Podcasts about divestiture

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC's website at viewpoint.pwc.com.We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. In today's episode, we discuss acquisitions and divestitures—transactions that often involve complex reporting requirements. We cover technical guidance and practical implications for a range of deal-related topics, including significance tests, carve-out financials, spin-off considerations, and more. In a deal environment that is both volatile and diverse, understanding reporting nuances is essential for staying ahead of regulatory requirements and market expectations. In this episode, we discuss: 2:39 – Overview of the current M&A environment 6:50 – Distinctions between business acquisitions under US GAAP and SEC rules 9:58 – Reporting considerations for significant acquisitions, including: 16:07 – Applying the three-part significance test 23:20 – Requirements tied to Form 8-K, registration statements, and Form S-4 31:02 – Practical M&A insights 38:31 – Divestiture reporting and carve-out financial statement considerations 49:30 – Standalone reporting for divested businesses, including spin-offs, subsidiary IPOs, and private sales.In case you missed it – check out the first episode of this video podcast miniseries, Inside SEC reporting: Capital formation. Be sure to follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app and subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest thought leadership.About our guests Scott Feely is a partner in PwC's National Office. He has over 30 years of experience supporting clients as they address the SEC and financial reporting implications of their capital markets and merger and acquisition-related activities. Liz Crego is a seasoned deals advisor and our US Deals Clients and Markets leader who specializes in accounting and financial reporting associated with complex global transactions, including divestitures, capital raising activities, and M&A across sectors.  About our guest host Kyle Moffatt is PwC's Professional Practice leader, leading a team responsible for working with standard setters and regulators as well as delivering brand-defining thought leadership and educational materials. He also consults with engagement teams and audit clients on SEC reporting matters. Before PwC, Kyle spent almost 20 years with the SEC, most recently as Chief Accountant and Disclosure Program Director in the Division of Corporation Finance.  Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com

Thu, 01 May 2025 20:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/material/514 http://relay.fm/material/514 Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion Money, money, money. It's getting funny (again) in Google's world. Also, how do we feel about the Android news severing off from the main Google I/O keynote? Money, money, money. It's getting funny (again) in Google's world. Also, how do we feel about the Android news severing off from the main Google I/O keynote? clean 4116 Money, money, money. It's getting funny (again) in Google's world. Also, how do we feel about the Android news severing off from the main Google I/O keynote? This episode of Material is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: Code & Groove: I/O Inspired Ambient Beats for Deep Work Alphabet Q1 2025 earnings call: CEO Sundar Pichai's remarks Google's Chief Says Breakup Proposal Would Hobble Business Google hosting Android Show with exciting updates before I/O 2025 Support Materi

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In this episode of Passing Judgment, we analyze the high-stakes TikTok ban case as it heads to the Supreme Court on an accelerated timeline. Host Jessica Levinson explains the key arguments: ByteDance claims the ban violates First Amendment rights, while the government cites national security concerns over TikTok's Chinese ownership. With oral arguments set for January 10th, Jessica discusses potential outcomes and actions President Trump might take once in office. Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:1️⃣ Overview of the Legislation: The law in question mandates that TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, divest its U.S. operations by January 19th, 2024, or face a nationwide ban. The ban would affect app stores and Internet providers, eventually causing TikTok to stop working as updates and downloads would be prohibited.2️⃣ Lower Court Rulings: The DC Circuit upheld the law as constitutional. A three-judge panel determined that the national security concerns cited by Congress justify the legislation. Judges generally defer to the political branches on national security issues.3️⃣ Arguments by ByteDance and TikTok: ByteDance argues that the law violates the First Amendment by eliminating a mode of communication without a compelling government interest. They contend that the national security concerns are baseless and accuse the U.S. government of targeting TikTok based on its content, which is potentially a content-based restriction—a key concern in First Amendment law.Follow Our Host: @LevinsonJessica

Send us a textIn this week's episode of Serious Privacy, Paul Breitbarth, Dr. K Royal and Ralph O'Brien speak with Cathleen Doyel of our sponsor TrustArc about all things contract management. Cathleen has been a commercial contract lawyer for many years, in recent times with a strong focus on data protection clauses. For most of us, contracts are never fun, so this is your opportunity to get some best practices to have a better 2025, including through the use of trust centers for all the contract supporting documentation. In addition, in this episode our hosts talk about the recent TikTok developments, both in the United States and in Romania.  If you have comments or questions, find us on LinkedIn and IG @seriousprivacy, and on Blue Sky under @seriousprivacy.eu, @europaulb.seriousprivacy.eu, @heartofprivacy.bsky.app and @igrobrien.seriousprivacy.eu, and email podcast@seriousprivacy.eu. Rate and Review us! Proudly sponsored by TrustArc. Learn more about NymityAI at https://trustarc.com/nymityai-beta/ #heartofprivacy #europaulb #seriousprivacy #privacy #dataprotection #cybersecuritylaw #CPO #DPO #CISO

Congress, worried that TikTok may be unduly subject to Chinese government control, passed a law that would in effect stop TikTok from being made available in the U.S. unless it's sold off to a non-China-linked company. This morning (Dec. 6), the federal D.C. Circuit upheld the law against a First Amendment challenge (and some other legal challenges); Jane Bambauer and Eugene Volokh explain. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS: Eugene Volokh is a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution. For thirty years, he had been a professor at the University of California – Los Angeles School of Law, where he has taught First Amendment law, copyright law, criminal law, tort law, and firearms regulation policy. Volokh is the author of the textbooks The First Amendment and Related Statutes (8th ed., 2023) and Academic Legal Writing (5th ed., 2016), as well as more than one hundred law review articles. He is the founder and coauthor of The Volokh Conspiracy, a leading legal blog. Before coming to UCLA, Volokh clerked for Justice Sandra Day O'Connor on the US Supreme Court. Jane Bambauer is the Brechner Eminent Scholar at the University of Florida's Levin College of Law and the College of Journalism and Communications. She teaches Torts, First Amendment, Media Law, Criminal Procedure, and Privacy Law. Bambauer's research assesses the social costs and benefits of Big Data, AI, and predictive algorithms. Her work analyzes how the regulation of these new information technologies will affect free speech, privacy, law enforcement, health and safety, competitive markets, and government accountability. Bambauer's research has been featured in over 20 scholarly publications, including the Stanford Law Review, the Michigan Law Review, the California Law Review, and the Journal of Empirical Legal Studies. ABOUT THE SERIES: Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Eugene Volokh is the co-founder of The Volokh Conspiracy and one of the country's foremost experts on the 1st Amendment and the legal issues surrounding free speech. Jane Bambauer is a distinguished professor of law and journalism at the University of Florida. On Free Speech Unmuted, Volokh and Bambauer unpack and analyze the current issues and controversies concerning the First Amendment, censorship, the press, social media, and the proverbial town square. They explain in plain English the often confusing legalese around these issues and explain how the courts and government agencies interpret the Constitution and new laws being written, passed, and decided will affect Americans' everyday lives.

Welcome to the WTR with your hosts, Jay and Karl, delving into the latest tech news, gadgets, games, and films! Available On: • Listen on Apple Podcasts | Listen on Spotify | Listen on Youtube | All Major Platforms In This Episode: News DOJ says Google must sell Chrome to crack open its search monopoly Apple ebooks antitrust investigation closed, likely because it was irrelevant Sony's making a handheld console to compete with Nintendo and Microsoft How a digital “you” can sit through your agonizing web conference calls Rumours Next-gen CarPlay assets found in public database as launch draws near We love hearing from you! Drop us a line in the comments or tweet us at @WeeklyTechRant

Nationals Leader David Littleproud joined Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the Coalition's new plan aimed at ending supermarket gouging and delivering fairness to families and farmers. The plan includes three key areas; A supermarket commissioner, $2 million fines and greater divestiture power for the ACCC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Next in Media spoke with Ronan Shields, who covers ad tech for Digiday, about how the DOJ's case against Google is going in the ongoing ad tech trial, and whether he thinks this case will really reshape the digital ad market anytime soon. Ronan also discussed why some publishers are worried about a potential Google loss, and what Meta and Amazon might be thinking.Sponsored By MolocoTakeaways:• Google's Antitrust Case: The current trial is focused on Google's ad tech business, specifically regarding accusations of monopolistic practices. • DOJ's Strong Case: The Department of Justice (DOJ) seems to be in a favorable position due to damaging internal communications from Google executives. • Damning Evidence: Internal Google emails suggest the company used its dominant position to force publishers into using its ad tech stack, thus limiting competition and harming alternatives in the market.• Impact on Publishers: Many publishers are rooting for Google's loss, but some are concerned about the immediate impact on their monetization strategies if Google is forced to divest its ad tech stack.• Google's Defense: Google argues that competition exists from companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and others. Their defense suggests they are simply better at what they do, not monopolistic.• Future Ramifications for Other Tech Giants: If Google loses, it could set a precedent for future antitrust actions against other big tech players like Meta (Facebook) and Amazon, who are also in the crosshairs of regulators.Guest: Ronan ShieldsHost: Mike ShieldsSponsor: MolocoProducer: FEL Creative

Michael D. Cohen, CEO & Director of Research at MDC Financial Research, LLC, joins the podcast to provide his halftime report on the Albertson's / Kroger's merger case. For more information about MDC Financial Research, please visit: https://mdcfinancial.com/ Chapters: [0:00] Introduction + Episode sponsor: Ycharts [2:02] Overview of the $ACI / $KR case thus far (high level halftime report) [5:35] Anything Michael seeing in the courtroom that you wouldn't be able to pick up unless you're there [9:00] Market definition [12:58] Pricing argument [23:34] Divestiture [32:00] Eric Winn's testimony [36:57] C&S lack of data scientists, what does this mean [42:04] How does the fear this will be "Haggen 2.0" frame this discussion [45:58] Labor argument [50:10] Politics entering the case? [51:50] How this merger not going through could be bad for consumers [55:15] Final thoughts or anything missed from the trial thus far [57:36] Odds right now for the merger approved / dismissed Today's sponsor: Ycharts This episode is sponsored by our friends at YCharts. A typical day in the life of a financial advisor calls for back-to-back client meetings, juggling portfolio management, and the consistent desire to improve client relationships. YCharts' report and proposal tools could be the missing piece to help you effectively handle these time-consuming tasks. Now more than ever, clients want to hear from their advisors. And with user-friendly templates at your disposal, generating impactful client reports can be easily integrated into your everyday routine, helping you free up time and focus on what matters most: enhancing client interactions and growing AUM. Click here to start your free YCharts trial and level up your game with YCharts: https://go.ycharts.com/yet-another-value

What are the key factors that drive organizations to initiate divestitures and carve-outs? In this episode, join host Jeff Black is joined by M&A experts across MMC-- Scott Brady (Marsh), Bernd Oehring (Oliver Wyman), and Chuck Moritt (Mercer). They'll explore the triggers, considerations, and challenges involved in creating divestiture deal value in this episode. They'll also provide valuable insights for business leaders and deal professionals navigating the intricacies of executing divestiture deals.

Jerome Combes-Knoke, Senior Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development at Dotmatics (Insight Partners)   Strategic focus is a prerequisite to strong corporate performance.  Yet, without proactive efforts to maintain focus, companies can “drift” and become weighed down by misaligned business units.    In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Jerome Combes-Knoke,  Senior Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development at Dotmatics (a portfolio company of Insight Partners), shares his broad M&A experience and presents his approach to portfolio strategy and rebalancing through divestitures.   Things you will learn in this episode:   • Strategic focus on acquisitions, using Dotmatics' approach. • Portfolio rebalancing and its challenges • Evaluating divestiture candidates • Building internal alignment for divestitures • Best practices for managing key risks   *******************   Experience the M&A event of the year and gain actionable insights to scale your M&A practice. Register now for the Fall M&A Science Fair here.   ******************* Episode Timestamps 00:00 Intro 05:17 Approaching deals in a software-oriented environment 10:11 Preserving brand integrity in M&A go-to-market strategies 12:43 Approaching valuation 15:16 Strategic pitch for acquisitions 20:41 Portfolio rebalancing and its challenges 25:25 When and how to rebalance a company's portfolio 27:29 Getting buy-in and alignment from the board and key stakeholders 33:24 Key factors in considering divestitures 36:26 Executing a divestiture for portfolio rebalancing 39:09 Best practices in executing divestitures 43:12 Divestiture success metrics 46:29 Example of portfolio rebalancing and its challenges 53:20 Craziest thing in M&A  

Divestiture? I hardly know ‘er! In this episode, we explore the phenomenon of Western corporations publicly withdrawing from countries with human rights violations. Do companies like Starbucks and McDonald's actually forego profits, or are their actions merely PR stunts? And if they do withdraw, does it have any real impact on the target country (e.g., Mother Russia)? We talk with global economics experts and recruit a secret Russian source to get to the bottom of it.ShowUp is hosted by Leigh Lepore and Jameson Pitts, and is a production of Mintr Marketing and Sangfroid Marketing Studio. The show is mixed by Justin Newton of Jay Song Studio. Check out our website and subscribe to our newsletter at the links below: showup-podcast.com mintrmarketing.com sangfroidstudio.com

The Krogers-Albertsons merger has been looming for the past two years. Its most recent development concerns the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.

Furniture Industry News – Show NotesEpisode: July 10, 2024Welcome to 'Furniture Industry News,' your go-to podcast for the latest updates and insights for professionals in the furniture industry. Whether you're a retailer, manufacturer, or just passionate about furniture, you're in the right place to stay informed on the trends and major developments shaping our industry. I'm your host, and we've got a packed episode today. Let's dive right in!Key Topics:Kroger and Albertsons Merger:Overview: $24.6 billion merger to consolidate two grocery giants.Divestiture: 579 stores to be sold to C&S Wholesale Grocers to address antitrust concerns.Impact on Furniture: Fred Meyer stores (owned by Kroger) are spared, potentially affecting furniture sales dynamics.Implications: Changes in supply chain and customer service approaches, and potential for enhanced product offerings and inventory management.Big Lots Potential Store Closures:Announcement: Closing 35 to 40 stores in 2024 due to economic pressures.Sales Impact: Decrease in sales, particularly in furniture, due to inflation and customer spending caution.Company Adjustments: Reduced operating loss and inventory, signaling a potential recovery.Market Implications: Opportunities for competitors and a cautious market sentiment towards high-ticket items like furniture.FTC vs. Tempur Sealy:Legal Battle: FTC sues to block $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm by Tempur Sealy.FTC's Stance: Merger would reduce competition and raise prices.Tempur Sealy's Defense: Emphasizes competitive e-commerce dynamics and compliance with regulatory requirements.Industry Implications: Potential for maintaining current competition or significant market consolidation.Cozey's Pop-Up Store Strategy:New Initiative: Pop-up store on Granville Street in Vancouver until September.Product Showcase: Modular sofas, chairs, and various home accents.Business Strategy: Combining online convenience with in-store experience to enhance customer engagement and sales.Expansion Plans: Gathering insights for future physical store locations.Proposed OSHA Heat Safety Rule:Proposal: Federal standard requiring plans to manage heat-related hazards in workplaces.Relevance to Furniture Manufacturing: Ensuring safe temperatures in factory floors and storage areas.Employer Requirements: Providing cool water, break areas, and acclimatization protocols.Public Comments: Open for 120 days, allowing industry feedback on the proposal.Furniture Damage Statistics:Survey Results: 174 million Americans experience furniture damage within the first two years of ownership.Common Damages: Sofas and loveseats most frequently damaged, followed by rugs and chairs.Damage Causes: Spills and stains (juice, pets, coffee), rips, tears, dents, and scratches.Preventive Measures: Use of covers, slipcovers, and protection plans.

What is a process and if you are considering one what should you think about when hiring a firm to help you do it? How do you vet firms?OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE:Introduction to selling your business with a process.What is a process and what is a deal facilitation?What types of processes are there?Structured process – soliciting a limited but significant, number of buyers to evaluate the business and put forth an offerBecoming a platform by selling in, typically with a PE firmMinority investment: selling a portion of equity while retaining full ownershipManagement buy-out or an employee stock ownership planRecapitalization: restructuring capital but owners retain ownership and continue to manage the businessSpin-off/Divestiture – carving out part of the businessDeal facilitation – you've identified a potential buyer and need want to get a deal doneIf we compare having a structured process where you are put in front of a number of buyers to deal facilitation, where one buyer is already identified, what are the merits of running the process?Let's start with the enterprise value of a deal – how does that change between a process and a facilitation?What about timing for a transaction? Which one will run faster? Are there parts of the process that will run the same (e.g. DD, legal drafting)How does competition between buyers impact the process?If you're doing just deal facilitation, will a buyer really know the maximum potential of their firm?How easy is it to convert from a deal facilitation to a full process?Why would someone not want to run a full process? RELATED EPISODES: Episode 179: How to Evaluate Multiple Offers for your Tech Services Business. Listen now >>Episode 165: What is Deal Facilitation? Listen now >>Episode 125: Value of an Industry Specific M&A Advisor. Listen now >>Episode 110: Identifying the Ideal Suitor. Listen now >> Listen to Shoot the Moon on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.Buy, sell, or grow your tech-enabled services firm with Revenue Rocket.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon Social media platforms have been in a very precarious place lately, but one platform has gotten extra scrutiny from U.S. politicians: TikTok. TikTok and their parent company, ByteDance, have now sued the U.S. government over the bill requiring divestiture. Greg Skordas, KSL Legal Analyst, joins Rusty and Leah to talk about the interests on both sides of this lawsuit and what the implications could be for the American public when it’s decided.

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NBC's Erin Real reports on why college students are protesting and what they are looking for

National Correspondent Erin Real talks about a call for divesting in stocks related to Israel as Pro-Palestinian protests continue across major U.S. universities.

National Correspondent Erin Real talks about a call for divesting in stocks related to Israel as Pro-Palestinian protests continue across major U.S. universities.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co.Here are today's top headlines:The U.S. government has enacted legislation requiring Byte Dance, TikTok's Chinese owner, to divest its U.S. operations within 270 days. Two Walmart locations in Missouri and Ohio are removing self-checkout lanes to enhance the in-store shopping experience. 7-Eleven Japan partners with Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation (SSS) to deploy an AI-driven solution across 500 locations to enhance its understanding of customer interactions with in-store advertisements.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute and delve deeper into the latest retail insights that actually matter. Be careful out there!

This Day in Legal History: WWI German Use of Chemical Weapons on Canadian TroopsOn April 24, 1915, during the Second Battle of Ypres in World War I, German forces launched one of the first large-scale chemical weapon attacks in history. This attack targeted Canadian troops stationed near the town of Ypres in Belgium. The Germans released chlorine gas, which spread over the Allied trenches, causing widespread injury and death. This marked a grim milestone in the use of modern chemical warfare. Initially unprepared for such a method of warfare, the Allies soon developed their own chemical weapons and retaliatory tactics. British and French forces began incorporating gas warfare into their strategies, leading to an escalation of chemical weapon use on all sides. The devastating effects of gas attacks during World War I highlighted the urgent need for regulation. Efforts to ban the use of chemical weapons gained momentum after the war. One significant advocate for such measures was the International Committee of the Red Cross, which pushed for international agreements to prohibit chemical warfare. Their advocacy was crucial in shaping public and political opinion on the issue.This advocacy culminated in the drafting of the Geneva Protocol in 1925. Formally known as the Protocol for the Prohibition of the Use in War of Asphyxiating, Poisonous or Other Gases, and of Bacteriological Methods of Warfare, this treaty marked a significant step forward in international law. Signed on June 17, 1925, the protocol was initially signed by 38 countries. The Protocol prohibited the use of asphyxiating, poisonous gases, and bacteriological methods of warfare in conflicts. Despite its limitations—such as not restricting the production, storage, or transfer of these weapons—it represented a key milestone in the efforts to control and eventually eliminate the use of chemical weapons in conflicts. This agreement laid the groundwork for later treaties that aimed to further control or eradicate weapons of mass destruction.Boeing Co. executives Dave Calhoun and Stan Deal are set to retire with substantial compensation packages totaling approximately $45 million, despite their tenure overlapping with significant manufacturing issues in the 737 series jets. This substantial payout is possible because they are retiring rather than being dismissed, allowing them to avoid the company's clawback policy which could have otherwise enabled Boeing to reclaim some of their earnings due to negligence or misconduct. Their strategic retirement comes at a time when Boeing is under heavy scrutiny following a safety incident involving a 737 Max 9, which led to a 32% drop in the company's share prices and raised serious quality concerns among stakeholders.In response to these quality issues, Boeing shareholders are expected to approve new compensation guidelines that tie executive pay more closely to safety and operational performance. This policy change follows a leadership reshuffle initiated two months after the incident, signaling a concerted effort to pivot towards stringent safety measures. The new policy is a shift from the previous model, where operational performance was less significantly weighted compared to financial metrics.The existing clawback policy at Boeing allows for the recovery of incentive-based compensation in cases of misconduct or negligence that impacts the company's product safety. However, this policy requires significant misconduct for activation, which has not been pursued in the case of Calhoun and Deal according to the latest reports.An element of law relevant here is the clawback provision under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, enhanced by the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010. These laws were designed to improve corporate governance and accountability, especially in the wake of financial scandals. Under these regulations, public companies can reclaim executive compensation in the event of misconduct that leads to financial restatements or significant failures in corporate governance. This legislative framework is crucial for understanding how companies like Boeing create and enforce policies meant to ensure executive accountability, especially in situations impacting public safety and investor interests. Boeing Leaders' Windfall Predates New Safety Goals Tied to PayBoeing to face questions on potential CEO candidates, Spirit talks | ReutersThe U.S. Senate has passed a bill requiring ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, to divest its U.S. operations within nine months or face a nationwide ban. President Joe Biden intends to sign the bill, initiating a 270-day period for ByteDance to complete the sale, potentially extendable by 90 days. If no sale occurs by then, the fate of TikTok could depend on the incoming U.S. president after the January 2025 inauguration.Once the law is enacted, TikTok is expected to file a lawsuit challenging its constitutionality and seek a preliminary injunction to prevent the law's enforcement while the case is considered. This legal strategy mirrors TikTok's successful efforts in Montana, where it obtained an injunction against a state-level ban.If TikTok secures a preliminary injunction, the sale could be delayed, allowing TikTok to continue operating in the U.S. during the legal proceedings. This situation recalls previous attempts by the Trump administration to ban TikTok and WeChat, which were thwarted by legal challenges, leading to Biden rescinding those orders in 2021.The outcome of this legislation and TikTok's legal challenges could significantly impact its 170 million U.S. users, although no immediate changes to the app are expected until the divestment period concludes in early 2025.Regarding international considerations, the divestment of TikTok might require approval from the Chinese government due to export controls on certain technologies, including TikTok's recommendation algorithm.TikTok ban: What happens next after US Senate passed the bill? | ReutersThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has adopted a comprehensive ban on non-compete clauses, which are contractual agreements that limit employees' ability to switch jobs within their industry. This decision, prompted by an executive order from President Biden three years ago, aims to mitigate the restrictions that roughly 20% of U.S. workers face due to such clauses. FTC Chair Lina Khan highlighted that this rule is about protecting economic liberty and dismissed claims that the FTC lacks the authority to enforce such regulations.The new rule, passed with a 3-2 vote, will prohibit most new non-compete agreements, including those for senior executives. However, pre-existing agreements for high-earning executives in policymaking positions will remain unaffected. Lower-level employees' existing non-compete agreements will become void six months after the rule is implemented, potentially boosting U.S. earnings by over $400 billion in the next decade. This rule excludes employees of non-profits and franchises.The rule has significant support from labor organizations like AFL-CIO and the Service Employees International Union, as well as Democratic senators and attorneys general from various states. The public largely favors the ban, as evidenced by the overwhelming majority of supportive comments received during the FTC's consultation period.Opposition comes from business groups and some FTC members who argue that the rule is too broad and infringes on companies' rights to protect confidential information. Critics, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, argue that the FTC oversteps its regulatory bounds and threatens economic micromanagement. This has sparked promises of legal challenges against the rule's enforcement.The key debate here is over the FTC's rulemaking authority. This aspect is crucial because it underpins the entire legal challenge likely to follow. Opponents argue the FTC lacks the explicit congressional authorization needed to enact such broad economic regulations, a point of contention that echoes recent Supreme Court skepticism towards perceived agency overreach. This legal argument could significantly influence the rule's future and its impact on American labor markets.FTC Issues Worker Non-Compete Ban as Chamber Lawsuit Looms (2)U.S. bans noncompete agreements for nearly all jobsChangpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is facing a proposed sentence of 36 months in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to money laundering violations. U.S. prosecutors have made this recommendation due to the severity of Zhao's infractions, emphasizing that his actions knowingly violated U.S. laws. Although federal guidelines suggest a maximum of 18 months for such offenses, the prosecution argues for a longer sentence given the case's circumstances.Zhao resigned as CEO of Binance in November following his and the company's admission of these violations, resulting in a staggering penalty of $4.32 billion for Binance. This penalty includes a $1.81 billion criminal fine and $2.51 billion in restitution. Additionally, Zhao has agreed to a personal fine of $50 million and to sever all ties with Binance, which he originally founded in 2017.Binance itself was found to have failed in reporting over 100,000 transactions suspected of being linked to terrorist groups such as Hamas, al Qaeda, and ISIS. Furthermore, the platform was implicated in facilitating the sale of child sexual abuse materials and processing a significant amount of ransomware payments.Zhao, who is out on a $175 million bond in the U.S., has consented to these penalties and has opted not to appeal any sentence up to 18 months. His sentencing is scheduled for April 30 in Seattle.US seeks 36 months' jail for Binance founder Zhao | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Life's major milestones greatly affect your finances. Whether you're starting a family, buying a home, getting married, or going through a divorce, it's crucial to handle these financial transitions with the right tools and know-how. Welcome to the conversation of the 3Ds – divestiture, divorce, and death. Today, Cade Peterson takes on the role of … Read More Read More

It's FRIDAY, March 15. These are the week's stories.On today's episode ⬇️* Feature: Congress Takes Aim at TikTok: Legislation Demands Divestiture or Face Ban* Six Charges Against Trump Dismissed in Georgia Election Interference Case* Economic Divide: Biden's $7.3 Trillion Budget Faces Steep Opposition* Special Counsel Robert Hur Defends Report on Biden's Cognitive State in Congressional Testimony* UK's NHS Shifts Gears, Halts Puberty Blockers for Under-18s After Intense Review* Boeing Whistleblower Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances Amid Lawsuit Testimony This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.itsmeseidy.com/subscribe

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Darshan discussed crucial updates to the Department of Justice's (DOJ) corporate enforcement policies, particularly impacting FDA-regulated industries like pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The DOJ's focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) emphasizes the importance of compliance professionals throughout the entire process.Key Highlights:1. Corporate Enforcement Policies Update: The DOJ has introduced significant changes to its corporate enforcement policies, impacting companies engaged in M&A transactions. Compliance professionals are now essential stakeholders at the due diligence table.2. Antitrust Division's Impact on Pharma: Recent cases involving pharmaceutical companies Teva and Glenmark showcased the DOJ's shift in approach. Divestiture of a core product was required, marking the first instance of such a demand in a corporate criminal resolution.3. Compliance Program and Compensation: The new pilot program mandates companies to incorporate compliance-promoting criteria into their compensation systems. The DOJ urges companies to address this now, emphasizing the need for proactive compliance policies.4. Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy: The DOJ announced a voluntary self-disclosure policy, creating a safe harbor for companies that promptly report wrongdoing. The policy encourages self-reporting, offering a presumption of declination for qualifying companies.5. Qualification for Safe Harbor: Companies must disclose misconduct within six months of acquisition, with one year to fully remediate. These deadlines may be extended based on case specifics. The Safe Harbor applies only to criminal conduct in bona fide M&A transactions.6. DOJ Principles: The DOJ aims to hold wrongdoers accountable, incentivize compliance, and deter repeat offenses. The new policy offers a presumption of declination for companies self-disclosing, cooperating, and remediating.7. Impact on Pharma and Device Companies: FDA-regulated industries, particularly pharmaceutical and device manufacturers, may benefit from the clear safe harbor. Voluntary self-disclosure, under the new policy, could become more common in the life sciences sector.8. Considerations and Conclusion: Companies must carefully evaluate when self-disclosure is appropriate, with minor regulatory violations potentially better handled directly with the FDA. Compliance teams play a vital role, and ongoing developments at the intersection of compliance and FDA regulation will be closely monitored.

Dr. Stein discusses his work consulting with executives and teams as a psychodynamic strategy consultant. He discusses the impact psychoanalysis can have on people and dynamics between people within business contexts. He centers decision making and caring in his work and muses about AI and the future from the perspective of the C-suite advisor role. His work is ultimately about how psychodynamic strategy consulting can be used as an intervention for social good and business success at scale. Introduction 2:58 — Professional Trajectory + Origin Story 7:33 — From Practice to Deployment 8:10 — Call to Retire Idea of Applied Psychoanalysis 11:25 — Considering the Social in Working with Leaders 13:35 — Differences Between Clinical Psychoanalysis, Conventional Consulting, & Psychodynamic Consulting 18:03 — Value + Benefits of a Psychoanalytic Approach with Executives and Teams: Creating Optionality 23:12 — Scaling Expectations + Meeting Goals 25:09 — Organizations as Human Ecosystems 26:03 — Approaching Varieties of Problems + Issues Across an Array of Practice Areas 27:47 — The Nodal Axis in Multiple Domains: Focused Delivery of Expertise in Decision-Making 29:14 — Human Architecture + Psycho-Social Dimensions in Cybersecurity 31:38 — Multidisciplinary Collaborations in Fraud Matters 33:11 — Psychoanalysis as a Technology to Solve Complicated Problems: Overcoming Challenges + Leveraging Value 35:30 — Building Solutions + Mitigating Risks in Socially Responsible + Commercially Profitable Technologies 40:05 — What Will the Future Hold? Barriers + Upsides to Bringing Psychological Expertise into the Technology Space at Scale 44:33 — AI: Risks, Benefits, Potentials 46:15 — A Critical Assessment of AI as a Project to Replicate + Computerize Human Thought 50:10 — Countering the Deficiency of Care in Developing Technological Applications & Services: Balancing the Psychological + Philosophical 52:25 — More on AI: Implicit Disdain for Humanity as a Driving Force 55:32 — Adverse Consequences of Divestiture of Human Connection 58:02 — How to Course-Correct: Technology Issues are Fundamentally Human not Technological 1:00 — The Value of Care: Shared Moral Responsibilities for Harms & Benefits 1:02:42 — Concluding Remarks + Calls to Action You can find Dr. Stein at: Dolus Advisors: www.dolusadvisors.com/ LinkedIn (individual): www.linkedin.com/in/alexandersteinphd/ LinkedIn (company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/dolus-advisors/ Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexanderstein/#1c06a3246220 The Dolus Advisors Briefing (a periodic newsletter providing analysis, counsel, and firm updates): https://www.dolusadvisors.com/subscribe + https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7025507656970694656/?displayConfirmation=true

About Our Guest: ⁠John Graham⁠ is an author, and speaker who specializes in topics related to race, identity, and corporate culture. He has a deep understanding of the historical and social constructs that shape our society and has dedicated his work to helping individuals and organizations navigate these complex issues. John is the author of the book "Plantation Theory" and is known for his thought-provoking insights and engaging speaking style. Summary: In this episode, Lexi B. interviews John Graham about the concept of divesting for the purpose of investment. They discuss the need for Black communities to build their own institutions and create self-sufficiency, rather than relying on systems that were not designed with their best interests in mind. John shares his perspective on the historical context of racism in America, the challenges faced by Black professionals in corporate America, and the importance of understanding the language of power. He also emphasizes the need for healing and therapy within the Black community and offers practical advice for individuals looking to navigate the corporate world while staying true to their values. Key Takeaways: Building self-sufficient communities is essential for divesting from systems that do not serve the Black community. The North and the South both have a history of racism, and it is important to understand the nuances and complexities of racism in different regions. The construct of power dominant individuals and institutions is resistant to change and will not willingly give up their privilege. Divesting from the corporate world requires a shift in mindset and a focus on building one's own venture while using corporate employment as a source of funding. Understanding the language of power is crucial for success in corporate environments and requires a deep understanding of conversational pragmatics. Quotes: "We continue to fight to change a construct that wasn't built nor designed with us in mind." - John Graham "Divestiture is only possible when you have an infrastructure to rely on as an alternative." - John Graham "Your corporate employer should be your venture capital backer." - John Graham "We still inherently believe that our value is connected to our work output and that is not true.." - John Graham Important Links and Continued Learnings:  ⁠Plantation Theory: The Black Professional's Struggle Between Freedom and Security ⁠- John Graham ⁠Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome⁠ - Dr. Joy DeGruy ⁠PowerNomics⁠- Dr. Claud Anderson ⁠Accounting for Slavery: Masters and Management⁠ - Caitlin Rosenthal ⁠The History of the GANTT Chart  Transcriptions --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lexib/message

Philips' collaboration with CoxHealth showcases the growing importance of virtual care solutions in the post-COVID era. Fast Five hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley discuss the aim of the collaboration and some of the feedback and reactions from clinical staff about the virtual care delivery program. Asensus Surgical's $10M offering indicates its efforts to secure financial resources for expanding its surgical robotics technology and bringing its innovative products to a broader market. Find out how Asensus plans to use the funds and what is included in the offering in today's episode.  The positive data for Know Labs' non-invasive glucose monitor highlights ongoing advancements in non-invasive monitoring technologies and their potential to transform diabetes management for patients. Whooley explains what the technology does and some of the key data points from the study.  Baxter this week announced results from its second quarter that fell short of the consensus on Wall Street. Learn what the quarter's financial highlights were, what it attributed its performance to and why its divestiture faces uncertainty.  Boston Scientific is planning an expansion outside Minneapolis for a new divisional headquarters campus. The Fast Five hosts share details on the expansion project, including what kinds of public subsidies the company plans to use and what the new building will be used for. Check out the show notes for links to the stories we discussed today at MassDevice.com/podcast.

www.commsolutionsmn.com- Minneapolis Public Schools just approved a $976 million budget. That's almost $1 billion! They cite rising costs and lower enrollment. Shouldn't fewer students equal fewer dollars spent? Maybe they can afford it? Not a chance. The district is running a $42 million deficit. This is absolutely irresponsible. Kim Ellison (yes, of the Keith Ellison "Ellisons") is a major factor here. Minneapolis is spending $27,000 per kid. That's a lot of money. Where is it all going? Minneapolis is talking about closing schools and has great ideas for those locations... like housing homeless people. They are basing the poor results on COVID lockdowns and the recent teacher's strike. They refuse to discuss poor student performance. The state of Minnesota is threatening to take over the district to right the ship, but we know that won't help stop the madness. We also discuss the case of John Thompson's kid killing some people with his car. The video was leaked, and the Hennepin County Attorney, Mary Moriarty, is worried about the leak and not the crime. Also adults took to getting naked in front of kids in pride parades this year. No one's getting arrested. Something is seriously wrong with our society. Have you checked out our Spotify playlist? At the beginning of each episode, Jason quotes some song lyrics that have to do with the subject matter of the podcast. Andrew never knows what they are, but now he can… and so can you! We've launched the Spotify playlist: “Community Solutions Music From the Podcast!” You can listen to Roundabout from Yes after listing to Episode 30 on Roundabouts… or kick back and enjoy a rocking playlist just for the thrill of it. We add a new song every week. Subscribe and enjoy! Don't forget that you can also subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify!

Google is back in the European Union's firing line over its ad businesses, with the bloc's enforcer suggesting that the tech giant's operations may be anticompetitive. But what's truly radical about this most recent clash is the remedy that top official Margrethe Vestager is putting on the table: a requirement that Google divest part of its services. A forced breakup of a significant company isn't how the European Commission usually does business. This time, however, EU enforcers can look across the Atlantic to build its case for some old-school trust-busting.

Google has found itself fighting essentially the same battle in two different courts against two different coalitions of enforcers. In so doing, the search giant is exposing itself to a potential court loss that could see it forced to divest parts of its digital advertising business. Meanwhile, Google is also alone among the tech giants in its adversarial relationship with California's attorney general.

Divestiture is an important strategy for a company seeking healthy financial growth, one that is often overlooked. In her new book, Wharton's Emilie Feldman explains why sometimes the best way to add value is through subtraction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of Additive Insight, we're joined by ALTANA CTO Petra Severit & Dr. Max Röttger, Head of 3D Lab & Cubic Ink Additive Manufacturing.  ALTANA is a specialty chemicals company providing Cubic Ink materials to inkjet and resin-based 3D printing systems. Earlier this year, the company sold its controlling stake in dp polar to 3D Systems, but remains committed to supplying materials to users of the technology.  On the Additive Insight podcast, Severit and Röttger discuss what motivated ALTANA to enter the 3D printing space, why the company decided to sell its stake in dp polar, the capabilities of its Cubic Ink materials for inkjet 3D printing, and their plans in AM moving forward.

Praveen Bhasin, Managing Partner at Tata Consulting Services (TCS), shares insights from his book of business and is bullish about life sciences, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. In this episode, he joins Sami Ramachandran, Zscaler Managing Director, M&A, Divestiture, and Private Equity, and show host Pam Kubiatowski to discuss TCS's role in M&A transactions and the underlying market conditions that drive them.

This year, M&A will likely fall short of a record-breaking 2021 but will finish as one of the strongest markets of the past two decades. There will be some winners, but most deals will fall short of envisioned outcomes. IT leaders and corporate strategists can discover a winning formula by harnessing the cloud and digital transformation to accelerate the tech side of integrations or divestitures. Guest Stephen Singh, Global VP, M&A/Divestiture and ITO leader Zscaler delivers the latest on the market state and what corporate boards and IT leaders need to know about zero trust.

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When an enterprise divests a business unit, much work is needed to ensure that vendor IT contracts will appropriately support the divestiture.  This can be a difficult process because vendors don't normally let their customers just copy and paste a contract into a brand new “carbon copy” for the divested company. Listen to this 10-minute podcast as Ben Fox, one of TC2's Managing Directors, and Marc Lindsey, a Senior Partner at LB3 and President of Avenue4, discuss with Joe Schmidt the two main approaches companies often use when divesting a business unit and how you can put these approaches to use. If you would like to learn more about our experience in this space, please visit our Information Technology Advisory Services and Success Stories webpages.

The global M&A market is on a record-setting pace with trillions of dollars in transactions every year. With that comes a lot of success stories and unfortunate failures. In this episode, CISO-Americas and host Sean Cordero and Zscaler guests Sami Ramachandran, Managing Director, M&A, Divestiture, Private Equity, and Pam Kubiatowski, Field CTO, detail how the strategic use of cybersecurity and networking can be the linchpin for successful and rapid IT integration and separation for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

Hiring a bank to facilitate a divestiture is an option, not a necessity. Kison Patel interviewed Russ Hartz, VP Corp Dev at Ansys, to talk about his vast experience of successfully executing divestitures without a bank. Here's what you'll learn:   - The importance of constant business evaluation - How to create a competitive buyers' pool - How to know which buyer is right for the company   To join our network of M&A practitioners and sign up for our newsletter go to mascience.com.

This episode is brought to you by PostMBAPivot.comHi, I'm Victoria Hefty, and welcome to the Post-MBA Pivot podcast, where I share stories of professionals who took unexpected, interesting, or unique paths after graduating from business school.Today, you will hear from a guest who went back to financial services after completing his MBA, but nine years later, a company divestiture made him realize that he needed to take charge of his career, and he shifted to Tech with the help of a career coach.Whether you have been overlooked for a promotion, are going through a company reorg, or have hit a plateau at work, this episode is for you. ---If you liked this episode, please leave a rating or short review! Watch my interview with Seth GodinConnect with me on LinkedIn

Ben and Jerry's ice cream recently announced it would stop marketing its product in the West Bank - which it described as the "Occupied Territories," to show sympathy toward Palestinians. It could be interpreted as support for the Boycott, Divestiture and Sanctions movement. But does it actually violate a Florida law against BDS? We spoke with one of its authors, Rep. Randy Fine of the Melbourne area. Plus a bonus as he relates his experience being hospitalized for COVID and

It's highly unlikely you'll ever hear a military leader say "I've got all the money and time I need to execute the mission." And when a global pandemic, aging infrastructure, and the end of a multi-decade war all drive federal spending towards domestic priorities, defense budgets get even tighter. Enter the practice of divestiture. Sustainment is the most expensive portion of a weapon system's life cycle, and there comes a time when it's more cost effective to get rid of the system and find something new to do the job. Adam Miller joins podcast editor Ron Granieri in the virtual studio to discuss why getting rid of things is harder than it sounds. They talk about a budgetary system that doesn't incentivize divestiture, personal and professional biases that get in the way, and an acquisition system that is a baffling maze of rules, regulations, terms and acronyms. TRANSCRIPT: https://warroom.armywarcollege.edu/wp-content/uploads/21-067-ITS-TIME-TO-LET-GO-ACQUISITION-DIVESTITURE-Transcript.pdf

FoodBev Media’s Emma Upshall rounds up this week's food and beverage news, including Danone finalises divestiture of China Mengniu stake; Graphic Packaging to buy AR Packaging for $1.45bn; Pladis proposes closure of Tollcross biscuit factory; and more.  

Season 7: DivestitureThe Grand Strategy used by firms to sell a going concern with normal or peak profitability for various reasons discussed in this podcast.  This strategy has proved useful, for generating cash for new projects used by serial entrepreneurs and corporates. In this podcast, we discuss the tenth Grand Strategy of Divestiture.AtyaasaaOnline is an E-learning portal that people can preview and learn for free. You can also visit Niket Karajagi's body of knowledge on his Virtual Coaching Portal https://niketkarajagi.com.AtyaasaaOnline Tech-Enabled Borderless Organization Development Portal

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Today is the U.S. government's deadline for TikTok to find an American buyer for its U.S. operations. But there's a lot still up in the air. Now, the Chinese-owned video-sharing app is asking for more time to work things out. Reporter Georgia Wells explains where things stand. Amanda Lewellyn hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A revised merger-remedies manual published by the US Department of Justice is reverberating around the world, as the government agency’s antitrust chief, Makan Delrahim, puts forward rules that place divestitures — rather than conduct commitments — at center stage. The new guidelines will have direct consequences for dealmakers, who may now have to think twice before offering behavioral assurances over promises to simply sell off problematic assets. In Europe, meanwhile, LSE’s $27 billion deal to acquire financial-data company Refinitiv is set to put the European Commission’s regulatory acceptance of conduct commitments to the test.

Last week was a great interview with Neil McNamara, Co-founder of Virtas Partners, which is an advisory firm specializing in preparing companies financially and operationally for M&A. The topic of discussion is how to plan divestiture from an accounting perspective. First thing that you should do is set up your deal perimeter. Clearly define what you're selling so that you can create the structure of the financial data needed to get the deal done. The complexity of the financial data varies depending on what type of exit you are doing.  Carve outs can be very difficult because most of the time, you are selling something that has never been looked at as a standalone entity. Therefore, you will have to build a standalone financial statement without any financial historical information. 

The current crisis may serve as an opportune time for organizations to divest assets. A business carve-out can create significant value for the seller during challenging financial circumstances. But the process can be complex and time-consuming at a time when leaders need to make critical decisions in rapid timeframes. In this episode, three Deloitte leaders discuss how divestitures have been historically used during times of crisis and how leaders might approach them during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. They share insights on how leaders might go about identifying and evaluating the criteria for a successful “surgical” carve-out. They also discuss key factors that may drive increased value when a company is going through the sales process–and how the process itself may significantly affect the final price. Given the unique aspects of the COVID-19-related divestiture environment, they explore how organizations might manage the divestiture process virtually, balance speed with elegance to potentially minimize transaction risk, and increase resiliency in M&A strategies moving forward.

On this episode, Kison speaks with Sallie Cunningham about how to plan a divestiture from HR’s perspective. Together they discuss the process of moving employees, how to approach ringfencing, and what Transition Service Agreements (TSAs) are. Sallie also explains what the key materials HR must have when it comes to preparing for due diligence during a divestiture and which transition records are required for HR to gather.

In this episode Meredith Harper, CISO, discusses her career journey and pivotal roles on her path to CISO. Meredith speaks about her passions that have led her to where she is today and what drives her to keep challenging herself. She also shares tips on how she has navigated new roles and organizations to be successful as a leader. Tune in for an insightful discussion! Guest: Meredith Harper, CISOMeredith Harper serves as vice president and chief information security officer at Eli Lilly and Company. She is responsible for the company’s global information security program.Prior to joining Lilly in 2018 as senior director, deputy chief information security officer, Meredith served as chief information privacy and security officer at Henry Ford Health System, where she had ultimate responsibility for the protection of Henry Ford’s provider, insurance, retail and research businesses.Meredith is an active member of the Health Care Compliance Association and the International Association of Privacy Professionals. She holds dual certifications in healthcare compliance and privacy. She is certified as a HealthCare Information Security & Privacy Practitioner through the International Information System Security Certification Consortium Inc. and a Certified Information Security Manager through the Information Systems Audit and Control Association.She earned a master’s degree in health services administration and a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems from the University of Detroit Mercy. She also earned a master’s of jurisprudence in health law from Loyola University Chicago School of Law.Meredith serves on several advisory boards in support of empowering women and minorities to embark upon careers in technology, especially in information security. She has also served her community for 28 years through her Diamond Life membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.Host: Betsy HacklBetsy Hackl is a Senior Associate Information Security Assessor at Eli Lilly and Company. During her time at Lilly, Betsy was instrumental in creating the Information Security Third Party Risk Management program to combat one of Lilly’s top risks, “Insecure Third Parties”. In this role, Betsy works with business stakeholders to identify the highest risk Third Parties working with Lilly and determine the actions necessary to ensure our data and connections are secure. In addition to assessing third parties, Betsy also works on Merger, Acquisition and Divestiture deals, and is in the process of standing up an on-going monitoring program to continually monitoring third party organizations post-assessment. Prior to arriving to Lilly Betsy was a Senior Auditor at EY where she led the IT component of several SOX audits and created numerous SOC2 reports. She holds certifications in CISSP, CISA, GCED, GISP and CTPRP. Support the show (https://www.ewf-usa.com/)

Kison speaks with Jillian Kaebel-Sisk, an HR Global Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures Manager at Caterpillar. This podcast covers how HR practitioners plan for and executive divestitures. They also discuss carve-out and divestiture challenges, as well as TSA agreements, asset vs. stock sale, due diligence, and more.

Today’s guest is Justin Guay, Director of Global Climate Strategy at Sunrise Project, and organization that grows social movements to drive the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy as fast as possible.Justin  has a decade of experience in nonprofit advocacy and foundation strategy development, including managing grant making and strategy for global coal campaigns at ClimateWorks Foundation and the Packard Foundation. At the Packard foundation he oversaw a $40 million grant making portfolio across all climate and energy priorities in India, China, the US, the EU and South East Asia. He has also run the Sierra Club’s International Coal Campaign as the Associate Director for the International Climate Program.  The program focused on global efforts to transition energy systems beyond coal to clean energy with a special focus on international finance.In today’s episode, we cover:Overview of Sunrise ProjectJustin’s history pre-Sunrise ProjectWhen he started caring about climate change, and whyHow his thinking has evolved on the problem from when he started to nowGoals of Sunrise project and nature of the coal problemWhere we are with getting off of coal and where we need to get toBiggest changes that would accelerate this pathBiggest hurdles to these coming about and how to helpRole of CCS, nuclear, etcRole of innovation, philanthropy, and policyJustin’s advice for others looking to find their lane in the climate fightLinks to topics discussed in this episode:The Sunrise Project: https://sunriseproject.org.au/ClimateWorks Foundation: https://www.climateworks.org/Sierra Club: https://www.sierraclub.org/IPCC 1.5 degree report: https://www.ipcc.ch/sr15/Global Energy Monitor: https://globalenergymonitor.org/Ohio coal and nuclear bailout: https://insideclimatenews.org/news/23072019/ohio-coal-nuclear-bailout-law-signed-cuts-renewable-energy-efficiency-programs-governor-dewineYou can find me on twitter @jjacobs22 or @mcjpod and email at info@myclimatejourney.co, where I encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Enjoy the show!

A lively conversation revolving around elder law, eldercare, nursing homes, gifting, homeownership re-titling, the divestiture of assets and long-term care insurance.  Mark Bertrang visits with Attorney Matthew Cromheecke of Moen, Sheehan & Meyers of La Crosse, Wisconsin.

In this episode, Deloitte subject matter specialists discuss the Deloitte Divestiture Operating Model Toolkit, a structured approach to building divestiture models that best address the unique challenges of each transaction.

In this episode, Deloitte subject matter specialists discuss the Deloitte Divestiture Operating Model Toolkit, a structured approach to building divestiture models that best address the unique challenges of each transaction.

Episode 4 - NEWELL BRAND *Please check these links for more on NEWELL: YouTube Episode: http://bit.ly/2TVm5DX NWL Financial Model: http://bit.ly/2HGVtAa NWL Episode Notes: http://bit.ly/2TdFMCB * 0:04 INTRO 1:57 NEWELL PRODUCTS 2:11 Recapitalization Play - EQUITY AND DEBT 2:52 Investor Confidence 3:27 Earning & Sales 3:35 Poor Communication From company 3:49 Top Management OUT 4:28 Divestiture program 5:07 30% Returns 5:16 Near Term Headwinds 5:23 Toys R Us 6:03 Valuation Methodology 6:40 Value Range of Stock 7:31 YEAR END 2017 - Trading at $24.6 Billion dollars 8:31 DEBT FALLING 8:41 Decreased Share count - 41% 9:36 Market Capitalization 10:10 Margin of Safety 10:17 CEO Michael POLK on 3rd Quarter 11:21 RISKS? 12:00 Michael Polk Stepping Down 12:24 China Tariffs 14:14 Macro Risk - 10 Year Bull Run 15:34 Background Story - 2016 16:35 Revenue Targets Missed - 2016 17:00 2017 Transformation PLAN 17:25 EARLY 2018 - Carl Icahn Involved 17:35 Carl Icahn - 7% Interest in Company 18:20 Carl Icahn - 10% 19:00 Carl Icahn - 5 out of 12 Board Seats 19:18 What is Management Doing? 20:17 Research Process - Where did it come from? 20:48 Wall Street Journal Article - Newell 21:41 Yahoo Finance 23:26 DIG & ASK QUESTIONS 23:35 Investor Relations Page 24:44 SEC Documents 25:03 SEC EDGAR 25:27 Carl Icahn 26:16 Filings 26:54 Projections Model 27:26 Operating Margins 28:18 Guidance 29:26 Valuation & Trading Price 29:45 Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and REVIEW Find out more on the Get That Bread - A Value Investing Podcast website.

As we close out Season 2, we bring you an unreleased early episode of the Community Solutions Podcast. As fast as our world seems to be changing, this podcast remains an unchanging truth. In this episode, we discuss advisory boards and commissions. Cities, Counties, and School Boards all have them and it’s the easiest way to get involved in the governing process. Andrew and Jason explain what they are and what they do. They also discuss their importance, and how to get involved. If you are looking at ever running for office or just getting involved in your community, this is a great place to start. This is entry level governing. This is how you can easily get your voice heard when it comes to how your city is governed. Let us know if we can help you get started. Have you checked out our Spotify playlist? At the beginning of each episode Jason quotes some song lyrics that have to do with the subject matter of the podcast. Andrew never knows what they are, but now he can… and so can you! We’ve launched the Spotify playlist: “Community Solutions Music From the Podcast“! You can listen to Roundabout from Yes after listing to Episode 30 on Roundabouts… or kick back and enjoy a rocking playlist just for the thrill of it. We add a new song every week. Subscribe and enjoy! Don’t forget that you can also subscribe to our podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify, or go out to the PodBabble Podcast Network!

Tim presented a speech at the 14th Annual Porcupine Freedom Festival (Porcfest), titled “Private Ownership of Public Space in Post-State Cities.” He addressed three key questions: 1. What is “public space” and why should libertarians care about it? 2. How can public use be preserved under private ownership? 3. How can state owned spaces be divested into private ownership? This episode features a brief discussion about Porcfest, and the full recording of Tim’s speech. View full show notes at anarchitecturepodcast.com/ana013. ----more---- Intro “You had me at ‘Privatization'” Discussion What is the Free State Project? A pledge by 20,000 libertarian activists to move to New Hampshire within five years. Adra Architecture – The Official Sponsor of Anarchitecture Podcast (a shameless plug for Tim’s new architecture practice) Terms and Conditions apply Tim’s profit-seeking motive for sponsoring PorcFest The Porcupine as a symbol of Liberty What the Free State Project and Kim Jong Il have in common FIGHT CLUB – Tim vs. Jeffrey Tucker The Porcfest crowd Not “With Her” Bohemians in tie-dye Ex-military guys with assault rifles Bohemians in tie-dye with assault rifles Bitcoin computer geeks Families Business people Academics The big umbrella of libertarianism Porcfest Events Debates on zoning, immigration Patrick Byrne – CEO of Overstock.com Dale Brown, from Detroit Threat Management Center Burning Porcupine Pig roast Vendor booths for businesses, food, and merchandise The “Adra Lounge” – Tim’s own piece of public space Thanking our entire audience for going to Porcfest OMG WE ARE CELEBRETARIANS NOW!!! Brett Veinotte from School Sucks Project Steve Patterson – Tim throws down the gauntlet, which was quantum entangled so that it was really Joe throwing it down. “Speaking of shooting off your mouth… my speech.”   The Adra Lounge Speech Notes Overview What is public space? Ownership of land Divestiture of government property Ownership of public space Post-state cities What is Public Space? …and why should libertarians care about it? Space that is accessible to non-owners without invitation, with reasonable restrictions Access to Public Space …a sliding scale Public Space No permission for entry, no permission for occupancy (Public park) Permissible Public Space Minor permissions for entry and / or occupancy, i.e. Pay a fee (Movie theater) Permissible Private Space Major restrictions on entry and/or occupancy (Corporate building lobby) Private Space Invitation only (Private Home) Categories of Public Space Open Space Urban open space (plazas and parks) Natural areas (hiking trails, nature preserves, beaches, preserved farmland) Enclosed parks (theme parks, amusement parks, botanical gardens)  Buildings Social / Cultural facilities (museums, theaters, community centers, libraries, tourist attractions, sports arenas) Mercantile facilities (Farmers markets, malls, shops, restaurants) Transportation facilities (airports, train stations, bus stations)  Pathways Roads and rights-of-way Waterways (Rivers, lakes, oceans) Parking (Lots, garages, on-street spaces) Restrictions on Public Space …do not necessarily disqualify a space as “public” Administrative Restrictions: Fees for use (park fees, road tolls) Hours of use Occupancy capacity (egress, parking) Types of occupancy (camping, mercantile, assembly) Behavioral Restrictions: Disruptive / aggressive behavior / drinking Reckless driving Criminality Health and safety risks Why is public space important? Essential to human functioning Freedom of movement Marketplaces – Access to goods, services, and jobs Recreation, nature, history, and arts Social interaction, public discourse, protest, celebration Public Space Summary Space that is accessible to non-owners without invitation, with reasonable restrictions Many types of public space – Open Space, Buildings, Pathways Government owned and privately owned Degrees of access with permissions Many private facilities have public space components (i.e. Lobbies) Expectation of entry (if not occupancy) on most properties Restrictions on entry and occupancy Public space is essential to public life Ownership of Land Essential elements of ownership Reasonable freedom from adverse use inhibiting desired use Duration of desired use with minimal risk of seizure (i.e. lease term) Freedom to transfer ownership rights at will, in whole (sale) or in part (lease) Necessity of Land Ownership Private property ownership of land is essential to settlement and production. Any society that is not nomadic needs to allocate private property to farm the land and build homes, roads, and infrastructure, with minimal risk of seizure, eviction, and adverse use by others. Means of Enforcing Land Ownership Architectural Means Fences, Gates, Walls, Doors, Intrusion Alarms Legal Means Titles, Deeds, Trusts, Surveys, Liens, Homestead, Common Law / Custom Forceful Means Armed Security, Forceful Eviction, Booby Traps Is forceful eviction consistent with the non-aggression principle? …and the sign says anybody caught trespassing will be shot on sight So I jumped the fence and yelled to the house, Hey, what gives you the right? To put up a fence to keep me out, and keep mother nature in If God were here he’d tell it to your face, Man, you’re some kind of sinner Signs, by Five Man Electrical Band Is trespass without threat an act of aggression that justifies defensive force? No Has a trespasser consented to force being used against him? Maybe Does a right to forceful eviction depend on local laws and customs? Yes Is forceful eviction consistent with the non-aggression principle? The right to use force to exclude or evict people from a certain area of land is not an a priori “natural” right However, forceful eviction is necessary (with proportionality and due process) to avoid adverse use of many types of property, which is essential to settlement and production A right to forceful eviction is a valid legal construct in societies with broad consensus for property rights. Establishing a Right To Forceful Eviction Homesteading “Mix labor with the land” A nice idea, but impractical Takes time to “mix” labor with a large area of land Excludes potential for natural preservation Can justify an initial claim after the fact First Claim “I claim this chest in the name of Spain” Necessary, but insufficient Dennis Hope has claimed the Moon and sold off claims to others. Some combination of claim, survey, and declaration of intent for use may be sufficient to validate a claim (i.e. mining claims). But none of this matters… Seizure “All your base are belong to us” No existing land title has been established primarily by homesteading No future land titles (on Earth) will be created by homesteading All existing land titles have been created by governments who have claimed unused land or seized occupied land. Are all existing land titles invalid? NO Land claims are relative. Whoever has the earliest provable claim to land has the best claim (Stephan Kinsella) Privately-owned land has been “removed” from the governments who seized it. Is “Public Property” invalid? There is no public property. “Public Property” is private property that happens to be owned by a government. The Owner (government) sets rules for access, fees, and allowable uses, no different than private property owners. Some government-owned property is public space, and some is not. Like private property, government-owned land titles may be valid if there are no better competing claims The problem is the ongoing ownership by a government taxing and initiating force. The government needs to go away, not the land titles. Divestiture of Government Property Why Divest Government Property? Property ownership forms part of the basis for the state’s power and perceived legitimacy. Government-owned roads, parks, beaches, etc. are amenities that entice people to support government and taxation. Bread and circuses. Less justification for eminent domain. Government doesn’t need to take land to build roads if it doesn’t build roads. Governments collect taxes to build infrastructure, spend taxes blowing up infrastructure in other countries. Private landownership is the basis for a voluntary society governed by rules of private landowners. Levels of authority: Landowners’ rules, deed restrictions, social standards, universal morals (NAP) Municipal police exist largely in part to patrol municipal property. Private security becomes much more viable and logical without government property. Property divestiture to public forms of ownership (i.e. voucher privatization) could be a windfall endowment to the poor. How should government property be divested? Abandonment (to be re-homesteaded) Only valid for unused land Restitution to taxpayers (Hoppe) What’s so special about taxpayers? What about government’s other victims? Arbitrary allocation Politically impossible – giving more property to the rich Seizure by revolutionaries In the absence of a valid competing land claim, forceful taking would create an invalid title. Subject to invalidation in future.Revolutionary overthrow of government would just create another governmental owner. Transfer from government to government, not divestiture. Spin off government departments as private organizations Highway Department becomes Highway Association / Highway Corporation Risk of monopoly Risk of bankruptcy Who owns the spin-off? “Opt-in” Trusts Anyone, anywhere can opt-in to create a share Preferred shares for people who invest money in improvements Profits or other benefits for preferred shares Normal shares can vote but can’t receive profits (Safeguard against losing public use to wealthy cabal) Preserving Access Rights to Public Space The purchaser draws boundaries, fences himself in, and says, ‘This is mine; each one by himself, each one for himself.’ Here, then, is a piece of land upon which, henceforth, no one has right to step, save the proprietor and his friends; which can benefit nobody, save the proprietor and his servants. “Let these multiply, and soon the people … will have nowhere to rest, no place of shelter, no ground to till. They will die of hunger at the proprietor’s door, on the edge of that property which was their birth-right; and the proprietor, watching them die, will exclaim, ‘So perish idlers and vagrants.’” – Pierre-Joseph Proudhon Existing public use of government-owned roads, parks, plazas, etc. has been “homesteaded” Divestiture of public space to private entities should not allow them to restrict access Reasonable access restrictions, consistent with existing restrictions Traffic laws Fees for use Hours of operation Behavioral / safety restrictions Means of Enforcing Public Access Public Ownership Opt-in Trust – Public can join as owners and vote shares to maintain public access Public access could be removed with broad consensus Trust Ownership Declaration of Trust could define purpose of land ownership trust as preserving public space. Limit powers of trust to remove land from public access Deed Covenants Before divesting, governments could establish deed covenants and easements that define public access rights, responsibilities, and restrictions Summary of Private Ownership of Public Space Existing land titles not in dispute should be respected Government property should be divested to private ownership Public forms of private ownership (i.e. Opt-in Trusts) may be most viable Public access to existing government property should be preserved by legal right Post-State Cities Public space freed from the tragedy of the commons Private ownership can bring market efficiency, value discovery, and accountability to public space Enhancement of green spaces and urban plazas Reduction of road congestion and traffic accidents Provision of appropriate parking Efficacy of mass transit Mitigation of unsustainable sprawl With or without a state, the thoughtful divestiture of state property to private owners could enrich our cities and towns with a flourishing of public space. Links/Resources Free State Project | Liberty in Our Lifetime Porcfest – The Porcupine Freedom Festival Adra Architecture – Tim’s new Architecture Firm Dale Brown (Detroit Threat Management Center) on The Tom Woods Show School Sucks Project Steve Patterson on Quantum Mechanics (Soon to be corrected) Signs – Five Man Electrical Band I Claim This Chest in the Name of Spain! Dennis Hope – Selling the Moon Stephan Kinsella – Land Claims are Relative Hoppe – Divest to the Taxpayers – Near the end of the article. See also the Kinsella link above for a reference to Hoppe’s position. Join the Conversation Use hashtag #ana013 to reference this episode in a tweet, post, or comment

Spiritual and wisdom teaching of Shunyamurti recorded on Tuesday afternoon (June 30, 2009) at the Sat Yoga Institute in Costa Rica. Excerpt: “And so you have to ask yourself, do you want that freedom or not, you may not [Shunyamurti is refering to the freedom of Self-Realization]. But, it is the only way to release all the huntings, all the suffering, all the misery, all the tendencies and conditionings. There aren´t any half-measures, nothing else is going to do. Even the best drugs will wear off and you are back in the same mysery. This is the only way out. Once you have come to recognize that, that there is no other solution than Self-Realization, then it doesn´t make sense anymore to put it off to the future.”

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