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-cente...
Feb 12, 2021•35 min
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
Jan 15, 2021•1 hr 14 min
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
Nov 13, 2020•27 min
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
Oct 16, 2020•31 min
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...
Sep 10, 2020•31 min
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
Aug 12, 2020•24 min
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
Jul 15, 2020•40 min
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
Jul 01, 2020•17 min
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
Jun 12, 2020•30 min
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...
May 21, 2020•34 min
Corum's Research Team highlights what's happening in the tech M&A market in the midst of the pandemic. The report covers all six major sectors: Horizontal Vertical Infrastructure Consumer Internet; and IT Services To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center
May 21, 2020•22 min
Corum Group Executive Vice President, Daniel Bernstein shares why getting the right advice from the right advisers is critical in an economic downturn. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center”
Apr 13, 2020•5 min
Corum Group Executive Vice President of Research & Technology, Elon Gasper talks about the shifts that's happened in the tech M&A buyers space. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center”
Apr 09, 2020•8 min
Corum Group Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategies, Timothy Goddard gets the buyers' take on investments during the current crisis. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center
Apr 09, 2020•11 min
Corum Group Chairman, Jon Scott explains why and how to go through the M&A process virtually. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center
Apr 09, 2020•9 min
Corum Group CEO, Bruce Milne goes over how the recession today differs from previous economic downturns and what questions all tech companies should be asking themselves. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center
Apr 09, 2020•13 min
Corum's Tech M&A Monthly - April 2020 Quarterly Are you worried about your company's future? You should be. We will cover: -Six questions every owner must answer now -What happens to valuations in a recession? -Five actions to preserve your value -Virtual merger in seven steps -Buyer Insight: Who’s buying today? To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center”
Apr 09, 2020•39 min
Executive Vice President of Coru m Group, Daniel Bernstein, goes over wh at’s happening in the tech M&A space in the midst of the crisis and w hy going to market now is essential for many companies . Clock Is Ticking Slide Deck Password: Clock To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center...
Apr 02, 2020•14 min
Corum Group CEO, Bruce Milne goes over 10 tips on how to lead during crisis. To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center
Mar 30, 2020•11 min
It remains the strongest market ever for sellers of technology companies. Valuations are high, disruptive technologies are creating new opportunities daily, and there are more buyers than ever. But at the same time, the process is tougher than ever, and those high valuations and additional buyers means it takes more effort to do it right. So what's it like to make a deal happen? How do you make sure you're getting optimal value? How do you start conversations with the right global buyers? How do...
Mar 13, 2020•38 min
If you're the owner or CEO of a software company, chances are good you've received more than a few calls from Private Equity firms. Before you return those calls, though, be sure you understand the game board, the players--and the strategies they're using. Guest Panelists: Jeremy Holland, The Riverside Company Jenna Sleefe, K1 Investment Management Tomer Yosef-Or, Abry Partners To see this in its full webcast form, visit corumgroup.com/resource-center....
Feb 13, 2020•31 min
As you build out your strategic plans for the New Year, join the largest tech M&A event of the year, as Corum Group looks back at last year, and ahead to the year to come. Agenda: M&A market predictions for 2020 Top 10 Disruptive Technology Trends driving deals in 2020 Deals, trends and valuations covering 29 market sectors Plus our luminary panel featuring Salesforce, IBM, and Singularity University. Don’t miss the premier event of the year for software company owners and CEOs....
Jan 16, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Negotiating the sale, merger or recapitalization of a software company is one of the most difficult tasks you can undertake, with seller and buyer in complete opposition on every point, from price to structure to risk and more. Not only that, but after the negotiation, the buyer and seller have to work together! How do you ensure that you get an optimal outcome, the best price, and structure, while still maintaining that vital relationship? Join us on December 12th to hear from Corum's global te...
Dec 13, 2019•27 min
The process of presenting to potential acquirers of your company is riddled with landmines that can lead to deal disasters. As a business leader, you may have made investor and customer presentations, but a presentation to a potential acquisition partner is entirely different. You and your advisor have worked hard to craft your message and attract potential buyers. The journey is not over, and this is one of the hardest parts. It needs to be done right for a successful outcome. To see this in it...
Nov 18, 2019•27 min
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 value in the hands of an acquirer. Succeed, and you are on the way to an Optimal Outcome. Fail, and your deal may be over before it even gets started. Do you know how to do it best? Join us Thursday, August 8 as we explore “10 Golden Rules to Writing an M&A Executive Summary”. These are proven methods that CEOs and founders globally have used in their journey achi...
Nov 08, 2019•26 min
What does today’s combination of high valuations, strong public markets, disruptive technology and active buyers mean for the value of your software company? What does the Tech M&A landscape look like as we head into the second half of 2019? How should technology company owners, investors and executives be thinking about M&A? Join us July 11 for the Tech M&A Monthly Midyear Update, a detailed analysis of the key deals, trends and valuation metrics across all six technology sectors and 30 subsect...
Nov 08, 2019•32 min
There are a record number of deals and buyers in the tech M&A market. This is the time to go to market—or go back to market, perhaps. But how do you stand out to get the attention of potential acquirers? Buyers will tell you that “you have one breath” to get their attention—learn to do it effectively from the experts. It all comes down to four key steps: preparation, research, messaging and contact. On June 13, join us for Tech M&A Monthly, as a follow up to last month’s special report on “The N...
Nov 08, 2019•32 min
The world of buyers for technology companies is very different than it was just a few years ago. The rise of the “bolt-on” strategy among Private Equity firms, a new generation of international buyers, disruptive change creating new tech giants and destabilizing old ones – today, your ultimate buyer may be someone you've never heard of, in a country you've never visited. In the May edition of the Tech M&A Monthly webcast, Corum Group examines the new classes of buyers that you need to be aware o...
Nov 08, 2019•30 min
May 01, 2019•33 min
Apr 24, 2019•1 hr 2 min