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The Second Annual West Coast M&A and Private Equity Forum

28 September 2023

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Foley is proudly sponsoring the upcoming West Coast M&A and Private Equity Forum this September taking place at the Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley in East Palo Alto. This event offers guidance on key trends and developments impacting the dynamic U.S. middle market. See some familiar faces as Partner Louis Lehot will speak during the Market Moves of Private Equity panel, and Partner Natasha Allen will speak during the post-merger integration panel. Mark your calendars for a day of insights and networking.

We hope to see you there! Learn more and RSVP here.

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Louis Lehot
Natasha Allen

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Corporate
Private Equity
Mergers & Acquisitions

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Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley
East Palo Alto, CA

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Louis Lehot

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Silicon Valley 650.251.1222

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Natasha Allen

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San Francisco 415.438.6468

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