Spring 2015 issue of Horizons

TABLE OF CONTENTS

horizons A publication by RubinBrown LLP SPRING 2015

Features

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Welcome from the Managing Partner

RubinBrown News

Chairman James G. Castellano, CPA, CGMA

Chairman’s Corner

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RubinBrown Hosts International Business Summit

Managing Partner John F. Herber, Jr., CPA, CGMA

RubinBrown Enters the Nashville Market

Denver Managing Partner Michael T. Lewis, CFA

No Lab Coats Needed! Your Company Can Take Advantage of the Research & Experimentation Tax Credit

Denver Resident Manager Gregory P. Osborn, CPA

The New Revenue Recognition Standard: Changes Ahead for Your Top & Bottom Line

Kansas City Managing Partner Todd R. Pleimann, CPA

Timely Reminders

Editor Dawn M. Martin

Industry-Specific Articles

Art Director Jen Chapman

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transportation & dealerships

not - for - profit

private equity Global Sourcing Trends for Manufacturing Companies An interview with Forsyth Advisors about manufacturing sourcing strategies. construction Before Going Overseas, Consider These Tax Issues A look at tax issues to be aware of with multi- national operations.

Transportation: The Heartbeat of Globalization

A Practical Approach to Combating Fraud in a Not-For-Profit Organization An outline for non-profit organizations to identify and manage fraud risks. law firms Increasing Law Firm Profitability by Measuring Client Satisfaction The impact a formal service quality program can have on a law firm. healthcare How Data is Changing the Healthcare Industry Increasing transparency of health data continues without federal standards in place.

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Demand on trucking companies to meet transportation needs, plus the impact of globalization on auto dealers.

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public sector How Recent Changes in Federal Grant Rules Impact You An explanation of the changes to administrative requirements and cost principles effective with the Uniform Grant Guidance.

Any federal tax advice contained in this communication (including any attachments): (i) is intended for your use only; (ii) is based on the accuracy and completeness of the facts you have provided us; and (iii) may not be relied upon to avoid penalties.

Readers should not act upon information presented without individual professional consultation.

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life sciences & technology

Intellectual Property Considerations in a Global Economy Key practices to protect your IP.

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