Sell-Side Advisor Perspectives on Search Funds and Independent Sponsors

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by an investor from McGill University
in Toronto, ON, Canada

1h ago

Sell-Side Advisor Perspectives on Search Funds and Independent Sponsors

In this episode of Stikeman Elliott’s Perspectives podcast, I’m joined by Christian Davis of CIBC, Ryan Farkas of BDO Canada, and Ray Gingras of Coldwater Corporate Finance for a discussion on Sell-Side Advisor perspectives on selling businesses to search funds and independent sponsors. Drawing on their experience advising sellers, they share practical insights into how these buyers are perceived in sell-side processes, considerations on how best to present themselves for success, and strategies and tips for these buyers to help them win deals. Listen and subscribe on SoundCloud, Spotify & Apple Podcasts, or watch the recorded webinar: redacted redacted

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