Smarter Lawcast with Hall & Wilcox Hall & Wilcox
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Welcome to Smarter Lawcast, the official podcast of Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm. We pride ourselves on our Smarter Law approach, where we work with our clients to creatively solve their legal and business challenges. Tune in to be educated and entertained by our experts’ take on topical legal issues.
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The ECM Exchange: Key changes to the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations – draft 5th edition
John Hutchinson and Chris Wright discuss the draft 5th edition of the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations, which represent an evolution rather than a revolution in best practice standards for governance. Proposed changes include an increased emphasis on stakeholder engagement, director remuneration, increased climate and sustainability reporting, diversity disclosure and disclosure for breaches of code of conduct.
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Building better boards and leaders: employee fraud and corruption – part 2
Suzie Leask, Julian Hammond and David Catanese discuss what directors can do to try to prevent employee fraud and corruption from occurring, how to implement a strong workplace culture of integrity and transparency, and provide some tips on how to deal with worst-case scenarios.
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The ECM Exchange: Proposed changes to wholesale client and sophisticated investor tests
John Hutchinson and Vanessa Murphy discuss proposed changes to the wholesale client and sophisticated investor tests, which have not been updated since 2001. They examine what the tests are, how they are used and how the changes may impact companies wishing to raise capital, among other issues.
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Building better boards and leaders: employee fraud and corruption – part 1
Suzie Leask, Julian Hammond and David Catanese discuss employee fraud and corruption. What are the key workplace issues? What structures and processes can boards have in place to deal with alleged employee fraud?
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The ECM Exchange: Convertible notes
John Hutchinson, Deborah Chew and Michelle Eastwell discuss convertible notes: what are they, how and when can they be used as a fundraising option and what is the ASX’s view of convertible notes? They also offer some tips for listeners on the use of convertible notes.
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Building better boards and leaders: privacy and cyber readiness
Suzie Leask, Eden Winokur and Alison Baker discuss current cyber and privacy issues facing boards and directors, why cyber and privacy need to be on the agenda at every board meeting, and offer tips on how boards and directors can be cyber and privacy ready.