Graham Gillam’s Post

M&A activity has been expanding across strategic communications and advisory services, a segment of the professional and tech-enabled services sector. As demand from private equity firms and strategic players for these services increases, strategic communications and advisory firms will seek new investors to foster continued organic and inorganic growth and provide shareholder buyout optionality. Key trends driving investor opportunities in the space include growth capital and succession planning, a fragmented market, and attractive cash flow profiles. We share more on these trends and other subsector insights in our Q2 brief. https://lnkd.in/e_5M7bgq

In the competitive and high-stakes world of private equity, thorough due diligence is indispensable. It gives private equity firms valuable insights into the target company’s operations, competitive landscape, and growth potential. This information is critical for developing effective post-acquisition strategies, such as operational improvements, market expansion, and assessing alignment (‘synergy’) with existing portfolio companies.  Read more: https://lnkd.in/d57Zqe_c #privateequity #duediligence

Our M&A and Capital Markets team has launched a quarterly newsletter.   Dive into our newsletter where we explore the ever-evolving M&A landscape, uncover latest trends, and share valuable insights: https://lnkd.in/gTnM2Q45 #MergersAndAquisitions

RKL’s latest regional transaction report covers M&A trends in key industries and local markets. Click below to download.

RKL’s latest regional transaction report covers M&A trends in key industries and local markets. Great job Ryan Hurst and Bryan Redding!

In RKL LLP most recent M&A report, our TAS team shares their insights on the state of the market in 2023. Was it more active than 2022 or were more companies on the sidelines waiting for #lowerinterestrates #electionresults or better multiples? Ryan Hurst Bryan Redding and our team give your thoughts across the region.

Private equity firms usually focus on financial due diligence, but there are other commonly overlooked areas that can affect the success of an acquisition. Armanino Strategy & Transformation Partner Amy Julian outlines how addressing technology, human capital and customer health will help minimize risks and gain more clarity around the deal you’re making. Interested in learning more about how we can create value at every stage of your investment? Learn about our extensive PE services: http://ow.ly/2heo10510gy #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #DueDiligence

Private equity firms usually focus on financial due diligence, but there are other commonly overlooked areas that can affect the success of an acquisition. Armanino Strategy & Transformation Partner Amy Julian outlines how addressing technology, human capital and customer health will help minimize risks and gain more clarity around the deal you’re making. Interested in learning more about how we can create value at every stage of your investment? Learn about our extensive PE services: http://ow.ly/pyUb1051zc5 #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #DueDiligence

Private equity firms usually focus on financial due diligence, but there are other commonly overlooked areas that can affect the success of an acquisition. Armanino Strategy & Transformation Partner Amy Julian outlines how addressing technology, human capital and customer health will help minimize risks and gain more clarity around the deal you’re making. Interested in learning more about how we can create value at every stage of your investment? Learn about our extensive PE services: http://ow.ly/ajh01052eAZ #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #DueDiligence

Please check out my St. Louis colleague, Amy Julian, in the video below addressing some overlooked but critical aspects of diligence that should be considered when making an acquisition!