Kenny, inc., is looking at setting up a new manufacturing plant in south park. the company bought some land six years ago for $8 million in anticipation of using it as a warehouse and distribution site, but the company has since decided to rent facilities elsewhere. the land would net $10.8 million if it were sold today. the company now wants to build its new manufacturing plant on this land; the plant will cost $22 million to build, and the site requires $950,000 worth of grading before it is suitable for construction. what is the proper cash flow amount to use as the initial investment in fixed assets when evaluating this project?

Successful companies try to maintain a positive relationship in the community in which they do business. in the textbook, colangelo explains that representing your core values in the community wins loyalty to your brand and attracts new customers (p. 62). entrepreneurs should remember that part of a company’s stewardship includes socially responsible actions in the community. in what ways do organizations gain trust and show they are socially responsible stewards? how is trust lost and how are reputations damaged? discuss examples of companies that are socially responsible and have earned the trust of the community. conversely, discuss other companies that have lost the trust of communities and damaged their reputations through social irresponsibility. what will you do to ensure that your organization maintains a positive reputation in the community?