Harvard Corporate Governance
JUNE 29, 2023
Posted by David A. Cifrino, McDermott Will & Emery LLP, on Thursday, June 29, 2023 Editor's Note: David A. Cifrino is Counsel at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. This post is based on his MWE memorandum. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
JUNE 27, 2023
A McKinsey study shows that software developers can complete coding tasks up to twice as fast with generative AI. Four actions can maximize productivity and minimize risks.
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Musings on Markets
JUNE 23, 2023
I will start this post with a couple of confessions. The first is that my portfolio has held up well this year, in a market that has been top-heavy and tech-driven, and one big reason is that it contains both NVIDIA and Microsoft, two companies that have benefited from the AI story. The second is that much as I would like to claim credit for foresight and forward thinking, AI was not even a speck in my imagination when I bought these stocks (Microsoft in 2014 and NVIDIA in 2018).
Financial Times M&A
JUNE 2, 2023
News, analysis and comment from the Financial Times, the worldʼs leading global business publication
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.
Benzinga
JUNE 23, 2023
Tilray (NASDAQ: TLRY ) is making bold moves to secure a profitable future, and its latest acquisition of HEXO Corp. (NASDAQ: HEXO ) has solidified its position as Canada's top cannabis company with a 44% market share boost, expanding its market share by 467 basis points. Despite a challenging market, the strategic combination of Tilray and HEXO is expected to drive revenue growth and create significant opportunities for increased margins and earnings, with projected annualized cost savings o
Brian DeChesare
JUNE 21, 2023
Investment banking in Dubai stands out for attracting remarkable hype on social media. You’ll find influencers on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and other sites constantly praising Dubai and claiming it’s the best place to work or start a business. It’s almost like the city has its own PR department and never-ending marketing campaign. If you’re interested in the Middle East or have connections to the region, all this hype has probably made you wonder about finance careers there.
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Mckinsey and Company
JUNE 8, 2023
Consumers already know what they want at the intersection of virtual and physical retail. It’s up to companies to evolve their strategies to capture growth and long-term value.
ThomsonReuters
JUNE 16, 2023
Many of today’s accounting professionals have a new perspective on when and how they want to work. Are firms heeding the call? The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic forced countless businesses, including accounting firms, to go remote essentially overnight due to mandated shutdowns and stay-at-home orders. Now with the public health emergency officially over , the shift to more remote work has become the new normal.
Financial Times M&A
JUNE 7, 2023
News, analysis and comment from the Financial Times, the worldʼs leading global business publication
Benchmark Report
JUNE 2, 2023
Vertical Integration Vertical integration is a strategy that involves a company expanding its operations into other stages of its supply chain. This means that a company takes control of its suppliers, distributors, or both. Vertical integration can be achieved in two ways, either through backward integration or forward integration.
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
JUNE 29, 2023
A SPAC merger linked to the media arm of former President Donald Trump has several parties being investigated for insider trading. The SPAC merger has faced many setbacks since being announced in October 2021. What Happened: A merger between Donald Trump’s Trump Media & Technology Group and Digital World Acquisition Corporation (NASDAQ: DWAC ) has seen several delays in its approval and merger vote date since it was announced.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JUNE 22, 2023
Posted by Eliezer M. Fich (Drexel University), Robert Parrino (University of Texas at Austin), and Anh L. Tran (City University of London) , on Thursday, June 22, 2023 Editor's Note: Eliezer M. Fich is Professor of Finance at Drexel University LeBow College of Business, Robert Parrino is Professor of Finance at the University of Texas at Austin, and Anh L.
Mckinsey and Company
JUNE 27, 2023
Technology companies are shedding the very talent that incumbent players need to meet their own digital objectives. Here’s what HR teams in traditional organizations can do to capitalize.
ThomsonReuters
JUNE 16, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) has proven that it is a far cry from just a buzzword. Over the years, AI in accounting has increasingly gained traction and, going forward, it will continue to transform the tax and accounting profession. Is your firm ready? Like many industries, the accounting profession is exploring how AI can improve efficiencies and help strained firms better serve clients.
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.
Law 360 M&A
JUNE 26, 2023
The war for talent raged on into 2022 even as business in some areas began to slow, with law firms bolstering their ranks as well as their strategies for weathering the economic headwinds.
Rhythm Systems
JUNE 26, 2023
If you haven’t already held your planning session for the coming quarter, consider this your friendly nudge to get it scheduled as soon as possible. Despite how the first half of the year has gone for your team, now’s the time to empower your team to finish out the second half of 2023 strong.
Benzinga
JUNE 28, 2023
Microsoft's bold $69 billion bid to acquire gaming giant Activision Blizzard has sparked a legal battle with the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which argues that this merger could hinder competition in the online gaming market. Parallel to this legal conflict, Microsoft's stock price is wrestling with the $350 mark, a resistance level that has stood firm since November 2021.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JUNE 13, 2023
Posted by U.S. Representative Sean Casten (IL-06), and U.S. Representative Juan Vargas (CA-52), on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 Editor's Note: U.S. Representative Sean Casten (IL-06), and U.S. Representative Juan Vargas (CA-52) are members of the House Financial Services Committee. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
JUNE 2, 2023
A new McKinsey report reveals how organizations are faring in a post-COVID-19 world. Here, two of its coauthors offer suggestions for managing through the uncertainty.
Norman Marks
JUNE 25, 2023
This is the story of a lady who: Saw her parents lose their home and have to rely on relatives for shelter and for work. Was raised as a Jewish woman in pre-war North London at a time of rabid anti-Semitism.
Lighter Capital
JUNE 20, 2023
In March 2020, Lighter Capital's entire team transitioned from a decade of working in a traditional office in Seattle to embracing the remote-only model. Today, the team is spread across four continents and nine countries and our clients span across the U.S. and Australia. In this ever-evolving landscape of remote and hybrid work, Lighter Capital has actively sought innovative ways to foster team building, inspire creativity, and solidify its goals and strategies.
Rhythm Systems
JUNE 30, 2023
Many people are turning to artificial intelligence tools to get the job done regarding content writing. One such tool is ChatGPT, a general-purpose chatbot that claims to assist with a wide range of tasks, including creating social media posts, generating blog ideas, and even writing entire marketing plans.
Benzinga
JUNE 26, 2023
Manchester United PLC (NYSE: MANU ) is about to get sold. What Happened : "The results [of the sale] from a bidder perspective will already be known" by the time the football club reports earnings on June 27 , an M&A advisor tells Benzinga. The likely winner of the Manchester auction is Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar, who reportedly made a final bid earlier this month.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JUNE 19, 2023
Posted by Donald J. Kochan (George Mason University), on Monday, June 19, 2023 Editor's Note: Donald J. Kochan is a Professor of Law and the Executive Director of the Law & Economics Center at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School. This post is based on his recent piece. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance (discussed on the Forum here ) by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
JUNE 5, 2023
A chatbot may not take your job—but it will almost certainly change it. Here’s how to start thinking about putting gen AI to work for you.
Benchmark Report
JUNE 15, 2023
Benchmark International is pleased to announce Vogl Venture's acquisition of eLogger. eLogger is an innovative software developer focused on providing electronic logbook solutions for electric utilities, water utilities, oil & gas companies, and other industrial operations. Founder Ron Vogl has decades of experience wearing many hats in his industry.
Law 360 M&A
JUNE 12, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission on Monday expanded its challenge to Microsoft's planned purchase of Activision Blizzard by asking a California federal court to block the merger while an in-house case plays out.
Rhythm Systems
JUNE 27, 2023
For companies that commence their fiscal year in July, the annual strategic planning process takes on a unique significance. It sets the tone for the year ahead and paves the way for scaling the organization effectively. To achieve sustainable growth, it is crucial to establish an iterative annual planning process that incorporates quarterly planning.
Benzinga
JUNE 29, 2023
A leaked document accidentally revealed the revenue generated by the Call of Duty franchise on Sony Group Corp.'s (NYSE: SONY ) PlayStation platforms. The document was initially submitted as evidence in the ongoing legal proceedings between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT ) regarding its proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard Inc.
Harvard Corporate Governance
JUNE 19, 2023
Posted by Shaun Mathew and Daniel Wolf, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, on Monday, June 19, 2023 Editor's Note: Shaun J. Mathew and Daniel E. Wolf are Partners at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. This post is based on a Kirkland & Ellis memorandum by Mr. Mathew, Mr. Wolf, Sarkis Jebejian , Eric L. Schiele , Erin Nealy Cox , Bob M. Hayward and several other Kirkland partners.
Mckinsey and Company
JUNE 14, 2023
Digital transformation is the rewiring of an organization, with the goal of creating value by continuously deploying tech at scale.
Meade & Moore
JUNE 9, 2023
Back in October, we touched on the question of “What’s taking so long to get my ERC Refund?”. At that time, the backlog of unprocessed filings was around 200,000. Here we are over 7 months later, and that backlog has ballooned to almost 1,000,000! IRS Commissioner Werfel has committed to increasing the number of claims processed per week from 20,000 to 50,000 to try and work through this backlog, but there hasn’t been definitive process made up to this point.
Appraisers Blog
JUNE 7, 2023
In reply to Don Orttenburger. What about the Statue of limitations. OR what about the worth of the signee, or whether or not he has insurance. Liability can be defended by a defendant, an insurance co. or not. A legal document can be almost anything thing Look at Trump or Biden, or Hillary. Appraisers MUST defend themselves and also most professionals who keep a successful reputation.
Rhythm Systems
JUNE 29, 2023
In working with hundreds of mid-market CEOs as a consultant at Rhythm Systems, I often get asked about KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and OKRs ( Objectives and Key Results ). As a data nerd, I love having these discussions and helping our clients rank the top in their industry. Often, I find they are really asking, “How can I fix my weekly staff meeting to have a data-driven discussion that helps me exceed my goals?
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