Thought Leadership Spotlight - Page 2

Read thought-provoking commentary, expert opinions, and visionary perspectives from leading figures in finance on current issues and the future of the industry.

Navigating the Complexities of Sales Tax Compliance

Sales tax compliance is a multifaceted process involving the determination of sales tax obligations, accurate sales tax calculation, and timely filing and remittance. While automation tools can assist, particularly in tax calculation,…

Tax·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Robert Dumas

4 mins read

Current and Emerging Tax Trends & Software

The corporate tax landscape is constantly evolving, shaped by regulatory changes, technological advancements, and shifting economic conditions. Staying informed and adapting to these developments is essential for businesses aiming for compliance, efficiency,…

Tax·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Stefan Boehmer

8 mins read

Navigating Tax Challenges in Receivership

The U.S. Constitution empowers Congress to enact bankruptcy laws. Our modern federal bankruptcy system provides bankruptcy judges in each federal judicial district. These judges serve for terms of 14 years and are…

Tax·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by James B. Mann

7 mins read

Get Leadership Teams to Think Strategically About Tax Season

Taxes are top of mind for just about everyone right now, and although most of the mental energy is consumed with worry over the size of the annual bill, this is a…

Tax·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by FocusCFO

3 mins read

High M&A Failure Rate Requires New Approach

M&A failure rates are a significant problem for Boards, shareholders and society – the wasted human and dollar capital, the loss of corporate and industry momentum, and the careers destroyed highlight the…

Private Equity / M&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Lachlan Hughson

6 mins read

Reshaping M&A Dealmaking with AI

Staying ahead of the curve is essential in the fast-paced realm of Silicon Valley, where deals are made and fortunes are forged or lost, with speed playing a role in many of…

Private Equity / M&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Shawn Flynn

5 mins read

Debt vs. Equity: Wealth Creation or Sustaining and What’s the Point?

“It’s all in the numbers” as the experts always say. Global M&A was predicted to be US$1 trillion by first half of 2024.The snapshot following discusses trends in capital markets activity; debt,…

Private Equity / M&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Sonal Patney

10 mins read

A Look Ahead for Private Equity and M&A

In this article, I discuss two major financial outlooks for 2025, the first being the projected economic growth expected and its proposed impact on the private equity market. The second is the…

Private Equity / M&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Alan Lester

4 mins read

The Ultimate Value Creation Lever

Matt Kinnich, CEO, and The Operators community of PE-Backed Executives collaborated to discuss Communications as a Value Creation Lever. While implanting effective communications in your portfolio company can add value, the inverse…

Private Equity / M&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Christopher "Kit" Lisle

7 mins read

Unlocking the Value of Private Equity

In the evolving financial landscape, private equity has become a beacon of opportunity for seasoned professionals, particularly those with CFO, Controller, or Treasurer roles. Drawing from a Chat with Matt session from…

Private Equity / M&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by Matt Bud

2 mins read

Speaking the Language – The Art of Communication and Storytelling in Financial Leadership

People don’t often think of finance leaders as storytellers. We are the numbers people, the data people. We speak in GL codes and key performance indicators – a language foreign to many…

FP&A·Thought Leadership Spotlight

by FocusCFO

4 mins read