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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Andersen Expands Southeast Footprint with New Atlanta Office
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Andersen, one of the world's fastest growing, independent professional services firms, has opened a new office in Atlanta, expanding its presence in the Southeast's dynamic business market. 'Atlanta has long been a strategic priority for Andersen,' said Andersen Global Chairman and CEO Mark Vorsatz. 'Its vibrant economy, connectivity, and entrepreneurial spirit make it an ideal base to serve clients and grow our capabilities across the region.' As part of this expansion, Andersen is integrating the respected team from Berman & Associates, an Atlanta-based firm with decades of experience serving high-net-worth individuals, fiduciaries, and closely held businesses. Veteran professionals Stephen Berman and Ronald Green have over three decades of experience and join Andersen as managing directors along with their team of tax professionals. They bring with them a legacy of technical excellence, client dedication, and civic leadership. 'Stephen and Ron have built an outstanding practice rooted in integrity, trust, and long-term relationships,' said Dan DePaoli, U.S. country managing director. 'Together, we have a tremendous opportunity to serve our clients and community and build Andersen's future in Atlanta.' 'Joining Andersen marks an exciting new chapter for our team and our clients,' added Berman. 'We're able to preserve the personal service our clients value while unlocking the resources and reach of a global firm.' The new Atlanta office managing director will be Conor LeFevour, an experienced Andersen managing director relocating from Chicago. Conor will oversee operations and growth while leveraging the strong foundation servicing individuals, estates, and trusts developed by Stephen and Ron. He will be joined by Peter Speranza, also from Chicago, who will expand the business services practice with a focus on integrated tax strategies for commercial clients. Located at 3445 Peachtree Road N.E., Suite 1150, the new Atlanta office builds on Andersen's recent growth across the Southeast, including Tampa and Charlotte, and aligns with the firm's continued global expansion through Andersen Consulting —a global consulting practice combining cutting-edge strategy, digital transformation, and AI-driven solutions with Andersen Global's tax, legal, valuation, and global mobility expertise. About Andersen: Andersen is the founding member of Andersen Global, an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax, legal, and valuation professionals around the world. Established in 2013 by U.S. member firm Andersen Tax LLC, Andersen Global now has more than 20,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 500 locations through its member and collaborating firms. In the U.S., Andersen has more than 2,000 personnel in 25 cities across the country. For more information, visit
Euractiv
6 days ago
- Politics
- Euractiv
Right-wing climate sceptics blast EU's anti-disinformation drive
Climate change denialists and relativists nailed their colours to the mast in the European Parliament's environment committee on Tuesday, as they laid into the EU executive over its campaign against fake news and climate disinformation. 'As citizens of a free society we are each entitled to our own opinions but not entitled to our own facts,' Emil Andersen, a mid-ranking Commission official, said at the start of the debate. But his words weren't welcome by several conservative and right-wing lawmakers, with some linking the European Commission's anti-disinformation activism to the authoritarian dystopia famously imagined in George Orwell's novel Nineteen Eighty-Four. Neo-denialism Alternative for Germany's (AfD) Anja Arndt questioned the scientific community's consensus that climate change is caused by human activities, and argued that the fight against disinformation is a 'front-on attack on freedom of expression, freedom of science, and the truth'. Fellow AfD party member Marc Jongen took a similar line: 'If the Commission decides now what is a fact and what isn't, and what is opinion and what isn't, then we're on the road to a totalitarian system.' But the criticism of the Commission's initiative was not limited to the fringes of the right wing. Sander Smit, a Dutch member of the centre-right European People's Party, said that fact-checkers tended to make 'a certain type of discussion impossible', and that the Commission would be going 'a step to far' if it were to fund fact-checkers during election campaigns. Enlightenment values Liberal and social democrat lawmakers, on the contrary, highlighted the importance of a debate informed by science. Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy, the Renew group's lead negotatiator on the 2040 climate bill, said that the acknowledgement climate change and willingness to fight it was not an ideology – while denying it was precisely that. Gerbrandy urged his colleagues to keep the political debate 'clean' and called for a coalition against climate change deniers. He also asked the European Commission to debunk in writing the climate 'nonsense' spouted by the AFD – but failed to extract such a promise. Belgian social democrat Bruno Tobback recalled the stories of Galileo and Copernicus – 'who had science and facts on their side' but were persecuted by the practitioners of a "backwards ideology'. 'For God's sake, let us not go back to the dark days of European history, where dogma and opinions held us back – or tried to hold us back, luckily without success,' Tobback said. Commission wisdom Andersen, the Commission official, ended the debate by pronouncing on the distinction between opinion and facts. 'Both opinions and facts are indispensable to a thriving democratic conversation," Andersen said. "This is not what is being questioned.' 'But while facts should continue to shape our opinions, our opinions must never be allowed to colour the facts.' The Commission, he continued, 'doesn't decide what is fact'. That was the task of peer-reviewed scientists – 'this is what underpins the policymaking of the Commission', Andersen said. (rh, aw)
Mid East Info
02-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Dubai Chambers organises workshops on Corporate Tax and Labour Law with participation of 125 representatives from the private sector
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chambers recently organised two workshops focusing on key aspects of the UAE's Corporate Tax regime and Employment Law. The sessions were designed to ensure the local business community remains informed on the latest legal and regulatory developments across diverse sectors and attracted a total of 125 participants from the private sector. The first workshop focused on the evolution of UAE Corporate Tax and was organised in collaboration with Habib Al Mulla & Partners and Andersen. The session offered valuable practical insights into corporate tax in the UAE. Participants gained a clear understanding of essential areas including the applicability of corporate tax, Free Zone taxation, tax grouping, calculation methods, transfer pricing compliance, and key legal considerations. The workshop also addressed industry-specific expense deductions, corporate tax return readiness, recent legislative updates, and tax accounting considerations for current and deferred tax. This comprehensive session ensured participants were well-prepared for compliance in the evolving tax landscape. The second workshop was organised in collaboration with Fragomen UAE and Gateley Middle East and explored the UAE's employment laws and regulations. The session provided an overview of the legal framework governing the labour market and practical guidance on visa requirements, categories, and work permits. The workshop also covered essential employment aspects such as probation, pay and benefits, performance management, grievance procedures, and end-of-service processes. The insights shared aimed to help companies manage their human capital more effectively while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. These successful events reflect Dubai Chambers' ongoing commitment to supporting the growth and stability of businesses in the emirate. By providing access to expert-led sessions on critical legal and regulatory topics, Dubai Chambers is continuing to enhance the competitiveness of local businesses and advance their contribution to sustainable economic development.
Zawya
02-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai Chambers organises workshops on Corporate Tax, Employment Law
Dubai Chambers recently organised two workshops focusing on key aspects of the UAE's Corporate Tax regime and Employment Law. The sessions were designed to ensure the local business community remains informed on the latest legal and regulatory developments across diverse sectors and attracted a total of 125 participants from the private sector. The first workshop focused on the evolution of the UAE Corporate Tax and was organised in collaboration with Habib Al Mulla & Partners and Andersen. The session offered practical insights into corporate tax in the UAE. Participants gained a clear understanding of essential areas including the applicability of corporate tax, Free Zone taxation, tax grouping, calculation methods, transfer pricing compliance, and key legal considerations. The workshop also addressed industry-specific expense deductions, corporate tax return readiness, recent legislative updates, and tax accounting considerations for current and deferred tax. This comprehensive session ensured participants were well-prepared for compliance in the evolving tax landscape. The second workshop was organised in collaboration with Fragomen UAE and Gateley Middle East and explored the UAE's employment laws and regulations. The session provided an overview of the legal framework governing the labour market and practical guidance on visa requirements, categories, and work permits. The workshop also covered essential employment aspects such as probation, pay and benefits, performance management, grievance procedures, and end-of-service processes.
Hi Dubai
02-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Chambers Hosts Workshops to Guide Businesses on Corporate Tax and Employment Law
Dubai Chambers has hosted two expert-led workshops aimed at equipping private sector businesses with essential knowledge on the UAE's corporate tax regime and employment regulations. Held in collaboration with leading legal and advisory firms, the sessions attracted 125 participants and provided practical insights to help companies stay compliant amid evolving legislation. The first workshop, conducted with Habib Al Mulla & Partners and Andersen, delved into key aspects of the UAE's corporate tax framework. Topics included tax applicability, Free Zone taxation, tax grouping, transfer pricing, and legal obligations. Attendees also explored corporate tax return preparation, industry-specific deductions, and recent legislative updates. The second session, organised with Fragomen UAE and Gateley Middle East, focused on employment law. It outlined visa categories, work permits, probation policies, pay structures, performance reviews, and end-of-service procedures. Dubai Chambers said the workshops were part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the business community is well-informed and legally prepared as regulations continue to develop. News Source: Emirates News Agency
