Baker Tilly Greenwoods Advisory Explained

The best practices for building a winning M&A team

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This episode of Advisory Explained delves into the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), exploring the essential components that contribute to successful transactions.

Host Kosie Kritzinger outlines the types of M&A, key terminology, necessary documentation, team building, and the importance of planning for both the transaction and post-merger integration.

The discussion emphasizes that M&A is not just about financial gains but also about strategic alignment, cultural integration, and long-term success.

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Chapters
  • 00:00 Intro
  • 01:31 Understanding Mergers and Acquisitions
  • 02:30 Reasons for M&A
  • 03:50 Key M&A Terminology
  • 07:58 Common M&A Documents
  • 10:45 Due Diligence Checklist
  • 16:51 Planning for Successful M&A
  • 20:30 Regulatory Considerations
  • 23:25 Communication Strategies
  • 25:13 Addressing Compliance Issues
18 Mar English South Africa Business · Investing

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