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New Era, New Rules: The Future of Labor Relations Practices in the New Administration
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Dana sits down with her long-time friend, Carolyn Richmond, Chair of Fox Rothschild’s Hospitality Practice and former Co-Chair of the firm’s Labor & Employment Department, to discuss what lies ahead for the hospitality industry. For more than 30 years, Carolyn has helped clients navigate complex issues from hiring and diversity training to union concerns and…
Read MoreUnpacking 2025 Fintech Trends: From Regulatory Tech to Embedded Payments
At a glance Have any questions? Schedule a consultation with our team today. The full story: Sandwiched by recessionary trends in the market, venture capitalists are more cautious, exercising restraint when releasing capital. For many investors, easy capital is no longer a given, with firms trying to conserve cash, making themselves more profitable by cutting…
Read MoreAI-Driven Transformation: The Future of Software
At a glance Have any questions? Schedule a consultation with our team today. The full story: The SaaS industry has faced a noticeable slowdown, with 2023 and 2024 marked by reduced activity and tempered valuations. This shift has sparked questions about whether the AI hype has peaked. Despite this, optimism is returning as the economy…
Read MoreTreading Regulatory Waters: CMMC, DORA, and Cybersecurity
At a glance Have questions? Schedule a consultation with our team today. The full story: Technology companies will need to brace for significant regulatory changes as the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) will require defense contractors and their third-party providers to meet stringent cybersecurity standards. Meanwhile, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) will impose rigorous…
Read MoreTop Five Failures in GSA Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audits #3, Overcharges and Overstated Rates
At a Glance The Full Story: The third in a series of articles dedicated to GSA OIG audit compliance failures focuses on overcharges and overstated GSA ceiling rates. Both issues can have a material impact on your company’s bottom line. Overcharges discovered in audits result in the contractor issuing a refund payment to the government.…
Read MoreCybersecurity Resilience in Construction: Building a Defense Against Cyber Threats
Cybersecurity continues to play a critical role in the construction industry. Between the growing number of devices connected to the internet without proper segmentation; reliance on legacy systems, databases, and servers; and unhardened mobile offices, the construction industry has a substantial target on its back. When you have an increase of internet of things (IoT)…
Read MoreCongrats! You Sold Your Business—Now What?
Whether you spent the last year or last 20 years building your business, the transition after selling can be challenging for any entrepreneur. The goal, of course, is to net the most profit from the sale and then multiply that profit in future years. Accomplishing this requires careful planning and strategizing with advisors to preserve…
Read MoreBuilding the Right Compensation Plan with Equity Incentives
A competitive compensation plan is one of the top strategies a company can deploy when trying to attract and retain top talent. Many industries have turned to equity incentives to give employees so-called “skin in the game,” but it is essential to understand the different kinds of stock options and related tax implications for employees…
Read MoreAudits: the Best Thing Your Business Didn’t Know It Needed
The prospect of conducting an audit – whether self-imposed or mandated from a third-party – can strike fear into the hearts of some business leaders. What will auditors uncover? If the business is out of compliance, how much will it cost to move into compliance? How aligned are the company’s accounting practices with industry best…
Read MoreAchieving Operational Excellence in Manufacturing and Distribution
Leaders in manufacturing and distribution know that operational excellence (OpEx) doesn’t happen by accident. They also know that this approach, which has its roots in various management and quality improvement methodologies developed throughout the 20th century, including Six Sigma, is not easy to achieve. OpEx combines continuous process improvements, lean methodologies, and holistic thinking. Derived…
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