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Technology Executives

Social Business: How Is It Evolving Within Organizations?
June 06, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Social computing is commonly deployed to improve customer connections and employee collaboration. Today, leading organizations are re-engineering business systems, operations, organizations – and even strategies – with social business tools and methods. How can organizations realize the potential of "social reengineering?" Get a preview of the results of the second annual Deloitte and MIT Sloan Management Review study to learn how social business is being put into action within organizations.
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Industries: Manufacturing

Manufacturing for Growth: How the Industry Can Promote Expansion and Job Creation
June 06, 1:00 PM ET (17:00 GMT)
In recent years, manufacturing has been an important economic growth driver, attracting investments, spurring innovation, and creating high-value jobs. Going forward, what factors will enable manufacturers to be more competitive in the global marketplace? Hear results of Deloitte research with the World Economic Forum, the U.S. Council on Competitiveness, and the Manufacturing Institute and learn ways manufacturers can promote economic growth and job creation.
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Compensation & Benefits

A Global Outlook on Employment Taxes
June 05, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
As multinational employers take an increasingly global approach to HR strategy and tax compliance, they need to achieve a global oversight of their employment taxes obligations and risks. Hear how a globalized approach to employment taxes can help multinational employers manage compliance risk and create tax efficiencies.
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Tax Executives: Multistate Tax

Gross Receipts: An Update on the Other State Tax on Income
June 4, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Nexus standards are evolving in states that have adopted gross receipts tax regimes. Are these nexus standards creating new areas of tax exposure for your company? Learn how evolving gross receipts tax regimes are pushing the boundaries of state taxation.
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Financial Executives: Sustainability

Sustainability Reporting: Is the Picture Getting Clearer?
June 04, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
New and revised environmental social governance (ESG) reporting standards and guidelines have been and are being issued. Gain new insights on what sustainability information companies should consider collecting and reporting based on new guidelines around the world.
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Tax Executives: International Tax

Foreign Tax Update: Spotlight on Latin America
May 30, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Latin America continues to be targeted by U.S. multinationals for growth. What recent tax developments that could influence your decisions in 2013? Learn the latest intelligence on this dynamic region and tax issues you should consider as part of your tax planning there.
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Industries: Technology, Media & Telecommunications

Digital Transformation: The Vital Role of Web, Mobile, and Social Strategies
May 29, 1:00 PM ET (17:00 GMT)
Nearly every technology, media, and telecommunications company is focused on digital transformation – the evolution of Web, mobile, and social channels. What are components of an effective digital transformation strategy? Learn about the vital elements of an effective digital transformation strategy for TMT companies.
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Financial Executives: Transactions & Business Events

Outlook For Transactions and Business Events: Cautious Optimism or Ongoing Uncertainty?
May 23, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
While some business uncertainty has faded several months after the presidential election, economic and regulatory signals remain mixed for companies that engage in transactions or face critical business events. Gain insights into the fiscal and regulatory environments and what uncertainties still lie ahead to aid you in driving growth in your business.
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HR Executives

Workplace Flexibility: Business Strategy vs. Employee Entitlement
May 23, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Almost everyone today wants more flexibility to create better work-life fit. How can innovative approaches to workplace flexibility meet this demand while still being good for your business and customers? Learn ways to help elevate workplace flexibility from a perceived entitlement to a central element in your business strategy.
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Private Companies

Capital Expenditure Planning: A Structured, Portfolio Approach
May 22, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
In an environment of ongoing economic risk and uncertainty, capital allocation has become a central element in mid-market private company strategy, tactics, and planning. Could a structured approach to capital expenditure (capex) planning give your company a competitive advantage? Learn results of a Deloitte survey of mid-market executives and how your company can benefit from practical techniques for more effective capex decision making.
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Industries: Federal & State Government

Social Impact Bonds 101: Paying for Outcomes in a Time of Tight Budgets?
May 22, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Facing increased fiscal pressures, the public sector should consider a more strategic approach in where it allocates limited public dollars. Can social impact bonds (SIBs) fundamentally shift how some social service programs are structured, impacting both government departments and social sector organizations? Learn how your organization can harness SIBs to help deliver better social services.
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Tax Executives: Federal Tax

The Convertible Bond Hedge: A New Model for Convertible Debt
May 21, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Convertible debt traditionally has been an inexpensive way for businesses to raise cash, but often at the cost of dilution. Now corporate taxpayers can create a synthetic instrument that addresses dilution while creating an interest deduction to cover part of its cost. Learn about the convertible bond hedge and how companies can potentially use it to raise cash.
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Financial Services: Insurance

The Open Talent Economy: A New Era in Talent Management for Insurers
May 21, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
The open talent economy is a new way of doing business – highly collaborative and technology-enabled. How could such an approach impact insurance organizations and how may they need to revisit their approach to talent strategy as a result? Learn how, in an open talent economy, insurance organizations can improve the ROI of their talent investments.
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Financial Executives: Governance & Risk

The COSO Framework on Internal Control: Prepare for the Changes
May 20, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
The Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO) has recently undertaken a significant project to update its Internal Control-Integrated Framework. Learn what these changes are, how could they impact your organization, ways to prepare for them and refresh your company's approach to evaluating the effectiveness of internal control.
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Tax Executives: Tax Operations

Global Tax Operations: Managing Cost, Risk, and Quality through Global Compliance and Reporting
May 16, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
As multinational businesses continue to refine their approaches to global tax compliance, what effective practices might streamline processes and leverage technology while continuing to enhance quality and manage risk? Explore the fast-changing world of global tax compliance and how leading companies are elevating their tax operations.
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Industries: Consumer Business

The Food Safety Modernization Act: Proposed Regulations Impacting the Global Food Industry
May 16, 11:00 AM ET (15:00 GMT)
Food-borne illness outbreaks, major food recalls, and declining consumer confidence in the U.S. food supply arguably were behind the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), enacted in January 2011. In the subsequent year, what have U.S. companies and foreign trading partners learned about preparing for, and eventually, complying? Learn more about proposed FSMA regulations and how they potentially impact business operations.
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Financial Executives: Driving Enterprise Value

Save to Grow – The New Normal in Cost Reduction
May 15, 3:00 PM ET (19:00 GMT)
Despite overall economic and business growth, most companies are still planning cost reduction actions. Yet half of companies report failing to meet cost reduction targets. How can companies create sustainable cost savings while growing the business? Hear results from Deloitte's Third Biennial Cost survey and learn how companies are implementing effective enterprise cost management strategies.
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Industries: Oil & Gas

Dodd-Frank Section 1504: A Path Forward for Resource Extraction Issuers
May 15, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Section 1504 of the Dodd-Frank Act will have a significant impact for companies involved in the commercial development of oil and natural gas. The section requires companies to report detailed payment information in an annual disclosure to the SEC, separately from their 10-Ks, regarding payments made to foreign governments and the U.S. federal government. Learn about ways your organization can plan and drive a successful compliance with Section 1504.
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Financial Services: Private Equity, Hedge Funds & Mutual Funds

Asset Managers: Is It Time to Re-evaluate Your Global Operating Model?
May 14, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Although regulatory mandates will continue to be a big focus, asset management firms are starting to put more efforts toward achieving operational excellence. How can these actions help mitigate risks, reduce costs, and build scale and flexibility to support their growth strategies? Learn ways to facilitate growth and achieve operational excellence through your global operating model.
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Industries: Health Sciences

What is Keeping the Health Care C-Suite Up at Night?
May 14, 1:00 PM ET (17:00 GMT)
What are some of the latest developments in the health care industry and their potential impacts on effective decision-making for health care organizations? Explore specific developments in Washington, D.C. and across the health care industry, how they may affect your organization, and considerations for effective decision making.
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Industries: Federal & State Government

U.S. Immigration Reform: The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013
May 13, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
On April 17, eight U.S. Senators introduced the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act, which outlines a major overhaul of the nation’s immigration system. These reforms, should the bill be signed into law, will likely have resounding implications for private and public sector executives alike. Join the Former Virginia Congressman and Chairman of the House Government Reform Committee to learn about this proposed legislation and how public and private organizations can position themselves to embrace it while maintaining high levels of service amid unprecedented budgetary challenges.
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China Issues

China and Southeast Asia: Uncovering the Synergies
May 09, 11:00 AM ET (15:00 GMT)
With a combined population of 600 million, the 10 nations of resource-rich Southeast Asia represent a large, dynamic market of growing interest to U.S. businesses. Strong ties with China are also creating new synergies across the value chain. Learn more about a key network of economic relationships and what it may mean for your Asia-Pacific strategy in 2013 and beyond.
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Tax Executives: Transfer Pricing

Transfer Pricing in Developing Countries: The UN's Approach vs. OECD's
May 08, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
The United Nations recently released its transfer pricing manual for developing countries. The 10-chapter document offers practical guidance, but how does the UN approach relate to the OECD's transfer pricing guidelines? Learn how the UN's new transfer pricing manual addresses the application of the arm's length principle reflecting realities for developing countries, and explore implications for multinationals.
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Tax Executives: Multistate Tax

State Corporate Income/Franchise Tax Cost-of-Performance Apportionment: How Similar Statutes can Yield Very Different Results
May 07, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
For state income and franchise tax purposes, many states have employed cost-of-performance standards for apportioning receipts from sales of intangible property and services. But what if two states with similar statutes reach different conclusions? Learn how state treatment of cost-of-performance standards could impact how you apportion receipts from sales of intangible property and services.
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Financial Executives: Sustainability

The Responsible Enterprise: At the Intersection of Commerce and Corporate Citizenship
May 07, 2:00 PM ET (18:00 GMT)
Consumer demand, social media, changing generational values, and other factors are driving businesses to carefully balance economic gain with social and environmental responsibility. Gain clarity about the continuing discussion of sustainability, corporate citizenship, and social responsibility in the form of the responsible enterprise.
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