How2Exit

JUNE 20, 2023

Discover best practices from industry advisors and businesses that are involved in sale and acquisitions activity. Get educated about the trends, challenges and issues that impact the business sale and acquisitions environment. 87,343 Companies acquired by my students and counting ($41 Billion in sales). She was too busy.

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M&A Media Mergers and Acquisitions Private Equity 130

Shearman & Sterling

APRIL 6, 2021

Zurn of the Delaware Court of Chancery granted defendants' motion for judgment on the pleadings in a breach of contract action brought by plaintiff Deluxe Entertainment Services, Inc.

Accountant 52

Accountant Bank Banking Private Equity 52

Cooley M&A

MARCH 11, 2022

2, 2022), the court found that—despite a sufficiently robust sales process that supported ascribing heavy weight to the signing price as a reliable indicator of fair value—the fair value of the target’s shares at closing exceeded the deal price. In BCIM Strategic Value Master Fund LP v. share (based on a spot price on the date of signing).

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The Harvard Law School Forum

APRIL 7, 2023

the multibillion-dollar entertainment empire that owns well-known television brands such as Paramount, CBS, MTV, Nickelodeon, and Showtime– which was later renamed Paramount Global. During the sale process, Ms. Paramount Global has agreed to pay $122.5 The $30 billion “controlled transaction” created ViacomCBS, Inc. –

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Mergers Media Entertainment Government 56

Solganick & Co.

JULY 5, 2023

Solganick was the exclusive financial advisor to Nextira in its sale to Accenture July 5, 2023 New York and Austin Solganick & Co. Solganick”) is pleased to announce the successful completion of another sell-side transaction in its Technology Services M&A practice.

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M&A Investment Banking Advisory Entertainment 52

Shearman & Sterling

APRIL 6, 2021

Zurn of the Delaware Court of Chancery granted defendants' motion for judgment on the pleadings in a breach of contract action brought by plaintiff Deluxe Entertainment Services, Inc.

Accountant 40

Accountant Bank Banking Private Equity 40

The Deal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

At first blush, Ivest Consumer Partners LLC might seem an unlikely buyer for CloudCo Entertainment, which owns the Care Bears and other properties that combine consumer intellectual property and content. Care Bears is a multi-generational evergreen brand that’s done $5 billion in sales at retail,” Loch added. “It’s

Entertainment 40

Entertainment Private Equity Business M&A 40

Cooley M&A

JULY 9, 2021

In the Delaware appraisal decisions that have followed, the court has consistently found deal price (minus synergies) to be the most reliable indicator of fair value, so long as there was a sufficiently robust sales process that bore “objective indicia” of reliability. Source: Courthouse News Service and LexisNexis CourtLink. Conclusion.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Potential for Revenue Growth – Can the team monetize more effectively via the sale of additional streaming/broadcast rights? What about VIP ticket sales, apparel licensing, and media partnerships? Teams are often bought and sold based on this future potential rather than today’s cash flows.

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Investment Banking Bank Banking Investment 105

Razorpay

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Strategically placed displays can influence customers to make unplanned purchases, increasing overall sales and enhancing product visibility. Interactive Games or Quizzes These interactive POP materials engage customers through entertainment, often offering rewards or discounts for participation, leading to increased engagement and sales.

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Software Equity Group

APRIL 4, 2023

During the transition, I remained the VP of Marketing while a new leadership team, including a CEO, CTO, CFO, and VP of Sales, were brought on board. Many marketing departments work in silos – I encouraged cross-functional collaboration with sales, product development, and customer success.

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Sale Book-building Business M&A 52

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

JUNE 22, 2023

Earlier this week, the New York State legislature passed a bill banning all non-competes entered into on or after 30 days past the bill’s enactment, including those entered into by employees or in connection with the sale of a business. If the bill becomes law, it would make New York the fifth state in the U.S.

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The TRADE

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

After a competitive vote, Baugh received his crystal and gave an entertaining speech, recognising the key individuals and organisations who had contributed to his career thus far and reminding the room that the industry is all in this together as it moves forward.

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Equities Trading Financial Market Management 59

Software Equity Group

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

For example, term sheets typically address the following heavily negotiated issues in the transaction structure section: Consideration : Are you only getting cash consideration for the sale, or are you accepting some stock in the acquiring company? Tax optimization : M&A transactions have huge tax implications for buyers and sellers.

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Negotiation Business M&A Valuation 52

PCO M&A Specialists

MARCH 8, 2021

In this educational webcast Andrew de la Chapelle, Senior Strategic M&A Consultant and Dan Gordon, Founder of PCO M&A Specialists have a detailed and highly entertaining conversation to help demystify what is required for business owners to maximize their hard work.

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Valuation Business M&A Consulting 40

Sun Acquisitions

JULY 1, 2024

Playing the long game involves choosing the right moment to initiate the sale. Instead of settling for the first offer, small business owners should play the field by entertaining multiple offers simultaneously. Play 4: Play the Long Game with Timing Timing is everything in the game of mergers and acquisitions.

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Business Negotiation Mergers and Acquisitions M&A 59

Software Equity Group

MARCH 26, 2024

Cultivating Relationships with Top Private Equity Firms is Key to a Successful Sale Are you considering a majority investment or strategic sale? As a SaaS founder or executive, it’s essential to exercise caution when disclosing details about your company, as oversharing can potentially hinder your chances of a successful sale.

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Wall Street Mojo

JANUARY 4, 2024

Organic Growth : Organic growth involves expanding the company’s existing operations, increasing sales, and capturing a larger market share without merging or acquiring other businesses. In 2006, it acquired YouTube, the world’s largest video-sharing platform, further expanding its presence in the media and entertainment industry.

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Focus Investment Banking

JULY 8, 2024

Tire sales district losing money? Hmm, let’s put higher prices in the point-of-sale system and tell salespeople they cannot — under any situation — change them. It’s currently used in retail, hospitality, transportation and entertainment. Company stores losing money? Hmm, let’s get those labor rates way higher.

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Software Equity Group

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

You have probably entertained the idea of selling your company at least once during your tenure as an entrepreneur. By learning more about the sale process and taking proactive steps to position your company effectively, you can attract high-quality buyers and ensure you receive fair market value—at minimum—for the business you have built.

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Business M&A Mergers and Acquisitions IT 52

Devensoft

JUNE 20, 2023

The acquisition also provided Microsoft with access to LinkedIn’s vast user base and data, which it could leverage for its advertising and sales efforts. The acquisition was part of Disney’s strategy to revitalize its animation business and expand its reach in the entertainment industry.

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M&A Corporation Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers 52

Razorpay

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Recurring transactions can include invoices, purchase orders, journal entries, payments, sales orders, and bank transfers that are automatically generated and processed at regular intervals. By using Razorpay, businesses can streamline their payment operations, enhance customer experience, and improve overall efficiency.

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Accountant Business Utilities Management 52

Cooley M&A

JANUARY 25, 2023

For example, the sale of Horizon Therapeutics to Amgen for approximately $28 billion was the third-largest all-cash transaction in the pharmaceutical sector in history. Indeed, while deal volume was down 30% from 2021 and deal value was down 41% from 2021 , multiple carve outs were announced or completed this past year.

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M&A Mergers and Acquisitions Pharmaceutical Collaboration 40

Razorpay

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This organization simplifies tracking sales and accounts receivable management. Retail Transactions: In the retail space, a store generates a standard invoice at the point of sale. The invoice outlines the services provided, such as venue rentals, catering, and entertainment, along with their costs and the total amount due.

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Razorpay

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Other expenses: Office supplies Travel and entertainment expenses (reimbursed to employees) Repairs and maintenance Taxes (property, sales) Interest on loans Why Should You Automate Accounts Payable?

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Accountant Business Management Debt 52

Lake Country Advisors

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

This strategy allows them to offer a broader range of products to their existing customer base, fostering more comprehensive market penetration and often leading to increased sales. This combination propelled the merged entity to new heights in the entertainment industry. Valued at approximately $7.4

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Devensoft

JUNE 1, 2023

From the acquisition of WhatsApp by Facebook to Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Entertainment, we will explore the factors that contributed to their success or failure. This led to a significant write-down of the value of the acquisition and ultimately the sale of Yahoo’s core business to Verizon.

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Acquisitions Mergers and Acquisitions M&A Media 52

Razorpay

JULY 24, 2024

Real-time insights help them analyze sales patterns, identify peak hours, and optimize operations. Implement industry-specific risk management protocols for the gambling, adult entertainment, cryptocurrency, and e-commerce sectors. Businesses can rest assured that their transactions are encrypted.

IT 40

IT Business Risk Assessment Risk Management 40

Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 10, 2024

3) Revenue Growth – Besides ticket and merchandise sales, sports teams can grow revenue with broadcast/licensing deals, partnerships, and newer routes like augmented reality (AR) / virtual reality (VR) experiences and e-gaming. But its sales were growing briskly, with 20 – 25% growth in the two previous years.

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Private Equity Equities Funds Entertainment 103

Devensoft

AUGUST 24, 2023

Collaborative Sales Teams: Foster collaboration between sales teams from different entities. Use follow-up emails, personalized recommendations, or post-purchase surveys to facilitate cross-sales. Highlight the added value and benefits of upgrading.

Business 52

Business Collaboration Mergers and Acquisitions Management 52

TechCrunch: M&A

AUGUST 3, 2023

This perhaps precipitated Run The World’s sale; rival Hopin sold its events and engagement units to RingCentral this week for similar reasons. But Qu wouldn’t confirm or deny. “We couldn’t have anticipated the explosive interest Run The World would generate,” Qu said in a press release.

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The TRADE

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The sale of Credit Suisse to UBS was relatively undramatic, given the former had already pulled out of the PB space, but the overall consolidation seen in recent years has certainly reshuffled the pack.

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The Deal

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Sloan’s first career was in entertainment, as he was the chairman of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Sloan still sits on the board of Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. And sales of companies to investor Ron Perelman and private equity firms KKR & Co. trying to bring the Hollywood studio back from the dead.

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Entertainment Private Equity IPO Sale 59

Focus Investment Banking

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Key speakers discussed the decline in investment and sales within the EV market, drawing parallels to past technological market fluctuations, such as the dot-com bubble. What they have coming up at SEMA 2024 is incredible, and these guys are just absolutely entertaining as can be. What they’re working on is so cool.

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M&A IT Engineering Business 52

Cooley M&A

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

billion sale of portfolio company Adenza to Nasdaq – PE-backed tech exits also took a hit in 2023, with total deal values declining 35% versus 2022. [2] Despite some isolated bright spots – such as Thoma Bravo’s $10.7

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