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On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act") was signed into law. The CARES Act provides emergency assistance to individuals, families, and businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The CARES Act is divided into two divisions: Division A includes programs to benefit individuals, companies, and the health care system affected by COVID-19; and Division B describes the supplemental appropriations to help the government respond to COVID-19. A summary of the CARES Act outlines and details the assistance available.

COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, has caused unprecedented global disruption. Keeping your stakeholders informed with clear, consistent messaging is essential for risk mitigation, so be sure to use a crisis communication strategy.

Black swan events often come with high velocity and are slow to recover. Examples of black swan events include World War I, the rise of the internet, the dot com bubble, September 11, the 2008 financial crisis, and now COVID. While the catastrophic events are almost impossible to predict, the best way to get your business, family enterprise, or family office ready for the next one is with extreme preparation. Learn about the risks and strategies to prepare, respond, and adapt to a future Black Swan event. With sound risk management, you can emerge stronger and better equipped.

When developing a model coronavirus response plan, there are three areas family businesses and family offices should consider. In addition, it is important to have an FAQ communication for employees. A sample FAQ is provided, keeping in mind that each employer will have different answers to the questions asked based on its unique considerations and needs.

What started as a China-specific issue is spreading fast across the globe for one business after another. One estimate says organizations may lose up to $1.1 trillion before the COVID-19 tragedy ends. Korn Ferry experts believe leaders must rely on agility, transparency, and forward-thinking strategies throughout the crisis.View the video series to learn more about leading in a time of crisis:

Social distancing drives a great need for virtual work, including in the area of assessments. Until the advent of technology that enabled remote simulations, in-person leadership simulation assessments comprised of interviews, tests, and a variety of live interactive business simulations. In this report, two case studies highlight the robustness of executing leadership simulations virtually.

For the last three decades, success for an asset manager was simple: generate returns. But with a maturing industry going through disruption, the formula for success is no longer clear. To evolve their business models to meet market pressure and consumer demands in a bifurcated industry, asset-management leaders need to keep talent fully engaged and in a learning mindset.

Investors are more concerned and educated about cybersecurity than ever before. With more money and competition all around, asset management firms are increasing their focus on cybersecurity to meet market pressure and consumer demand. To be effective, cybersecurity leaders must be able to assess technology risk across ever larger and more complex ecosystems. Firms can leverage investments in talent and technology to differentiate cybersecurity operations, which will help attract and retain clients.

This is not “business as usual.” Organizations of all sizes and spanning virtually every industry are being heavily impacted by the COVID-19 global health crisis. As you assess the short- and long-term implications for your business or organization, you may find that you or a third-party partner is unable to perform the essential terms of a contract. Can and should you invoke a Force Majeure clause? If your contract with another party does not include one, what’s next?

When toxic workplace behaviors go unchecked, they can put your organization and employees at risk. With the right training, prevention, and intervention programs, you can give your employees the tools they need to curb hostile behaviors—and protect everyone concerned.