February 2013 - Benchmark Journal

Geoffrey Richards on Job Preservation

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Tom Sanderson • 0 Comments

Geoff Richards, Principal at William Blair & Co., was listed amongst the 40 Under 40 honorees in 2009. In an interview with Chicago Business News, Richards explained what motivates him, and why he dedicates so much of his time to job preservation.

William Blair & Co. is a financial services company focused primarily on money management, middle-market corporate finance and M&A. Richards is greatly involved in the firm’s newest project, which provides consulting for special situations and restructuring.

Small Business Advice for Natural Disasters

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Tom Sanderson • 0 Comments

This year has seen its fair share of natural disasters, including the two storms Sandy and Nemo. Now, the United States are preparing for winter storm ‘Q’, which is expected to hit at the end of the week. These incidents have a direct impact on business throughout the country. Small businesses are especially affected. According… Continue Reading

The iWatch: Apple’s Newest Project

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Tom Sanderson • 0 Comments

According to Nick Bilton of the New York Times, Apple is currently working on a new project: an iWatch. Utilizing curved glass the perfectly fit a person’s wrist, these “smart watches” may not yet be in actual development. Bilton explains: “In its headquarters in Cupertino, California, Apple is experimenting with wristwatch0like devices made of curved… Continue Reading

Liberty Global to Buy Virgin Media for $16 Billion

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Tom Sanderson • 0 Comments

Joe Malone’s Liberty Global Inc. announced that it will be acquiring Virgin Media Inc. in a $16 billion deal. According to the cable TV operator, it will be paying $5.9 billion in cash. The rest of the payment will be in stock for Virgin Media. The development will up the competition between Malone and fellow… Continue Reading

Why You Should Buy the New Office 365 Home Premium Edition

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Tom Sanderson • 0 Comments

Microsoft has just released its newest version of Office; Office 365 Home Premium Edition. After using it for several days, Business Insider discussed the seven reasons everyone should purchase it. The first is that it is a good value. “Office 365 includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, OneNote and Outlook. The Home Premium version costs… Continue Reading

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