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KPMG Launches Data & Analytics Literacy Program For 10,000 Advisory Professionals

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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b'NEW YORK, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- KPMG LLP today announced the launch of a new Data & Analytics (D&A) Literacy Program for its Advisory services professionals to drive new levels of business value for clients.

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  • b'NEW YORK, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- KPMG LLP today announced the launch of a new Data & Analytics (D&A) Literacy Program for its Advisory services professionals to drive new levels of business value for clients.
  • "Our Data & Analytics Literacy Program is helping our people create market-relevant solutions for clients forged in data, insights, and Artificial Intelligenceenabling data & analytics innovation on a greater scale.
  • "\nDesigned to deepen employees\' understanding of data, analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI), KPMG\'s D&A Literacy Program will help Advisory professionals deliver meaningful data-driven insights to clients.
  • "The KPMG Data Citizens with Purpose program has given HITEC a great gift, and that\'s the gift of knowledge.

KPMG Appoints Roel Campos To Serve On Its U.S. Board

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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b'NEW YORK, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Roel Campos as an independent director to its U.S. Board of Directors.

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  • b'NEW YORK, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Roel Campos as an independent director to its U.S. Board of Directors.
  • Campos is the third distinguished independent director selected for the firm\'s U.S. board, joining General (ret.)
  • Campos also has spoken and written on the importance of board diversity throughout his career.\n"I am honored to join the U.S. board of KPMG, a firm recognized for its commitment to excellence," said Campos.
  • The KPMG global organization operates in 146 countries and territories and has close to 227,000 people working in member firms around the world.

Boston Omaha Corporation Announces Form 12b-25 Filing Relating to Changes in Accounting for Yellowstone Acquisition Company

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
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In discussion with KPMG LLP, its independent registered public accounting firm, the Company has determined that it must consolidate the financial statements of Yellowstone Acquisition Company (\xe2\x80\x9cYellowstone\xe2\x80\x9d), a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, in which the Company serves as sponsor.

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  • In discussion with KPMG LLP, its independent registered public accounting firm, the Company has determined that it must consolidate the financial statements of Yellowstone Acquisition Company (\xe2\x80\x9cYellowstone\xe2\x80\x9d), a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, in which the Company serves as sponsor.
  • As a result, the Company needs to complete the restatement of its financial results for 2020 to reflect this consolidation.
  • The Company expects to be able to soon thereafter file its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2021.
  • The Company anticipates filing a Form 8-K with further details of the restatement later today.\nBoston Omaha Corporation is a public holding company with three majority owned businesses engaged in outdoor advertising, surety insurance and broadband telecommunications services.

Esker and KPMG France Announce Strategic Partnership

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
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\xe2\x80\x9cBy partnering with KPMG France we can offer our customers and prospects multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of tax, finance and regulatory constraints.

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  • \xe2\x80\x9cBy partnering with KPMG France we can offer our customers and prospects multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of tax, finance and regulatory constraints.
  • Beyond just proximity, this collaboration enriches and completes our automation solutions for finance and administrative processes.\xe2\x80\x9d\nThis partnership builds on the initial 2019 alliance with Esker and KPMG Netherlands.
  • Esker operates in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific with global headquarters in Lyon, France, and U.S. headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin.
  • Follow Esker on Twitter @EskerInc and join the conversation on the Esker blog at blog.esker.com .\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210518005238/en/\n'

KPMG LLP Leverages Data Analytics And Cloud-Based Technology To Best Serve Clients Inundated By Tax Audits

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
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Digital Gateway puts the firm\'s investments in machine learning, data analytics, powerful visualizations and AI technologies all in one place, and it is driven by the rich data our clients already have on hand.

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  • Digital Gateway puts the firm\'s investments in machine learning, data analytics, powerful visualizations and AI technologies all in one place, and it is driven by the rich data our clients already have on hand.
  • "\n"As co-leaders of our Tax Controversy & Dispute Resolution Services practice, Sharon and Mark bring diverse experience to the table with a unified data-driven, tech-forward approach.
  • The KPMG global network operates in 146 countries and territories and has close to 227,000 people working in member firms around the world.
  • Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such.

KPMG in Canada introduces 'Finance Plus' cloud accounting solution

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Monday, May 17, 2021
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The platform organizes all year-end documentation and flows it seamlessly and securely to a KPMG tax professional.

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  • The platform organizes all year-end documentation and flows it seamlessly and securely to a KPMG tax professional.
  • For over 150 years, our professionals have provided consulting, accounting, auditing, and tax services to Canadians, inspiring confidence, empowering change, and driving innovation.
  • Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better, KPMG employs nearly 8,000 people in over 40 locations across Canada, serving private- and public-sector clients.
  • For more information, see home.kpmg/ca .\nTo learn more about KPMG Finance Plus , email: [email protected] .\n'

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Robbins LLP Announces That PureCycle Technologies, Inc. (PCT) is Being Sued for Misleading Shareholders

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Friday, May 14, 2021
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The complaint against the Company and its officers and directors alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 between December 16, 2020 and April 19, 2021.

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  • The complaint against the Company and its officers and directors alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 between December 16, 2020 and April 19, 2021.
  • At that time, PureCycle claimed it was modeling for its revenue to hit $8 million in 2022 as its first plant came on line.
  • The Company expected revenues to ramp up to $224 million in 2023 with its first five plants and $800 million in 2024.
  • Shareholders approved the merger on March 16, 2021.\nThese statements, however, were false and misleading.

Vallon Pharmaceuticals Appoints Leanne Kelly as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021
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Leanne is a great addition to the Vallon executive management team as CFO and her\xc2\xa0industry experience and professional track record are perfectly aligned with the Company\xe2\x80\x99s strategic priorities in the near and long term,\xe2\x80\x9d commented David Baker, President & Chief Executive Officer of Vallon.\nPrior to joining Vallon, she most recently served as the Controller and Executive Director, Global Financial Reporting at OptiNose, Inc. a $50M revenue specialty pharmaceutical company.

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  • Leanne is a great addition to the Vallon executive management team as CFO and her\xc2\xa0industry experience and professional track record are perfectly aligned with the Company\xe2\x80\x99s strategic priorities in the near and long term,\xe2\x80\x9d commented David Baker, President & Chief Executive Officer of Vallon.\nPrior to joining Vallon, she most recently served as the Controller and Executive Director, Global Financial Reporting at OptiNose, Inc. a $50M revenue specialty pharmaceutical company.
  • Over the course of her career, she has held Senior Vice President of Finance, Controller and Chief Financial Officer positions in private and public companies such as Flower Orthopedics, Iroko Pharmaceuticals, LLC, and Genaera Corporation.
  • Ms. Kelly began her career as an auditor with KPMG LLP.
  • The Company is focused on the development of new medications to help patients with central nervous system (CNS) disorders.

KPMG To Bring 350 Jobs To Orlando With Opening Of Capability Center

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021
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b'ORLANDO, Fla., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, today announced the opening of its new Capability Center, located in the innovative Lake Nona community in Orlando.

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  • b'ORLANDO, Fla., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, today announced the opening of its new Capability Center, located in the innovative Lake Nona community in Orlando.
  • The KPMG Capability Center brings 350 new jobs to Orlando, with plans for additional jobs in the future.
  • As KPMG evolves to new ways of working, KPMG Lakehouse will serve as a cultural hub for ongoing connection, collaboration and training for all its people.
  • "KPMG is bringing hundreds of jobs to Orlando and Lake Nona, along with a reputation for delivering solutions and innovation.

Ogletree Deakins and KPMG Law Join Forces in a New Alliance

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Monday, May 10, 2021
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b'Ogletree Deakins and KPMG Law in Germany1 are forming a global alliance to provide businesses with global workforce solutions.

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  • b'Ogletree Deakins and KPMG Law in Germany1 are forming a global alliance to provide businesses with global workforce solutions.
  • We are excited to join forces with Ogletree Deakins to offer clients even deeper global coverage for their pressing employment and immigration legal matters.\xe2\x80\x9d\nBoth Ogletree Deakins and KPMG Law in Germany are leaders in utilizing technology and innovation to enhance client service, including in the areas of artificial intelligence, data analytics and knowledge management.
  • Other non-US member firms are expected to join this non-exclusive alliance over the next several months.\n2 KPMG Law in Germany was established in 2007 and is an independent corporate law firm associated with KPMG AG Wirtschaftspr\xc3\xbcfungsgesellschaft and affiliated with the KPMG International Cooperative.
  • For cases where KPMG in the US clients require immigration and/or employment and labor law services, Ogletree Deakins may contract with these clients separately.\n3 For cases where KPMG US clients require immigration and/or employment and labor law services, Ogletree Deakins would contract with these clients separately.\n4 Certain member firms of the KPMG global organization, including KPMG in the US, do not provide legal services.