M&A - Mergers and Acquisitions Professionals

Who are your go-to sale readiness advisors? Thinking firms like Accordion etc.

I’ve been offered a senior finance/accounting integration role at a serially acquirer who is looking to formalize their integration function.

Previously, boutique PMI consultant.

I realize that I have significant knowledge g… more

Is there a comprehensive database that shows age of family-owned company owners?

Does anyone have insight into day to day PE deal origination gigs and exit opportunities?

How often does a deal close after an LOI is submitted?

I am in industry, in a fairly predictable role. On the side I do consulting work for startups and funds. One MM PE fund I've done an engagement with has brought me on for a second. I believe they … more

How in depth does a Letter of Intent typically get? Would it include items specifically like working capital adjustments, rent, employment agreements, etc.?

What do companies typically do with key employees to retain them during a transaction?

How often do buyers let the seller keep the accounts receivable in a transaction?

What would be an average EBITDA multiple for a wholesale distribution company?

What are some key considerations that a family business should consider/be aware of prior to selling to a strategic buyer or PE?

Big 4 Director in Deals ( Diligence and post-close integration/separation experience) considering moving back to industry now that road to partner timelines are severely stretched. What roles are othe… more

Anyone here based outside of the US? If yes, where?

For those got their CPA later in life 30+, how did you do it with other personal responsibilities?

What are the m&a steps that take place when a mid size company gets bought? How long do the steps typically take from negotiations to close?

Anyone got any views on HR / People in M&A exit opportunities - e.g. working in Big4 Deals team on the HR and people strategy side. What could be career opportunities once done with working for Bi… more

I have got to get the hell out of here

1. What is the difference between one-off cost and a cost that is capitalised / Capex.
2. How do run-rate adjustments affect EBIDTA

1. What is the difference between one-off cost and a cost that is capitalised / Capex.
2. How do run-rate adjustments affect EBIDTA

How has deal activity been for you lately? Feels like tons of sell side roll forwards and not much new buy sides.

Anyone want to bet on whether or not TikTok actually gets banned? I think this is just for show and nothing will really happen.

Technology in M&A exit opportunities?

Logging off before 8pm for the first time in two weeks. What to do with all this free time.

How would one transition into Mergers and Acquisitions from consulting?

How do you find comparisons for private businesses in a similar industry that have sold in prior deals?

Dear community,

I am a Sr. Associate at Strategy&, with experience in prop quant trading firm.

My family is from an european country and my father got an offer to go tu US. My dreams jobs arw in the hedge fund industry/inv… more

Do you know what is better than an 8:00 a.m. meeting on a Monday morning? That 8:00 a.m. Monday morning meeting following the start of daylight savings time. Both of these things should be illegal.

Hope everyone has a great Friday!

Is there anything more frustrating than spending two months, working 60-hour weeks working on a deal only to have it fall apart right before you think it's going to close? 😡

Álvarez Marsal PEPI folks: on average, how many hours a week are you working? Are you ACTUALLY working those crazy hours to get those crazy bonuses? (Specifically asking about director level and above… more

Hi 👋 I want to get into investment banking from management consulting TMT (3 years of experience). Do you think that the MBA at INSEAD (January intake) could be a good choice ? LBS will give me more … more

Is anyone hiring M&A advisory entry level right now? Looks like nothing exists.

How often do you get asked (directly or indirectly) to not bill your time to a client?

Mid-30s post-MBA Associate looking to transition to IB. In general, do I need an internship? Can’t I just go in as an Associate?

Does anyone else have so much work to catch up on that you will need to work through the weekend? I guess I didn't know what I was signing up for!

I’m on my first M&A Hr/ org design project and am feeling overwhelmed by the org structure, names, and changes to be made. Appreciate any advice on how to be more prepared!