The Tech M&A Podcast

Our most popular event of the year, Corum's dealmakers and research team look back at 2023 M&A activity and ahead to the coming year. 2024 promises to eclipse the records set in 2023 deal volume and valuations. Which tech trends will drive deals in 2024? In this webcast, learn more about how you should prepare for your company's growth and exit strategy. Our hour-long Global Tech M&A Report will include: • Insight from our luminary panel: Salesforce, Cicso, Accenture • M&A market predictions for 2024 • 2023 M&A scorecard • The unveiling of Corum's Top 10 Disruptive Technology Trends that will drive deals in 2024 • Deals, trends and valuations across all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors ------------------------------------------------- Corum's Tech M&A Monthly is a regular podcast series for software company owners, executives and CEOs. Each month, Corum Group, the world's leading M&A firm for software and related technology companies, examines the world of Tech M&A. In addition, Tech M&A Monthly includes special reports on buyers, markets and the M&A process itself. This thirty-minute webcast is a must for owners and CEOs considering Tech M&A, whether now or in the future.

Don't miss our final Tech M&A Monthly podcast of 2023! Are you still trying to decide whether you should raise additional funds or look at M&A for growth? What if you could look at both options simultaneously? Join us on December 14 for our Tech M&A Monthly webcast for a discussion about "The Rebirth of Recapitalizations" and how this can be the perfect answer to your raise or merge deliberation. We'll also cover: -CEO Report: Suicide Valuations -Buyers Corner: Tips for New Buyers -December Tech M&A Research Report

Tech continues to be a bright spot in M&A. The number of Tech M&A transactions at the close of Q3 2023 is ahead of last year. Which sectors are getting the highest valuations? What kinds of companies are acquirers after? Which disruptive technology trends are driving deals in your sector? Our special report this month is "Going Back to Market." Have you tried to sell your company and it didn't work? Wrong advisor, the buyer walked away, suboptimal offers? The M&A journey is not always a straight line from start to success, but the opportunity to take what you've learned to improve your business that will earn you better offers at higher valuations is invaluable. Corum has a proven track record of helping Tech companies do this. ------------------------------------------------- Corum's Tech M&A Monthly is a regular podcast series for software company owners, executives and CEOs. Each month, Corum Group, the world's leading M&A firm for software and related technology companies, examines the world of Tech M&A. In addition, Tech M&A Monthly includes special reports on buyers, markets and the M&A process itself. This thirty-minute webcast is a must for owners and CEOs considering Tech M&A, whether now or in the future.

Beware of M&A perfection. Are you hesitating to pursue an exit because you're waiting until your company is "perfect?" Waiting until the company is the right size, the new product is launched, or your next big contract signed? In this Tech M&A Monthly webcast, we'll debunk two common myths that prevent tech CEOs from pursuing an exit and missing their window of opportunity. Webcast Agenda: - CEO Corner: Your Baby's Not Ugly! - Special Report: Beware of M&A Perfection - Buyers Corner: "Rollover Equity" - Review of notable tech transactions in the last month - Current valuations and review of activity in 29 tech subsectors ------------------------------------------------- Corum's Tech M&A Monthly is a regular podcast series for software company owners, executives and CEOs. Each month, Corum Group, the world's leading M&A firm for software and related technology companies, examines the world of Tech M&A. In addition, Tech M&A Monthly includes special reports on buyers, markets and the M&A process itself. This thirty-minute webcast is a must for owners and CEOs considering Tech M&A, whether now or in the future.

In this insightful report, dive deep into the potential and pitfalls of using generative AI, or chatbots, in tech M&A. While the advancements of AI are impressive, relying solely on them for selling your software or IT company can be a mistake. Discover the six major concerns associated with AI tech in M&A, from outdated data to security issues. Learn why human professionals still play an indispensable role in ensuring the best outcome for your business transactions. Tune in to equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate this evolving landscape.

Generative AI is a rapidly advancing technology that can automate many tasks and greatly boost productivity, but also brings risks like job disruption that require thoughtful policies. Major tech firms are developing powerful models like GPT-4 that will soon exceed human abilities in many areas, so business leaders need to understand the technology's potential and pitfalls as they look to implement it in their organizations. Though generative AI's emergence has been relatively recent, its capabilities are advancing extremely quickly and will profoundly impact society and the economy in the next 5-10 years.

Are you trying to determine whether your next step is to raise capital to fund growth and assure a sufficient runway or to look at an M&A strategy? Join us on August 10th as we discuss this important question. Plus, Corum CEO, Bruce Milne will share his insight into the most difficult word in M&A…No. Webcast Agenda: CEO Corner: Just Say No Special Report: Navigating Growth – M&A Exits vs. Raising Capital Monthly Tech M&A research report Review of key tech transactions M&A trends and valuation metrics ------------------------------------------------- Corum's Tech M&A Monthly is a regular podcast series for software company owners, executives and CEOs. Each month, Corum Group, the world's leading M&A firm for software and related technology companies, examines the world of Tech M&A. In addition, Tech M&A Monthly includes special reports on buyers, markets and the M&A process itself. This thirty-minute podcast is a must for owners and CEOs considering Tech M&A, whether now or in the future.

Tech M&A has rebounded, and acquirers have trillions to commit to acquisitions and recapitalizations. Is it time for you to calibrate the M&A market? Preparation is key. In this webcast, we'll share 12 tips recently broadcast at the world's largest online tech M&A forum, "12 Tips for Choosing an M&A Advisor." These tips are important considerations as you look at M&A as an option for your company. Also, we'll share our Mid-Year Tech M&A Report. Corum's research team will report on all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors. What are the key deals and trends you should know about? What valuations are companies like yours receiving? What will the Tech M&A landscape look like in the second half of 2023? Take advantage of this opportunity to gain insight into the current M&A climate that will help you formulate your growth or exit plan.

Along with several of my colleagues, I just returned from Loreto, Mexico where we hosted clients who recently sold their companies to commemorate and celebrate their monumental accomplishment. During these celebration trips, we always set time aside to chat with these executives about their M&A experience and lessons learned. This month, we'll share those words of wisdom collected from dozens of executives over thirty-plus years of celebration trips. Podcast Agenda: Celebrating with Sellers - Lessons Learned Corum's Monthly Tech M&A Research Report: key trends, latest deals and current valuations Buyers Corner: Best Practices for Divestments

Have you been approached with an offer to buy your company? There is more cash and buyers globally in a fast-paced and competitive M&A market. Join us on May 11th at 10:00 AM Pacific as we look at recent deals that demonstrate the speed, depth and breadth of the responses from buyers we are seeing today. How has buyer response increased? How do you respond to pre-emptive bids? What do offers look like in this environment? How do you avoid leaving half your value on the table? Listen to the recorded podcast for answers to these questions.

Despite all the doom and gloom, there's a lot of M&A activity with good valuations paid for technology companies. But what if the recession headlines are true? Should you be worried? What should baby boomers be doing now to prepare? Listen to the recording of our Quarterly Tech M&A Update. Corum's research team provides a detailed analysis of all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors. Which sectors saw the highest valuations in Q1 2023? Which buyers are actively acquiring right now? Will the current pace of M&A continue through Q2?

Whether you've had an exit plan in mind from the start or you're fielding unsolicited offers from potential acquirers, the more information you have about the M&A process the better. This month, hear from an international panel of CEOs and founders who sold their Tech companies in 2022. What motivated them to sell? What surprised them most about the M&A process? What advice do they have for other CEOs considering M&A? Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to hear from fellow founders, owners and CEOs who sold in 2022. Guests Include: • Kevin Nolan, Azpiral • Simon Nugent, Alemba • Joachim Walser, Planfocus • Steve Richmond, Projetech Plus, we'll discuss the current M&A market, latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly M&A market update.

Bolt-ons, platforms, tuck-ins, roll-ups, plus other M&A strategies ensure that financial acquirers are a dominant force in Tech M&A today. With cash to spend, aggressive deal teams and actively acquisitive portfolio companies, all technology company owners and executives must understand the role of Private Equity in today's M&A landscape. Part two of Corum's Annual Tech M&A Report with a look back at 2022 and ahead to the rest of 2023 in the world of Private Equity. A panel of the world's leading firms will weigh in on Corum's 2023 Disruptive Tech Trends. Private Equity discussion with: Jeremy Holland, Managing Partner, Origination at The Riverside Company Patrick Eble, Vice President at Alpine Investors Anthony Hayes, Vice President at Mainsail Partners Kyle Hutchinson, Investment Professional at K1 Investment Management

Corum Group and leading industry advisors look back at 2022 and ahead to the coming year, providing critical insight and predictions. Agenda: Insight from our luminary panel: Salesforce, Progress Software and SAP What will the buyers want in 2023? M&A market predictions for 2023 2022 M&A scorecard The unveiling of Corum's 2023 Top 10 Disruptive Technology Trends Valuations for all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors

How do you use estate and succession planning to maximize wealth before an M&A event? Every founder or CEO needs to consider their estate and succession plan now, even if you're not immediately contemplating retirement or concerned about health or family issues. There's a lot to think about. Our December webcast will address: Tech founder/CEO succession options 2023 Estate planning considerations Unique benefits of tech companies Additionally, Corum Group's research team will provide analysis on the key deals, trends and valuations across all six tech sectors and 29 subsectors. What sectors are getting the highest valuations? What are acquirers after? How long will this record pace continue?

Increasing market uncertainty may have you contemplating raising capital to fund growth and assure a sufficient runway. So, what should a CEO consider in deciding whether to go out for additional capital or begin looking for an exit? Corum CEO, Bruce Milne, advises on this important topic. Plus, we'll discuss the latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly Tech M&A market update.

2022 M&A activity is still on track to surpass 2021's total deal volume. This is still the best time ever to sell a software company. When will the window close? For analysis of the current tech M&A market, join us for our Quarterly Tech M&A update. Corum's research team will walk through valuation metrics in all six tech sectors and 29 subsectors, plus look at the key deals and trends from across the market. Which sectors are getting the highest valuations? What kinds of companies are acquirers after? Which disruptive technology trends are driving deals in your sector? Plus, a special report from Corum CEO Bruce Milne, "Insider Secrets for Greater M&A Success."

The Executive Summary is the most important document you will write in your M&A journey. You have 15 seconds to convey your company's story and value in the hands of an acquirer. Succeed, and you are on your way to an Optimal Outcome. Fail, and your deal may be over before it even gets started. How do you write your story so that it gets the attention of the right buyers? Join us Thursday, September 8th, as we share "Pro Tips for Developing Your "Story.'" These are proven methods that CEOs and founders globally have used in their journey to achieve a successful exit. We'll also share our Tech M&A research report, including key transactions, trends, and valuation metrics across all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors.

The M&A market for private companies is robust, but buyers are more diligent than ever, looking closer at a target's model. Next Thursday, Corum's senior dealmakers will share ten ways you can conserve and even increase your company's value now. Plus, we'll discuss the latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly Tech M&A market update.

We are seeing record level deal activity here at Corum. The volatility in the markets is not affecting the M&A opportunity for privately held tech companies. What's driving this is the tremendous amount of cash available for transactions. If you're a technology company owner or CEO having a hard time getting your partner, shareholders, investors, board aligned on an M&A strategy, Corum President, Rob Griggs, will be sharing his tips on how to educate your team on the benefits of calibrating the M&A market. You don't want to miss your window of opportunity. Join us for this informative discussion and the Corum research report on key deals, trends and valuation metrics.

How did we increase the value of our clients' offers by 40%? Join us for a discussion with Bruce Milne to learn about a unique part of the Corum process called hiatus. Through case studies, we will illustrate how Corum leverages the hiatus program to get higher offers for our clients. Selling your company is the most important transaction of your life; you must do it right or you won't get the value you deserve. Plus, Corum's research team will present our Q1 Tech M&A report, a detailed analysis of all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors. Which sectors saw the highest valuations in Q1 2022? What kinds of companies are acquirers after right now? Will the current pace of M&A continue through Q2? Find out in our next monthly webcast.

Designed to prepare you for due diligence and develop your story, Corum's IPM process consists of five parts: data gathering & interviews, mapping to disruptive trends, presentation coaching, presenting to an elite audience, and development of the executive summary. Hear from Bruce Milne, Corum Group's CEO, about this process that has been developed for over 30 years

Special guests Eugene Ware of GoDaddy (formerly CEO of Vidnami) and Lee Trevena of LeaseEagle join us for Corum's Tech M&A Monthly webcast. How did they ensure that they achieved an optimal outcome through the process? What surprised them? What did they learn? What would they do differently?

Whether just considering the M&A process or actively preparing your company for sale, you want to understand the process from the perspective of those who have been there before. In Part 3 of Corum's Annual Tech M&A Report, hear from an international panel of founders, CEOs and owners who recently sold their tech firms. What surprised them? What did they learn? What would they do differently? How did they ensure that they achieved an optimal outcome through the process? Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn about today's tech M&A process and environment from those who have lived it.

Bolt-ons, platforms, tuck-ins, roll-ups, plus other M&A strategies ensure that financial acquirers are a dominant force in Tech M&A today. With cash to spend, aggressive deal teams and actively acquisitive portfolio companies, all technology company owners and executives must understand the role of Private Equity in today's M&A landscape. Join us for part two of Corum's Annual Tech M&A Report as we look back at 2021 and ahead to the rest of 2022 in the world of Private Equity. A panel of the world's leading firms will weigh in on Corum's 2022 Disruptive Tech Trends. Private Equity discussion with: • Vinay Kashyap, Partner at Mainsail • Jeremy Holland, Managing Partner, Origination at The Riverside Company • Patrick Eble, Vice President at Alpine Investors

Join the largest tech M&A webcast of the year. Corum Group and leading industry advisors will look back at 2021 and ahead to the coming year, providing critical insight and predictions. Agenda: M&A market predictions for 2022 Scorecard from 2021 Top 10 Disruptive Technology Trends that will drive deals in 2022 Deals, trends and valuations across all six technology sectors and 29 subsectors. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

Due diligence is a buyer's detailed investigation into your company before they acquire it. Inadequate due diligence preparation and conduct can destroy value or even force you to live with a sub-optimal outcome after the deal is closed. With so many chances to step on a landmine, you must be well prepared. We've compiled a list of 12 survival tips to help you navigate due diligence and achieve maximum value for your company. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

If you are looking at taking advantage of the strong M&A market, what can you do to ensure that you take the most valuable company possible to market? We'll share what we've seen drive value in actual transactions during our upcoming webcast and how companies like yours can put these best practices to use. In addition, Corum's research team will provide a detailed Q3 Tech M&A report, including key transactions, trends, and valuation metrics across all six technology sectors and 30 subsectors.. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

There are a lot of ways to kill a deal. Without the proper finesse and skill, the process often ends in failure—sometimes leaving you the worse for wear. During our next webcast, Corum's senior dealmakers reveal the top five reasons that Tech M&A deals are failing right now. Plus, we'll discuss the latest deals, trends and valuations in Corum's monthly Tech M&A market update. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

How has COVID changed the M&A process for tech acquirers? Has the M&A process changed permanently? What advice do buyers have for tech CEOs considering selling their company? Join us for a panel discussion with active tech buyers. Guest Panelists: Greg Colella, VP M&A, Fullsteam Scott Irwin, President, Aktion Associates Martin Hjerpe, SVP M&A & Strategy, Epiroc To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

Join us for the fourth installment of our Software Bidding Wars Series—Sellers Who've Sold During the Bidding Wars. In this panel discussion, our guests will share their unique perspectives about what it is like to sell in the current market. What was their M&A Process like? What advice do they have for CEOs currently considering M&A? Guest Panelists: Keith Barr, Leading2Lean Jim Falkanger, Central Consulting Group Richard Staveley, ip.access Pieter Nel, MineRP To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

On our July episode of the Corum Tech M&A webcast, we cover: highlights from our deals, upcoming events, a presentation on Search Funds, and our Tech M&A mid-year report; plus, Corum's CEO Bruce Milne joins us for a special report, Boomer Beware.

On our June episode of the Corum Tech M&A webcast--12 Tips to Negotiate a Maximum Deal--We cover: highlights from our deals, upcoming events, and how to identify tech buyers in 2021; plus, hear from Corum's CEO Bruce Milne on how to negotiate in the current M&A environment.

On our May episode of the Corum Tech M&A webcast--Software Bidding Wars: Are you leaving half of your value on the table?--We cover: the rapid increase of buyer responses; how to respond to pre-emptive bids; what offers look like in the current environment; plus, an interview with two successful CEOs who have recently gone through a SPAC acquisition To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

Michael Bor, co-founder and CEO of Carlotz and Matthew Ehrlichman, CEO, Chairman and founder of Porch discuss their successful experiences with Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs), why they're trendy today, and how to prepare if you're thinking about going the SPAC route. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

On our February Webcast, we hear a special message from Bruce Milne, Corum's CEO, on the SPACs phenomenon. And, in the Tech M&A Report, we take a look at how the markets did in the first quarter of the year. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

On our March Webcast, we take a look at our Research Report to see how the markets are doing across sectors. Plus, our annual Sellers panel with the following guests: Constance Anderson, MemberXP Kevin Kelly, Altvia Jay Fiske, Maestrosoft Domenico Crapanzano, Fing To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

Tech M&A leaders discuss their unique experiences and difficulties as well as how mentorships helped them overcome their challenges to get to a successful exit. Check out other podcast episodes, webcasts, and videos at WFS.com.

On our February Webcast, we hear a special message from Bruce Milne, Corum's CEO, on the dark clouds on the horizon in the market. And, in the Tech M&A Report, we take a look at how the markets are doing alongside a quick analysis of Private Equity activity from 2020. Plus, our annual Private Equity panel with the following guests: Jeremy Holland, The Riverside Company Park Durrett, Accel KKR Patrick Eble, Alpine Investors To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

On our 2021 Annual Report, we're sharing how the markets are doing for all six tech M&A sectors and 29 subsector as well as forecasting the Top 10 Disruptive Tech Trends for months to come--a must-know for all tech CEOs. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

We interviewed tech investors, buyers, and sellers at a recent event. On this Tech M&A Monthly, we share the top five reasons deals are failing right now and advice from the experts on how to avoid the deal killers. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

On this Tech M&A Monthly webcast we have our Q3 global tech M&A market report including key deals, trends, and valuation metrics across all six technology sectors and 30 subsectors as well as our report on "The Top 5 Benefits of Going to Market that You Don't Know About." To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

In this month's Corum Tech M&A Monthly webcast, we're focusing in on the "Merger Experience" – what the steps are in a properly run go to market process and what it feels like! We will cover: Mapping your company to the leading tech trends that will drive your valuation higher Best practices throughout the process How to access and interact with the leading tech buyers today Additionally, our researchers have prepared an in-depth Tech M&A Market Report on the key deals, trends, and valuations in the Horizontal, Infrastructure, and IT Services sectors. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

Corum Group CEO, Bruce Milne goes over how tech deal structures have changed since the pandemic, and how to get an optimal outcome balancing cash, earn-outs, contingencies, etc. Everything tech CEOs should know about today's deal structures. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

What are the some of the top merger myths and misperceptions killing deal before they even start? Corum CEO, Bruce Milne present the most concerning CEOs misperceptions about tech M&A today. Also, Corum's mid-year global tech M&A market report covering all six sectors and 30 subsectors. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

In this re-cut from a recent Tech M&A Monthly, we talk about how several of those who've listened to our previously alarms benefited by going through the M&A process. Four clients even have offers already--all through a virtual process. And, if you're a CEO having a hard time getting your team on board the process, we share how to clear up the M&A misconceptions. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

We sounded the alarms and many listened. Four clients already have offers. In this webcast we discuss how they got there—all virtually. And, if you're a CEO having a hard time getting your team on board, we'll show you how to clear up the M&A misconceptions. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center

Corum Group Executive Director of Client Services, Joel Espelien goes over what tech valuations consist of and why they matter during the pandemic to help you better understand the value of your tech company. The presentation will cover: Valuation methodologies used for tech companies Understanding the buyer's business case Challenges in valuing tech companies Who is buying right now? Tech M&A outlook To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center