Worldwide: Strategy

The U.S. Department of Education has proposed sweeping changes to the higher education accreditation system that would eliminate regional versus national accreditor distinctions, allow institutions to hold multiple accreditations, and shift evaluation standards toward measurable student outcomes rather than process compliance. The proposed rule would also mandate new protections for academic freedom and intellectual diversity while prohibiting accreditation standards that encourage violations of federal ant

On August 20, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) significantly revised its recently adopted Covered List restrictions for foreign-produced power inverters.

A new National Space Transportation Policy aims to expand both commercial and government space transportation capabilities while strengthening the domestic industrial base. The policy directs development of critical launch and reentry infrastructure and promotes international market access for U.S. space transportation services.

The Department of Justice’s new National Fraud Enforcement Division (“NFED”) has told the market exactly where it intends to focus: (1) public trust and financial integrity, (2) health care, (3) internal revenue, (4) global trade and commerce, and (5) corporate misconduct. NFED plans to target these five priorities in parallel under one roof with a shared data infrastructure, compounding the risk to companies that operate at the intersection of multiple priorities and raising the stakes for any company considering a voluntary self-disclosure of potential misconduct.

Dr. Heidi Gardner, best-selling author and business advisor, explores how intentional collaboration creates competitive advantages in the legal industry. Drawing from extensive research, she examines why complex client challenges demand cross-disciplinary teamwork and reveals the performance benefits of strong internal networks. The discussion includes practical strategies for effective collaboration and insights on how collaborative cultures can drive successful AI adoption.

Summer associate Daniela Valladares shares her journey from McAllen, Texas to Foley's Chicago office, discussing her transition from accounting to law and offering valuable insights for law students navigating their career paths. She provides practical advice on maximizing summer associate opportunities through proactive networking and strategic use of career resources.

The Department of Justice’s new National Fraud Enforcement Division (“NFED”) has told the market exactly where it intends to focus: (1) public trust and financial integrity, (2) health care, (3) internal revenue, (4) global trade and commerce, and (5) corporate misconduct. NFED plans to target these five priorities in parallel under one roof with a shared data infrastructure, compounding the risk to companies that operate at the intersection of multiple priorities and raising the stakes for any company considering a voluntary self-disclosure of potential misconduct.

Dr. Heidi Gardner, best-selling author and business advisor, explores how intentional collaboration creates competitive advantages in the legal industry. Drawing from extensive research, she examines why complex client challenges demand cross-disciplinary teamwork and reveals the performance benefits of strong internal networks. The discussion includes practical strategies for effective collaboration and insights on how collaborative cultures can drive successful AI adoption.

Consumer sentiment has plummeted to a decade low while spending surges to four-year highs, creating a puzzling disconnect between what Americans say about their finances and how they actually spend. AlixPartners' latest survey reveals why this gap matters for restaurants, convenience stores, and travel operators navigating a market where anxiety no longer predicts behavior.

Finance organizations facing leadership transitions, acquisitions, or transformations need experienced guidance without the delays of permanent hiring. Interim Management has evolved into a strategic solution that maintains momentum and accelerates value creation during critical periods of change. Discover how this approach differs from fractional roles and why breadth of experience across industries creates more effective finance leaders.

Aurelia Edwards, co-founder and general partner of Edin Capital, discusses her transition from startup founder to venture capital fund manager and explains why not every startup should pursue unicorn status. She shares insights on supporting founders with investment strategies that align with their actual business goals rather than forcing them into a Silicon Valley mold, while emphasizing the importance of understanding regional markets and generating both financial returns and community impact.

Private equity portfolios are leaving material savings unclaimed because traditional approaches can only surface opportunities one company at a time. New AI-enabled techniques now allow sponsors to identify and capture savings simultaneously portfolio-wide, with results in weeks rather than months, addressing the industry's challenges of higher interest rates, elongated holds, and narrow exit windows.