Pittsburgh Deal Activity: Best of times, worst of times
The domestic M&A market is in a state of great disparity. Valuations from buyers receded to pre-pandemic levels while sellers continue to expect the lofty valuations seen in the latter portion of 2020 and throughout 2021. On one hand, buyers, who are sitting on near-record amounts of deployable dry powder, have demonstrated a willingness […]
The pros and cons of four core entrepreneurial traits
These characteristics can be instrumental in driving success and innovation, but these traits can also hinder progress and growth if not managed effectively.
When I-Corps post-docs come calling, make it your policy to answer
Because of the benefits of tapping into new technology and innovations, many institutions have created front doors to make it easy for those seeking interviews to connect with the right person.
Money doesn’t come with an instruction manual
Unfortunately, there is no instruction manual that comes with the money that is handed down to the subsequent-generation leader.
Columbus Deal Activity: The Role of the Rollover
The Central Ohio M&A market fared better than the broader domestic market in February 2023, as the area’s deal volume was level with February 2022.
2023 Smart Culture Awards
The 2023 Smart Culture Awards honor local organizations that have demonstrated cutting-edge practices in cultivating and sustaining their culture. See who we recognized this year.
Dream big: Don’t let the present obstruct your view of the future
Failure is better than wondering what might have been if you had the courage to take a chance at a greater good.
Sometimes trying to be first can lead to coming in last
Not squandering resources enables a company to live and fight another day, waiting for the opportunities to come to them.
Northeast Ohio Deal Activity: The role of the rollover
The Northeast Ohio M&A market realized a decline in deal volume in February 2023
Converting a seller’s weakness into a strength
These examples illustrate how three businesses’ weaknesses — customer concentration — were actually strengths to the right strategic buyers.