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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State Auditor Beth Wood announced on Thursday that she will resign from her elected post next month, a decision coming two days after she was indicted on charges that she misused her state-owned vehicle for personal activities. Wood, a Democrat who was first elected auditor in 2008, had already announced last week that she wouldn't seek reelection in 2024. Political Cartoons View All 1239 ImagesWood informed Cooper of her resignation decision on Thursday afternoon, the governor’s office said. Cooper “respects her decision and thanked her for her years of service to North Carolina,” spokesperson Jordan Monaghan said in a text message. The state auditor's job is one of 10 posts within the Council of State, which also includes the governor, attorney general and other statewide executive branch officials.

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☆ 6 steps to building a successful small business, from brand identity to customer loyalty
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-26 | by ( Elizabeth Wood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

At a recent event about small business, experts advised that having a clear vision is the key to a successful brand. The conversation was part of Insider's event " Marketing for Small Business ," which took place on Tuesday, April 25. From building a strong brand identity to uncovering the best marketing tools, these industry experts shared a roadmap to growing a small business. Start by building a brand identityThe panelists explained how crucial building a strong brand identity is to moving a small business forward. Put the customer firstPittson advised reading reviews and allowing the customer to guide the small business' vision.

Money is a big concern for a lot of retirees, but there are fears that go deeper than that. One of the biggest concerns for retirees is what their retirement will mean for the people close to them. Courtesy of Diane WiggerIt's perfectly normal to have financial and healthcare fears, especially for those who are more self-reliant. Wigger conquered her retirement fears moving abroad, gaining access to good healthcare, and living within her means. Blattner recognizes his retirement fears are different from most.

☆ Tapping into the future of finance: 3 experts discuss the ways frictionless payments will revolutionize digital banking within the decade
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-29 | by ( Elizabeth Wood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Experts share their insights into how frictionless payments are changing the way people engage with online banking. Carter Johnson, senior finance reporter at Insider, spoke with Douglas and other financial experts about frictionless payment systems. Rajan agreed that building loyalty and trust in banking technology and frictionless payment systems requires due diligence. The future of finance is digitalThe experts agree that in the next decade, digital wallets and frictionless payments will be the banking rule, not the exception. Rajan noted that each person is going have a unique way of engaging with frictionless payment systems.

☆ Experts from Amberdata, Custodia Bank, and United States for Kraken discuss the role digital assets are going to play in the future of finance
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-29 | by ( Elizabeth Wood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Today's financial system is growing, transforming, and increasingly focused on the adoption of digital assets. Shawn Douglas, cofounder and CEO of Amberdata, said that, "Digital assets are the "financialization of the internet," citing blockchain to safeguard real-world assets and, in digital rights management (like NFTs) as examples. CEO of Custodia Bank, Caitlin Long, believes the role of digital assets exists in the payments world. There are, of course, challenges to adopting digital assets including concerns about centralized banks and government agencies. Throughout the conversation, Hirsch remained focused on the potential digital assets have to enable greater freedom globally.

☆ The future of ESG is expanding. Here’s how 2 experts define ESG investing and why it matters
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-29 | by ( Elizabeth Wood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Experts share how ESG investors can understand and grow with emerging opportunities. Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) investing is adapting to consumer behavior. However, ESG investing has recently come under review for greenwashing or other hidden tradeoffs. Leaders in the field are working to better define and understand what ESG investing is and the good it can do for companies and beyond. During the session "Navigating ESG Investing Challenges" Rebecca Ungarino, senior finance reporter, spoke with Shah and Nikita Singhal, coHead of sustainable investment and ESG at Lazard Asset Management.

☆ Experts from Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo share insights on how digital transformation in finance protects and enhances client experiences
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-29 | by ( Elizabeth Wood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Experts shed light on what digital transformation in finance means for banks and people. In the session "Demystifying digital transformation in finance," part of the "Finance Meets Its Future" event presented by Amberdata, experts discuss digital transformation in finance on wall street. Customer convenience is at the forefront of digital transformation discussions. Reetika Grewal, head of digital transformation for CB and CIB at Wells Fargo said that that client concerns are at the center of digital transformation. Digital transformation poses key challengesWhen asked about the challenges of driving digital transformation in banks, Akwaboah said the industry is contending with multiple competing agendas.

☆ Brands like Pepsi, Ally, Mondelēz, and Coty reveal how they've scored big returns by advertising in video games
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-09 | by ( Ryan Joe | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

More than half the US population plays video games, and advertisers are pouring billions into the space. Brands as diverse as Pepsi, Ally, Mondelēz, and Coty have all been successfully using video games as an advertising medium to drive big results. Advertising in video games represents a big opportunity for brands to get in front of a large, engaged audience. Video game advertising requires a lot of collaborationOne of the biggest challenges brands face when advertising in video games is getting alignment across the company. Another difficulty brands face is developing a video game campaign that's not just a one-off.

☆ 7 things to do in Austin that will make your 'work trip' to SXSW unforgettable
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-08 | by ( Elizabeth Wood | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Austin is home to SXSW, the annual tech and culture conference that attracts thousands. If you're going for work, tack on a few days and enjoy some local fun. Many companies send their employees to SXSW on business. If you're one of them, why not take the opportunity to get out and see Austin when your work day is done? Here's a guide to some of Austin's hidden gems to help you unwind and turn your work trip into "workation."

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