In this episode of M&A+ The Art After the Deal, Lisa Scott sits down with Don Yakulis, a seasoned M&A integration leader who has managed over 50 global deals across countries like Finland, Japan, Korea, and Malta. With executive experience at a variety of companies including: Light & Wonder, Visa, SAP, Nokia, Cisco, and Synopsis, […]
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are often regarded as a numbers game—a race to close deals and maximize financial returns. But the true art of M&A goes beyond signing contracts and calculating synergies. It’s about the people, the processes, and the long-term vision that bring deals to life and ensure their success. This philosophy is encapsulated […]
Welcome to M&A+ The Art After the Deal. Lisa introduces the podcast and special guest Ivan Golubic, a corporate finance and development expert, managing partner at Abbott Group. Ivan’s inspiring journey—from immigrating to the U.S. during the Yugoslavian war to becoming a leader in global M&A—sets the stage for insights into the critical gaps in […]
In any merger, acquisition, or divestiture, transitioning contracts is one of the most complex yet critical tasks. With multiple parties involved—consulting firms, legal teams, divestiture and integration teams, and internal stakeholders—the process can quickly become chaotic. Each group often maintains its own contract lists, names documents differently, and uses inconsistent data formats. The result? Confusion, […]
In the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), success is rarely a straightforward journey. From high-stakes negotiations to the intricacies of integration, every deal brings its own set of challenges and opportunities. Few understand this better than Keith Crawford, Global Head of Corporate Development at State Street, a global leader in financial services. In a […]
First, here are 6 M&A deals that did not achieve a successful outcome and the reasons behind their failures: 1. Sears and Kmart Outcome: Failed Why: The 2005 merger of Sears and Kmart aimed to create a retail powerhouse but ultimately failed. The combined company struggled with declining foot traffic, poor strategic direction, and […]
What is Ethereum and How Does It Compare to Bitcoin? In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency and blockchain, Ethereum and Bitcoin are often the two most discussed names. While Bitcoin laid the groundwork as a digital currency, Ethereum has expanded the possibilities of blockchain technology far beyond simple transactions. This article will explain Ethereum, its […]
In this episode of M&A Plus: The Art After the Deal, host Lisa Scott sits down with Keith Crawford, Global Head of Corporate Development at State Street, one of the world’s most respected financial institutions. With over 20 years at State Street and experience as a CFO, Keith shares valuable insights into tackling complex and […]
Client: Global Technology Corporation Industry: Technology Project: Post-Merger Integration Across Multiple Acquisitions Background & Challenge A global technology company with a history of rapid growth through acquisitions found itself facing significant challenges in integrating its newly acquired companies. Over the past decade, the company had acquired multiple firms, ranging from small acquihires to […]
This year, M&A+ The Art After the Deal podcast brought together top-tier M&A leaders, strategists, legal minds, and transformation experts to share their experiences in tackling post-deal integration, leadership, behind-the-scenes strategies, technology, and value creation. From the State Street Head of Corporate Development Head and CFO to a Pioneering Complexity IT Scientist, each guest offered […]
