Fuqua Calls Annual Shareholder Meetings Obsolete
J B Fuqua of Fuqua Industries argues that annual meetings have become rituals with no real influence. He notes most shareholders vote by proxy and prefer private communication. He supports keeping meetings for consumer companies and GM but questions their democratic value.
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Thai shop names amuse tourists with quirky wordplay
A Bangkok writer notes the odd humor in Thai business names where venues like Porn Shop and Modern Kiss mislead visitors. He explains many names have little relation to the business, with examples from tailors, night clubs, and dolls shops. The piece also mentions trademark disputes over near copycat names like Colgade versus Colgate.
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Thailand
Maxim's Bangkok: a barber shop not a restaurant
The piece notes Maxim's in Bangkok aims to project class yet clarifies the venue is a barber shop rather than a dining restaurant. It contrasts expectations with the actual business, highlighting the misperception of Maxim’s offerings in that location.
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Taurant
Maxim’s
Bangkok
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