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Tom Klein - Pre-Close M&A Value Creation Playbook Ep.220

Apr 23, 2024
Former Morningside Co-CEO and M&A expert Tom Klein discusses pre-close M&A value creation, industry selection, sourcing methodologies, building reputation, and working with lender partners. Topics include deep focused search approaches, mastering industry-focused M&A research, strategic acquisition identification, audacity of search fund model, and navigating complexities in M&A deals.
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Quick takeaways

  • Deep industry searches build expertise and networks for better decision-making.
  • Identifying acquisition targets in fragmented industries boosts outreach and growth opportunities.

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Deep Industry Search Benefits

Deep industry searches offer valuable knowledge growth over time in terms of understanding business metrics, growth rates, customer sizes, KPI benchmarks, and competitiveness. Moreover, building industry expertise through such searches enhances networking opportunities with experts, employees, and owners. This knowledge accumulation and network expansion lead to increased credibility and better decision-making based on comparative knowledge, ultimately ensuring higher returns on invested time and effort.

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