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BKD Selects Next Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
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Springfield, MO, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abe Cole has been selected as BKD CPAs & Advisors next chief operating officer (COO).

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  • Springfield, MO, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abe Cole has been selected as BKD CPAs & Advisors next chief operating officer (COO).
  • Cole fills this position after the retirement of former AICPA chair and BKD COO Eric Hansen.
  • The COO plays a critical role in BKDs success, with the responsibility of promoting firmwide operational excellence, which is one of the hallmarks that set BKD apart, said CEO-elect Tom Watson .
  • Since joining BKD CPAs & Advisors in 1996, Cole has helped grow and develop the firms higher education and insurance practices.

BKD Releases the 2020 Year-End Tax Advisor

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Thursday, October 15, 2020
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Springfield, MO, Oct. 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The BKD Year-End Tax Advisor is created annually to assist businesses and individuals with crucial year-end planning decisions.

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  • Springfield, MO, Oct. 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The BKD Year-End Tax Advisor is created annually to assist businesses and individuals with crucial year-end planning decisions.
  • Developing an effective tax strategy is key to a healthy financial future but with changes to requirements, updated regulations and new tax law to consider, solid tax planning can often be an overwhelming process.
  • Solid tax planning is probably more important than its ever been before as you work to create a healthy financial future for yourself and your business, said Director of Tax Quality Control Jesse Palmer, as he shared a glimpse into what readers can expect from this years Tax Advisor.
  • The BKD Year-End Tax Advisor includes helpful reminders for the year ahead and can help readers get caught up on tax news.

BKD Releases Annual Higher Education Outlook

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Wednesday, September 23, 2020
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To help colleges and universities tackle current and future challenges, BKD CPAs & Advisors has released its 2021 Annual Higher Education Outlook, a document that breaks down the state of the industry.

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  • To help colleges and universities tackle current and future challenges, BKD CPAs & Advisors has released its 2021 Annual Higher Education Outlook, a document that breaks down the state of the industry.
  • In 2020, BKD collected information from more than 100 colleges and universities to create an extensive understanding of recent changes.
  • Its a challenging time for higher education as schools search for new strategies to move forward in our current environment, said Nick Wallace, a BKD director and contributing author of the outlook.
  • Download BKDs 2021 Annual Higher Education Outlook at bkd.com/HigherEdOutlook to discover the innovative steps institutions nationwide are taking to move the financial needle and better serve students.

Brookdale CEO to Receive Corporate Citizenship Award from CED of The Conference Board

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Friday, September 11, 2020
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The President and Chief Executive Officer of Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) ("Brookdale" or "the Company"), Lucinda M. Baier, will accept the 2020 Corporate Citizenship Award from the Committee for Economic Development of The Conference Board (CED) next month.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The President and Chief Executive Officer of Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) ("Brookdale" or "the Company"), Lucinda M. Baier, will accept the 2020 Corporate Citizenship Award from the Committee for Economic Development of The Conference Board (CED) next month.
  • This award will be presented to Baier and Brookdale at the CED Distinguished Performance Awards Virtual Celebration on October 27, 2020.
  • The Corporate Citizenship Award is presented annually to a company that demonstrates a strong commitment to corporate responsibility practices and whose leaders are actively engaged in supporting and expanding those efforts.
  • The Award highlights companies that integrate relevant societal concerns into their core operating strategies and embrace them as positive for businesses, customers, employees and their communities.

Quantum Workplace’s Collaboration With BKD CPAs & Advisors Earns Win in the 2020 Brandon Hall HCM Excellence Awards

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Wednesday, September 2, 2020
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Working in close collaboration with Quantum Workplace, BKD redesigned its performance management program to enhance and support more timely and relevant feedback for employees.

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  • Working in close collaboration with Quantum Workplace, BKD redesigned its performance management program to enhance and support more timely and relevant feedback for employees.
  • Award entries were evaluated by a panel of veteran, independent senior industry experts as well as Brandon Hall Group analysts and executives.
  • In addition to this prominent acknowledgement from Brandon Hall Group, BKD was also honored for the same program in Quantum Workplaces own annual Employee Voice Award (EVA) program.
  • Excellence Awards winners will be honored at Brandon Hall Groups HCM Excellence Conference, January 26-28, 2021, at the Hilton West Palm Beach, Florida.

BKD CPAs & Advisors Announces New CEO

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Thursday, August 27, 2020
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Springfield, MO, Aug. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BKD CPAs & Advisors has selected Tom Watson as its next CEO, effective June 1, 2021.

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  • Springfield, MO, Aug. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BKD CPAs & Advisors has selected Tom Watson as its next CEO, effective June 1, 2021.
  • Watson will succeed current CEO Ted Dickman, who is retiring May 31, 2021.
  • It is truly an honor to be asked to serve as BKDs next CEO, Watson said.
  • BKD CPAs & Advisors wants to earn your trust.

BKD CPAs & Advisors Names New Managing Partner for Arkansas

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --BKD CPAs & Advisors announced that Susan Davenport will succeed Ryan Underwood as the next Arkansas managing partner, effective January 1, 2021.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --BKD CPAs & Advisors announced that Susan Davenport will succeed Ryan Underwood as the next Arkansas managing partner, effective January 1, 2021.
  • Susan has also served as the Arkansas chapter president and then regional executive for the Healthcare Financial Management Association.
  • "Susan's demonstrated success in growing and managing BKD's local health care practice and developing innovative solutions for those clients will translate well to the overall Arkansas practice.
  • "Ryan has led significant growth in our Arkansas practice during his tenure and I'm excited about the chance to lead the largest firm in Arkansas.

BKD SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Reminds Brookdale Senior Living, Inc. Investors of Class Action and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Monday, August 17, 2020
BKD, LLP, Plaintiff

This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Key Points: 
  • This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint you can visit the firms site: www.bgandg.com/bkd or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq.
  • or his Investor Relations Analyst, Yael Hurwitz of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484.
  • If you suffered a loss in Brookdale you have until August 24, 2020 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff.

BKD SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies Brookdale Senior Living, Inc. Investors of Class Action and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Thursday, August 6, 2020
BKD, LLP, Plaintiff

This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Key Points: 
  • This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint you can visit the firms site: www.bgandg.com/bkd or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq.
  • or his Investor Relations Analyst, Yael Hurwitz of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484.
  • If you suffered a loss in Brookdale you have until August 24, 2020 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff.

BKD SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies Brookdale Senior Living, Inc. Investors of Class Action and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
BKD, LLP, Plaintiff

This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Key Points: 
  • This class action seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint you can visit the firms site: www.bgandg.com/bkd or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq.
  • or his Investor Relations Analyst, Yael Hurwitz of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 212-697-6484.
  • If you suffered a loss in Brookdale you have until August 24, 2020 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff.