It may seem cliché, but a small business owner is constantly learning, regardless of what industry they are in. But there may be something to this, given the sheer volume of business development and management books on store shelves. In the spirit of constant...
Month: September 2015
Why millennials are important in mergers and acquisitions
The recent Fed decision will understandably have an effect on how businesses plan for mergers and acquisitions for the remainder of 2015 and next year, but it may not change the importance that millennials have on the overall market. Instead, it is expected that...
The value that skilled attorneys bring in the M&A process
It remains to be seen whether the surge in mergers and acquisitions will continue after the Fed’s most recent decision. Regardless of the differing opinions, it is important for executives and managers to know the value that experienced business law attorneys...
Helpful tips for growing enterprises
While we have focused a number of our posts on mergers and acquisitions, we cannot forget the number of successful enterprises that began as small startups. Regardless of the industry and the capitalization behind it, there are successful strategies that successful...
Quiksilver files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
We have noted in a few of our posts that the market is ever evolving. Because of this, businesses must evolve with it or face considerable difficulties as the market changes. This fight for survival is likely behind the mergers and acquisitions that we continue to...
The advantages of a stalking horse in Chapter 11 acquisitions
We have noted in a number of our posts the trajectory of mergers and acquisitions. Most are initiated so that a business can protect its market share, and others are completed to further a brand change.However, businesses are not immune to the hazards of the...
More food company mergers expected
When you think of the historic drought and California and diseased livestock in the Midwest, you are not likely to see the two events as catalysts for mergers and acquisitions. In fact, you may see them as potential detriments to produce companies and meat processing...
Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 bankruptcy, explained
When a business is sinking in debt, the owners' thoughts likely will turn to bankruptcy eventually. This is not a decision to take lightly, but bankruptcy is the best option in many cases. The business may be able to emerge on the other end stronger and better able to...
Important elements in an operating agreement
Small businesses are created every day across America. The ability for a business to start out in the marketplace with next to nothing and grow into a major enterprise is one of the great things that makes the U.S. an ideal place to start a business.While there are a...
Ashley Madison’s CEO to step down after data breach
The fallout from the exposure of personal information stored on AshleyMadison.com, the website known for facilitating clandestine liaisons is yet to be seen, as the number of divorces stemming from spouses being exposed for their cheating ways probably won't be known...