M&A: Choosing a Compatible Partner

Mergers and acquisitions are sweeping through the cannabis industry, as companies position themselves to be more competitive, acquire fresh talent or enter a new line of business. But any M&A deal must be executed carefully. Companies that choose the right partner can be married happily for life. But a poor choice could end in a messy, costly divorce. Hear from a cannabis industry CEO who’s orchestrated several M&A deals in the past two years.

You’ll get insights on:

  • The critical issues to consider when approaching an M&A transaction.
  • The differences between deals involving public versus private companies.
  • The strategic, financial and operational factors that can determine whether a target company will be a good match.
  • The key issues and questions that must be hashed out beforehand with a merger partner.
  • Exit strategies that are a path to liquidity.