“No One Would Listen” Reviewed by Professor Cecily Raiborn, Texas State University

Posted on 15 June 2010

Author:  Harry Markopolos (Wiley, 2010, 333 pages)
No One Would Listen tells of Harry Markopolos’ investigation into Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities (BLM). Markopolos determined rapidly that Madoff’s “split-strike conversion strategy” could not produce BLM’s stated returns. However, the SEC ignored the warnings of this questioning quant and his small group of sub rosa sleuths—not once [...]

The Culture Cure – Brett Hurt, CEO, Bazaarvoice

Posted on 20 May 2010

Founded in Austin in 2005, Bazaarvoice has grown to over 550 employees, and has been on the list of Best Places to Work in Austin since 2007. CEO Brett Hurt talks about the importance of hiring the right people, not just for the position, but for the overall corporate culture.

Executive Compensation in the Limelight this Year

Posted on 20 May 2010

In 2010, CEOs face the third round of regulatory changes in six years. Some of these changes are subtle, but not insignificant. Others are moderate and have the potential to be far reaching. Each year, Pearl Meyer & Partners catalogues the top ten executive compensation issues for CEOs and Boards.

Got Culture?

Posted on 20 May 2010

How three Texas companies changed their futures and fortunes.

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From the CMO

The Eight Qualities of an Effective Marketing Leader

Posted on 20 May 2010

What are the attributes a CEO should look for in a marketing executive who can lead such change? Start with these eight.

From the CFO

Taking the Bull by the Horns

Posted on 20 May 2010

We interviewed Stephen Solcher, CFO of BMC Software in Houston, who was voted the most effective and trusted CFO in the software sector to see just how he rounded up those Wall Street types.

Biz Dev

Courageous Influence

Posted on 20 May 2010

Stop worrying about what you can’t control, and start focusing on what you can.

People Matters

Cultural Shift

Posted on 08 March 2010

If your company’s culture is managed by your employees, it may be time for a cultural shift–and it starts with you.

General Counsel

Do’s and Don’ts for Maximizing Your IP Value in Uncertain Times

Posted on 08 March 2010

Intellectual property can be critical in the distribution of market share during a recovery. Here’s a list of things that you should and should not do to help you maximize your IP value.

Generation Integration

Attracting and Retaining Generation Y

Posted on 20 May 2010

Generation Y is notorious for having a high employee turnover rate, particularly if their job does not provide a sense of fulfillment. Here are some strategies to help keep them engaged.

Corporate Responsibility

It’s more than just raising money

Posted on 20 May 2010

Building a corporate community one bake sale at a time.

In Closing...

The Business of Winning Politics

Posted on 20 May 2010

But the business community is often outflanked on major public policy issues, at least in terms of communicating with the public. Corporate America is a big target and often seems content to keep its head down and not fire back.

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