Signing on the dotted line means the merger or acquisition is really just beginning – it’s when you stop discussing what’s going to be done and start doing it. That’s why it’s especially important to create a detailed post-merger integration...
The close of a deal is certainly cause for celebration, but it doesn’t mean the work is over. In fact, what comes next is a far busier and more important season for the buyer. There are five key stakeholders that should be carefully considered during post-deal...
Risk-taking is a natural part of venture capital. Many times, investments turn out just as expected. But other times, they can lead to either massive payoffs or problematic results. With either extreme, investors should be aware of their options. Thanks to...
Venture capital investors typically know how to handle their clearly winning and losing investments. The challenging ones are those that could be valuable, but are currently bleeding cash. It was a pleasure to contribute an article to the Memphis Business...
Entrepreneurs dedicate their entire lives to building their businesses, so when it’s time to sell, they’re not always going to be interested in the largest sum of money. There are three things they often look for in business offers. I enjoyed sharing my...
Chief financial officers typically have a large sum of abilities, but expertise of the mergers and acquisitions process is rarely needed in this role, and it can be an expensive skill to hire for. Outsourcing the dealmaking skillset only while it’s needed is...
