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In today’s corporate world, the debt maturity wall always looms on the horizon. Yet with unprecedented levels of debt coming due in the next few years, could this time be different? Our latest issue of ThinkSet magazine—“The Debt Maturity Wall: Myths, Realities, and Solutions”—addresses the challenges, opportunities, and very existence of the debt wall. Explore the full issue now: https://lnkd.in/gYapjTSd Leveraging extensive research and insights from BRG experts, the articles in this issue analyze commercial real estate debt, innovative liability management transactions, and best practices for cost takeouts and managing cash flow, among other key topics. #debtmanagement #riskmanagement #businessinsights #ThinkSet Mark Renzi Brett Witherell, CFA Will Russo Ian Mackie John DelPonti Jr., CPA, CAMS, CCAS Rob Shapiro Murali Gokki Joe Schmitt Shawn Ashworth Chap Kistler Albert Metz

What's better than a puppy playdate during lunch? Team members from our Chicago office participated in Petpalooza, a fundraiser for the Anti-Cruelty Society. Participants were able to donate and spend time with a few furry friends who are also available for adoption. #lifeatBRG #adopt

BRG professionals recently responded to the UK Competition and Markets Authority's (CMA) consultation on its digital markets competition regime guidance. Read their full response >>> https://lnkd.in/g8_pDvBv Their submission noted that the guidance on strategic market status designation, conduct requirements and pro-competition interventions (PCIs) is drafted very broadly, and sees a risk that this could lead to significant difficulties for the CMA and other stakeholders when it comes to implementing the regime. While one can understand the CMA’s desire to maintain a substantial element of discretion at this stage, that flexibility may provide incentive for many stakeholders to attempt to influence the CMA in how it applies that discretion. As a result, any decisions made by the CMA are likely to be appealed, with the risk that judgments in such appeals will set rule and precedents that the CMA will have to abide by subsequently. This dynamic is likely to obstruct the CMA in its implementation of the regime and lead to delays and costs for all parties, including the CMA. In addition, the timeframe for conducting PCI investigations and imposing remedies appears to be extremely challenging for the CMA to achieve in a robust manner. #CMA #digitalmarkets

In the Nurse Executive Podcast with Nicholas Chmielewski, Andrew Agwunobi, chief executive officer at UConn Health, discusses his personal healthcare executive and consultant perspective on hiring and effectively utilizing consultants in the field. He elaborates on choosing the right consultant, negotiating price, and leading an engagement. Listen to the full episode today ▶ https://lnkd.in/gzkz7Snv

At BRG, you will thrive in an environment driven by Intelligence That Works. Your ideas will have impact, your recommendations will be actionable, and you will play a key role in helping our clients succeed. Explore our opportunities → https://lnkd.in/e2pAPfpq

As demand for world-class disputes and investigations work grows in the APAC region, we are delighted to announce the launch of our new Bangkok office: https://lnkd.in/g25KEbSn Led by Managing Director Vorapong Sutanont and supported by Director Arisra Panuvatvanich, a highly experienced forensic investigations team will join BRG in the new office, which serves as the latest addition in BRG’s continued global expansion. From underlining BRG’s commitment to this important region to marking a next chapter in the firm’s growth – see what our global leaders had to say about the new office below. #Thailand #Bangkok #disputes #forensicinvestigations

BRG is delighted to announce that it is a Headline Conference Sponsor for the 2024 𝐈𝐓𝐀-𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐁 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 in Buenos Aires on September 12-13. The event aims to analyze the schemes followed by different Latin American countries, as well as establish the possible coherence, clashes, and challenges that follow from the coexistence of concessions-related disputes under national laws and international law. Find out more>>> https://lnkd.in/entqndRR Institute for Transnational Arbitration | Asociación Latinoamericana de Arbitraje - ALARB #arbitration #internationalarbitration #disputes #latam #latinamerica

In an article in the Financial Times, Colm Gibson comments on Ofwat's recent opening of cases into four more water and wastewater companies, expanding its investigation of sewage outflows to all water and sewage utilities in England and Wales. This will lead to “increased uncertainty for both debt and equity investors [in water companies], with potential implications for the cost of capital Ofwat will need to allow companies to recover in the prices charged to customers,” he says. Read the full article >>> https://lnkd.in/ebjG_uEt #water #uk #ofwat #regulation

Joining BRG means becoming part of an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture. You will work alongside high-caliber colleagues at every level, gaining insights and expertise across diverse industries like construction, energy, technology, and healthcare. No matter your background or degree, your skills and experiences are valued, making you an integral part in solving our clients' toughest challenges. Explore our opportunities → https://lnkd.in/e2pAPfpq

When establishing an effective regulatory framework for responsible development, deployment, and use of AI, it is important to have good data. The principles identified by our survey respondents are natural; AI systems and their outputs are only as good (and safe) as the data they run on. Respondents also identified these three areas as the most important areas for policymakers to address, and the most challenging areas for companies. Learn more about this and other topics related to the AI regulatory landscape in the Global AI Regulation Report - https://lnkd.in/ebyFwb92