

Mieke Van Oostende
McKinsey Senior Partner. She discusses the importance of culture in M&A integrations.
Top 5 podcasts with Mieke Van Oostende
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26 snips
May 23, 2024 • 46min
206. Are you ready for a surge in M&A?
Senior partners discuss M&A trends like shift to growth, private equity impact, regulatory hurdles, 'transact to transform' concept, and the rise of alliances in the global landscape.

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Mar 13, 2025 • 46min
242. Planning for the next wave of M&A
Jake Henry and Mieke Van Oostende, senior partners at McKinsey, delve into the M&A landscape, exploring anticipated trends for 2024-2025. They discuss how smaller transactions are on the rise, particularly in tech and finance, and the transformative impact of AI on deal strategies. The conversation highlights the importance of navigating geopolitical risks and the need for a solid cultural fit in acquisitions. They also address the evolving investment and divestment strategies shaping company portfolios amidst economic uncertainties.

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Apr 18, 2024 • 45min
202. Charting your M&A course for 2024
Senior partners Jake Henry, Mieke Van Oostende, and Andy West discuss global M&A trends in 2024. They explore deal activity in various industries and the impacts of geopolitical uncertainties. The podcast also delves into strategies for success in M&A, navigating antitrust scrutiny, and the rise of sustainability-focused deals. An optimistic outlook is offered for M&A strategies in 2024, highlighting the importance of reducing market uncertainty for economic growth.

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May 22, 2025 • 21min
Time to revisit your M&A strategy
Jake Henry, a McKinsey Senior Partner, reveals insights from the 2025 M&A report, discussing how companies can still find growth in an uncertain M&A landscape. Mieke Van Oostende, also a McKinsey Senior Partner, emphasizes the critical role of organizational culture in successful mergers and integrations. They explore the recent slowdown in M&A activity, triggered by geopolitical tensions, and stress the necessity for firms to enhance their acquisition strategies while understanding their unique capabilities.

Oct 24, 2024 • 22min
How the top UK companies have set themselves up for success
Andrew Goodman, a senior partner at McKinsey, shares insights on how top UK companies thrive. He highlights five essential conditions for success, emphasizing the need for a solid plan to match ambitions. The discussion touches on the role of strategic investments and the importance of fostering innovation through partnerships. Goodman also delves into the evolving landscape of mergers and acquisitions, showcasing how AI can transform processes and enhance decision-making for CEOs during transitions.