Lighter Capital

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

We are proud to be appointed by the Victorian Government to deliver the Victorian Venture Growth Fund (VGF). Startup Leaders Connect in Melbourne for Growth and Success Since 2020, our Australian portfolio and market presence have grown significantly. We are delighted to host an event that goes beyond just financial support.

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Banking Finance Marketability Equity 59

Reynolds Holding

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Topics of conversation will include the current state and future direction of the M&A market, the role of institutional investors and activists in dealmaking, recent SEC developments, and pertinent litigation developments. M&A Market: Current State and Future Direction. McCormick, Delaware Vice Chancellor Lori W.

Finance 128

Finance Marketability Corporate Finance 128

BV Specialists

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Proactively handling these eventualities is never a bad idea and is quite common for rapidly growing businesses that are frequently looking for new investors to manage capital funding requirements and add value. Is the partner or minority shareholder a key contributor to annual revenue?

Appraisal 80

Appraisal Business Valuation 80

Reynolds Holding

JULY 12, 2022

Stewardship has, along with sustainability, social equality, biodiversity, and climate risk management, emerged in recent years as a favorite buzzword in corporate governance and investment management circles. But the language used by investors to express stewardship objectives and practices varies significantly.

Marketability 119

Marketability 119

Lighter Capital

MAY 8, 2024

Your time is much better spent on building up your business to show future investors that your value proposition and offering has traction and resonates with a market. in other words, before you go on a quest to fund raise , focus on your customers and product-market fit. And how do you convince potential investors you have nailed it?

Marketability 104

Marketability Start-ups Banking 104

Brian DeChesare

DECEMBER 21, 2022

But let’s start with my favorite topic: “ranking” banks, schools, and maybe a TV series or three. We’re at the end of another year, and, in many ways, 2022 was quite disastrous. All these factors resulted in one of my worst years in terms of both business performance and portfolio performance…. but I found myself not caring that much.

Banking 90

Banking Start-ups Finance EBITDA 90

Benzinga

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

It profiles various industry players that have taken part in these deals and explores the synergies and future expansion plans of the newly formed entity. Vehicle leasing solves several challenges associated with organizations' mobility needs, such as vehicle funding, fleet maintenance, and residual value risk. Dublin, Feb.

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Mergers & Acquisitions Marketability 40

Reynolds Holding

JUNE 21, 2022

In the latest salvo, on 25 May the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted 3:1 to approve two proposals enhancing scrutiny of ESG funds and advisers’ ESG practices. These requirements would also extend to funds where the investment decisions incorporate one or more ESG factors. Overview of SEC proposals.

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Marketability Treasury Finance Compliance 83

Viking Mergers

MARCH 25, 2022

If word spreads that you are selling your business, it can raise concerns among your employees and your customers regarding the future of the business, even if the concerns are completely unfounded. Without proper direction, selling a business can quickly become overwhelming and chaotic. Selling a Business Checklist: #1 Gather Advisors.

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Business Valuation Marketability EBITDA Finance 245

Brian DeChesare

JUNE 26, 2023

We are making major changes to the main BIWS financial modeling course in a few days, which I also wanted to announce directly on this site. You can read the full details here , but the TL;DR is that you get a much better deal if you sign up before Friday, June 30 th because you’ll gain access to the 3 courses for $397.

Start-ups 59

Start-ups Equity Banking Finance 59

Reynolds Holding

OCTOBER 19, 2022

However, the university may not itself fund much of the salary. This supplemental compensation is often funded through these media and sponsorship contracts. In effect, we are positing that managers view their compensation as the discounted present value of future expected payoffs over the life of a contract.

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Firm Value Marketability 59

Brian DeChesare

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In some ways, prep for VC interviews is easier because you don’t have to learn or memorize many technical topics, but in some ways, it’s harder since you have to do lots of firm-specific research. No Right or Wrong Answers – Some technical questions have correct answers, but many market and investment ones do not. Q: Why venture capital?

Start-ups 59

Start-ups Equity Marketability Terminal Value 59

Brian DeChesare

MARCH 9, 2022

Instead, they spend most of their time on: Fundraising – They raise funds, wine and dine the Limited Partners, and convince them to invest in bigger and newer funds. Or, more specifically, they want to become Venture Capital Partners. you drink piña coladas served to you by mermaids and unicorns….

Finance 83

Finance Start-ups Equity Marketability 83

ThomsonReuters

APRIL 18, 2023

For firms, this means having the right tools and resources in place for easy access to practical insight and expertise on accounting topics that are complex, undergoing changes, or challenging to apply. Therefore, preparing financial statements that are in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP or U.S.

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Finance Intangible Assets Fair Market Value Compliance 52

ThomsonReuters

MAY 1, 2023

As the acceptance of cryptocurrency continues to grow, more and more clients are seeking guidance in navigating the intricate complexities of virtual money. To ensure your firm can meet the needs of these clients, it is essential for your staff to be equipped with a basic understanding of digital currency.

Start-ups 59

Start-ups Technology Equity Marketability 59

ThomsonReuters

JULY 25, 2023

Thomson Reuters asked Malloy and Wing for further guidance on the topic. Thomson Reuters: If a business has plans to implement any system changes now or in the near future, should indirect tax (IDT) automation be considered? Wing: Outside factors beyond a company’s control tend to influence decision-making inside.

Start-ups 93

Start-ups Technology Compliance Finance 93

Equidam

JANUARY 26, 2023

” Eric Bahn , Co-Founder & General Partner of Hustle Fund Is the founder going to present the bull case for their company? For a long time, the standard has been for founders to let their lead investor worry about deal terms like valuation. Perhaps what we’re really talking about here is pricing, not valuation.

Fair Market Value 72

Fair Market Value Marketability Equity 72

ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 3, 2022

The SEC warned in CF Disclosure Guidance: Topic No. Supply-chain finance is nothing new; it’s been?around around for decades. We saw an uptick in its use after the 2008 financial crisis. And Carillion suffered a similar fate in 2018 when it filed for insolvency after crumbling under the weight of $2 billion of debt, a?significant

Finance 98

Finance Compliance Banking 98

Equidam

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Valuing a startup can feel like plotting a course in the dark, as you try to reconcile significant uncertainty and risk with a clear-headed financial assessment. This narrative serves not only as a beacon for potential investors but also as a roadmap for founders, guiding them towards achieving their ambitions with clarity and precision.

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Private Equity Firm Marketability EBITDA Equity 61

Reynolds Holding

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”) is a new framework that requires companies to include a large body of sustainability information in their annual reporting, in accordance with the detailed European Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ESRS”), combined with external “assurance” of the information provided.

Equity 45

Equity Private Equity Firm Finance Start-ups 45

Value Scope

JULY 21, 2020

It was a hot topic before the COVID pandemic, in discussions to measure and value how companies engaged in sustainable and societally beneficial activities. It will return as a topic across the business, regulatory, and investment communities again soon. Click to Download: ESG Valuation Considerations – Top Down or Bottom Up?

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Intangible Assets Beta Alpha Unlevered Beta 130

Equidam

MAY 2, 2022

But raising sooner means raising at a lower valuation, giving away more equity, reducing motivation and leverage for the future. Founders can follow a pretty solid roadmap once they decide to pull the trigger, but how do you know when the time is right? 12 Months w/ 50% cushion = 18 months. Milestones. Fundraising according to Industry.

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Start-ups Equity B2C Technology 84

ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 30, 2023

Payroll on Checkpoint examined 133 pieces of payroll-related state legislation across the nation to spot the top ten hot topics that are being tackled in the current legislative session. Minimum wage With over 32 bills so far introduced on the topic, the minimum wage is a perennial favorite for state legislators. per hour by 2027.

Marketability 105

Marketability 105

Equidam

JUNE 10, 2022

The startup should share the same future potential, in terms of industry, market, pricing power, and potential growth. In 2013 equity crowdfunding was making headlines as the new frontier for startup investment. Equidam was founded around that time, and saw significant traction in this new market. Especially when it comes to valuation.

Start-ups 92

Start-ups Equity Marketability 92

Brian DeChesare

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

I never expected to revisit the topic of bulge bracket banks so quickly because the full list changes slowly, and we updated it a few years ago. But the events of 2023, including the UBS acquisition of Credit Suisse and the rise of firms like Wells Fargo, Jefferies, and RBC, have shaken up the traditional list. What is a “Bulge Bracket Bank”?

Banking 104

Banking Start-ups Finance Equity 104

Audit Board

AUGUST 10, 2023

The “S” in ESG covers civil rights; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); human rights; human capital, and even healthcare-related topics. The “S” in ESG covers civil rights; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); human rights; human capital, and even healthcare-related topics.

Compliance 52

Compliance Start-ups Data Analysis Equity 52

Benzinga

OCTOBER 26, 2022

's mortgage funds. T he increased focus and resources resulting fro m this transaction, w ill place us in a better position for the future growth of the company." . T he increased focus and resources resulting fro m this transaction, w ill place us in a better position for the future growth of the company." .

Marketability 40

Marketability Dividends Start-ups Banking 40

ThomsonReuters

JUNE 9, 2023

The findings demonstrate an alarming level of attrition among these individuals, which could have serious implications for the future of DEI in the accounting field. This is a unique development when compared to other underrepresented identities, as it has not been seen in such numbers before.

Accounting Firms 98

Accounting Firms Data Analysis Compliance Finance 98

Reynolds Holding

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

2] The SEC has not and likely will not issue specific rulemaking or guidance on which cryptocurrencies and NFT projects fall within its purview, but caselaw on the topic is emerging. The value of assets on the blockchain has soared to billions of dollars, stored everywhere from Bitcoin to Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs to play-to-earn gaming.

Marketability 52

Marketability Finance 52

Brian DeChesare

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

A normal exchange accepts customer funds, earns commissions on trades, and keeps all customer funds available 1:1 to meet withdrawals. FTX, on the other hand, had taken customer funds and used them to prop up its failing hedge fund, Alameda Research, and make speculative bets on tokens and companies that are now worthless.

Start-ups 52

Start-ups Banking Finance Technology 52

Brian DeChesare

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Also, there are still misconceptions about the financial modeling in the group, the hours, the exit opportunities, and other topics, so this updated article will address all of those: Definitions: What is Public Finance Investment Banking? One of the more controversial industry groups is public finance investment banking.

Finance 65

Finance Banking Equity Marketability 65

ThomsonReuters

AUGUST 2, 2021

If the SPAC requires additional funds to complete the merger, it may issue debt or additional shares, such as a private investment in public equity (PIPE). . If the SPAC doesn’t move in on a target company within the applicable timeframe, it is liquidated, and the funds raised are returned to investors. SPACs 101 . Bumps in the road.

Corporate Finance 52

Corporate Finance Equity Finance Compliance 52

ISA

AUGUST 30, 2022

In Florida, where I practice, there are Florida Statutes, Chapter 744 for Guardianship, where one can look up the statutes on topics such as powers and duties of a guardian, conflicts of interest, prohibited activities, court approval, and breach of fiduciary duty. 8/29/2022 12:00:00 AM. It is at once entertaining and disturbing to watch.

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Appraisal Fair Market Value Liquidation Value Marketability 75

Reynolds Holding

JANUARY 10, 2023

Both anticipated and less expected changes occurred across the ESG landscape in 2022. Anticipated changes included regulatory developments across the globe, including in the US, the UK, and the EU. In 2023, investors, customers, regulators, and other key stakeholders are expected to continue to demand corporate responsiveness on ESG issues.

Start-ups 56

Start-ups Marketability Banking Finance 56

Brian DeChesare

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Banks like to test this topic because it’s a quick way to assess who’s proficient in Excel, accounting, and financial modeling. We did this mostly to save time : entering the historical information and setting up the formatting, layout, etc., usually takes at least 30 minutes and sometimes up to several hours. What is a 3-Statement Model?

Dividends 72

Dividends Start-ups Finance Equity 72

Reynolds Holding

MAY 18, 2022

Good morning, Chairman Quigley, Ranking Member Womack, and members of the Subcommittee. I’m honored to appear before you for the second time as Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission. It is good to be here alongside Federal Trade Commission Chair Khan. The Gold Standard of Capital Markets. We were in the midst of the Great Depression.

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Marketability Finance Corporate Finance Technology 59

Equilest

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

These examples cover a range of topics, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, comparable company analysis (CCA), and market multiples. Explore the depths of valuation interview questions and answers in our comprehensive guide. Click the link below to embark on a journey of financial discovery.

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Discounted Cash Flow Dividends Enterprise Value Terminal Value 52