Navigating the Acquisition Process

Is your board merely reacting to management’s M&A actions, or are you proactively helping to shape the M&A strategy? What risks associated with a transaction should rise to the level of the Board? Join us for Part 1 of our exclusive 2-part M&A series, where we provide directors with a practical framework for understanding and overseeing the acquisition process. This event will cover topics from disciplined screening to the complexities of post-merger integration.

Key Takeaways:

• Strategic Fit: Is the target consistent with the approved Strategic goals? Finding the right target to ensure success

• Risk Mitigation: What risk elements are embedded in the transaction’s structure that the Board needs to be aware of? Identifying the "deal-killers" in culture, systems integration, and regulations.

• External talent: Partnerships needed to be successful in a deal

• Financial Impact: How much of the consideration will be paid in cash vs. shares? Analyzing the ripple effects of choosing debt, equity, and leverage financing on shareholder value.

• Governance: Understanding the importance of the Board's role throughout the process

• And more….

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Moderator

Independent Board Director

Kenneth Dutcher, NACD.DC

Ken has over 25 years as a C-suite executive in the consumer, B2B, sales promotion, CRM, public relations and healthcare marketing services space; and extensive experience in all aspects of domestic and international financial management, operations, restructurings and turnarounds...

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