The M&A Challenge of Acquiring a Private, Foreign-Owned Company
By Kenton Chow
Experienced CFOs know that merger and acquisition (M&A) deals can be complicated and demanding, from finding a strategic fit to conducting due diligence to post acquisition integration. And M&A is even more challenging when one private company acquires another private company, especially if it is a cross-border acquisition. Mergers and…Read More
Read MoreThe CFOs’ Critical Role in Board Oversight
By Heather Ogan
The Board of Directors of an organization, public or private, has an important oversight function over management as they carry out their day-to-day functions for the benefit of the various stakeholders of the organization. Effective Board oversight is critical so that there is an extra layer of advice and approval…Read More
Read MoreCreative Cash Strategies for a Cannabis Business: The Case of “Moonflower Edibles”
By Bob Finley
The cannabis industry presents unique challenges to management teams charged with high growth objectives paired with industry-specific banking restrictions. One of the most pressing issues for many is how to fund cash requirements. Cash management becomes even more important when you cannot rely on traditional financing via federal banks and…Read More
Read MoreBuilding a Strong Finance Team: Five Essential Ingredients
By Chris Cook
In my over 25 years in finance and public accounting, I have personally led a multitude of talented teams across industry sectors and at startups to enterprise-level companies. In my experience, I find that there are at least five essential ingredients for finance leaders to keep in mind when identifying,…Read More
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