The NDI Web Conference M&A in the Boardroom focused on the role of the board of directors in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, focusing on communication between management and the board, the board’s role in evaluation of a transaction, effective strategies for integration of an acquired company, and the keys to being a successful buyer or seller. The panel also highlighted current M&A trends.
The panel was moderated by Foley Partner Edwin D. Mason. Panelists included Justin Friesen, Managing Director, M&A of UBS; Andrew W. Isgrig, Principal of Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC; and Heidi Steiger, Managing Partner, Topridge Associates, LLC.
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