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It is commonly said that compensation should follow a company's strategy: a company develops its strategy and then aligns its structure, talent, and compensation accordingly. But sometimes (quite surprisingly) the process goes the other way and compensation discussions reveal gaps in assumptions, leading to important, deeper conversations that clarify strategic intent. In the first of this three-part series, we examine three case studies that show how executive compensation discussions can drive value creation by highlighting misalignments and unfounded assumptions. In the process, they spark conversations that lead management and the board to reframe and more clearly articulate strategy. In the…
HIGH POINT, N.C., May 30, 2024 – High Point University students presented their business ideas to a panel of judges at HPU's annual business plan competition and won thousands of dollars in start-up funding.Students competed for funding to start their companies or continue to develop their business plans. Four student-run businesses were recognized and awarded start-up funding during the competition.Vivian Love, an entrepreneurship major from San Francisco, California, who will graduate in 2024, won the top prize and $12,000 for her business, Aircierge, which she described as a virtual concierge that improves guest service and enhances the travel experience in…
SECURE 2.0 401(k) Startups With tax incentives and state mandates, forecasters are predicting robust growth for plans in the coming years, but what type of retirement plan design will best benefit these startups?In a post from Employee Fiduciary LLC, which offers 401(k) plans for small businesses, CEO and president Eric Droblyen outlines six key features that small businesses should consider: participant eligibility, compensation, contributions, vesting, distributions and loans. How a plan sponsor addresses these plan elements can mean the difference in “thousands of dollars in plan costs,” Droblyen noted.Want the latest news and insights from retirement plan advisors? Sign up…
SECURE 2.0 401(k) Startups With tax incentives and state mandates, forecasters are predicting robust growth for plans in the coming years, but what type of retirement plan design will best benefit these startups?In a post from Employee Fiduciary LLC, which offers 401(k) plans for small businesses, CEO and president Eric Droblyen outlines six key features that small businesses should consider: participant eligibility, compensation, contributions, vesting, distributions and loans. How a plan sponsor addresses these plan elements can mean the difference in “thousands of dollars in plan costs,” Droblyen noted.Want the latest news and insights from retirement plan advisors? Sign up…
Adobe Stock Summer is a season of sun, fun, and planning new professional successes — and it's the perfect time to develop a business plan to give you an edge over the competition. This article aims to give you a clear roadmap for designing a novel and effective summer business plan, so if you’re ready to make this season your most productive yet, read on. What makes summer a great time to grow your business?Summer is the perfect time for businesses to explore new avenues of growth, as longer daylight hours and relaxed energy take hold. As people adjust their…
IMARC Group's report titled “Fonio Processing Plant Project Report 2024: Industry Trends, Plant Setup, Machinery, Raw Materials, Investment Opportunities, Cost & Revenue” provides a comprehensive guide to setting up a fonio processing plant. The report covers various aspects ranging from a broad market overview to intricate details such as unit operations, raw material & utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery requirements, manpower needs, packaging & transportation requirements, etc.In addition to the operational aspects, the report also provides detailed insights into the fonio processing process, project economics covering key aspects like capital investment, project funding, operational costs, revenue and expenditure forecasts, fixed…
Content Source: HIV.gov•Published: May 30, 2024•3 min readtopicNHASNational HIV/AIDS StrategyOnapWhite House Office of National AIDS PolicyViral suppressionWhite HouseWhite Housesummary:US Business Action to End AIDS works with partners to implement activities and partnerships to address HIV in communities and strengthen public-private partnerships.HIV.gov provides regular updates on: Termination Disclaimer The Coalition was formed in response to a call from the National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS) to scale up public-private partnerships to accelerate HIV/AIDS efforts since its launch on World AIDS Day 2021. Since its one-year anniversary on World AIDS Day 2023, the Coalition has been working with its coalition partners to implement activities…
A new place where people can enjoy food, drinks and play games is being considered for construction near Bonsack on Roanoke County's east side.In addition to food and alcoholic beverages, 540 Social will also feature sports such as pickleball, cornhole, bowling, axe throwing, darts, ping pong, arcade games and mini golf. The owners say they want to offer activities for young people during the day and adults in the evening. As envisioned, the team plans to build a two-storey building with a restaurant, outdoor seating, an area for leisure sports and a live music stage. A rendering of the exterior…
In 1962, Harvard graduate John F. Kennedy declared in his Yale commencement speech that “I now combine the best of both worlds: a Harvard education with a Yale degree.” While a Yale degree clearly carried prestige then and now, a Yale education may also be useful in the governing process. In today's news, Yale University has appointed Maury McInnis as a professor at just 24 years old.Number Not only is the presidential transition a historic day for the University — following in the pioneering footsteps of Hannah Gray, who served as acting president in the 1970s — but it also…
What is a business line of credit?Unlike a traditional small-business loan — where you receive a lump sum of capital and repay it over a specific period of time, with interest — a business line of credit is a more flexible form of financing.With a business line of credit — sometimes called a commercial line of credit — you receive access to a set amount of capital, say $150,000, and can draw funds as needed. You only pay interest on the funds that you draw. You then repay the funds over time, typically on a weekly or monthly schedule.You can…