Andrew Appel of IRI on the Power of Data
The CEO of data and analytics provider IRI talks about the strategies CPG companies and retailers use to connect with consumers, and how IRI has built a culture of innovation.
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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The NLRB's definition of joint-employer changes again, modifications to Dodd-Frank appear imminent, and the business community reacts to Gary Cohn's departure.
The Deal Is Done. Time to Start Negotiating
Immediately following an acquisition is the best time for new owners to negotiate with suppliers in order to maximize the return on investment.
Managing the Overlap of Human and Financial Capital
Accounting for human capital when structuring a personal portfolio requires understanding how it overlaps with the investable assets accumulated through personal savings.
Peek Inside the March/April Edition of Middle Market Growth
The forthcoming issue looks at the disruption underway in the real estate industry, from flexible office-space leases to the new face of U.S. shopping malls.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The BEA reports that take-home pay is rising as a result of tax reform, President Trump's trade moves face backlash, and the SEC cracks down on cryptocurrencies.
Dan Sustar of Trademark Global on Carving out a Niche in E-Commerce
A look at the Lorain, Ohio-based company working behind the scenes to make online shopping seamless by supporting companies like Amazon and Target while offering its own branded products.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
A new bipartisan bill would loosen banking restrictions included in the Dodd-Frank Act, and the next phase of the net neutrality fight has begun.
Data: A Retailer’s Best Friend
Data can make or break a midsize retailer. The CEO of IRI underscores the importance of taking a 360-degree view of consumer spending using data and analytics.
Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup
The OMB released the president's proposed budget, the administration laid out infrastructure financing plans, and four immigration bills failed to pass the Senate.