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Associated Press
an hour ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo CPAs + Advisors Welcomes Alex Montero CPA as Tax Principal
CORAL GABLES, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 23, 2025-- Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo, a leading South Florida Certified Public Accounting and Advisory firm providing litigation support, tax, and audit services based in Coral Gables, Florida is pleased to announce that Alex Montero CPA has joined the firm as a Principal in growing Tax Practice. Alex Montero brings over 15 years of experience in tax planning and advisory, with a strong track record serving high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and international clients. Prior to joining Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo, Alex was a Tax Managing Director at BDO, a leading global accounting and advisory firm. 'Alex brings leadership, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit that align perfectly with our firm's values and strategic direction,' said Eric E. Santa Maria CPA, Tax Partner of Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo. 'We are excited to welcome him to our team and look forward to his contributions in driving the continued growth of our tax practice.' AboutGarcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo Founded in 1989, the firm has been serving the South Florida community for over 35 years providing accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and organizations of varying sizes. Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo is a partner led, full service CPA and Advisory firm located in Coral Gables, Florida with a full team of professionals serving our clients. The firm provides a full range of services in domestic and international tax, accounting and audit, trusts and estates, litigation support, and business valuation services. Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo is an independent member of the MSI Global Alliance, one of the world's leading international associations of independent legal and accounting firms. View source version on For more information, please contact Kayla Patel [email protected] call (305)448-0404 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA FLORIDA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: BANKING ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FINANCE SOURCE: Garcia Santa Maria De Armas Trujillo Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/23/2025 11:18 AM/DISC: 07/23/2025 11:18 AM
The Print
a day ago
- The Print
Security provided to woman assaulted by villagers in Jharkhand's Hazaribag
The woman had lodged an FIR against seven people for shaving her head and parading her in the village after branding her a witch. Taking the incident seriously, a team of the district administration headed by Block Development Officer (Barhi) Jairam Mahato, accompanied by Circle Officer Amit Kisku, visited the village, the official said. Hazaribag (Jharkhand), July 22 (PTI) Adequate security has been provided to a 60-year-old widow, who was assaulted by a group of villagers after branding her a witch in Jharkhand's Hazaribag district, an official said on Tuesday. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (Barhi) Ajit Kumal Vimal said, except Sambhu Yadav arrested on Monday, no further arrest could be made as yet, but police raids were on to apprehend them. Meanwhile, the victim said the accused person had demanded Rs one lakh after assaulting her. The official said the woman has been given protection and adequate police force deployed around her home. Police are conducting raids to arrest six other accused named in the FIR. They are all absconding, police said. The BDO warned that if they do not surrender soon, a legal proceedings will be initiated against them. Earlier, the elderly woman was allegedly dragged out of her home by the accused persons, assaulted, and her head shaved before parading her in the village, branding her a 'daayin' (witch). PTI COR BS RG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Global Business Leaders Prioritize Resilience as the New Business Edge
New BDO report reveals the top strategies global organizations are pursuing to gain a competitive advantage CHICAGO & BRUSSELS, July 21, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Following years of geopolitical shocks, economic headwinds, and technology innovation, a new report from BDO finds that 61% of global business leaders believe resilience is the most important quality of a business and key to thriving in the face of ongoing uncertainty and disruption. Techtonic States 2025: The New Business Edge explores how 1,050 global leaders are preparing for a future shaped by cyber threats, fragmented markets, and fast-moving innovation. Global leaders are investing in artificial intelligence (AI), strengthening data infrastructure, and embedding risk-thinking into business culture to mitigate risk and gain competitive advantage. "The risks confronting businesses today are undeniable," says Ric Opal, Global BDO Digital Leader. "In this environment, leaders must ask themselves: 'Do I want to play offense or defense?' Those choosing offense must harness advanced technology to build organizations that are resilient, agile, and future-ready. The era of playing it safe is over." Report Highlights Include: Future readiness: Nearly three-quarters (73%) of executives agree that resilience requires preparing for multiple potential outcomes, while almost half (42%) believe their organization lacks the necessary skills and infrastructure to effectively navigate market disruptions. This underscores the urgent need for investment in the foundational tools and skills to build resilience and organizational agility. Balancing innovation and protection: Growing cyber risks, outdated infrastructure and high cost of capital threaten to slow innovation just when it's needed most. Only 8% of leaders expect a future defined by innovation and collaboration and nearly half (45%) report that data security concerns are preventing their organization from investing more in AI technologies. Fear of falling behind: As technology becomes critical for competitive advantage, nearly half of leaders (42%) are worried about keeping up with AI. With siloed or 'messy' data as the top reason organizations could fail to leverage the benefits of tech, data management is now a top-three strategic priority. Techtonic States 2025: The New Business Edge is the first of a four-part series that will explore how businesses can build, secure, and grow their edge to lead their organization into the future. About the Techtonic States 2025 ReportBDO's Techtonic States 2025 report explores corporate leaders' visions of the future business landscape, with a focus on the role of technology. In March-April 2025, BDO surveyed 1,050 C-suite and senior executives from mid-market organizations ($50M-$1B revenue) and large enterprises ($1B-$5B revenue) across 10 global markets, spanning financial services, manufacturing, technology, retail, healthcare, and other key sectors. Techtonic States: The New Business Edge, Chapter One is the first in a series of four reports discussing how leaders plan to build strategic resilience to navigate disruption, cyber risk, and AI uncertainty. To dive deeper into the Techtonic States 2025 report, learn more here. About BDO USAOur purpose is helping people thrive, every day. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms. BDO USA, P.C., a Virginia professional corporation, is the U.S. member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. For more information, please visit: About the BDO NetworkThe BDO network (referred to as the 'BDO network') is an international network of independent public accounting, tax and advisory firms which are members of BDO International Limited and perform professional services under the name and style of BDO (hereafter: 'BDO member firms'). BDO International Limited is a UK company limited by guarantee. It is the governing entity of the BDO network. Service provision within the BDO network is coordinated by Brussels Worldwide Services BV, a limited liability company incorporated in Belgium. Each of BDO International Limited, Brussels Worldwide Services BV and the BDO member firms is a separate legal entity and has no liability for another entity's acts or omissions. Nothing in the arrangements or rules of the BDO network shall constitute or imply an agency relationship or a partnership between BDO International Limited, Brussels Worldwide Services BV and/or the BDO member firms. Neither BDO International Limited nor any other central entities of the BDO network provide services to clients. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO member firms. The fee income of the member firms in the BDO network, including the members of their exclusive alliances, was over US$15 billion (€14 billion) in 2024. These public accounting, tax and advisory firms provide professional services in 166 countries and territories, with over 119,600 people and 1,800 offices worldwide. View source version on Contacts Media Benjamin Davisbdavis@ 212‑840‑1661
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Global Business Leaders Prioritize Resilience as the New Business Edge
CHICAGO & BRUSSELS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Following years of geopolitical shocks, economic headwinds, and technology innovation, a new report from BDO finds that 61% of global business leaders believe resilience is the most important quality of a business and key to thriving in the face of ongoing uncertainty and disruption. explores how 1,050 global leaders are preparing for a future shaped by cyber threats, fragmented markets, and fast-moving innovation. Global leaders are investing in artificial intelligence (AI), strengthening data infrastructure, and embedding risk-thinking into business culture to mitigate risk and gain competitive advantage. "The risks confronting businesses today are undeniable,' says Ric Opal, Global BDO Digital Leader. 'In this environment, leaders must ask themselves: 'Do I want to play offense or defense?' Those choosing offense must harness advanced technology to build organizations that are resilient, agile, and future-ready. The era of playing it safe is over." Report Highlights Include: Future readiness: Nearly three-quarters (73%) of executives agree that resilience requires preparing for multiple potential outcomes, while almost half (42%) believe their organization lacks the necessary skills and infrastructure to effectively navigate market disruptions. This underscores the urgent need for investment in the foundational tools and skills to build resilience and organizational agility. Balancing innovation and protection: Growing cyber risks, outdated infrastructure and high cost of capital threaten to slow innovation just when it's needed most. Only 8% of leaders expect a future defined by innovation and collaboration and nearly half (45%) report that data security concerns are preventing their organization from investing more in AI technologies. Fear of falling behind: As technology becomes critical for competitive advantage, nearly half of leaders (42%) are worried about keeping up with AI. With siloed or 'messy' data as the top reason organizations could fail to leverage the benefits of tech, data management is now a top-three strategic priority. Techtonic States 2025: The New Business Edge is the first of a four-part series that will explore how businesses can build, secure, and grow their edge to lead their organization into the future. About the Techtonic States 2025 Report BDO's Techtonic States 2025 report explores corporate leaders' visions of the future business landscape, with a focus on the role of technology. In March-April 2025, BDO surveyed 1,050 C-suite and senior executives from mid-market organizations ($50M-$1B revenue) and large enterprises ($1B-$5B revenue) across 10 global markets, spanning financial services, manufacturing, technology, retail, healthcare, and other key sectors. Techtonic States: The New Business Edge, Chapter One is the first in a series of four reports discussing how leaders plan to build strategic resilience to navigate disruption, cyber risk, and AI uncertainty. To dive deeper into the Techtonic States 2025 report, learn more here. About BDO USA Our purpose is helping people thrive, every day. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO Member Firms. BDO USA, P.C., a Virginia professional corporation, is the U.S. member of BDO International Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, and forms part of the international BDO network of independent member firms. For more information, please visit: About the BDO Network The BDO network (referred to as the 'BDO network') is an international network of independent public accounting, tax and advisory firms which are members of BDO International Limited and perform professional services under the name and style of BDO (hereafter: 'BDO member firms'). BDO International Limited is a UK company limited by guarantee. It is the governing entity of the BDO network. Service provision within the BDO network is coordinated by Brussels Worldwide Services BV, a limited liability company incorporated in Belgium. Each of BDO International Limited, Brussels Worldwide Services BV and the BDO member firms is a separate legal entity and has no liability for another entity's acts or omissions. Nothing in the arrangements or rules of the BDO network shall constitute or imply an agency relationship or a partnership between BDO International Limited, Brussels Worldwide Services BV and/or the BDO member firms. Neither BDO International Limited nor any other central entities of the BDO network provide services to clients. BDO is the brand name for the BDO network and for each of the BDO member firms. The fee income of the member firms in the BDO network, including the members of their exclusive alliances, was over US$15 billion (€14 billion) in 2024. These public accounting, tax and advisory firms provide professional services in 166 countries and territories, with over 119,600 people and 1,800 offices worldwide.
NZ Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Listener's Songs of the Week: New tracks by Blood Orange featuring Lorde, Nine Inch Nails, David Byrne, and more
Lorde's choirmaster Dev Hynes, aka Blood Orange. Photo / Michael Lavine Reviews Mind Loaded by Blood Orange, featuring Caroline Polachek, Lorde & Mustafa UK producer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist Blood Orange (Devonté Hynes) arranges himself quite a choir on this dreamy, airy, melancholy bit of chamber pop, driven by a gently arpeggiating piano before talking a harsh left-turn with a minute to go. It's one of two advance tracks from his first solo album since 2018, Essex Honey. The Lorde vocal cameos follow Hynes' cello, bass, synth, and guitar playing on the Virgin track Favourite Daughter and him being a support act on her forthcoming Ultrasound world tour. – Russell Baillie She Explains Things to Me By David Byrne, Ghost Train Orchestra Byrne's amusing ode to male befuddlement might be partly inspired by Rebecca Solnit's 2014 book Men Explain Things to Me which popularised the phrase 'mansplaining.' But it could also be read as a sweet love song from this spry 73-year-old's coming solo album, one that sounds like it will be fun to put on the gramophone right after Talking Heads' Remain in Light at my next rest home happy hour. – Russell Baillie As Alive as You Need Me to Be by Nine Inch Nails Welcome to a brief sub-section of this week's column devoted to bands you might have once seen at a Big Day Out (younger readers, ask an uncle). Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross have had a dignified parallel career as creators of movie soundtracks since the BDO era, while Reznor has occasionally dusted off his old Nine Inch Nails band-brand. Here, under the NIN banner, they unleash the first song off the soundtrack to the new Tron film – Daft Punk did the last one – and the instantly anthemic As Alive as You Need Me to Be should have fans of Reznor's electro-goth-rock beginnings from his Pretty Hate Machine era wondering where the time has gone? – Russell Baillie My Mind is a Mountain by Deftones And now for your daily dose of angst-filled, shouty, head-crunching, decibel-abusing Californian metal from a band which played the BDO a couple of times. Claustrophobic consciousness metal? 'The storm remains and my heart's entrenched. Fate explores me now. Why do we bathe in this psyche?' It's a good, loudly delivered, question. – Graham Reid Desire by Georgia Knight Like a sensual trip-hopped Kate Bush, this steamy single from Melbourne-based expat Knight is a deep and smoky dive into interesting new territory. She tours with Folk Bitch Trio in September, and it'll be interesting to see how something like this slice of nightclub/noir art-pop plays out live. Meantime check it out. If it signals a new album let's hope she gets on with it. – Graham Reid Sundog by Babe Martin Babe Martin (Auckland's Zoe Larsen Cumming) possesses an extraordinary voice which here opens high and lonely then just keeps pushing upward as this confident piece becomes a swelling slice of something beyond folk and moves into evocative art music. If we judge people by the company they keep it's worth noting in her circle is Jazmine Mary, that's good company. Debut EP Not a Bee, but a Wasp coming soon. Definitely one to watch out for. – Graham Reid Give Into My Fears by Jamaica Moana As on previous singles Living Out West and Keep It Real, this Sydney-based, Samoan-Māori, queer artist – with links to the Hokianga and Waikato – keeps the backing stripped right back so her rap messages come through with clarity. It's about creating herself, assertion, the drive towards fame ('I've been doing this for years') and never compromising. She's convincing. Six-song debut EP Bud & Deni (named for her parents) out August 1. -- Graham Reid Death in the Family by The Sophs Who would have thought 'WEEZER-like' would become a thing? But here the LA-based alt-pop Sophs tap into a Weezerness with a song which is droll and disturbing ('I need a death in the family to turn my page') which cleaves a bit too close to Weezer to be totally satisfying. But the message of seeking redemption for past mistakes is interesting. Too soon to send flowers, and this only their second single (their previous Sweat was more convincing) so maybe that Next Big Thing description could go on hold for a while. – Graham Reid Time by Curtis Harding Vocally, American soul man Harding can deliver from the tradition of classic Motown and Stax artists (Temptations, Rufus Thomas, and other raw singers). But on this drum-driven single he initially dispenses with horns and backing vocals which means he immediately catches attention. When those other elements arrive there's tension and a sense of desperation which cleverly winds down into a moody second half. A crafted and quietly compelling notice of a new, as yet unscheduled, album. – Graham Reid Fine by Meg Washington, featuring Paul Kelly Seasoned Brisbane singer-songwriter Meg Washington ropes in wise elder Paul Kelly for a tight-harmony duet that runs a fine line between subdued country folk ballad and uplifting ode to surviving the storm. 'Everything's going to be fine,' they sing on a gentle song that snowballs into something Cohen-esque and hymn-like. Would suit a choir treatment which brings us to … – Russell Baillie Didn't It Rain by the New Zealand Youth Choir, Karen Grylls conductor We've always produced good choirs. It's not surprising – famously, more New Zealanders sing in choirs than play rugby. Our leading choirs, though, are much better than good. They proved it again recently during the NZ Youth Choir's Northern Hemisphere tour, where, under the stewardship of music director David Squire, they've won two major competitions. They took top honours at the Grand Prix of Nations at the European Choir Games in Denmark, and a few days later were named Choir of the World at the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod in Wales. It's not the first time they've claimed the latter title – they won in 1999, too. It's from that competition that this recording of NZ composer David Hamilton's Didn't It Rain comes. Go Kiwi. – Richard Betts Dig Deep by Fat Freddy's Drop You could spend a long time looking for a track that showed what the late Chris Faiumu brought to Fat Freddy's Drop. This, from 2021's album Wairunga and accompanying concert film (see below) shows him effortlessly busy in the electronic engine room that he built and powered the band with. – Russell Baillie
