Posts Tagged ‘CEOs’
Aligning Incentives to Drive ESG Strategies and Satisfy Investors
At a glance Are you ready to build your social balance sheet? Contact our team for a free consultation. The full story: Boards are aware and increasingly prioritizing the important role environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues play in their company because of their longer-term impact on the bottom line. It’s not another trendy fad that…
Read More5 ESG Investment Benefits for Management
At a glance Are you ready to build your social balance sheet? Contact our team for a free consultation. The full story: Environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing prioritizes companies with durable profit growth because those companies have built sustainable relationships with their customers, employees and communities. Essentially, they have de-risked their business through strong governance,…
Read MoreRansomware: King of Cybersecurity Threats
At a glance The main takeaway: The fastest-growing threat facing businesses today is ransomware. There are numerous methods threat actors use to compromise networks, yet phishing, malware and hacking are the primary risks that need to be addressed. A 2021 study from Verizon found phishing increased to 36% of incidents, while malware doubled in frequency,…
Read MorePart I: Are Your Business’s Intellectual Property Rights Protected?
At a glance The main takeaway: Business owners need to be more vigilant about protecting their intellectual property (IP) in today’s digitally driven world, in which infringement can be harder to detect. Impact on your business: In part one of our two-part series on IP infringement, we provide a baseline introduction to some of the most common…
Read MoreThe Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Jan 17 – Jan 21, 2022
At a glance: The markets had another rough week as stocks declined 4% globally, and investors favor lower-risk assets. Investors continue to worry about inflation and how quickly the Fed will respond. The video game industry takes a giant leap towards the Metaverse as Take Two Interactive and Microsoft announce huge merger and acquisition deals.…
Read More5 Tips to Increase Case Acceptance in Your Dental Practice
At a glance Schedule a free consultation today. The full story: Case acceptance is a good indicator to determine how well you and your team communicate with patients. It’s also a key factor in growing your practice, yet dental patients are challenging. They know they need your services, however, they drag their feet when it…
Read MoreThe Pulse on the Economy and Capital Markets: Nov 29 – Dec 3, 2021
At a glance: Overall, the markets struggled with commodities and crypto declining and Bitcoin fell 15 percent over the weekend. The defensive nature of the bond markets makes them the MVP over the last week. Investors are keeping an eye on how the Federal Reserve will address inflation. Technology markets saw semiconductors hold on strong…
Read MoreCatch Them if You Can: Fraud in the Film Industry
At a glance: Schedule a consultation with our team today. The full story: The film industry often evokes visions of Hollywood grandeur, enticing many to pursue a career in acting, directing, or producing. However, the glittering and glamorous lifestyles of the rich and famous often overshadow the seedy underbelly of an industry that can be…
Read MoreBuilding a Better AML Program for Money Services Businesses
At a glance: Schedule a consultation today with one of Aprio’s Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists The full story: From the check-cashing business on the corner to the prepaid gift cards in your local convenience store, there are many ways to access and exchange money outside of standard banking institutions. While these alternatives can be an…
Read More5 Ways to Close the Labor Gap in Cybersecurity
At a glance Schedule a free consultation today! The full story: In 2020, there was a massive shift to everyone’s daily life as working remotely was no longer an added job perk, but a reality for nearly every industry. As the world adapts to a new way of working, the sheer volume of daily cyberattacksgrows. Cybersecurity…
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