Corporate Governance Can Be a Growth Strategy
Harvard Business Review
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
In order to attract new customers across South America, private asset management firm Capital SAFI strengthened its governance.
Corporate Governance and Growth Strategy at Capital SAFI
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Can strong corporate governance take Bolivia-based asset management firm Capital SAFI to the next level?
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Don’t Expect Justice When The Government Hauls You Into Court
Chief Executive
AUGUST 12, 2022
At first glance, it sounds like something out of the old Soviet Union, or China today: You are dragged into court by the government, only to have your case decided by a judge who works for the prosecution. . Congress grants them the authority to write and enforce complex regulations governing everything from aircraft safety to toilet design.
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Investing Responsibly: ESG and the Well-Intentioned Investor
UVA Darden
JANUARY 23, 2023
with its customers, workforce and communities), and its governance standards (e.g., with its customers, workforce and communities), and its governance standards (e.g., supported global network of signatory institutions, which currently represent over $120 trillion in assets under management.
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How Solvent Companies Leverage Bankruptcy to Resolve Lawsuits—And Why
Chief Executive
OCTOBER 28, 2022
Add in a sympathetic federal judge in Florida who stripped 3M of its most important defense—that it was a government contractor making a government-approved device—and 3M suddenly had a very big problem on its hands. Trial Tactics. Use and Abuse. 3M didn’t use the Texas Two-Step, and its caution may wind up costing it billions.
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How to Move a Board Into Action
Association Now Leadership
JANUARY 29, 2023
One theme that emerged as I was working on stories for the latest Associations Now Deep Dive on leadership is that acting fast isn’t necessarily an asset. Following a years-long process, in 2019 it approved a governance structure that widens its pipeline and is more inviting to a wider range of people in the profession.
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What You Need to Know about 401(k) Plans and Cryptocurrency
Zenefits
JULY 6, 2022
After all, crypto assets are known for instant gains and losses — not long-term holdings. However, world governments and financial regulators consider crypto to be a digital asset, not a real currency. Most assets in the traditional market provide limited returns. Buyers can get “safe” government bonds for 1 or 2%.
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Does Your Board Have A Culture Where Honest Debate Takes Place?
Chief Executive
APRIL 7, 2023
However, even when directors do resign quietly, intense discussions about governance issues and business strategy may have taken place behind closed doors. In an SEC 13-D filing ,they claimed they would seek changes “including, but not limited to, the replacement of the CEO, sale of non-core assets and enhancement of shareholder value.”
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SAMRIDH: Using Blended Finance Toward Quality Health Care in India
UVA Darden
AUGUST 26, 2022
In India, public spending in the health sector has been historically low, with the government contributing approximately 1.8 Fortunately, both government and the private sector acted constructively to address these gaps. Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India. Finance & Accounting. Maggie Morse. Convergence.
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Q&A: Recent Bank Failures Do Not Mean It’s 2008 All Over Again
UVA Darden
MARCH 20, 2023
Smith: The Silicon Valley Bank, or SVB, invested heavily in relatively “safe” assets, in that the investments had little or no likelihood of default. But the assets wouldn’t pay back for a long time, mostly 10 years or more. The bank also had long-dated assets. Once the run started, the FDIC had to step in and close the bank.
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Future-Proof Your Strategy: Capabilities Analysis
UVA Darden
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
Your capabilities as a business organization are the tangible and intangible assets or resources that you tap to create value. Similarly, the tool can help you determine certain assets or resources that are not so core to your strategy, which could therefore be outsourced to an external partner. . This installment follows Tool No.
Key Leadership Lessons from #ASAE22
Association Now Leadership
AUGUST 28, 2022
Beyond offering tips for improving strategies and tactics, or tweaking policies and processes, speakers at the 2022 ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo championed transparency as a crucial asset. Acknowledge the struggle. How many of them look like you?).
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School the World: Addressing the Education Crisis in Central America
UVA Darden
AUGUST 5, 2022
To address this education crisis, School the World joined forces with local governments and local community councils to build new infrastructure, improve morale and create trusting relationships with local stakeholders. Local Mayors and Governments. The Partnership. School the World’s Community Schools. The Partners. The Insight.
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The Power Of Financial Resilience
Chief Executive
APRIL 3, 2023
According to the Edelman Trust Barometer, 63 percent of workers worldwide believe information provided from their employer is credible—more believable than national government (55%), media reports (54%) and social media (36%). All told, we spent $14 billion to buy risk assets near market lows.
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Q&A: Recent Bank Failures Do Not Mean It’s 2008 All Over Again
UVA Darden
MARCH 20, 2023
Smith: The Silicon Valley Bank, or SVB, invested heavily in relatively “safe” assets, in that the investments had little or no likelihood of default. But the assets wouldn’t pay back for a long time, mostly 10 years or more. The bank also had long-dated assets. Once the run started, the FDIC had to step in and close the bank.
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The Flexible Method: How to Survive and Thrive Through the Next Crisis
Michael McKinney
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Look for hidden assets that you can repurpose. Take whatever the government offers and challenge them for more. That doesn’t mean spilling your guts. Protect Your Cash. Eliminate all unnecessary expenses. Talk with debtors, creditors, suppliers, and the bank. Negotiate flexible terms. Learn From History. Find other backers.
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The Leaders Our Companies Need: Lessons We Can Learn from Historical Luminaries
Michael McKinney
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
Dubbed “the Iron Lady,” she modernized Britain’s economy by putting almost all state assets up for sale, defeating trade unions, championing entrepreneurship and the financial sector, and creating the economic and social landscape Britain still has today. And as we face a global climate crisis, the reckoning with Thatcher’s legacy will grow.
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How to Ensure Your Organization’s Digital Transformation Succeeds
Michael McKinney
JANUARY 19, 2024
The driving force behind digital transformations is adopting and implementing digital technologies to processes, products, and assets to improve efficiency, enhance customer value, manage risk, and uncover new monetization opportunities.
Sustainability Reporting Is More Than A ‘Check-The-Box’ Compliance Exercise—It Is Becoming A Business Imperative
Chief Executive
APRIL 25, 2023
Much has been written about environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting, particularly with the SEC’s proposed climate disclosure rule covering climate-related risks, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, and assurance and financial impact disclosure of climate-related events and investments.
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Shareholder Proposals At Walmart, Netflix, Seek To Pressure Boards On Workers’ Rights
Chief Executive
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
Shareholder proposals recently filed with Walmart, CVS Pharmacy, Neflix, Doordash and Gannett are an indication that workers’ rights issues may become a major governance concern this year.
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Taking Emotion Out Of Long-Term Decision-Making
Chief Executive
AUGUST 18, 2022
Other times, the executive team has the will to do what’s best for the company, but local and national governments hinder the process, intimidating or even threatening companies over planned relocations or reallocations of production. The lack of true leadership comes at a cost, as well. It’s as plain as day.”. No more piecemeal projects.
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4 Leadership Tactics To Win In A VUCA Environment
Chief Executive
JULY 6, 2022
One of our most rewarding changes has been at the governance structure level. This keeps our organization evolving incrementally, which is a major asset in a VUCA world. That’s why my company has implemented a few VUCA business strategy practices to ensure we can react and adapt to the swirling VUCA business environment.
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How Crisis And Uncertainty Can Be A Catalyst For Growth
Chief Executive
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
We could not control rates, but we could control how we competed, so we chose to expand our service offering and focus exclusively on business and government customers, where MetTel could add value such as business process improvement and innovation beyond simple cost savings.
HR Compliance: A Practical Guide
AIHR
AUGUST 29, 2022
We’ll dive into four: Statutory compliance: This compliance is about implementing and adhering to government legislation around employment and the workplace. Data security This type of compliance refers to how companies and government agencies keep data protected, confidential, and safe from breaches. Management training.
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10 People Sustainability Strategies for Your Business
Vantage Circle
MAY 29, 2023
ESG , which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, refers to the set of factors that companies consider when evaluating their impact on society and the environment. These metrics are indicators used to assess the performance and potential risks of a business's operations concerning environmental, social, and governance issues.
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Cognitive Blind Spots in Team Collaboration
Liquid Planner Collaboration
APRIL 13, 2022
When properly configured, such systems facilitate good governance and offer reference data that may serve as a risk radar , helping teams identify a proverbial iceberg and prompt proactive course correction. Collaboration is key when articulating a well-defined goal (or dream ) and forecasting progress towards a shared objective.
Employee Benefits Guide for 2023: What Employers Need To Know
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 23, 2023
Employees are a company's most valuable asset. The health and well-being of our employees is a top priority because they are our company's greatest asset. 457 The 457 plan is the financial ace up the sleeves of government employees and a select group of non-profit workers. Why Are Employee Benefits Important?
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6 Common HR Challenges and How to Approach Them
Vantage Circle
JULY 29, 2020
They are the ones in charge of the most valuable asset in business; the workforce. This is one of the top priorities of a human resource specialist; compliance with government rules. Approach : To ensure this, all HR teams must continuously refer to the governing corporate rules in their respective country.
Reshoring Revolution: A Special Report
Chief Executive
JANUARY 27, 2023
And the reshoring race constitutes a huge reversal of the fashion of a generation ago, when consultants encouraged American manufacturers to move production to “the world’s factory” in China and Wall Street pushed an “asset-light” business model. Indeed, U.S. It’s not simple,” Ten Berge says.
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Offer Letter vs Employment Contract: 10 Key Differences
AIHR
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Address asset management: State policies regarding using equipment for work and the return of company assets upon termination. Outline work environment : Describe the working hours, hybrid or remote work policies, and contract renewal and extension terms. You can also highlight your code of conduct policies and employee handbook.
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How Change Proficiency Delivers Value In Uncertain Times
Chief Executive
MAY 12, 2023
Whether you look at revenue growth, profitability, employment growth or return on assets during and immediately after recessions—the basic results remain the same. Imagine for a moment though how much more might be possible if we built many more change capable companies, governments, health and school systems.
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Four Ways to Put Your People First During Economic Uncertainty?
Kotter Inc.
DECEMBER 6, 2022
On the flip side, an employers’ greatest asset is their people – particularly when time and resources are spent on helping them reach their full potential. This is a great opportunity for leaders to emphasize that the organization is making calculated, smart decisions on how to govern the business through volatile market conditions.
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Why is Compensation Planning a Critical HR Process?
Zenefits
JULY 24, 2022
Government regulations on employee compensation and welfare. The role of human resources is to ensure that an organization’s most valuable asset — its people — are well managed to support the company’s strategy. Evaluations of the job market’s competitiveness. Why is compensation planning critical for HR?
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Board Agenda 2023: ‘It Can’t Just Be The Same Old Things On The List’
Chief Executive
DECEMBER 8, 2022
. “We took many things for granted for the past several years—virtually free money, a growing economy across the world, a peace dividend that provided for reducing cost and building out market share globally,” he says, adding that a lot of asset allocation decisions companies made were based on certain assumptions.
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HR Knowledge: Is the Balanced Scorecard Still Relevant?
Zenefits
DECEMBER 29, 2022
They’ll be able to notice customer ratings are down and compare this against all the company’s other assets. Government agencies created versions of Balanced Scorecards specifically to provide transparency to their citizens. This helps them get to the bottom of what keeps them from providing their company’s promise.
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How enterprise companies can Increase business agility
Walk Me
JANUARY 10, 2022
Strong, transformational leadership was essential from the time governments started introducing lockdowns in 2020—and it is the companies that still lead by example that have grown, innovated, and kept happy, productive employees on board. .
Blending Disciplines to Create Powerful Thought Leadership | Selena Rezvani
Peter Winick
DECEMBER 28, 2023
So not all women, not women entrepreneurs and women in government, right? So sometimes it’s worthwhile to sort of go big picture and say, let me let me look at all the assets I’ve created, whether they were failures or successes, and see if there’s a way to bring them to market differently. Yeah, right.
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my mentor has a shady side business, drinks that look like beer but aren’t, and more
Alison Green
JANUARY 31, 2023
This has been a valuable asset in my first few months learning my job. Our boss (Bill) picked Eric because we had some similar personality traits and work styles. Eric’s and my workflow styles are very similar, and we get along great! Another important detail — I’m getting ready to transfer to another office.
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Laying Off An Employee During Covid: A Quick Guide
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 12, 2020
The uncertainty of these difficult times, calls for empathy to govern our every decision. It will be a great asset through which the fired employees can be benefited from their job search. Such open communication will probably not lessen the stress for laid-off employees. Show Empathy And Support. Being let go off is not easy.
Side-by-Side, CEOs And CFOs Plot The Future
Chief Executive
JUNE 17, 2022
His colleague, associate principal Gilles Bonelli, ticked off several key areas where CFOs now partner closely with their CEO, including cost efficiency improvements, enterprise growth strategies, digital transformation, analytics capabilities and ESG (environmental, social, governance) strategy and development, among others.
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Employee Experience vs Employee Engagement: Know the Difference
Vantage Circle
JANUARY 28, 2024
And the drivers are governed by the organization. Employee Experience According to research by IBM, companies that score in the top 25% in employee experience get 3X the returns on their assets than companies in the bottom quartile. There are some key drivers that play a major role in igniting engagement levels in employees.
Human Resources Assistant Job Description and Salary
AIHR
MAY 30, 2023
A human resources assistant, or HR assistant, is an essential asset to any organization’s human resources department. In this course, you’ll learn how to identify HR priorities, align people policies with business growth, and increase HR’s strategic values with effective processes and governance.
Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know About ESOP Plan
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
In the US, approximately 6501 ESOPs hold a total asset of $1.4 According to the Department of Labor study, companies with employee stock ownership programs (ESOPs) consistently outperform other companies in terms of return on assets (ROA), return on equity (ROE), and market value. Are ESOPs Good for Employers? Can an ESOP Lose Value?
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Benioff’s Way: A Conversation With Salesforce Founder and 2022 CEO of the Year Marc Benioff
Chief Executive
OCTOBER 20, 2022
Some of our best leaders in the world today are not in government. They don’t want to go into government because they don’t want to be thrashed around with a bunch of nonsense. What they don’t realize is that companies have these assets called employees in them. This is extremely important. What do you say to that?
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