Articles by tag: ESG investing
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies are an essential metric for companies across industries to build not only equitable companies, but ones that are more attractive to investors, partners, and stakeholders. In this episode of E2B, Amy Stutzman, Managing Director, and Reid Brooks, Director, in Opportune LLP’s Complex Financial Reporting practice, share their insights on […]
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Business Services
Selling your Business with Confidence
David and Matthew Shields, the hosts of the Like It’s Your Job podcast, have spent most of their careers helping businesses and business leaders grow. Much like their father, Jim Shields, they were motivated by the desire to do something good. So, for their first episode, they decided it was only fitting to bring Jim […]
Energy
Here To Stay: Why ESG Initiatives Can Create Long-Term Value
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) or sustainability refers to corporate activities that would maintain or enhance the ability of a company to create value over the long term. This includes both the financial and non-financial aspects of a business. With nearly 20 years of experience in transaction advisory, technical accounting and SEC reporting, Amy […]
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Leveraging 5G to Extend Security Policies
Guests Jeff Brown and Carlos Augusto from Fortinet join Brett Barganz of Verizon to discuss the integration of extended security policies with 5G technology at DISTRIBUTECH 2024. They delve into the transformation and challenges in cybersecurity within the utility sector, highlighting the strategic partnership between Fortinet and Verizon to advance security solutions that leverage […]
V2GH Today: Creating New Value Streams for Automotive OEMs
Verizon host Matt Montgomery speaks with Scott Brierley, the Director of Automotive and Strategic Partnerships at Fermata Energy. Brierley highlights the evolution of the DISTRIBUTECH conference into a nexus for cross-sector technology integration, with a special focus on how parked electric vehicles can be integrated into utility systems to optimize energy resources.
Navigating the Complex Waters of Supply Chain Fees: Comprehensive Insights into Demurrage and Detention in International Trade
In an era where global supply chains face unprecedented challenges—from pandemic-induced disruptions to escalating international trade tensions—the nuances of logistics operations, such as demurrage and detention fees, are gaining significant attention. These fees are intended to streamline port operations but often result in substantial financial burdens for businesses, highlighting a critical area of the […]
Reevaluate IDRs to Ensure Equitable Student Aid and System Durability
As the burden of student loans continues to be a pressing issue for millions of Americans, the discourse around sustainable repayment options has intensified. Studies, including one by The Pew Charitable Trusts, highlight how income-driven repayment plans (IDRs), while designed to alleviate financial strain, might paradoxically lead to increased loan delinquency rates due to […]