospitality venture run by former Fortnum & Mason’s chief buys Soho venue
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
AUGUST 11, 2022
While speculation of Elon Musk’s renewed interest in Twitter, Inc. (NYSE: TWTR ) is gaining ground, a report suggests that the Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA ) CEO has sought additional information from the social media platform. In a letter filed under seal on Tuesday, Musk’s legal team has asked Twitter to turn over the names of its employees who are involved in calculating spam account counts, Reuters reported , citing a source familiar with the matter.
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 8, 2022
Posted by Robert Eccles (Oxford University), Shivaram Rajgopal (Columbia University), and Jing Xie (Hong Kong Polytechnic University), on Monday, August 8, 2022 Editor's Note: Robert Eccles is Visiting Professor of Management Practice at Oxford University Said Business School; Shivaram Rajgopal is Roy Bernard Kester and T.W. Byrnes Professor of Accounting and Auditing at Columbia Business School; and Jing Xie is Assistant Professor of Finance at Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Account
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 8, 2022
Because of digital and sustainability trends, R&D organizations are facing an increasingly complex landscape. Developing the necessary organizational structures and capabilities is urgent.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 9, 2022
Billionaire seeks to avoid ‘emergency sale’ of shares if social media company forces $44bn deal to close
NYT M&A
AUGUST 11, 2022
The proposed merger of Penguin Random House and Simon & Schuster accelerates industry trends toward the production of best-sellers at the expense of the incubation of new voices or ideas.
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 7, 2022
Posted by Richard Alsop, Harald Halbhuber, and Lona Nallengara, Shearman & Sterling LLP, on Sunday, August 7, 2022 Editor's Note: Richard Alsop , Harald Halbhuber , and Lona Nallengara are partners at Shearman & Sterling LLP. This post is based on a Shearman memorandum by Mr. Alsop, Mr. Halbhuber, Mr. Nallengara, Meaghan Jerrett , Alexa Major, and Ryan Robski.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 12, 2022
Selling, general, and administrative functions are integral to your organization’s success. What’s the best place for those people to work?
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 8, 2022
The industry was founded by mercenary dealmakers who bludgeoned opponents.
Benzinga
AUGUST 11, 2022
Thanks to strong federal policy and technological innovations starting to make solar systems more affordable, the solar industry has enjoyed an average annual growth rate of 33% over the last 22 years. Today, over a quarter of homeowners are in the process of installing solar panels or shingles — and another 66.5% are interested in doing so in the future.
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 6, 2022
Posted by Stephen P. Wink and Naim Culhaci, Latham & Watkins LLP, on Saturday, August 6, 2022 Editor's Note: Stephen P. Wink is partner and Naim Culhaci is an associate at Latham & Watkins LLP. This post is based on a Latham memorandum by Mr. Wink, Mr. Culhaci, Jackie Rugart , and Matthew Lee. On June 23, 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted certain amendments to Form 13F (the Adopting Release) that will become effective at the beginning of 2023.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 9, 2022
WeBank CFO Arthur Wang discusses how the company balances innovation, technology, and compliance to move itself forward.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 7, 2022
Government to use new powers to scrutinise sale of critical energy infrastructure by National Grid to Macquarie-led group
Benzinga
AUGUST 12, 2022
Yesterday, Catalent Inc (NYSE: CTLT ) announced to acquire Metrics Contract Services for $475 million. Keybanc notes that the deal strengthens CTLT's oral delivery portfolio and targets rapidly growing biologic applications. Metrics produces highly active pharmaceutical ingredients that are very difficult to produce but very potent in small doses.
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 8, 2022
Posted by Kai Liekefett, Derek Zaba, and Leonard Wood, Sidley Austin LLP, on Monday, August 8, 2022 Editor's Note: Kai Liekefett and Derek Zaba are partners and Leonard Wood is senior managing associate at Sidley Austin LLP. This post is based on an Ethical Boardroom publication. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Universal Proxies (discussed on the Forum here ) by Scott Hirst.
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 9, 2022
Sellers typically control what retail marketplaces charge for their products, but retailers have options to keep pricing competitive—and customers loyal.
Financial Times M&A
AUGUST 11, 2022
Sudden reversal comes just three days after president approves sale of the oil company’s Niger Delta business
ThomsonReuters
AUGUST 11, 2022
Notice 2022-33, 2022-34 I.R.B. __ (Aug. 22, 2022). Available at [link]. The IRS has extended the deadlines for adopting retirement plan amendments to reflect certain provisions of the SECURE Act and the CARES Act. As background, under the SECURE Act, the plan amendment deadline for most plans is the last day of the first plan year beginning on or after January 1, 2022 (2024 for governmental and applicable collectively bargained plans; see our Checkpoint article ).
Harvard Corporate Governance
AUGUST 8, 2022
Posted by Marc Treviño and Bob Downes, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, on Monday, August 8, 2022 Editor's Note: Marc Treviño and Bob Downes are partners at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. This post is based on a Sullivan & Cromwell memorandum by Mr. Treviño, Mr. Downes, Aaron Levine , Natasha Rygnestad-Stahl, and Jordan Voccola. Summary. On July 13, the SEC voted 3 to 2 (Commissioners Peirce and Uyeda dissenting) to adopt amendments to the rules governing proxy voting advice provided by proxy advi
Mckinsey and Company
AUGUST 8, 2022
A paradigm shift in automotive purchasing linked to the electric-vehicle transition is creating a major growth opportunity for chemical companies.
Avanade
AUGUST 11, 2022
Learn more about how digital transformation can be used to help mitigate risks, forecast issues and diagnose faults faster, therefore helping to build a resilient business.
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