Microsoft has stood out by making a successful transition to cloud computing from its past focus on data centers and packaged software. That has paid off big for the tech company this year.
Jan. 2, 2021 5:30 am ET
David Gibbs had just signed Yum Brands Inc.’s first restaurant acquisition in years and was planning a convention for nearly 1,000 of its fast-food franchisees world-wide when the pandemic crippled the global economy in March.
Suddenly the crisis threatened to wipe out much of the $17 billion the company and its franchisees generate in annual dine-in sales across KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut restaurants in more than 150 countries. Mr. Gibbs, a 31-year Yum veteran who became chief executive officer a year ago, went from advancing the company’s expansion strategy to contending with thousands of closed restaurants.
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Succession planning: Creating a lasting legacy for your business and family
Developing a succession plan that meets the expectations of all involved is not easy. However, a recent webinar saw leading expert on the subject, Isobel Knight, guide woolgrowers through the important issues to consider. Don’t worry if you missed the webinar, it was recorded and is available free to view for all woolgrowers across the country.
Succession planning involves the transfer of ownership and control of farming assets to the next generation charged with the responsibility of continuing the business.
It can be a complex issue for farm businesses, with often four generations actively involved. Understanding the different motivations, characteristics and needs of these groups is essential for constructive planning to occur.
Two City of Cincinnati employees set to retire with nearly a century of service between them
Joe Cochran and Ken Rohr both started working for the City of Cincinnati over 50 years ago. Their work is now done but they say when you do some thing you really love a piece of you stays behind.
Posted at 10:02 PM, Dec 31, 2020
and last updated 2020-12-31 23:22:15-05
CINCINNATI â December 31 isnât just the end of the year. For two local men, itâs the end of more than a century of combined service to the city.
Joe Cochran and Ken Rohr both started working for the City of Cincinnati more than 50 years ago. Their work is now done, but they say when you do something you really love, a piece of you stays behind.