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A Practical Guide to Tech M&A Valuation

26 February, 2020

The theoretical metrics of company valuations are well known: compare similar public companies, review precedent M&A transactions and throw in a discounted cash flow (DCF) model for good measure. Then how does this theoretical valuation model account for Facebook's acquisition of WhatsApp in 2014 for $19 billion when WhatsApp had $20 million in revenue, a 950x revenue multiple? Why is Airbnb worth $31 billion, which is more than Hilton at $27 billion. Why is Uber worth $72 billion, which is more than GM at $58 billion?

IP Monetization 101: Unlocking a New Pocket of Hidden Value

1 October, 2019

Less than 10% of sellers engage in patent transactions prior to the company being sold. Meaning at least 90% of transactions have non-core IP and tech that is not monetized, thus effectively gifting it to the buyer.

5 Actionable M&A Insights From Sharevault’s CEO

03 September, 2019

In August of 2019, ShareVault founder and CEO Richard Andersen participated in a web panel hosted by Expert Webcast to share his entrepreneurial expertise in concert with corporate counsel, due diligence and investment banking professionals from Blank Rome, FTI Consulting and DelMorgan & Co.

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part V

29 August, 2019

Every negotiation is unique, and the tactics outlined here will not apply to every business situation. But these best practices make for a good foundation.

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part IV

26 June, 2019

Every negotiation is unique, and the tactics outlined here will not apply to every business situation. But these best practices make for a good foundation.

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part III

29 May, 2019

Every negotiation is unique, and the tactics outlined here will not apply to every business situation. But these best practices make for a good foundation.

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics For Becoming A Better Negotiator — Part II

14 May, 2019

Let's Make a Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator – Part II READ PART I Many people think talented negotiators were born with innate skills. And although there is an element of truth to...

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part I

14 May, 2019

Every negotiation is unique, and the tactics outlined here will not apply to every business situation. But these best practices make for a good foundation.

The Packaging Industry — 4 Trends Driving M&A Activity

25 March, 2019

The healthy valuations achieved by sellers have been supported by lenders’ willingness to finance packaging acquisitions, with leverage multiples today sometimes surpassing 7.0x total debt / EBITDA.

Best Practices for M&A Due Diligence: Avoiding Nightmares & Optimizing Value

27 February, 2019

The one-hour session explores many of the nightmares often experienced during due diligence and how to avoid them.

The Vault Series

M&A and Dealmaking

A Practical Guide to Tech M&A Valuation

IP Monetization 101: Unlocking a New Pocket of Hidden Value

5 Actionable M&A Insights From Sharevault’s CEO

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part V

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part IV

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part III

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics For Becoming A Better Negotiator — Part II

Let's Make A Deal! 5 Tactics for Becoming a Better Negotiator — Part I

The Packaging Industry — 4 Trends Driving M&A Activity

Best Practices for M&A Due Diligence: Avoiding Nightmares & Optimizing Value

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