Is your M&A transaction at risk because your legal team isn’t truly business-minded? What if the right law firm could not only protect your deal—but actively make it better?

In this episode, Chad Gottlieb, Partner at Darrow Everett, joins Patrick Stroth to share how a business-first approach to law is transforming M&A outcomes for founders, private equity firms, and independent sponsors in the lower middle market.
You’ll discover…

• Why being “proactive, not reactive” is the most important principle any M&A attorney can live by
• How Darrow Everett grew from fewer than 20 attorneys to nearly 70—fueled by responsiveness and white-glove service
• The waterfall mechanics mistake that nearly derailed a deal—and how Chad’s team caught it in time
• Why lower middle market sellers are often blindsided by post-closing indemnity obligations—and what to do about it
• How Seller Protect (the new rep and warranty product from Lloyd’s of London) is finally making M&A insurance accessible for deals under $30 million
• What AI, secondary transactions, and pre-IPO activity mean for the M&A landscape heading into 2026

Is your business missing out on millions by overlooking supply chain efficiency? What if unlocking massive value in M&A deals was easier than you think?

In this episode, Mert Erkan, Vice President of Efficio Consulting, joins Patrick Stroth to reveal how procurement and supply chain transformations drive game-changing results for both private equity and strategic acquirers on a global scale.

You’ll discover…

• The surprising percentage of EBITDA growth hiding in procurement synergies
• How “clean room” analysis can set post-merger integration up for instant success
• Why even high-tech companies are underinvesting in their supply chain teams—and what to do about it
• The Formula 1 approach to leveraging AI and digital tools in procurement
• What resilience and agility really mean for modern supply chain networks—and why it matters more than ever

Navigating the emotional twists and turns of selling a family-owned business isn’t just about the highest offer—sometimes, it’s about finding the right partner to carry on your legacy. What does it really take to achieve a clean, meaningful exit?

In this episode, Warren Feder, Partner at CMA Group, joins Patrick Stroth to reveal how investment bankers guide owners and founders through complex transitions, ensuring both financial success and continuity for generations to come.

You’ll discover…

• The surprising reason one family business owner chose the lowest offer in a multi-bid sale
• How “complexity is our specialty” comes to life in deals with challenging family dynamics
• The evolving landscape of M&A for baby boomers—and why gray hair matters
• The crucial role of rep and warranty insurance in accelerating successful exits
• What’s really driving optimism for M&A in 2026, and how private equity is responding