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Growing to the Next Level—Rainmaker LISBON Summit 2019

Growing to the Next Level—Rainmaker LISBON Summit 2019

Douglas E. Rodgers2024-01-22T10:59:27+00:00Articles, M&A Worldwide|

The 30th M&A Worldwide Rainmaker LISBON Summit, held April 4-5 in Lisbon, Portugal included 278 people from 40 countries—breaking all previous attendance records for the prestigious event.

Like the MIAMI Summit hosted by FOCUS in November 2018—as well as previous Summits in Amsterdam, Barcelona, London, New Delhi, Warsaw, and Shanghai—the LISBON Summit united corporate deal makers from across the globe, stimulating discussion around ongoing transactions, as well as the latest trends in research, deal software, and process management.

Is Now the Right Time to Consider an ESOP?

Is Now the Right Time to Consider an ESOP?

dev2024-01-22T10:59:20+00:00Articles, ESOP, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures|

FOCUS adopted an ESOP, an employee stock ownership plan, form of corporate structure late last year. We decided to implement an ESOP as it afforded our partners an opportunity to redeem their capital accounts, but kept our existing organization intact without any changes to our culture, organization, benefit plans or management team. In effect, the ESOP allowed us to maintain our business model and procedures exactly the same as prior to the transaction. In so doing, FOCUS joined nearly 7,000 other companies who have made the decision to establish an ESOP.

M&A Action Plan: Full Speed Ahead!

M&A Action Plan: Full Speed Ahead!

Douglas E. Rodgers2024-01-22T10:59:18+00:00Articles, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures|

In 2019, we believe the middle market will continue to be a robust, dynamic space for dealmakers, offering buyers and sellers an expanding climate for success. Plus, an impressive number of major surveys and report support our thesis.

2018 YEAR IN REVIEW: A Third Record-Breaking Year!

2018 YEAR IN REVIEW: A Third Record-Breaking Year!

Douglas E. Rodgers2024-01-22T10:59:17+00:00Articles, Downloads|

FOCUS just completed its exciting third consecutive record-breaking year in ...

FOCUS Investment Banking Wins M&A Worldwide Deal of the Year

FOCUS Investment Banking Wins M&A Worldwide Deal of the Year

John Slater2024-02-12T23:33:25+00:00Advanced Manufacturing, Articles, M&A Worldwide, Mergers & Acquisitions News, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures|

At the recent M&A Worldwide Rainmaker Summit, the sale of ...

GETTING MORE: How You Can Negotiate to Succeed in Work and Life

GETTING MORE: How You Can Negotiate to Succeed in Work and Life

Stuart Diamond, Esq.2024-01-22T10:59:11+00:00Articles|

Negotiation is part of every human encounter and most of us do it badly. With insight I’ve gained from some of the 30,000 people I’ve taught over 20 years and in 45 countries, I challenge conventional wisdom...

Generating Great Business Opportunities–Mission Accomplished in MIAMI!

Generating Great Business Opportunities–Mission Accomplished in MIAMI!

Douglas E. Rodgers2024-01-22T10:59:11+00:00Blogs, Event, International News, M&A Worldwide, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures|

The 29th M&A Worldwide Rainmaker MIAMI Summit, held November 15-16 in Miami Beach’s famous Art Deco District on South Beach, included 112 people from 22 countries, including: Argentina, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Hungary, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, and the United States.

Extracting Maximum Deal Value—Seven Keys to Success

Extracting Maximum Deal Value—Seven Keys to Success

Douglas E. Rodgers2024-01-22T10:59:08+00:00Articles|

“With M&A activity showing no sign of slowing, a continuing focus on revenue synergy execution will be critical in delivering value…By understanding the sources of value and executing against the seven keys to success…executives can get a jump start on capturing value and outperforming the market.” That’s the conclusion of an October 2018 McKinsey & Company survey of 200 seasoned M&A executives from ten industries.

A FOCUS First—FIVE Deals in a Month!

A FOCUS First—FIVE Deals in a Month!

admin2024-02-12T23:33:27+00:00Articles, Deals, Mergers & Acquisitions News, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures|

Unprecedented performance! In September, FOCUS closed five deals and, frankly, I’m thrilled and extremely proud of our achievement! Five deals in a single month demonstrate the solid expertise of FOCUS, successfully deploying a variety of strategic services.

Prepping the Princess: Is Your Business Ready to Sell?

Prepping the Princess: Is Your Business Ready to Sell?

admin2024-02-12T22:36:46+00:00Articles, Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures, Podcasts|

Learn from industry-leading legal, accounting, investment banking, marketing, business advisory and financial services experts about the steps you should be taking inside your business now to make it more attractive for a successful sale―even if that’s several years down the road.