Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 20, 2022
Posted by Florian Ederer (Yale) and Bruno Pellegrino (University of Maryland), on Friday, May 20, 2022 Editor's Note: Florian Ederer is Associate Professor of Economics at the Yale University School of Management, and Bruno Pellegrino is Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Maryland’s Smith School of Business. This post is based on their recent paper.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 19, 2022
Exponentially more powerful machines could make possible major reductions in emissions, putting the goal of limiting global warming within reach.
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Accounting Web
MAY 17, 2022
Bookkeeping How Women are Overcoming Bias in Bookkeeping.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 19, 2022
Unfortunately, businesses often make assumptions about what their clients want. Sometimes they miss the mark, which can lead to misunderstandings, unmet expectations, and potentially dissatisfied clients who eventually take their business elsewhere. “When a firm, or any other business, has been doing things the same way for 10, 20, or 30 years — and it has worked for 10, 20, or 30 years — there are blind spots,” said Greg Pope, Vice President of Marketing at SurePrep.
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
MAY 16, 2022
Posted by Pam Greene, David Kritz, and Anna Barrera, Aon plc, on Monday, May 16, 2022 Editor's Note: Pam Greene is Partner, David Kritz is Associate Partner, and Anna Barrera is Senior ESG Consultant at Aon plc. This post is based on an Aon memorandum by Ms. Greene, Mr. Kritz, Ms. Barrera, and Grant Hinrichsen. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Stakeholder Capitalism in the Time of COVID , by Lucian Bebchuk, Kobi Kastiel, and Roberto Tallarita (discussed on the
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 18, 2022
The potential effect of advanced analytics on grocery retail is great, but retailers will need to seize the opportunity.
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ThomsonReuters
MAY 17, 2022
Do you have clients working full- or part-time in the gig economy? Self-employed workers who drive for Uber or deliver food for DoorDash, who sell crafts and merchandise on Etsy, or who hire out their services on TaskRabbit? These budding entrepreneurs often get paid through mobile payment services like Venmo, Paypal or CashApp or get paid directly through the Uber or Doordash app.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 19, 2022
Posted by Benjamin Colton and Robert Walker, State Street Global Advisors, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 Editor's Note: Benjamin Colton is Global Head of Asset Stewardship (Voting & Engagement), and Robert Walker is the Global Head of Asset Stewardship (Strategy), at State Street Global Advisors. This post is based on their SSgA memorandum. Stewardship Activity Report.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 19, 2022
A new report reveals five actions that leaders can take to contribute to economic development, advance global security and sustainability, and make space a safe and globally accessible domain.
Accounting Web
MAY 19, 2022
Trends Accounting Technology Is at an Inflection Point.
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
Avanade
MAY 17, 2022
Avanade is announcing two services to enable organizations to drive value from the Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability and their existing investments in digital technologies.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 15, 2022
Posted by Edward D. Herlihy, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Sunday, May 15, 2022 Editor's Note: Edward D. Herlihy is partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on a Wachtell memorandum by Mr. Herlihy and Jacob A. Kling. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes Are M&A Contract Clauses Value Relevant to Target and Bidder Shareholders?
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 18, 2022
Low unemployment doesn’t seem to dispel the gloom about inflation, the McKinsey American Opportunity Survey shows.
Butcher Joseph & Co.
MAY 19, 2022
There are record numbers of Baby Boomers seeking to sell their business, and many are facing a common problem: their would-be heirs would rather have. The post The “Silver Tsunami” and its Effect on the M&A Landscape appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.
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.
Musings on Markets
MAY 20, 2022
In my last post , I discussed how inflation's return has changed the calculus for investors, looking at how inflation affects returns on different asset classes, and tracing out the consequences for equity values, in the aggregate. In general, higher and more volatile inflation has negative effects on all financial assets, from stocks to corporate bonds to treasury bonds, and neutral to positive effects on gold, collectibles and real assets.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 19, 2022
Posted by Robert Eccles (Oxford University), and Charlie Penner, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 Editor's Note: Robert G. Eccles is Visiting Professor of Management Practice at Oxford University Said Business School, and Charlie Penner is former head of impact engagement at JANA Partners and former head of active engagement at Engine No. 1. This post is based on their recent comment letter to the U.S.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 20, 2022
Organizations face an urgent need to overhaul their tech architecture and operating model to keep pace with the changing landscape. Five concrete actions can accelerate the transformation journey.
Financial Times M&A
MAY 14, 2022
State-controlled e&, formerly known as Etisalat, says it has no plans to make an offer for the British multinational
NYT M&A
MAY 20, 2022
Production problems in China and Elon Musk’s pursuit of Twitter are leading investors to wonder whether the electric car company is worth as much as they thought.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 18, 2022
Posted by Gary Gensler, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 Editor's Note: Gary Gensler is Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This post is based on his testimony before the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government. The views expressed in the post are those of Chair Gensler, and do not necessarily reflect those of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Staff.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 19, 2022
CFOs across industries and regions came together virtually to discuss the impact and the challenge of leading an agile transformation journey.
Viking Mergers
MAY 17, 2022
When selling a business, there is much more up for negotiation than just the purchase price. We believe that a well-informed seller is better equipped to make the right choices for themselves and their business. This is the first in a series of blogs dissecting the structure of business deals. When a buyer wants to purchase your business, they will present an offer document.
Appraisers Blog
MAY 20, 2022
VA Fee Panel – The Appraisal Institute does not believe that a move to a lender select program, such as those found in the conventional or FHA mortgage markets, would improve timeliness, nor would it be in the best interests of veterans. On May 18, the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity held a legislative hearing on the Discussion Draft of H.R. 7735, Improving Access to the VA Home Loan Act of 2022.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 19, 2022
Posted by Edward D. Herlihy, and Martin Lipton, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 Editor's Note: Edward D. Herlihy is partner and Martin Lipton is a founding partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. This post is based on a Wachtell memorandum by Mr. Herlihy and Mr. Lipton. Related research from the Program on Corporate Governance includes The Illusory Promise of Stakeholder Governance by Lucian A.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 20, 2022
How can we reclaim our relationship with anxiety, so it works for, and not against, us?
NYT M&A
MAY 20, 2022
The billionaire’s increasingly erratic behavior on Twitter distracts from the terrible math behind his bid to buy it.
Benzinga
MAY 20, 2022
Two companies in the psychedelics space have signed a definitive agreement to merge. Mycotopia Therapies Inc. (OTCPink: TPIA ) and Ei.Ventures Inc. have executed a previously-announced agreement by which they’ll give birth to a new entity called PSLY.com , which will become the parent company for both. Both companies are are working on research, development and commercialziation of naturally-produced psychedelics like psilocybin mushrooms.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 20, 2022
Posted by Jason Halper, Mark Beardsworth, and Duncan Grieve, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP, on Friday, May 20, 2022 Editor's Note: Jason Halper and Mark Beardsworth are partners and Duncan Grieve is special counsel at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP. This post is based on a Cadwalader memorandum by Mr. Halper, Mr. Beardsworth, Mr. Grieve, Kevin Roberts , Sara Bussiere, and Elizabeth Moore.
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 19, 2022
The invasion of Ukraine will, at least initially, complicate the transition path to a net-zero economy, but this tragic development could still prove to be a turning point in accelerating progress in the medium run.
NYT M&A
MAY 20, 2022
The world of deal making has always been rough and tumble. But Mr. Musk blows any predecessors away.
Avanade
MAY 20, 2022
Avanade and Accenture are at the Microsoft booth (Hall 4 – Stand E34), 2022 Hannover Messe event, with experts and demos showcasing industry cloud solutions in the Build More Agile Factories Zone.
Harvard Corporate Governance
MAY 18, 2022
Posted by Cydney Posner, Cooley LLP, on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 Editor's Note: Cydney S. Posner is special counsel at Cooley LLP. This post is based on her Cooley memorandum. As described in this press release , the SEC has filed a complaint against Vale S.A., a publicly traded (NYSE) Brazilian mining company and one of the world’s largest iron ore producers, charging that it made “false and misleading claims about the safety of its dams prior to the January 2019 collapse of its Brumadinho da
Mckinsey and Company
MAY 19, 2022
Access to financial services remains a significant barrier to prosperity for millions of Americans. How can businesses promote financial inclusion and support sustainable, inclusive growth more broadly?
Financial Times M&A
MAY 20, 2022
Deal comes after UK ad agency rejects lower offer from largest shareholder
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