Articles by tag: merger
The ProAV community is buzzing with excitement as two titans of tech, AVer and Zoom, join forces to redefine collaboration and meeting solutions. Given a time where remote work is becoming increasingly commonplace—accounting for roughly 25 percent of the workforce according to recent studies—the importance of seamless, efficient, and user-friendly meeting technology has never been…
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Game Changers- Episodes, Season 1
The Latest Gaming Merger Firmly Establishes Dallas as an Esports Hub
Mike Rufail, founder and chief gaming officer at Envy Gaming, excitedly explained the gaming merger with OpTic Gaming and how Dallas is becoming an esports hub while talking with Host Katie Steinberg. One big change from the merger will be the name of the team — the Texas-based Call of Duty League franchise Dallas…
Business Services
How to Successfully Transfer a Family-Owned Business
Transitioning a business successfully is an inherently challenging process – but it can be made even more difficult when you throw a dash of family in the mix. That’s the topic for this episode of Like It’s Your Job, a podcast by The Shields Group. Hosts Matt and David Shields invited Eric Beichler, Managing Principal,…
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AT&T Merges Media Assets With Discovery in Blockbuster Deal
(Bloomberg) — AT&T Inc. agreed to spin off its media operations in a deal with Discovery Inc. that will create a new entertainment company, merging assets ranging from CNN and HBO to HGTV and the Food Network. AT&T will receive $43 billion in cash, debt securities and debt retention, with AT&T shareholders getting stock representing…
Healthcare
Healthcare Bluebook Now Owns Largest Healthcare Quality-Cost Database in the U.S.
A pioneer and industry leader in healthcare quality and cost information, Healthcare Bluebook (Bluebook) has joined forces with established data partner, Quantros, Inc. through the acquisition of its quality division to create an unprecedented dataset, and the only one of its kind in the market. Combining Quantros’ deep expertise in provider quality data and analytics…
Sports & Entertainment
Univision Announces Merger with Televisa, Forming Spanish-Language Media Conglomerate
Univision announced a merger with Televisa, which comes as a massive announcement for Spanish-language media. What are some of the implications of this partnership, and what impact will it have on the new corporate structure of Spanish-language media? Voice of B2B, Daniel Litwin, talks with Ivan Parron, Partner of PARRON LAW, who has 20+ years…
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GE CEO Larry Culp Discusses the Impact of AerCap Deal
GE (NYSE:GE) just announced an agreement to combine its GE Capital Aviation Services business (“GECAS”) with AerCap Holdings N.V. (“AerCap”). GE Chairman and CEO H. Lawrence Culp, Jr. said, “Today marks GE’s transformation to a more focused, simpler, and stronger industrial company. Coupled with our continuing efforts to strengthen GE’s performance, operations, and culture, this…
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Leverage Data-Driven Tools and Local SEO for Maximum Search Engine Rankings
As businesses continue to navigate the digital landscape, data-driven tools are more crucial than ever for effective SEO strategies. Understanding and implementing the proper SEO practices can make a significant difference with evolving algorithms and competitive markets. Given that 75% of users never scroll past the first page of search results, this statistic underscores…
On-Device AI is Today’s Tech Innovation, Competition and Market Leadership Driver
On-device AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, making it a critical factor for industry dominance. This cutting-edge technology directly integrates advanced AI capabilities into devices, transforming consumer and enterprise applications. This shift stems from the need for improved performance, reduced latency, enhanced data privacy & security, and personalized user experiences. With advancements in neural processing…
The Role of AI in Modern Supply Chains: Insights from Aaron Hatfield at Arvist
Artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern supply chains, with companies like Arvist leading the charge. In a recent episode of Hammer Down, hosted by Mike Bush, Aaron Hatfield, the Head of Sales at Arvist, sheds light on AI’s practical applications and benefits in enhancing supply chain operations. Is AI in the supply chain a double-edged…
Training New Semiconductor Manufacturing Professionals is Key to Meet Coming Domestic Manufacturing Demand
Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing, driven by substantial investments and strategic policies. With the CHIPS Act expected to triple domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity by 2032, the need for a skilled workforce is more urgent than ever. This discussion explores the key question: What does the…
