08 Nov
Member News

M&A Market Update: The Road Ahead

In the business world, unfortunately, the rearview mirror is always clearer than the windshield.”– Warren Buffett, Chairman and CEO, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. “Trying to predict the future is like trying to drive down a country road at night with no lights while looking out the back window.” – Peter Drucker, management consultant, educator, and author As we examine the current state of the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market, I find myself reflecting upon two favorite quotes, which remind us that historical...

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08 Nov
Member News

Forget Trump or Clinton—What Else is on the November 8 Ballot?

Next week, Americans will head to the polls to elect their 45th President. Across the nation, voters will also fill 469 congressional seats, including 435 in the House and 34 in the Senate. While these federal races tend to occupy much of the coverage and discussion as November 8 approaches, issues closer to home should not be overlooked. Voters in 12 states will select governors, and many ballots will feature proposed constitutional amendments or local initiatives. As the saying goes,...

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08 Nov
Member News

WTCA Names New Director

NEW YORK, NY, USA -  World Trade Centers Association, Inc. (WTCA) has named Alexander Brown (Alex) as its new Director of Communications and Member Relations. With more than 15 years of experience positioning brands, organizations and thought leaders, Brown is charged with spearheading organizational strategy in both of these two important areas.   WTCA’s CEO, Scott Ferguson, said, “We are delighted to bring Alex on as our new Director to help us tell our global story, which in turn supports our...

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08 Nov
Chapter News

U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $2.5 Million to Strengthen Innovation and Economic Growth Initiatives

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker today announced the winners of the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s (EDA) 2016 University Center Economic Development Program Competition. EDA is providing a total of $2,518,373 in grants to 24 colleges and universities in 16 states and Puerto Rico to run five-year programs that will leverage university assets to promote American innovation and strengthen regional economies. “EDA’s University Center program marshals the resources located within colleges and universities to support economic development strategies in regions...

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08 Nov
Chapter News

Food price volatility: Agriculture MEPs call for new EU risk management tools

To help farmers to cope with volatile prices, the EU must develop new risk and crisis management tools and strengthen their bargaining position in the food supply chain, says a non-legislative resolution voted in the Agriculture Committee on Tuesday. The supply chain should be made more transparent and the EU budget more flexible, so that funds can be deployed faster to tackle crises, add MEPs. “I am really happy with the result of the vote. We are paving the way...

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08 Nov
Member News

2016 WTCA Member Seminar Post Event Report

NEW YORK, NY, USA - The 2016 Member Seminar, held October 16-18 in New York City, drew 116 participants, of which 97 were WTC delegates representing 67 World Trade Centers. This year’s Member Seminar was focused on engaging and activating our Members, new and old, with the focus of strengthening our network through knowledge and education, and most importantly, through networking. WELCOME COCKTAILS The Seminar began with the Welcome Cocktails, where Members had the opportunity to reconnect with their peers over light...

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08 Nov
Member News

AlixPartners announces new ownership structure to support long-term growth

AlixPartners announces new ownership structure to support long-term growth CDPQ, PSP Investments, Investcorp and Jay Alix to acquire ownership stakes from CVC Capital Partners AlixPartners employees will continue to have a significant ownership stake New York – 7 November, 2016 – AlixPartners, the global advisory firm, today announced a group led by the firm’s founder, Jay Alix, and three leading global investors, has agreed to acquire ownership stakes in the business from CVC Capital Partners (“CVC”). The transaction values AlixPartners...

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07 Nov
Member News

DKMS HOSTS ANNUAL BLOOD BALL

DKMS Global Ambassador & Co-Founder, Katharina Harf and longtime supporter Charlotte Santo Domingo co-hosted DKMS’ highly anticipated Halloween benefit, The Blood Ball, last night at Diamond Horseshoe in Times Square. Amidst the 500 guests enjoying the party, Event Chair Santo Domingo expressed how much their support makes a difference. “By being here tonight, we are joining the fight to delete blood cancer once and for all. DKMS has made incredible strides over the years, registering nearly 7 million donors worldwide! But...

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07 Nov
Member News

New York City to Pass Protections for Freelance Workers

On October 27, 2016, the New York City Council approved a bill that would establish protections for freelance workers.  It is expected that Mayor Bill de Blasio will sign the bill into law in the near future. The bill, entitled “Establishing Protections For Freelance Workers,” defines a freelance worker as a single person, or an entity composed of no more than one person (whether incorporated or using a trade name), that is retained as an independent contractor to perform services...

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07 Nov
Chapter News

Signing our trade agreement with Canada

So the day is finally here. Today, we are signing the Comprehensive Economic and Trade agreement at the summit between the EU and Canada. This agreement is an important achievement, for many reasons. First of all, it clearly demonstrates that when Europe comes together, we can shape globalisation according to our values and our standards. We reached an agreement on the EU side after some tumultuous discussions. Sometimes we need to make things a bit complicated first, in order to...

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