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More and more, we, as a nation, are becoming ultra-concerned and extremely protective of personal data and personal information. Identity theft, depending on who you believe, is either running rampant in our country or not as prevalent as we have been led to believe. Still the “powers that be“ appear to be pushing for getting a handle on verifying the identity of all Notary Signing Agents. Some will see this as progress, while others tend to view it as a continuation of the Big Brother Syndrome.In any event, for those who haven’t been updated, here’s what is transpiring now. Some lending institutions, banks, title companies and signing agencies are requesting that some of their “employees’ and “service personnel“ involved in the lending process undergo background screening and compliance training. Pretty much any individual that has access to the financial information of borrowers must submit to a background check. The “kicker“ here is that they also have to pay for it - more on that later! Notary Signing Agents fall right in the middle of that group. This sudden requirement is based on their loose interpretation of Gramm-Leach Bliley Financial Services Modernization Act.While
Anyone who has ever stepped foot into a retail establishment has felt it: dozens of manufacturers competing for the consumer’s attention. In order to stand out in the sea of items desperate for consumption, manufacturers have had to find ways to make their product noticeable and distinguishable from the rest.Every year, businesses spend billions of dollars on ways to increase the likelihood consumers will purchase what they have to offer. But oftentimes their efforts are either lost or overlooked because the materials used to create merchandising displays are not made to withstand the type of exposure and stress typically encountered in a retail establishment. In addition, many point-of-purchase displays are made from materials like cardboard corrugated that cannot be easily or cost-effectively customized with branding and marketing information.But today’s diverse marketplace does offer alternatives to the traditional materials typically used in the creation of point-of-purchase displays. One such material, plastic corrugated, is formed when two plastic liners are fused together on either side of a sheet of wavy plastic known as fluting. Together, these three layers create a weather a
We have taken the experiences of a beverage industry veteran, a food industry veteran and an investment banker and crafted a model that both large industry players and the small business owners are embracing.
I recently connected with two old college mates from the Wharton Business School. We are in what we like to call, the early autumn of our careers after pursuing quite different paths initially. John Blackington is a partner in Growth Partners, a consulting firm that advises food and beverage companies in all aspects of product introduction and market growth. You might say that it has been his life's work with his initial introduction to the
Financial Data – What’s Needed?As a general rule, the more financial data that is available, the better. If your accounting system is sophisticated enough to produce internal Balance Sheets and P&L Statements, they are certainly helpful. Of course the best information to use as a basis is the Federal Tax Return, since when these are submitted to the IRS, any and all final adjustments have been made. Also, three to five years of returns will give the valuation analyst a better and more consistent track record of the firm’s history. For further insight and/or questions, lean on the valuator for guidance. Typically, the most important source of necessary data is the owner or CEO (or the CFO if a firm is large enough to support that position), who usually is very familiar with the “financial goings-on” and the specific applicable history.Present Debt - A Factor?In the context of placing a value on a business to be sold, while debt is certainly important, it generally is not something which has a direct influence on business value. Here’s why. When there is long term debt to be considered (any debt to be carried on the books for a period longer than one year), that debt is n
We have taken the experiences of a beverage industry veteran, a food industry veteran and an investment banker and crafted a model that both large industry players and the small business owners are embracing.
I recently connected with two old college mates from the Wharton Business School. We are in what we like to call, the early autumn of our careers after pursuing quite different paths initially. John Blackington is a partner in Growth Partners, a consulting firm that advises food and beverage companies in all aspects of product introduction and market growth. You might say that it has been his life's work with his initial introduction to the
The price of crude oil and petroleum products reached a high in the international market last August 21st after Iran announced that it is continuing efforts to enrich uranium. Iran's statement and actions are direct contradictions to a United Nation resolution which bans uranium enrichment. As a mineral, uranium is an essential component of nuclear devices and weapons of mass destruction. Through its actions, the Iranian government risks possibly severe economic sanctions. However, the repercussions of Iran's action are felt in the global market as the prices of manufactured goods went higher.The administration-supported Iranian Students News Agency reported that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's leader, ruled out propositions to suspend nuclear activities. In response, the UN allowed Iran a two-week allowance to suspend the program in exchange for incentive offers. If Iran does not submit by August's end, the UN will undoubtedly resort to its international powers to stop Iran by itself. Meanwhile, the international trade community and the world market remain in check as both await Iran's decision regarding the incentive offer.The reports are not promising according to Tom Bentz, an anal
We have taken the experiences of a beverage industry veteran, a food industry veteran and an investment banker and crafted a model that both large industry players and the small business owners are embracing.
I recently connected with two old college mates from the Wharton Business School. We are in what we like to call, the early autumn of our careers after pursuing quite different paths initially. John Blackington is a partner in Growth Partners, a consulting firm that advises food and beverage companies in all aspects of product introduction and market growth. You might say that it has been his life's work with his initial introduction to the
There are several steps to take when purchasing a home in Arizona. This check list, coming from an Executive Sales Associate with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Arizona, will help any person thinking about buying a home in the valley of the sun.Your first step when purchasing a home in Arizona is to make sure to find a Real Estate Professional that is aggressive, knowledgeable, and educated. There is no requirements necessary when talking about education to become a Realtor. Anyone can become a Realtor as long as very basic guidelines are met. Would you rather have a high school drop out represent you, or a Realtor with a college degree? Ask your Realtor how much experience they have, ask to see diplomas, or even go as far as asking for letters of recommendation so that you can have physical proof that you are putting the biggest investment of your life into the right hands.After you have chosen and trust your Realtor, your next step is to get pre-qualified for a loan. This is a very simple process. A lender of your choice or a lender that your Realtor recommends will ask you a series of questions which only takes about 10 minutes to make sure you are qualified to pur
I recently connected with two old college mates from the Wharton Business School. We are in what we like to call, the early autumn of our careers after pursuing quite different paths initially. John Blackington is a partner in Growth Partners, a consulting firm that advises food and beverage companies in all aspects of product introduction and market growth. You might say that it has been his life's work with his initial introduction to the
Are you a Bakersfield resident who just recently learned that you have a mold problem? If you are, you will want to get it taken care of. Not only can some molds be dangerous to your health, but they can also be dangerous to your home. That is why if you know that you have mold in your home, you are advised to contact a Bakersfield mold removal expert.When it comes to contacting a Bakersfield mold removal expert, you may be wondering exactly how you can go about finding one, especially if this is your first time dealing with household mold. The good news is that there are a number of different ways that you can go about finding a Bakersfield mold removal expert. Just a few of the many different approaches that you can take are outlined below.One of the easiest ways to go about finding a Bakersfield mold removal expert is by speaking to those that you know. Do you know of any homeowners in the Bakersfield area that had to use the services of a Bakersfield mold removal expert? If you do, you are advised to ask them for recommendations. What is nice about speaking to those that you know is that you will not only get the contact information of a quality Bakersfield mold removal spec
After graduation, Coke hired John as a management trainee in the sales and marketing discipline. John grew his career at Coke and over the next 25 years held various positions in sales, marketing, and business development. John's entrepreneurial spirit prevailed and he left Coke to consult with early stage food and beverage companies on new product introductions and strategic partnerships.
Steve Hasselbeck is now a food industry consultant after spending 27 years with the various companies that were rolled up into ConAgra. His experience was in managing products and channels. Steve is familiar with almost every functional area within a large food company. He has seen the introduction and the failed introduction of many food industry products.
John's experience at Coke and Steve's experience at ConAgra led them to the conclusion
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