Equity vs. Debt Financing: Updated for 2022 Market Conditions
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The Covid-19 pandemic of the past two years, spiking inflation, and supply chain disruptions have created an economic situation that is putting increasing pressure on companies.  Many CFOs have never experienced rising interest rates, high inflation, or recession, all at the same time.  But those of us who have (myself…Read More

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How to Close the Books at Your Company in 10 Days (or Fewer)
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Over the past 30 years, I have seen no fewer than six presidents go in and out of office, through booms and busts and everything in between, as an interim CFO. One constant, however, is that closing the books in a timely manner (monthly, quarterly or year-end) is still a…Read More

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“Speed to Exit”: How to Get an IPO Closed in Record Time
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We’ve all heard the phrase “Speed to Market.”  But how many have heard “Speed to Exit?”  Maybe not many, since I just created it but it really is a phrase that should be part of every CFO’s vocabulary.  Speed to exit is the driving force to get a liquidity event,…Read More

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Going International at Your Company: The “Why, How, and When”
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At some point in a company’s life the CEO will have to decide whether to expand internationally.  It’s a global economy and focusing just on the U.S. market can negatively impact growth and profits.  The reasons for international expansion could be new sales opportunities, manufacturing, clinical trials, taxes, regulatory, or…Read More

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