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Comment on Appraisal Regulation Compliance Council Exposes Disturbing AMC Violations by Albert Vernon

Appraisers Blog

This is very Good stuff and one that is good for freedom of speech. It is nice to know that there is a platform where appraisers can vent or even rant on issues other than the appraising of real property. This certainly can help to broaden the horizon of appraisers.

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Re-Thinking The Hostility Towards Dual-Class Share Structures: When Dual-Class Shares Work Better

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Jeffrey Sonnenfeld (Yale University) and Steven Tian (Yale University), on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Jeffrey Sonnenfeld is the Senior Associate Dean for Leadership Studies and Lester Crown Professor in the Practice of Management, and Steven Tian is the Research Director of the Yale Chief Executive Leadership Institute , both at the Yale School of Management.

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Global Farmer Insights 2024

Mckinsey and Company

Farmers are increasingly prioritizing productivity. A shift toward operations-focused solutions underscores a broader trend in agriculture, where efficiency and sustainability are becoming paramount.

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US IPO Market Picks Up Steam As Election Looms

Global Finance

Offerings are bouncing back, as the upcoming US election creates opportunities and risk. The US IPO market is seeing renewed momentum as the 2024 presidential election approaches, with investors and analysts eyeing potential opportunities ahead. Last week marked the busiest period for IPOs since February, with four out of five companies successfully pricing their offerings and raising a combined $1.1 billion.

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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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Why Investment Banking? How to Answer the Most Boring But Persistent Interview Question of All Time

Brian DeChesare

“Why investment banking?” is not only one of the most common questions in interviews but also one of the most incorrectly answered ones. An older version of this article from ~15 years ago addressed this question, and you can find dozens of other articles that suggest answers. But most coverage suggests generic answers about wanting to learn a lot, liking financial analysis or valuation, or wanting to “understand different industries.

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2024 Annual Corporate Directors Survey: Uncertainty and transformation in the modern boardroom

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Ray Garcia, Paul DeNicola, and Catie Hall, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Sunday, October 13, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Paul DeNicola is a Principal, and Catie Hall is a Director at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Introduction Historically, a looming presidential election has had notable impacts for corporate boards and their agendas, necessitating scenario planning for potential regulatory shifts.

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Washington Post C.E.O. Elevates Deal-Making to a Top Priority

NYT M&A

Will Lewis has said he has a mandate from the paper’s owner, Jeff Bezos, to grow the business, including through acquisitions.

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The Power of Partnership for Financial Institutions 

Global Finance

The need for partnership can be seen through both a global and regional context. No bank or financial institution has a fully comprehensive global suite of services and a local or regional partner can support areas of non-core strength. No matter the geopolitical noise, the world remains highly connected and customers expect to be served seamlessly across markets.

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Navigating the Emissions Landscape: Uneven Paths to Decarbonization

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Subodh Mishra, ISS STOXX, on Thursday, October 17, 2024 Editor's Note: Subodh Mishra is Global Head of Communications at ISS STOXX. This post is based on an ISS-Corporate memorandum by Kosmas Papadopoulos, Head of Sustainability Advisory-Americas; Mikiko Ollison, Vice President for Sustainability Advisory; and Rudy Kwack, Senior Associate for Sustainability Advisory at ISS-Corporate.

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Accelerating chemical revenues in the era of gen AI

Mckinsey and Company

Industry players are standing up “win rooms” to mobilize frontline sales and subsequently modernize their operating models to capture the full benefits of generative AI.

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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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Pop Culture Docket: Justice Lebovits On Gilbert And Sullivan

Law 360 M&A

Characters in the 19th century comic operas of Gilbert and Sullivan break the rules of good lawyering by shamelessly throwing responsible critical thought to the wind, providing hilarious lessons for lawyers and judges on how to avoid a surfeit of traps and tribulations, say acting New York Supreme Court Justice Gerald Lebovits and law student Tara Scown.

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Future-Ready Financial Institutions

Global Finance

A modern financial institution (FI) faces a challenging environment but a beguiling opportunity in Asia. Asia is the engine room of world economic momentum: it will account for 60% of global growth in 2024, according to the IMF, and has 60% of the world’s population. But it is also challenging to navigate. In addition to cultural and economic diversity, Asia also places great demands for leading-edge digital technology on FIs, with an increasing insistence on instant, low-friction services and r

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Gender Diversity in the C-suite: Women’s representation in the 2024 S&P 100

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Margot McShane and Hetty Pye, Russell Reynolds Associates, on Friday, October 18, 2024 Editor's Note: Margot McShane and Hetty Pye are Co-Leaders of the firm’s Board & CEO Advisory Partners at Russell Reynolds Associates. This post is based on a Russell Reynolds memorandum by Ms. McShane, Ms. Pye, Tom Handcock, and Leah Christenson. In March of 2024, S&P Global published an alarming report : for the first time in two decades, C-suite women lost seats in the S&P Total Mark

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LAPORTE NAMED TO 2024 NEIGHBORHOOD FAVES

LaPorte

Houston, TX 10/10/24 – LaPorte is proud to announce that the firm has been voted as a 2024 Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave in Houston, TX. This… The post LAPORTE NAMED TO 2024 NEIGHBORHOOD FAVES first appeared on LaPorte.

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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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Microsoft Settles Antitrust Lawsuit Filed By Gamers Over Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Benzinga

Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT ) settled an antitrust lawsuit filed by a group of gamers opposing its $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. This 2022 lawsuit raised concerns about the potential monopolistic consequences of the merger on the video game industry. The case, which was dismissed with prejudice, cannot be refiled, according to The Wrap.

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Disaster And Opportunity

Global Finance

Natural disasters are dramatically impacting Latin American economies. But the region could become a global leader in boosting green solutions. The year 2023 cost Latin American economies an estimated $20 billion in destruction from natural calamities: the highest total since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico in 2017. Numbers-wise, the regional impact and cost are in line with such events elsewhere on the planet.

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From the Ballot to the Boardroom: Lessons Learned From Election Disinformation Efforts

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Naureen Kabir, Teneo, on Monday, October 14, 2024 Editor's Note: Naureen Kabir is a Managing Director at Teneo. This post is based on her Teneo memorandum. Election-related disinformation campaigns have become a staple of modern election cycles, both in the U.S. and globally. Whether driven by foreign influence operations or domestic political or extremist groups, disinformation efforts are now an election mainstay.

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5 key IRS audit triggers and how corporations can minimize their risk

LaPorte

(authored by RSM US LLP) Identify key IRS audit triggers for corporations and learn how to stay compliant and avoid costly penalties. The post 5 key IRS audit triggers and how corporations can minimize their risk first appeared on LaPorte.

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A Guide to Understanding Dynamic Risk Management (DRM)

N Contracts

Many financial institutions (FIs) view risk assessments as one-time or annual occurrences. They gather the documentation necessary, assess risks and controls, and assume that's it.

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Value creation priorities shaping medtech

Mckinsey and Company

With pandemic-related volatility subsiding, the strategies separating industry leaders from their peers are coming into focus.

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2024 Stewardship Investor Survey – Maximizing Engagement: What Investors Want

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Ray Garcia, Matt DiGuiseppe, and Paul DeNicola, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Editor's Note: Ray Garcia is a Leader, Matt DiGuiseppe is Managing Director, and Paul DeNicola is a Principal at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. This post is based on their PwC memorandum. Stewardship survey at a glance: Investors believe the stewardship work they do can impact investment performance 72% of investors expect their stewardship activities to have an impact on investment

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5 key IRS audit triggers and how partnerships can minimize their risk

LaPorte

(authored by RSM US LLP) Explore five critical IRS audit triggers for partnerships and discover strategies to stay compliant and minimize tax risks. The post 5 key IRS audit triggers and how partnerships can minimize their risk first appeared on LaPorte.

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Recordkeeping for Tax Purposes

Machen McChesney

Any recordkeeping system that suits you and your company and clearly shows your income and expenses is OK with the IRS. It's the business you're in that affects the type of records you need to keep for federal tax purposes.

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Responsible AI: A business imperative for telcos

Mckinsey and Company

Telcos that use responsible AI frameworks can unlock new revenue streams and spur long-awaited growth.

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2024 Proxy Season Review: Corporate Resilience in a Polarized Landscape

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Merel Spierings, The Conference Board, on Saturday, October 12, 2024 Editor's Note: Merel Spierings is a Senior Researcher at The Conference Board. This post is based on The Conference Board, Russell Reynolds Associates, and Rutgers Law School memorandum by Ms. Spierings and Matteo Tonello. The 2024 proxy season was marked by increased partisanship and political uncertainty, making shareholder proposals even more contentious compared to the past.

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5 key IRS audit triggers and how wealthy individuals can minimize their risk

LaPorte

(authored by RSM US LLP) Discover five key IRS audit triggers for high-net-worth individuals. Learn how to navigate scrutiny and avoid common tax risks. The post 5 key IRS audit triggers and how wealthy individuals can minimize their risk first appeared on LaPorte.

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DOJ Fines Credit Union for $6.5 Million in Redlining Settlement

N Contracts

Redlining is a credit union problem, too. That’s the clear message the Department of Justice sent this month in its first-ever redlining settlement with a credit union.

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Tech-enabling operations: What is the next unlock?

Mckinsey and Company

Today’s significant operational transformations are harnessing the power of AI. McKinsey’s senior partner Azam Mohammad shares what high-performing companies are doing to capture the full impact.

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2024 proxy season review

Harvard Corporate Governance

Posted by Chuck Callan and Mike Donowitz, Broadridge, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Editor's Note: Chuck Callan is a Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Mike Donowitz is a Vice President Regulatory Affairs at Broadridge Financial Solutions. This post is based on their Broadridge memorandum. Highlights from the 2024 proxy season Across both retail and institutional segments of shareholders, there was an increase in voting support for corporate directors and Say-on-Pay, along with a con

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Q3 2024 Economic and M&A Middle Market Update

Butcher Joseph & Co.

Jeff Buettner discusses the latest economic trends, market updates, and all things M&A in Q3 2024. The post Q3 2024 Economic and M&A Middle Market Update appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

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Secondary sales of private equity stakes set for record levels amid cash crunch

Financial Times M&A

Once-niche market sees surge in activity with investors looking for an exit from ageing assets as deal activity slumps

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Reimagining US employer health benefits with innovative plan designs

Mckinsey and Company

The US employer health benefits market has the opportunity to attract some 12 million members by offering innovative products that promise at least 10 percent savings and enhanced member experiences.

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Preparing for the 2024 Tax Season

Machen McChesney

There are many tax uncertainties to consider as we face the end of 2024. Chief among them is whether proposals from the presidential candidates will affect our taxes; new legislation may be enacted this year, or changes may occur that will be retroactive.

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9 Customer Success Metrics for Growing SaaS Startups

Lighter Capital

Sometimes it feels like there is an overwhelming number of metrics you should be tracking for your SaaS startup. They all have their place , but customer success metrics provide some of the most actionable insights for building successful SaaS products. Revenue, churn, engagement, and satisfaction metrics help quantify customer behaviors that tell you what to prioritize and improve upon in order to monitor the health of your customer base and build a strong foundation that enables you to scale y