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Rural-Focused Fund Backs Maine Enterprises Tapping Technology Used In Europe
What are the chances that the first two investments of a fledgling fund focused on boosting rural economic development in the U.S. would be Maine-based enterprises using technologies with a track record in Europe, but unknown here?
What Generative AI Can Mean for the Tax Function
A look at how tax departments can benefit from generative AI, and what they can expect from its application
Consistent Questions From Investors Minimize Gender Bias
To get to the bottom of the gender gap in startup financing, two researchers focused on the evaluation process, especially the well-documented tendency for potential investors to zero in on matters related to risk when assessing women entrepreneurs as opposed to questions about growth potential.
Leading By Example
ANA nonprofit award winners Tracey Burgoon and Amy Bobrick on their paths to success and sector concerns
From Talent Gaps to ESG Goals, 4 Imperatives Facing Asia Pacific CFOs
In the Asia Pacific region, the next few years will be defined by profound change, with CFOs playing an outsized role in their organizations’ ability to adapt and remain resilient. To that end, finance leaders will need to address a series of critical imperatives, in four key areas of talent, technology, sustainability, and trust and governance.
How Asia Pacific CFOs View Their Changing Roles—and the Outlook for 2024
Amid a global business landscape marked by economic fluctuations, slowing growth, still high inflation, and elevated interest rates, CFOs in Asia Pacific are emerging as pivotal players with an elevated role and recalibrated priorities.
Unlocking Value Drivers for Cell and Gene Therapy Companies
Researchers at Deloitte created a model that could help the cell and gene sector get back on the growth curve. “We started by asking what the main factors are in maximizing value for cell and gene therapy companies,” says Amit Agarwal, managing director with Deloitte Consulting LLP and Deloitte’s NextGen Therapy practice commercialization lead. “What can a CEO or board member do that investors will see as adding the most value?"
Climate Tech Geography is Changing, With Implications for Investors, Businesses
As the development of climate technologies accelerates to meet the urgency of achieving worldwide net zero emissions by 2050, they are increasingly being made in a far more diverse range of geographies than was the case even three years ago, according to an analysis of 2,600 global climate tech companies.
Serious About Making Acquisitions? Build a Dedicated Team and a Replicable Process
When financial advisors acquire a firm, all the stuff that happens after the deal is closed to transition and integrate the newly purchased business into the mothership is vital to the success of an acquisition. It also requires a lot of work and a standardized process.
Chicago TREND’s New Fund Aims To Boost Local Ownership Of Shopping Centers
Back in 2020, Lyneir Richardson pivoted his then five-year old firm, Chicago TREND Corp., to switch from making loans to entrepreneurs of color to helping people of color own commercial real estate. Recently, he took another step by launching the TREND Fund. Trouble is, Richardson is finding that, despite pledges of millions of dollars made in 2020 to address racial justice issues, overall investor and corporate enthusiasm for such efforts has waned.
Boosting CDFI Loans Through A New Secondary Market
Bank financing for entrepreneurs is harder to get these days. That’s especially problematic for entrepreneurs of color, who typically have a harder time getting financing than their white peers. One answer is to help Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) increase their lending, especially to underbanked founders.
That’s where Entrepreneur-backed Asset (EBA) Fund comes in.
The Industrial Metaverse: A Game Changer for Business
This white paper discusses research about the industrial Metaverse. Many companies aren’t taking a wait-and-see approach. Instead, they already are actively exploring its applications, while laying the technological framework for their business.
Recipe for Success
The Harlem Local Vendor Program taps Columbia Business School to boost food entrepreneurs
Religious Nonprofits Adapt to Changing Times
As religious charitable organizations deal with a decline in giving levels, rising costs, and other challenges, they are diversifying their income streams, expanding into digital channels, and focusing on different donors to continue their vital services.
Reaching People with Disabilities Authentically
Brands are ramping up their efforts to include people with disabilities in marketing and advertising campaigns