Are there Financial Benefits to Corporate Sustainability Objectives?
Business success largely hinges on giving the customers what they want — and these days, customers want to shop with businesses that prioritize ESG goals and sustainable business practices. But are ESG initiatives profitable? The Keene team weighs the risk and opportunity.
Navigating Capital Raising as a B-Corporation: Opportunities and Challenges
How do B-Corporations navigate the capital-raising process? We highlight the pros and cons companies may encounter along their journey as well as strategic advice for preparation.
Leveraging UN Sustainable Development Goals for Corporate Sustainability Planning
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) offer a comprehensive roadmap for addressing global ESG challenges. Learn how businesses use the SDGs as a strategic framework for developing robust sustainability plans that drive innovation, enhance brand reputation, and open new markets.
The Rise of Benefit and Certified B-Corporations
The business world has seen a significant shift towards sustainability and social responsibility, with Benefit Corporations and Certified B-Corporations leading the charge. But what are the differences between Benefit Corporations and Certified B-Corps, and why have they grown in popularity?
Overview of Vital Farms’ Initial Public Offering
Overview of Vital Farms’ IPO: how a B Corp offering pasture raised products went from startup to the public markets. A look at private equity deal making amid COVID-19.
KKR’s Strategic Deal with Coty: Case Study
Overview of private equity firm KKR’s investment in global beauty company Coty. A look at private equity deal making amid COVID-19.
Revolver Utilization Trends
In light of the current uncertainty in global markets stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. companies have proactively strengthened their cash positions and preserved financial flexibility by drawing down on their committed revolving credit facilities.
Lessons in Navigating Crisis
Lessons from an experienced finance executive on how priorities change during a crisis. A discussion of the importance of cashflow visibility, communication with banks, access to business detail, industry relationships, the health of employees and expert advice.
Benefit Corporation Report 2019
Annual report on Keene Advisors' public benefit.
Keene Advisors was incorporated in Massachusetts in July 2015. We elected to become a benefit corporation at formation, which means that in addition to creating value for our clients and pursuing financial success, we have also committed to generate a material, positive impact on society and the environment. We report our public benefit annually.
Homebuilding in Uncertain Times
Industry report by Keene Advisors
In this report, Keene presents the deep effects of the Great Recession on builders. We find that the Great Recession reshuffled the homebuilding industry. Analysis of how the top 50 builders weathered the recession and strategies for companies impacted or looking to invest for growth.