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Corporate Finance Jobs: Cozy Careers, But Bad “Plan B” Options

Mergers and Inquisitions

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. In my view, corporate finance jobs are not ideal “stepping stone roles.”

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Will There Be an IPO for a Specialty Consulting Company in 2024?

Focus Investment Banking

And will that mean that some of the privately held management consulting firms or other professional services companies will choose an IPO this year? There are only a few publicly traded companies in specialty consulting. FTI Consulting and CRA International (Charles River Associates) initially come to mind.

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FOCUS Investment Banking Represents East Coast Retina, PA in its Sale to Retina Consultants of America

Focus Investment Banking

Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents East Coast Retina, PA in its Sale to Retina Consultants of America appeared first on FOCUS Investment Banking LLC. FOCUS managing directors Eric Yetter and Andy Snyder advised East Coast Retina in this partnership.

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The Path to Success: How to Become an Investment Banker

OfficeHours

Building a Strong Understanding of Financial Concepts In order to pass the interview process, it is important to develop a solid understanding of financial concepts, including financial analysis, valuation techniques, financial modeling, and corporate finance.

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FOCUS Investment Banking Represents SUCCESS Computer Consulting in its Sale to L Squared Capital Partners

Focus Investment Banking

Download this press release as a PDF The post FOCUS Investment Banking Represents SUCCESS Computer Consulting in its Sale to L Squared Capital Partners appeared first on FOCUS. These testimonials may not be representative of the experience of all clients; testimonials are not a guarantee of future performance or success.

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Earnouts: Sometimes a “Bridge” Too Far

Focus Investment Banking

But do earnouts consistently bridge the gap between buyers and sellers in Consulting and Professional Services deals? In the realm of Consulting businesses, where the primary assets are often intangible—knowledge, relationships, and expertise—maintaining these assets post-acquisition is paramount for buyers.

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M&A Through The Eyes of The Strategic Acquirer with Scott Kaeser

How2Exit

He has a background in corporate finance and management consulting, and has successfully completed over 30 acquisitions in the security industry. He discusses his background in corporate finance and management consulting, and how he got started in the security industry.

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