In M&A deals, it is a common misperception that earnouts are valuable only to the acquirer. But if done right, earnouts can be win-wins for both buyers and sellers. Sellers... read more →
As Los Angeles calls for a $1.9 billion investment in programs to help the homeless, what appears to be truly helping is direct outreach. According to a recent article in... read more →
The deal’s been on the table for months, and you’re about to sign. Then the other party makes a last-minute change to the terms. Is it fair and reasonable, or... read more →
If you’re buying, there’s a component well worth factoring into the deal: The earnout. Private equity firms are structuring earnouts in 43% of their transactions – the highest proportion since... read more →
In the midst of an acquisition, attention is often focused on signing the deal and appeasing stakeholders, looking with optimism to what the new merger will mean for revenue and... read more →
In any M&A transaction, it’s imperative to have an accurate understanding of the business landscape: The environment, both internal and external; pending regulations or policies that will affect operations; and... read more →
Acquisition can be one of the most effective ways to rapidly grow a company, expand into new territories, and gain greater market share. If you’re pursuing an acquisition strategy and... read more →
Whenever I approach a merger or acquisition, I assess the resources: Capital, equipment, assets, intellectual property, and above all the employees – the human resources that are part of any... read more →
To some degree, companies and start-ups can grow on their own, naturally, using internal strategies of building capacity and increasing marketing and sales. However, to achieve greater growth – to... read more →
Big Change Advisors is about propelling business growth, increased synergies, and greater impact toward goals. In other words: Creating opportunity -- Opening doors and revealing possibilities that let companies go... read more →