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I PUT A SELL ON YOU

October 12, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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I PUT A SELL ON YOU

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In today’s economy, more and more companies are being approached by potential buyers, and with the Baby Boomer generation nearing retirement, fuel is being added to the transaction fire. Buyers are increasingly approaching companies that aren’t even looking to sell in hopes of planting the seed for a transaction. So when that potential suitor comes knocking, how can you know which interactions are legitimate, and how to you begin to vet them to determine if it’s the right move for your company?

In this episode of The Wrap, Hanny Akl, CPA, CFE, CEPA, CVGA, rejoins Paul and Kim to discuss how to evaluate potential buyers, how to make a selection and how to get the most out of the transaction process for your specific company.

VISUALIZING VALUE FOR YOUR VENTURE

October 5, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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VISUALIZING VALUE FOR YOUR VENTURE

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To have an understanding of what something is worth, you need to have an understanding of how much someone would pay to buy it. Businesses aren’t any different. To know how much your business is worth, consider how much you could sell it for. But, that begs the question: Is your business worth what you think it is? Whether you’re planning to actually sell your business or not, knowing the answer to this question is crucial. If your business has never considered this question before, some deciding factors may surprise you.

Hanny Akl, CPA, CFE, CEPA, CVGA, a Member and leader in the Firm’s Transaction Advisory division, meets with Kim and Paul to discuss how businesses can create value for themselves and how they can minimize the difference between what they think a business is worth and what someone would be willing to pay for it.

A NEW NORM AND TAX REFORM

September 18, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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A NEW NORM AND TAX REFORM

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In recent months, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act has made waves in business discussions nationwide. Business leaders watched news reports, read headlines and heard rumors about how the new tax reform law would create a new landscape for how they understand their companies’ taxes. But, what does tax reform actually mean for a business? Does filing an extension make you more likely to be audited? Should you consider changing your business’s entity status in light of the new tax law?

In this episode of The Wrap, William Dow, CPA and Katye Coats, CPA sit down with Kim and Paul to discuss the answers to these questions and more, including tips for business owners as they look to tax planning for 2020.

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TAKING DISASTER PREPAREDNESS BY STORM

September 9, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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TAKING DISASTER PREPAREDNESS BY STORM

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When it comes to natural disasters, the unfortunate truth is that many businesses don’t consider what they need to do in order to be prepared until they’re faced with an impending dangerous situation. Or even worse—many businesses don’t consider disaster preparedness until they are facing disaster recovery. The best way to position your business to ride out a natural disaster is to prepare ahead of time. But, natural disasters likely aren’t part of your daily business conversations and strategy. So, in the midst of all of the other pressures facing your company’s daily operations, how can you effectively consider how to position your company to weather a literal storm?

Mindy Rankin, CPA and Jason Alves, CPA join Paul and Kim to help business leaders get wind of how to effectively prepare their companies for a hurricane, tornado or other natural disaster.

COMBATTING A FALSE SENSE OF CYBERSECURITY

September 2, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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COMBATTING A FALSE SENSE OF CYBERSECURITY

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Cyberattacks pose one of the greatest risks to the profitability and longevity of businesses in today’s economy, and, at the end of the day, businesses have a responsibility to protect themselves against the threats that cybercrime poses. Why does cybersecurity matter, what makes your company most vulnerable and what should businesses do to be prepared?

In this episode of The Wrap, Amy Williams and Justin Headley, CISSP, CISA connect with Kim and Paul to talk about the importance of having a defensive mentality, an educated team and the necessary tools when it comes to protecting your company against cyberattacks.

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LEARNING THE ROPES OF R&D

August 16, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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LEARNING THE ROPES OF R&D

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The good news is that many companies that put forth an effort to improve their own products and processes are eligible to receive the R&D Tax Credit, which can boost their bottom lines. The bad news is that some companies never even know it.

Floyd Holliman, CPA, Member in the Firm’s Tax Division and leader of the Firm’s Specialty Tax Services Group, joins Kim and Paul to discuss the R&D Tax Credit, what the credit used to be. what it is now, what products and activities could make your company eligible to benefit from it and what common pitfalls companies face.

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THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING

August 5, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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THE STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING

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Government contractors have seen immense growth in recent years, but they also face unique challenges—from compliance and regulatory requirements to finding the right people for the right jobs. How can businesses operating in the government contracting industry position themselves to take full advantage of today’s opportunities?

Listen in as Hobie Frady, CPA and leader of the Firm’s Government Contracting practice, offers commentary about the state of the government contracting industry.

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THE HEAD HUNT FOR HIDDEN TALENT

July 25, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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THE HEAD HUNT FOR HIDDEN TALENT

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Hiring motivated, qualified employees is an integral part of any business’s success. Finding the right employees with the proper skills and experience can place your company on a trajectory to maximize effectiveness and reach your highest goals. But with today’s low unemployment rate, finding and appealing to the right candidates is tougher than ever.

Kim and Paul host David Salters, CSP, TSC, a Member and the Director of Sales and Operations for Warren Averett Staffing & Recruiting, to uncover how businesses should create a recruiting strategy, how to know if your business is offering benefits that can compete with others and what new technology may mean for the types of employees businesses need.

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NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCKCHAIN

July 1, 2019 by Kelly Payton

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NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCKCHAIN

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Blockchain is an increasingly hot-button topic, and business owners are attempting to predict how this revolutionary technology will impact their companies. We know that blockchain is expected to transform the ways that businesses conduct their financial operations and accounting systems, but what should business leaders know now in order to set their companies up for future blockchain success?

In this episode of The Wrap, Kevin Wang and Dana Canterbury join Kim and Paul to define blockchain, discuss its current state and forecast what blockchain’s implications may be in the future.

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