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Survey: ESG & Valuation

IVSC

IVSC launches survey exploring the evolution of ESG considerations in the valuation process. ESG comprises three pillars; environmental, social and governance, all of which collectively contribute to effective performance, with p. Alexander Aronsohn IVSC Technical Standards Director (Tangible Assets). Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) are the criteria that together establish the framework for assessing the collective conscientiousness of businesses for social and environmental factors

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The dawn of the FemTech revolution

Mckinsey and Company

As opportunities in women’s health accelerate, FemTech is helping to match capital and talent to unmet needs—with promising early results.

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Payroll Considerations: When an Employee Dies

ThomsonReuters

The death of a loved one is a challenging time for a family. Not surprisingly, it’s also a challenging time for an employer. There are several considerations when handling the wages and benefits of a deceased employee. . Considerations regarding wages and benefits of a deceased employee. Wage payment. In general, state laws will dictate how wages are processed for a deceased employee.

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Ransomware prevention: How organizations can fight back

Mckinsey and Company

Ransomware has rapidly become one of the top cybersecurity nightmares. Strategies for prevention, preparation, response, and recovery can help.

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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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The Impact of Labor Shortages on M&A

Benchmark Report

The Labor Shortage Persists. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted companies of all sizes, but small businesses have certainly been hit the hardest. First, there were total shutdowns, followed by financing problems due to slowed business, and now it is labor shortages that are the latest issue as the world works towards recovery. The slew of workers leaving the workforce altogether is fueling a growing labor shortage in what seems to be every industry.

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No to Desktops with Third Party Inspectors

Appraisers Blog

Hybrid Appraisals were tested and failed. So what does Fannie Mae do? Let’s call them Desktops with third party inspectors. Fannie Mae has announced they will soon start accepting Desktop Appraisals. The appraiser does not inspect the property; however an interior floor plan including walls is required. This in itself is over and above what most appraisers typically provide.

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Supporting employees in the work-life balancing act

Mckinsey and Company

Work-life balance often feels elusive. But same-gender working couples take different approaches to dividing responsibilities—have they cracked the code?

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JD Sports and Footasylum fined almost £5m for breaching CMA order

The Guardian M&A

Breach included sharing of commercially sensitive information concerning blocked merger JD Sports and Footasylum have been fined almost £5m for sharing commercially sensitive information during an investigation by the UK competition watchdog, which accused them of deleting phone records, and found their chairmen to have held multiple clandestine meetings including one caught on video in a car park near Bury in Greater Manchester.

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Unlocking opportunities in women’s healthcare

Mckinsey and Company

Advances in women’s healthcare are accelerating, with implications for investors and stakeholders across the value chain and beyond.

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How To Host A Successful Online Event As A Financial Advisor

Truelytics

Modern Financial Advisor Podcast ·. Episode 75 - How To Host A Successful Online Event As A Financial Advisor. A couple of weeks ago an invitation for an online event called RIA Labs landed in my inbox. The event is the first in a series hosted by InvestmentNews and the topic of helping RIAs "future-proof" their tech stack caught my eye. So, I reached out to Jeff Benjamin , Senior Columnist at InvestmentNews and Co-Chair of the event to see if he would be willing to come on the show as a guest.

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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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Lockheed Martin’s Joe Landon on the emerging space economy

Mckinsey and Company

We may be approaching an age in which companies conduct business in orbit or on the moon, says Lockheed Martin executive Joe Landon.

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Subcontracting vs. Adding Employees - How to Decide What is Best

BV Specialists

Business owners who are enjoying steady growth over time with their sales volume moving ever upward will eventually need to determine whether it makes sense to subcontract out the extra work or consider bringing in a new hire on a part-time or full-time basis. This decision depends greatly on the type of business you own, in that certain jobs involve tasks that can be accomplished from home or in the field, while others require the need to train and work within an office or factory environment.

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Greenberg Traurig February 2022 Competition Currents: the UK and the EU

National Law Review M&A

Greenberg Traurig's International Trade & Investment Practice Jurisdiction: United Kingdom European Union Type of Law: Administrative & Regulatory Corporate & Business Organizations Mergers & Acquisitions Global

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How to Choose Your Investment Niche

Financial Analyst Insider

So, you’ve finally come to the decision to dabble in the world of investing. Investing is a sector that can yield plenty of financial gain, The post How to Choose Your Investment Niche appeared first on Financial Analyst Insider.

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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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Greenberg Traurig Competition Currents February 2022: the Netherlands, Poland and Italy

National Law Review M&A

Greenberg Traurig's International Trade & Investment Practice Jurisdiction: Netherlands Poland Italy Type of Law: Antitrust & Trade Regulation Corporate & Business Organizations Criminal Law / Business Crimes Global Mergers & Acquisitions

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More Deals and higher Volumes in the European Life Sciences Sector

Fox Corporate Finance

Transaction volume exceeds the EUR 13bn watermark of 2021 Another increase for 2022 can be expected Munich, February 14th, 2022 – The number of investments in the European life sciences sector rose in 2021 up. Read more. The post More Deals and higher Volumes in the European Life Sciences Sector appeared first on FCF Fox Corporate Finance GmbH.

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Greenberg Traurig February 2022 Competition Currents: China and Japan

National Law Review M&A

Greenberg Traurig's International Trade & Investment Practice Jurisdiction: China Japan Type of Law: Administrative & Regulatory Biotech, Food, Drug Criminal Law / Business Crimes Corporate & Business Organizations Global Mergers & Acquisitions

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‘New era’ for compliance takes shape

Private Funds CFO

'A lot of smaller and mid-market funds have no idea what’s about to happen – and even when it happens, they still may not have any idea,' expert worries.

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What to Consider When Coming Up With an Exit Strategy

Quantive

Exit planning affects all aspects of a business: legal structure, revenue models, […]

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Data and privacy should be a top due diligence focus, particular with technology M&A

Private Funds CFO

Data risk: are you acquiring an asset or a liability?

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Valuation Decision Finds LLC “Worthless, Worthless, Worthless”

Farrel Fritz

The chorus to one of Neil Young’s most sublime songs is “ Helpless, helpless, helpless.”. If composed in song, the chorus to a recent valuation decision by Manhattan Commercial Division Justice Andrea J. Masley would be “ Worthless, worthless, worthless.”. Justice Masley’s valuation decision in Quattro Parent LLC v Rakib , 2022 NY Slip Op 30190(U) [Sup Ct, NY County Jan. 14, 2022] is noteworthy for two reasons.

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New financial corruption regulations mean firms must update compliance programs

Private Funds CFO

‘New era’ for compliance takes shape.