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As consolidation continues in the financial services sector, integration excellence is emerging as a true differentiator. That's because most bank mergers don't stumble at the deal table. They falter in the first 100 days after the close, when M&A is treated as a transaction instead of a transformation. In a recent Bank Director article, Meredith Rousseau outlines how integration missteps in technology, culture and compliance can quickly erode deal value, and what leadership can do to stay on track. Read the full article to learn how to turn post-deal execution into strategic advantage: https://lnkd.in/giBWuSJm #BankMerger #BankDirector #MandAIntegration

We're grateful for another inspiring GET Global Energy Transition Awards event hosted by Sonia Clayton ERP-SAP-AI, CEO ADVISOR VIRTUAL INTELLIGENCE PROVIDERS, LLC last week. Proud to celebrate Margaret Stribling, CPA, PMP, who represented SolomonEdwards as an Advocate Award recipient. Thank you to everyone working to support displaced and transitioning energy professionals as the industry continues to evolve. Your impact makes a meaningful difference!

The future of internal audit is moving beyond compliance. As automation and AI transform the field, auditors who bring curiosity, context and data-driven storytelling are creating real organizational impact. In our latest Insight, Janine Koch explores how modern audit teams are using data to elevate governance and risk management. At the Institute of Internal Auditors - Philadelphia Chapter (IIA)'s Fall Conference, our CTO Alec Elmore will expand on this topic in his session, “Beyond the Numbers: Using Data to Elevate Internal Audit.” Read the Insight and join us as we explore what’s next for the audit function: https://lnkd.in/gxtMScRU

📢 We’re delighted to welcome SolomonEdwards to Nextcontinent! With 25 years of experience supporting some of the largest companies and institutions in the US, SolomonEdwards joins our network as a new Citizen, strengthening our presence in the United States and expanding our collective capabilities across organizational consulting, financial crime, tax, private equity, and data science. With this partnership, Nextcontinent now unites 13 Citizens, more than 3,000 consultants, and 80 offices worldwide. 🔗 Read the full article on Consulting US: https://lnkd.in/eUuJsisv And to discover all the other brilliant Citizens who are part of the Nextcontinent network: https://lnkd.in/eafcNa8j #Nextcontinent #Consulting #Collaboration #Strategy #Growth #Network #SolomonEdwards Craig Jones Carissa Robb Rory B. François Pouzeratte

“A major blind spot is sometimes the one in the mirror.” In a recent Forbes article, our CEO John Gulnac reflects on a common challenge many founder-led businesses face when preparing for an exit: recognizing when the company’s future requires leadership beyond the founder. We often work with private equity sponsors and management teams navigating these pivotal transitions, helping organizations build the systems and leadership needed to scale beyond key individuals. Read the full article for additional insights on preparing for a successful exit from industry leaders: https://lnkd.in/dpjC7GB9 #ExitPlanning #LeadershipTransition #PrivateEquity #GrowthStrategy

For many financial institutions, fraud frameworks remain reactive and fragmented. Regulators are now testing how banks govern, educate and prepare for evolving fraud threats, including AI-driven identity scams. Read our latest Insight from Jared Barnes, CAMS to see why mid-sized banks can no longer afford to stand idle: https://lnkd.in/gf6fhUcS

The rise of streaming has created incredible opportunities for the media industry, but even the best content is only as powerful as the data that defines it. To unlock the full revenue potential of a content library, media companies must treat metadata not as a back-office task, but as a strategic growth driver. In his recent article for TvTech, Philip Spiegel, a VP of our Data Science team, discusses how proper metadata tagging can: ✔ Accelerate licensing deals ✔ Unlock sponsorship opportunities ✔ Enhance content recommendations ✔ Boost engagement across your platform For more information, check out his full piece here: https://lnkd.in/gi5VmVBh

As regulatory clarity arrives for digital assets and stablecoins, the race for trust charters is heating up. Fintechs, banks and PE-backed platforms are moving quickly to secure the right foundation for compliant, scalable growth. In our latest Insight, Meredith Rousseau explores what’s driving the surge in OCC and state charter applications — and what regulators are really looking for in governance, risk and operations. Learn how early regulatory engagement and “examiner-ready” business models are redefining what it means to be trusted in the digital asset era. 👉 Read the full article to see how forward-thinking institutions are bridging innovation and supervision: https://lnkd.in/g2nqk7MJ #DigitalAssets #Fintech #BankingTransformation #RegulatoryCompliance #TrustCharters 

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor the courage, sacrifice and dedication of all who have served in our armed forces. Your commitment to protecting our freedoms inspires us and reminds us of the true meaning of service.

We’re excited to participate in the IIA Fall Conference in Philadelphia, where our CTO Alec Elmore is presenting a powerful session on transforming internal audit through data. Learn how leading organizations are reframing internal audit as a strategic partner in enterprise risk management, going beyond the checklist to uncover meaning within the numbers. Will we see you there? #InternalAudit #IIA #PhiladelphiaIIA #DataIntegrity #AuditTransformation