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From everyone at Connor Group, have a fantastic Fourth of July holiday!

Join us in congratulating the Connor Group team members who were recently promoted to Director! We are proud of each of these individuals' hard work and accomplishments and wish them the best of luck in their well-deserved new roles!

Connor Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Colin Moore, CPA to Partner! Since joining Connor Group in 2022 as the New York M&A market leader, Colin has been a critical catalyst to the growth of our M&A practice. His extensive knowledge and experience across diverse issues, most notably through financial due diligence, deal execution advisory, M&A integration, and analytics, have made him an invaluable resource for our clients and team. Viewed as a thought leader, Colin often shares his knowledge in the market through presentations to clients, executive organizations, MBA students, and colleagues. Please join us in congratulating Colin on his well-deserved new role!

Congratulations to those being promoted at Connor Group! We are thrilled to celebrate your well-deserved new roles and wish you a bright future filled with continued success! See the full list of this year's promotions: bit.ly/4blrxDy

🧬 LIFE SCIENCES IPO TREND ALERT 📈 We recently hosted Life Sciences IPO Summits in the Bay Area and Boston, and our featured industry panelists highlighted some promising trends ⬇️ • While Q1 activity levels were near pre-pandemic levels (with $1.2 billion raised in the first six weeks alone) — since then, investors have been wary, though there is still optimism • If being public is your goal, it’s important to get IPO ready NOW so you can act quickly when the market opens • Securing crossover financing, early buy-in from leaders and investors, and thorough preparation with the right team are crucial Getting the best advisory team on board should be a top priority. With experience on over 100 Life Science IPOs, we can help you build the right foundation for a successful public market entrance. Connect with our experts Aleks Zabreyko and Randa Ghantous, CPA or comment below to learn more!

📈 💡 A Guide to Public Market KPIs for Finance Executives – DOWNLOAD TODAY: bit.ly/4e6MpBh As a finance executive, leading your company through the journey of a public offering demands a deep understanding of your company's narrative and the ability to articulate its financial vitality to the world, especially potential investors. Whether you're in the early stages of preparing for a public offering or looking to refine your approach, this guide is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively communicate your company's growth and profitability potential through the strategic use of KPIs. Key highlights: · The importance of KPIs in conveying your company's story and financial health · A step-by-step approach to selecting the most impactful KPIs for your business · Best practices for managing and presenting KPIs to potential investors · Insights into aligning your KPIs with industry standards and investor expectations

Happy Pride Month to our employees, clients, partners, and friends!

📣 Connor Group, Boomi, and a cohort of academic researchers collaborated to deliver 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐈 (𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐀𝐈) ⬇ Connor Group, along with: Boomi David A. Wood (Brigham Young University Marriott School) Scott Emett (Arizona State University W.P. Carey School of Business) Marc Eulerich (University of Duisburg-Essen Mercator School of Management) announce the 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐀𝐈 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤.   Built in collaboration with over 1,000 business leaders, academics, and industry bodies, the GenAI Governance Framework provides a detailed guide and comprehensive methodology for organizations of all sizes to assess their AI readiness, identify and manage enterprise risks associated with GenAI technologies, and move into responsible GenAI adoption. The framework can be easily customized to align with a company's unique objectives, needs, and risk appetite, and empowers those responsible for risk management and governance — such as Internal Audit, IT/CISO, Legal, and Audit Committees — to identify, evaluate, and proactively address high-priority exposures. It also provides a structured approach to pinpointing vulnerabilities and implementing controls, facilitating the secure and responsible deployment of GenAI technologies. “Effective AI adoption will be a massive competitive advantage but many don’t know where to start and how to apply it. A few AI tools exist now with many on the way, and they are coming fast. Having a smart AI adoption strategy with underlying controls, data, and processes that are ready for AI takes time. The most competitive companies are doing these things now," explained Jeff Pickett, Chair and Founder at Connor Group. Provided as a free resource, the GenAI Framework includes comprehensive documentation and a robust set of risk and control considerations. Framework implementation and consulting services offered by Connor Group allow businesses to evaluate their current governance practices, identify areas for improvement, and strategically plan for future enhancements. By assessing maturity levels across various control considerations, companies can gain insights into their own strengths and weaknesses and take targeted actions to bolster their AI governance. “Overall, the GenAI Governance Framework and accompanying Maturity Model serve as essential resources for organizations seeking to navigate the evolving landscape of AI,” said David A. Wood. “By adopting these tools, organizations can enhance their preparedness, resilience, and capability to harness the benefits of AI while effectively managing its risks.” For information about Connor Group AI and Automation services, please comment or send us a DM. To download the GenAI Governance Framework, visit the link in the comments.

IPO Spring is here! "Right now is the time for companies to be preparing." DM us if you'd like to learn more about how Connor Group can help your company get IPO ready.