FAQ: 409A Valuations for Equity Awards

For growing businesses issuing equity or granting options, there is a need for the entrepreneur to understand 409A and its impact on the business. The following video and FAQ address many of the relevant questions that may be raised by the entrepreneur or members of a Board of Directors.

 

The Importance of 409A for Growing Companies:
Frequently Asked Questions about 409A Valuations for Equity Awards

by Edmund Emerson III, Partner – Morris, Manning & Martin/Employee Benefits Group

For growing businesses issuing equity or granting options, there is a need for the entrepreneur to understand 409A

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Itron to Acquire MMM Client SmartSynch

LIBERTY LAKE, Wash. — February 15, 2012 — Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ:ITRI) announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire privately held SmartSynch, Inc. in a transaction valued at $100 million. The acquisition will bring greater choice to utility customers across the spectrum of smart metering deployments and strengthen Itron’s integrated cellular communications offering. The parties expect the transaction to close in the second quarter of 2012.

“SmartSynch is a compelling strategic acquisition that strengthens our position in the industry and with our energy and water utility customers,” said LeRoy Nosbaum, Itron president and chief executive officer. “SmartSynch brings a

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