Add-On Acquisition Readiness Part 2

Updated: December 16, 2024

With studies by Deloitte revealing that over 50 percent of acquisitions don’t achieve the expected ROI or value, businesses face a formidable challenge. How can organizations better prepare their acquisition strategy to beat the odds? 

In this on-demand webinar, our panel of experienced leaders (who have been involved in hundreds of acquisitions combined) explore the benefits, challenges, and key considerations for a financially successful acquisition. The panel includes:

– Trey Chambers, CFO of Idera (backed by TA Associates)
– Keith Collins, Managing Director with Seaside Equity Partners
– Chris Hartenstein, VP of Client Solutions with Consero
– Michael Foley, VP of Finance for Consero and Previously Experlogix, Therapy Brands

The panel will cover:

– Market Outlook Predictions
– Keys to a Successful Acquisition/Indicators of Challenges
– Consero’s Role in Supporting Acquisitions
– Target Selection and Due Diligence
– Integration Strategies and Checklists
– Considerations Related to Human Capital

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