203. Mastering M&A: Doing Acquisitions Right with Jeremy Earnshaw

CFO 4.0

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In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Jeremy Earnshaw, Founding Director of Clarendon in the first instalment of a series of discussions on the complexities and challenges of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Jeremy draws on his wealth of experience in executing over 25 transactions to offer practical advice for CFOs embarking on their M&A journey.

Key topics covered include:

• The importance of aligning M&A activity with organisational strategy
• Understanding the critical role of the C-suite in the M&A process
• How to assess whether your organisation is ready for an acquisition
• Cultural integration and its impact on post-acquisition success
• The role of due diligence and disclosures in mitigating potential issues
• How to balance day-to-day responsibilities with the demands of M&A

Links mentioned:

• Jeremy's Linkedin
• Learn more about Clarendon Executive Coaching and Mentoring

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Capitole

1. Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions (00:00:00)

2. Key Considerations for Mergers and Acquisitions (00:16:58)

3. Effective Due Diligence and Disclosures (00:32:38)

4. Prioritizing Key Issues in Mergers (00:42:25)

5. Choosing the Right Finance Software (00:54:46)