Dealmaking realities differ sector by sector, but uncertainty is the common thread

Several Columbus-area dealmakers offered their take on the current M&A market, sharing their perspective on how buyers, sellers, entrepreneurs and investors are fairing. Here’s what they have to say.
2025 Columbus Smart 50: Celebrating leadership and impact in Central Ohio

The Smart 50 awards recognize the leadership of Central Ohio’s top companies. Check out this year’s honorees!
2025 Pillar Award for Community Service – Columbus

The Columbus 2025 Pillar Award for Community Service honorees have been chosen. See who we’re recognizing this year.
Activity tightens as the deal world’s eyes watch D.C.

Several area dealmakers talked to Smart Business about how they see the current M&A market. Here’s what they have to say.
2024 Columbus Smart 50 honorees share drive to make a difference

The Smart 50 awards recognize the leadership of Central Ohio’s top companies. Check out this year’s honorees!
2024 Pillar Award for Community Service – Central Ohio

The Central Ohio 2024 Pillar Award for Community Service honorees have been chosen. See who we’re recognizing this year.
Deal math is changing. With capital constrained, how will M&A strategies evolve?

Several area dealmakers talked to Smart Business about how they see the current M&A market. Here’s what they have to say.
2023 Columbus Smart 50 Awards recognize region’s top leadership

The Smart 50 awards recognize the leadership of Central Ohio’s top companies. Check out this year’s honorees!
2023 Pillar Award for Community Service – Central Ohio

The Central Ohio 2023 Pillar Award for Community Service honorees have been chosen. See who we’re recognizing this year!
Dealmaking shows continued strength. But how long can it last?

Dealmakers see continued strength in the M&A market overall but economic headwinds have become a drag on the previous year’s momentum.