Aaron Whiting, Chief of Staff at Crownpeak, shares tips for coaching a first-time integration leader, getting ready for day one, kickoff meeting strategies, challenges during integration, and setting alignment for kickoff meetings. He emphasizes the significance of understanding the company's thesis and the value of cadence in M&A integration execution. The podcast also discusses the role of umbrella tracks, tracking milestones for momentum, simplifying acquisition integration, and finding a partner in M&A integration.
