Webinar: The Independent Sponsor Roundtable: Deal Flow, Market Themes, and What's Working in 2026

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VIRTUAL webinar

Webinar: The Independent Sponsor Roundtable: Deal Flow, Market Themes, and What's Working in 2026

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Join us for a live webinar and interactive roundtable discussion focused on the independent sponsor market in 2026. Jul 30, redacted:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register to attend and receive helpful resources, tools, and templates for independent sponsors and acquisition entrepreneurs. redacted Bring your questions, share your experiences, and connect with others actively pursuing acquisitions in 2026. Discussion Topics Current deal flow trends and quality of opportunities Industries attracting the most interest Valuation expectations and seller behavior What's working (and not working) in outreach and sourcing Capital markets and investor sentiment Challenges sponsors are facing in diligence and closing Creative deal structures and financing approaches This Webinar Series is a part of the 2026 Business Acquisition Webinar Series. Hosted by Patrick of O'Connell LinkedIn: redacted About O'Connell Advisory Group: redacted

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