Posts Tagged ‘CEOs’
Aligning Incentives to Drive ESG Strategies and Satisfy Investors
At a glance Make it personal to drive action: Boards are feeling the pressure to take a meaningful approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues and have begun leaning into incentives to drive company-wide adoption. Sustainability matters: In the final part of our case for ESG investing series, we explore the shift towards corporate social responsibility.…
Read More5 ESG Investment Benefits for Management
At a glance Investor expectations: In today’s rapidly changing climate, investors are demanding companies take an active approach towards implementing a robust ESG program. Sustainability matters: In a three-part series, we explore the case for ESG investing and the shift towards corporate social responsibility. Partner with ESG advisors: Aprio’s ESG team provides tangible support and resources to help…
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 The main takeaway: The key to growing your dental practice is with case acceptance and in order to do that you need to communicate with your patients. Change-up your approach: Conversations about treatment plans with patients don’t have to be awkward if you take the time to develop effective and actionable communications. Get advice…
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: The main takeaway: The film industry creates an environment that is uniquely vulnerable to fraud – especially tax-related fraud schemes like tax evasion and payroll fraud. Be aware: Know the signs of fraud in the film industry so you can protect yourself. Knowing what to look for means you can implement controls that stop…
Read MoreBuilding a Better AML Program for Money Services Businesses
At a glance: The main takeaway: Businesses that provide any kind of financial services are subject to strict anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, including Money Service Businesses, or MSBs. Impact on your business: If your business qualifies as an MSB, failure to build an effective and compliant AML program could result in steep legal and financial repercussions. Next…
Read More5 Ways to Close the Labor Gap in Cybersecurity
At a glance Job security growing pains: With the increase of daily cyberattacks, cybersecurity jobs have become more challenging as pressure and demands rise. Root of the issue: Technology professionals are in the driver’s seat and are seeking remote opportunities with more flexibility. Next steps: Organizations need to modernize their working models and perks to keep and attract…
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