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As the use of AI continues to proliferate within organizations, executives must be equipped to manage associated risks and ensure compliance when enabling AI solutions. A&M's Cheryl S. Johnson, J.D., AIGP, CIPP/US will be presenting a webinar for CHIEF, the largest network of senior women executives, titled "Enterprise AI Governance: A Cross-Functional Approach for Executives" where she will explore key risks when implementing AI and best practices for overseeing AI governance. Learn more about A&M's Information Risk & Governance practice here: https://okt.to/rmQ1Pq #AMon #AIGovernance #AIRisk

Join our webinar next week where A&M Tax Managing Director Pierre Arman and ClearTax Lead Product Manager Vinay Hegde will discuss the PEPPOL based incoming e-Invoicing mandate in the UAE, best practices and lessons learnt from the implementation in Saudi Arabia and Malaysia and where technology plays a significant role in getting operationally ready for mandatory e-Invoicing. Register Here: https://okt.to/KzW8Is #AMon #VAT #Tax #eInvoicing #UAE

Industry Veteran Howard Steinberg joins A&M Tax as Managing Director to lead the Global Restructuring Tax Practice, based out of New York. Howard’s appointment marks a significant advancement in strengthening A&M Tax’s capabilities and expanding our premier global restructuring Tax practice, aligning with A&M’s reputation as the most renowned #restructuring firm in the industry. With extensive experience in both in-court and out-of-court restructurings, Howard brings a storied career advising on many of the largest and most complex U.S. bankruptcies. He has worked with debtor companies and creditor groups on intricate restructurings as well as mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Learn more: https://okt.to/ciK8Sm #AMon #MandA #Bankruptcy #OneGlobalTax

Exciting News: New Senior Director in Brussels! Jan Desmaretz joins us with over 25 years of experience in global capital investment and operational strategy. He has a proven track record of advising top executives on strategic transformations, and optimizing R&D, manufacturing, and supply chains to drive efficiency and resilience across industries. We’re thrilled to welcome Jan to the team and look forward to the expertise and energy he’ll bring to A&M! Welcome to the A&M family, Jan! Learn more about him here: https://okt.to/juIMwP #AMon #SeniorDirector #welcome

Wishing our friends, colleagues, and clients a meaningful Yom Kippur. May this time of reflection bring peace, renewal, and well-being for the year ahead. #AMon #YomKippur

As the #RestaurantIndustry rebounds and transaction activity increases, understanding the latest lease accounting standard is crucial. The new leasing rules (ASC 842) differ from past standards, requiring a closer focus on balance sheet presentation and its potential effect on deals negotiations. A&M Managing Directors Rino Nori and Jonathan Nus analyze this updated rule and its implications while providing strategic insights. Read the full article: https://okt.to/mRL9Ph #AMon #Accounting #MergersAndAcquisitions Paul Aversano, Anthony Caporrino, Katia Lacy, Stacy Kirshner, Greg Cibuzar, Alison Fink, Jeremy Nanus

A&M’s Corporate Transactions Group (CTG) welcomes new Directors Matteo M. and Jim Tripiano, further strengthening the practice’s expertise and operational capabilities to support its continued growth. Matteo brings over 20 years of experience in industry and management consulting, specializing in the end-to-end M&A lifecycle, divestitures, spin-offs, joint ventures, and performance improvement. His extensive background spans sectors including consumer products, retail, automotive, transportation, life sciences, industrials, and technology. Jim specializes in M&A transaction execution, with an emphasis on integrations, separations, and post-close value creation. With more than 10 years of consulting and M&A experience, he has successfully advised clients on developing and executing value creation initiatives that improve EBITDA and market cap. Their additions significantly enhance CTG’s operational capabilities, enabling the firm to provide tailored and effective support throughout the entire M&A lifecycle. Join us in welcome Matteo and Jim to the firm. Read the full press release: https://okt.to/YqBm4W #AlvarezandMarsal #CorporateTransactionsGroup #AMon Jeff Wilson, Colin Harvey, Kevin M., Paul Aversano, J. Preston Parker

October 10th is World Mental Health Day. We are committed in raising awareness of mental health challenges, and we are advocates against the social stigma surrounding mental health. We are supporters of this year’s theme “It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace”. Let’s continue to support and uplift each other - not just today, but every day. #AMon #WorldMentalHealthDay

Understanding the difference between “asset-backed” and “asset-based” sukuk is critical for both issuers and investors. Most sovereign sukuk issued today are asset-based, meaning that they are unsecured claims against the government. Download our sovereign sukuk discussion paper, co-authored by Reza Baqir and Ali Hakim, to learn more: https://okt.to/tKzBU5 #AMon #SAS #Bonds #Sukuk

A&M Tax’s Middle East practice recently hosted 15 Dutch female entrepreneurs in our Dubai office. With the aim of supporting the growth and development of female entrepreneurs, the session was led by Tim Dopmeijer LL.M, as part of a trade mission to the UAE organised by Women Entrepreneurs Netherlands. The trade mission is supported and partially funded by the Netherlands government - providing successful female entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to gain insights into doing business in the UAE, explore market opportunities, and build connections in the region. We are proud to support this initiative to empower women in the business environment. Learn more about our Tax services: https://okt.to/GIk8fC Justin Whitehouse Pierre Arman Vishal Sharma Renan Anil Öztürk Carmen Breeveld #AMon #WomenInBusiness #FemaleEntrepreneurship #DiversityAndInclusion