Tom Walzer, CEO of Saco Foods and expert in CPG manufacturing, shares his insights on the delicate balance between organic growth and mergers & acquisitions. He outlines six pillars for M&A success, including strategy and synergy. Tom reflects on lessons learned from his Fortune 500 experience, emphasizing the importance of trust in leadership transitions. The conversation also dives into identifying market 'white space' for growth, and how platformization can enhance acquisition strategies while keeping debt under control.