When a merger or acquisition closes, the press releases go out, the champagne corks pop, and headlines highlight the deal’s potential. But as anyone in the business knows, the real work begins after the deal is done—in what Tom Doorley calls “Day Two.” That’s when integration, alignment, and value realization either come to life—or fall […]
Imagine a modest home in your neighborhood—a three-bedroom, two-bath ranch with a tidy lawn. In 1990, it cost $100,000. In 2025, it costs $500,000. If you’re paying in dollars, the price just keeps rising. But if you’re paying in Bitcoin, something strange—and powerful—starts to happen: the same house costs less Bitcoin over time. This is […]
In the volatile world of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins have emerged as a vital pillar—offering price stability, liquidity, and a practical on-ramp for both institutional and retail adoption. Designed to maintain a consistent value, typically pegged to a fiat currency like the U.S. dollar, stablecoins provide the functionality of crypto with the predictability of traditional finance. Among […]
In this episode of M&A+ The Art After the Deal, host Lisa Scott is joined by Tom Doorley, founder of Sage Partners, co-founder of Braxton Associates, and long-time advisor to top boards and billion-dollar companies. With decades of experience guiding organizations through growth, strategy, governance, and integration, Tom brings a rare blend of insight, candor, and […]
The 2025 Bitcoin Conference was held at the iconic Venetian in Las Vegas and brought together over 35,000 attendees from around the world — a record-breaking turnout for the event. The atmosphere was a cross between a high-stakes innovation summit and a grassroots financial revolution. Crowds filled massive expo halls, panel stages buzzed with ideas, […]
If you’ve ever heard someone dismiss crypto as “too volatile,” they’re not alone. To many professionals who are used to the rhythms of traditional finance, the price swings in crypto markets can feel extreme. But here’s the thing: volatility exists in all markets—and what makes crypto feel different is its speed, structure, and accessibility, not […]
Bitcoin was the first. The spark that lit the flame of decentralized finance. The digital asset that challenged everything we thought we knew about money. Today, thousands of cryptocurrencies exist. Many claim to improve on Bitcoin or serve entirely different purposes. Yet among early adopters and purists, a belief persists: “There is only Bitcoin.” These […]
In 2023, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink made a bold prediction: “The next generation for markets… will be the tokenization of securities.” What does that mean? And why would the head of the world’s largest asset manager say it so publicly? At a high level, tokenization is about transforming how the world stores, trades, and trusts […]
Summary In this episode of M&A+ The Art After the Deal, host Lisa Scott sits down with leadership expert and bestselling author Bob Tiede for a masterclass on leading with questions. Bob shares how shifting from telling to asking can radically transform leadership effectiveness, especially during times of transition, such as post-merger integration. Drawing from […]
In the world of Bitcoin, you’ll often hear phrases like: “Run your own node.” “Don’t trust—verify.” But what exactly is a node? Do you need one? And what does it actually do? Let’s break it down in simple terms. What Is a Bitcoin Node? A node is a computer that runs Bitcoin software and connects […]
