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Merger & Acquisition Industry Trends & Outlook Executive Roundtable Discussion
This morning Sensiba San Filippo and the Silicon Valley Business Journal hosted an intimate roundtable discussion that included a rich conversation between senior executives on the Bay Area’s merger and acquisition (M&A) climate and trends. The last few years have provided the M&A market and the economy in general with many challenges. More certainty around U.S. fiscal and tax policy and movement on the European debt crisis should further solidify consumer confidence and improve global economic prospects. Despite the fact that...
Blog,Merger & Acquisition,Spotlight | Jennifer Harrity | 
May 16, 2013 10:22 pm | 
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How John Sensiba uses his early experience to set the tone from the top
When John Sensiba became the managing partner of Sensiba San Filippo LLP (SSF), the firm was facing a recession and the steepest competition in its history. Now in his fifth year as the firm’s leader, Sensiba’s vision and unique management style have allowed him to shape a culture of growth by setting the tone from the top. This leadership has directly contributed to SSF being recognized as one of the region’s top CPA and business consulting firms. We sat down with Sensiba to discuss how focusing on people and culture have shaped the...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,Manufacturing & Distribution,Partner Stories,Privately-held Companies,Technology | John Sensiba | May 6, 2013 12:36 am | 0 Comments
Tips for attracting and retaining talent as a middle market firm
In the extremely competitive Bay Area market, attracting and retaining top professional talent is always challenging. With four generations of employees in today’s workforce, it is critical to consider how as a middle market firm your corporate culture practices can help attract and retain the very best from a diverse employee population. John Sensiba, managing partner at Sensiba San Filippo LLP (SSF), an accountancy and business advisory firm headquartered in Pleasanton, identifies eight best practices for hiring and retaining top...
Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,Manufacturing & Distribution,Privately-held Companies,Technology | John Sensiba | May 6, 2013 12:29 am | 0 Comments
Preparing for Growth: The Power of Your Network
Top 8 Tips for Stress-Free Networking Networking goes hand in hand with running a successful business. However, many of us dread walking into a room and introducing ourselves to a bunch of strangers. A few simple tools can turn the most awkward networker into a polished and eloquent "nature" pro with a little bit of practice. 1. Be Prepared. Savvy Networkers always have their networking tools with them at all times. Have an ample supply of business cards, your elevator pitch, and any relevant collateral material (flyers, brochures,...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,Manufacturing & Distribution,Privately-held Companies,Technology | admin | April 22, 2013 8:46 pm | 0 Comments
Are you ready? How businesses on the selling end can plan for a merger or acquisition
Many of us have heard the saying, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” While most business owners meticulously plan the ongoing management of their organization, far fewer prepare for a successful sale. If the sale of the company is a part of your exit plan, it quite literally pays to be prepared. With merger and acquisition activity heating up, we sat down with Kevin Strain, Audit Partner at Sensiba San Filippo LLP to discuss what specifically businesses can do to ensure they are ready. Why is it critical that businesses...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,M&A Spotlight,Manufacturing & Distribution,Privately-held Companies,Spotlight,Technology,Venture Capital | Kevin Strain | April 1, 2013 7:09 pm | 0 Comments
A trusted adviser: Gaining the greatest value from your relationship with your accountant
Every business owner requires the services of outside accountants from time to time. On the surface, many CPAs seem similar. They list the same services, have the same accreditations and work in the same industries. But do they all deliver the same value? Is one CPA as good as the next? How can a business owner tell if he or she is truly getting the greatest value from a service provider? Jerry Krause, audit partner at Sensiba San Filippo LLP, says delivering value to a business owner requires more than just technical expertise. “Serving...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Corporate Compliance,Estate & Trust,Food & Beverage,M&A Spotlight,Manufacturing & Distribution,Privately-held Companies,Spotlight,Technology,Venture Capital | Jerry Krause | March 1, 2013 6:53 am | 0 Comments
Preparing for Growth: Hiring and Retaining Employees
As the economy continues to improve, companies are faced with the challenge of hiring and retaining talent. With four generations of employees in today’s workforce, it is critical to consider how your corporate culture and strong human resources practices can help attract and retain a diverse employee population. Who To Hire – Your Staffing Plan To meet the challenges of today’s business environment it is critical to have a plan and that will help to monitor and control the cost of engaging human capital. Before beginning this...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,Manufacturing & Distribution,News,Privately-held Companies,Spotlight,Technology | Karen Burns | February 25, 2013 5:43 pm | 0 Comments
State of the Firm: A Year in Review and Outlook for 2013
Dear Friends and Clients, As we begin this New Year, I want to take the opportunity to personally thank you for providing Sensiba San Filippo LLP (SSF) with the opportunity to serve you in 2012, and we look forward to the success we will share in 2013! I cannot overstate how much we value the trust you have placed in us as your CPA firm, allowing us the honor to serve you as a trusted advisor. We look toward the future with excitement, and our privilege to continue to provide you with the most proactive, responsive, and...
Blog,Spotlight | John Sensiba | February 20, 2013 6:00 am | 0 Comments
Preparing for Growth: Managing the Cash Flow Gap
Not too long ago, future economic growth might have looked bleak for many business sectors in the U.S. As the economy starts to take a turn, businesses will need to focus on opportunities to grow and improve profitability and stability in the future. It is vital for companies to look at their options to meet anticipated cash flow demands. This first in a series of info-casts will highlight common options and strategies companies use to address strains on cash flow triggered by growth. Common Cash Management Strategies Bootstrapping...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,Manufacturing & Distribution,Privately-held Companies,Spotlight,Technology | Karen Burns | January 25, 2013 1:37 am | 0 Comments
Implications of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act for Your Business
The following is a brief summary of the December 5, 2012 panel discussion “Implication of Healthcare Reform for Your Business,” and was prepared by Richard Leasia and Karin Cogbill of Littler Mendelson. Earlier this month, small and medium sized business owners gathered for an informative and lively discussion on the impact of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (PPACA). The distinguished panel was moderated by John Sensiba, Managing Partner of Sensiba San Filippo LLP, and included William Norwalk, Tax...
Agriculture,Blog,Construction & Real Estate,Food & Beverage,Manufacturing & Distribution,Privately-held Companies,Technology | Bill Norwalk | January 7, 2013 6:48 pm | 0 Comments
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