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The Human Side of Mergers
July 25, 2024
The Human Side of Mergers: Managing Employee Morale and Retention Mergers and acquisitions are often viewed from a financial perspective, focusing on valuations, synergies, and shareholder returns. However, the human factor is crucial for the ...
What are the Traits of a Qualified Buyer
February 1, 2024
In the ever-evolving realm of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), identifying a qualified buyer is crucial for a successful transaction. A qualified buyer possesses specific traits and characteristics that go beyond financial capability. Let’s examine the ...
Navigating the Acquisition Process: A Comprehensive Timeline
December 2, 2023
In the dynamic world of business, acquisitions play a crucial role in expanding market reach, enhancing capabilities, and achieving strategic goals. While the allure of a successful acquisition is undeniable, the process itself is often ...
The Ultimate Guide to the Business Sale Process
October 4, 2023
Selling your business in Kansas or Missouri can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right process and expert team in place, you can confidently navigate the sale from start ...
Examining the M&A Landscape
August 9, 2023
O’Keeffe & O’Malley Managing Partner, JB Mason, recently sat down with Ingram’s Magazine to discuss our view on the current M&A landscape. JB discusses deal flow trends, interest rates, valuations, and the importance of exit ...
Negotiating the M&A Transaction
February 1, 2023
Negotiating the M&A Transaction – The process of negotiating the sale or acquisition of a private company may sound like a simple process, but it can be very complicated. There are numerous parties involved at ...
Business Risk Considerations
August 18, 2022
For most business owners, the decision to sell is based on a retirement age or hitting a specific financial goal. With some owners, the decision is made because of burnout or one’s health. One should ...
UMB to Acquire HSA Business from Old National Bank
June 27, 2022
UMB Bank, n.a., a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corporation announced the execution of a definitive agreement to acquire the health savings account (HSA) business of Old National Bank, a wholly owned subsidiary of Old National Bancorp.The ...
JMW & Associates Merges with RubinBrown
May 3, 2022
Kansas City based JMW & Associates, LLC. will join forces with RubinBrown LLP. JMW & Associates has been serving clients for over 15 years. The company specializes in working with high-net-worth individuals and families, and ...
Platinum Realty Merge with United Real Estate Group
April 26, 2022
United® Real Estate Group announced it has merged with a Midwest powerhouse, Platinum Realty, bringing its agent count to nearly 20,000 nationwide. The alliance with Platinum Realty and over 2,100 agents across the Midwest greatly expands ...