M&A Science cover image

M&A Science

Lessons from the Trenches: Mastering Tech M&A, Integration, and Carve-Out Strategies Part 2

Jan 27, 2025
Dr. Amit Monga, Founder and CEO of SARAPOINT, shares his expertise in the ever-evolving landscape of tech mergers and acquisitions. He delves into the shift from EBITDA to revenue multiples in software valuation, emphasizing the need for strategic growth insights. Amit discusses the challenges of navigating difficult CEOs and the nuances of buy-side versus sell-side M&A. He also reveals effective strategies for pitching acquisitions and the complexities of carve-outs, highlighting the importance of cultural fit and financial structuring for successful integrations.
01:02:12

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • The shift from EBITDA to revenue multiples in software valuation underscores the importance of sustainable growth and diversified revenue sources.
  • Navigating negotiations with challenging CEOs requires building trust and understanding their pain points to align interests effectively.

Deep dives

The Value of Automating M&A Reporting

Automating M&A reporting is transformative for professionals who traditionally spend significant time on manual data entry and reporting tasks. Solutions like Dealroom BI streamline the reporting process by automating pipeline reports that provide real-time updates on deal statuses, stages, and timelines. This automation allows professionals to reclaim up to 15 hours a week, which can then be redirected towards more strategic tasks, such as sourcing new deals. The ease of scheduled automatic report deliveries further enhances efficiency, making this tool an essential asset for anyone involved in M&A.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode