Traveling for work as a woman is less safe than traveling as a man, according to 71 percent of female respondents in a recent global survey of business travelers. The survey, commissioned by World Travel Protection ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8, included 2,000 business travelers in the U.K., U.S., Australia and Canada and found that women are more likely to take measures to protect their safety during a business trip than men. Close to one in three (31 percent) said they do not travel or go out on their own at night, compared to 18 percent of men, and almost half (46 percent) always stay in close touch with family and friends so their whereabouts are known, compared to 36 percent of men. Empowering women to participate in the same opportunities as their male colleagues, including traveling to or working in higher risk environments, is an important way to drive female participation in the workplace and offer diverse career pathways.” ISOS’s Sally Llewellyn More than one in 10 female business travelers (12 percent) said they have experienced a negative incident, ranging from minor theft to assault, when traveling and almost one in five (19 percent) feel […]

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Illustration: James Clapham for Bloomberg Businessweek Layoffs in the technology industry may have raised the anxiety levels of job-hunting MBA graduates . But they’ve led many business schools to try to tap into what they see as a growing pool of prospective students. In mid-November, Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management said it would waive its standardized test requirement for laid-off tech workers who apply. Almost a dozen other MBA programs have put forth similar incentives—such as waiving GMAT/GRE test scores or application fees—for newly unemployed workers. “We wanted to provide a pathway for some very talented individuals who now find themselves at a crossroads and don’t have much time to prepare for the GMAT or the application process in general,” says Lawrence Mur’ray, executive director for admissions and financial aid at Dartmouth College’s Tuck School of Business. Under Tuck’s new rules, applicants can request a test waiver if they were laid off from a job in any industry after Aug. 1, 2022. The offers have elicited lots of reactions in the world of MBA admissions. Some school leaders, MBA consultants and even students have praised the schools for what they describe as flexible and savvy moves. Other program […]

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$1 million will support scholarships for deserving accounting or finance students. The other million will enhance the collections of the Sawyer Library. Bobby Duron Teaching Accounting Webber donated $1 million to create the John M. Webber Husson University Business Scholarship Fund. This fund will provide financial support to deserving Husson University College of Business students, with a preference given to those majoring in accounting or finance. Sawyer Library Study Room Webber donated another million dollars to to create an endowment called the John M. Webber Husson University Library Endowment Fund. This fund will help support purchases that enhance the W. Tom and Bonnie Sawyer Library’s collections. BANGOR, MAINE, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Husson University announced today that it has received $2 million in gifts from the estate of philanthropist John M. Webber. The first $1 million-dollar gift will be used to create the John M. Webber Husson University Business Scholarship Fund . This fund will provide financial support to deserving Husson University College of Business students, with a preference given to those majoring in accounting or finance. “We’ll be forever grateful to Mr. Webber for creating this endowment. His support will help keep education affordable for the […]

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LANCASTER, Pa. — Gov. Shapiro is calling for a raise in the minimum wage to $15 an hour. Business owners in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, believe it’s time to raise the minimum wage above $7.25 an hour, but more than doubling it is going too far. Scratch Bake’s Cafe owner Justin Will increased wages to keep his business staffed, and to offset what he calls wage inflation. Due to the rising cost of goods, such as eggs, he’s also had to raise the prices on his menu. "There’s only so high I can go, and then I don’t feel comfortable going past that," Will said. He is in favor of raising the minimum wage but thinks $15 an hour is too high for kids still in school getting their first job. Business owners need some flexibility. "They still need an on-ramp to employment. Fifteen would be way too high," Will said. Marty Hulse owns Building Character and Madcap and Company. He also pays well above minimum wage and is willing to cut into profits, but he says 15 dollars could put a strain on his business. "You want to pay a living wage, but are we going to be able to […]

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SMX ordinary shares to commence trading on the Nasdaq Global Market under the ticker "SMX" and warrants to commence trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "SMXWW" on March 8, 202 3 NEW YORK, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited Company (formerly Empatan Public Limited Company) today announced the closing of its previously announced business combination with Lionheart III Corp (NasdaqCM: LION, LIONW) ("Lionheart"). SMX’s ordinary shares are expected to commence trading on the Nasdaq Global Market, and warrants are expected to commence trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market, on March 8, 2023 under the ticker symbols "SMX" and "SMXWW." SMX Prior to the commencement of trading of SMX’s ordinary shares and warrants on Nasdaq, the trading on the Australian Security Exchange of Security Matters Limited, SMX’s wholly-owned subsidiary as of the closing of the business combination with Lionheart, as well as the trading of the securities of Lionheart on Nasdaq, are expected to cease. Shareholders of Security Matters Limited who own shares of that company will receive securities in SMX in accordance with the terms of the business combination. Haggai Alon, Chief Executive Officer of SMX, stated, "The closing of the business […]

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Company Logo Global Market for Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) Global Market for Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) Dublin, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The "Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI): Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Global Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) Market to Reach $1.1 Billion by 2030 In the changed post COVID-19 business landscape, the global market for Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) estimated at US$454.4 Million in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$1.1 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.3% over the analysis period 2022-2030. Air Disinfectant, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record 11.5% CAGR and reach US$940.6 Million by the end of the analysis period. Taking into account the ongoing post pandemic recovery, growth in the Surface Disinfectant segment is readjusted to a revised 9.7% CAGR for the next 8-year period. The U.S. Market is Estimated at $149.1 Million, While China is Forecast to Grow at 13.8% CAGR The Ultraviolet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$149.1 Million in the year 2022. China, the world’s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size […]

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GETTY IMAGES getty Starting a business is a challenging journey, especially for first-time founders who are often juggling multiple roles. Losing sight of the main objective – profitability – is an easy pitfall to fall into. In the first one to three years of business, it is common to show a loss or break even on tax filings as companies focus on growing their brand. While this may result in low to zero tax payments, it is crucial for business owners to avoid the catch-22 mindset of purposely breaking even or overspending to avoid taxes. Without the guidance of a financial advisor or a background in business, this may seem like a favorable option, but it can ultimately hinder the long-term success of the company and its eligibility for secure funding options. Profitability is a crucial factor in accessing traditional forms of business lending, such as Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, lines of credit, or even personal loans used for business purposes. A business must demonstrate profitability on their taxes or show they can personally guarantee the loan. Banks and lenders won’t go off profit and loss statements because they fluctuate. A common misconception many first-time founders have is […]

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This International Women’s Day, meet some of the many women-owned small businesses who are finding success growing their purpose-driven brands in Amazon’s store. Read more March 8 is International Women’s Day, a time when we recognize the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women around the world. This year’s theme is #EmbraceEquity, and we are joining the celebration by featuring the theme on Amazon’s women-owned business storefront and under the women-owned small business section of our Support Small page . We’re proud to offer products from many amazing women-owned small businesses, and we met with five incredible entrepreneurs behind those businesses to learn about their journey to build purpose-driven companies that uplift and improve the lives of others. You can shop women-owned businesses in Amazon’s store during International Women’s Day and all year long. 3 Moms Organics East Hampton, New York Lisa-Jae Eggert and Kammy Wolf know that nothing is more important to parents than protecting the health and well-being of their families, which is why they created TickWise by 3 Moms Organics , a natural insect repellant. With active families, Eggert and Wolf didn’t want to stop exploring the outdoors, but the expanding tick populations and increasing […]

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Satisfied clients, innovation, award-winning work and experienced people drive double-digit revenue growth for the 21st consecutive year NEW YORK, March 08, 2023 –( BUSINESS WIRE )– Real Chemistry , the leading provider of AI-driven insights and human-centric experiences for the healthcare industry, today reported financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022. The company achieved revenue of $555 million, reflecting 17% growth compared to $475 million in 2021 and marking the company’s 21 st consecutive year of double-digit revenue growth. "Real Chemistry’s financial performance reflects our success doing impactful work at scale, and I can’t thank our team and clients enough," said Shankar Narayanan, CEO, Real Chemistry. "Crossing the half-billion dollar threshold is a significant milestone for our company. But it’s more than revenue growth that drives us. It’s the spirit of unparalleled innovation which gives us insights and integrated capabilities across the entire spectrum of services needed by our clients. With the power to continue to innovate at scale and serve as the leading partner of choice for our clients, we are well positioned to drive our next decade of growth." During 2022, Real Chemistry experienced continued double-digit growth in its advertising and communications businesses. The […]

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Suncor Energy SU, a Canada-based energy company, has signed a share purchase agreement with Equinor UK — a subsidiary of the Norwegian multinational energy company Equinor EQNR — for the sale of its UK Exploration & Production business. The industry is curious and speculating the reasons behind this move. There are many possible factors at play. One reason is that Suncor Energy has been looking to streamline its operations and focus on its core assets. The company recently made several divestitures, including the sale of its Petro-Canada lubricants division, and it is possible that the UK business was deemed non-core. By selling its UK business, Suncor can free up resources to invest in its other assets, such as oil sands operations in Canada. Another reason for the sale may be related to market conditions. The UK oil and gas industry has been facing significant headwinds in the recent years, including low oil prices, geopolitical uncertainty and increased regulatory pressure. These factors have made it difficult for companies to maintain profitability in the region. Suncor Energy may have concluded that it is better to exit the market altogether. By selling its UK business, Suncor can mitigate its risks and refocus […]

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