Whether you’ve had an exit plan in mind from the start or you’re fielding unsolicited offers from potential acquirers, the more information you have about the M&A process the better. This month, hear from an international panel of CEOs and founders who sold their Tech companies in 2022. What motivated them to sell? What surprised them most about the M&A process? What advice do they have for other CEOs considering M&A? Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to hear from fellow founders, owners and CEOs who sold in 2022.

Guests Include:

• Kevin Nolan, Azpiral • Simon Nugent, Alemba • Joachim Walser, Planfocus • Steve Richmond, Projetech

Plus, we'll discuss the current M&A market, latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly M&A market update.

Bolt-ons, platforms, tuck-ins, roll-ups, plus other M&A strategies ensure that financial acquirers are a dominant force in Tech M&A today. With cash to spend, aggressive deal teams and actively acquisitive portfolio companies, all technology company owners and executives must understand the role of Private Equity in today's M&A landscape.

Part two of Corum's Annual Tech M&A Report with a look back at 2022 and ahead to the rest of 2023 in the world of Private Equity. A panel of the world's leading firms will weigh in on Corum's 2023 Disruptive Tech Trends. 

Private Equity discussion with:

• Jeremy Holland, Managing Partner, Origination at The Riverside Company
• Patrick Eble, Vice President at Alpine Investors
• Anthony Hayes, Vice President at Mainsail Partners
• Kyle Hutchinson, Investment Professional at K1 Investment Management

Corum Group and leading industry advisors look back at 2022 and ahead to the coming year, providing critical insight and predictions.

Agenda:

• Insight from our luminary panel: Salesforce, Progress Software and SAP
• What will the buyers want in 2023?
• M&A market predictions for 2023
• 2022 M&A scorecard
• The unveiling of Corum’s 2023 Top 10 Disruptive Technology Trends 
• Valuations for all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors

How do you use estate and succession planning to maximize wealth before an M&A event? Every founder or CEO needs to consider their estate and succession plan now, even if you’re not immediately contemplating retirement or concerned about health or family issues. There’s a lot to think about. 

Our December webcast will address:

• Tech founder/CEO succession options
• 2023 Estate planning considerations
• Unique benefits of tech companies

Additionally, Corum Group’s research team will provide analysis on the key deals, trends and valuations across all six tech sectors and 29 subsectors. What sectors are getting the highest valuations? What are acquirers after? How long will this record pace continue?

Increasing market uncertainty may have you contemplating raising capital to fund growth and assure a sufficient runway. So, what should a CEO consider in deciding whether to go out for additional capital or begin looking for an exit? Corum CEO, Bruce Milne, advises on this important topic.

Plus, we'll discuss the latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly Tech M&A market update.

2022 M&A activity is still on track to surpass 2021's total deal volume. This is still the best time ever to sell a software company. When will the window close?

For analysis of the current tech M&A market, join us for our Quarterly Tech M&A update. Corum's research team will walk through valuation metrics in all six tech sectors and 29 subsectors, plus look at the key deals and trends from across the market. Which sectors are getting the highest valuations? What kinds of companies are acquirers after? Which disruptive technology trends are driving deals in your sector?

 Plus, a special report from Corum CEO Bruce Milne, "Insider Secrets for Greater M&A Success."

The Executive Summary is the most important document you will write in your M&A journey. You have 15 seconds to convey your company's story and value in the hands of an acquirer. Succeed, and you are on your way to an Optimal Outcome. Fail, and your deal may be over before it even gets started. How do you write your story so that it gets the attention of the right buyers?

Join us Thursday, September 8th, as we share "Pro Tips for Developing Your "Story.'" These are proven methods that CEOs and founders globally have used in their journey to achieve a successful exit. We'll also share our Tech M&A research report, including key transactions, trends, and valuation metrics across all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors.

The M&A market for private companies is robust, but buyers are more diligent than ever, looking closer at a target's model. Next Thursday, Corum's senior dealmakers will share ten ways you can conserve and even increase your company's value now.

Plus, we'll discuss the latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly Tech M&A market update.