M&A Workshop: “Winning at Deals” Presented by DIFC Academy and IMAA

September 27, 2023, promises an enlightening experience for those keen on enhancing their M&A strategies. The DIFC Academy, collaborating with the prestigious Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions & Alliances (IMAA), is hosting an essential workshop titled “Winning at Deals: How to create sustainable value through Mergers & Acquisitions.”

🔹 What’s in store?

This dual-mode workshop – catering to both in-person and online attendees – offers a comprehensive guide to mastering M&A programs and transactions. Key takeaways will include:

• Formulating strategies to identify optimal acquisition targets.
• Risk management techniques for deal structures.
• A deep dive into current M&A trends and valuations.
• Mastering the challenges of post-merger integration.

🔸 About the Speaker:

Introducing Dr. Christopher Kummer – an amalgamation of academia and industry experience:

• Position: Founder & President of IMAA.
• Academic Roles:
  • Professor of Finance at IUBH.
  • Lecturer at University HAG St. Gall.
  • Affiliate Faculty at Institute for Strategy & Competitiveness, Harvard Business School.
• Industry Credentials:
  • Adviser in M&A and integration.
  • Rich experience from PwC, spanning roles from Corporate Finance to Head of HR Transaction Services.
• Noteworthy Engagements:
  • Research Partner at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (2012 – present) with a mission to foster competition and consumer protection laws for enhanced development.
  • Held the title of Professor of Finance at Hult International Business School from May 2012 to December 2019.

🔹 Don’t Miss Out!

This workshop promises a blend of theoretical understanding and real-world insights, making it a not-to-be-missed event for those in the M&A realm.

REGISTER NOW and solidify your position in the ever-evolving world of Mergers & Acquisitions.