Next year is shaping up to be a very strong year for M&A activity in the Knowledge Economy. In order to assist your preparation for 2021, take a look at our M&A Preview, in which we discuss the following eight key trends:
- The adoption of digital is accelerating
- Emerging technologies are being commercialised rapidly
- There is a convergence across the sector and delivery models are blending
- Private equity participation in the knowledge economy is increasing
- Next-generation technology platforms are emerging
- Vertical software solutions are playing an increasing role
- Buyers are returning to nearshore locations for access to new skills
- Shareholders are aligning expectations and addressing structural risks
June 2017 Equiteq, the consulting sector M&A specialist, is delighted to have won the Boutique Investment Banking Firm of the Year award at the 9th Annual International M&A Advisor Awards held on 12th June. The M&A Advisor Annual International M&A Awards has been recognizing the leading dealmakers, firms and transactions since 2008. Annually celebrating the creativity, perseverance and ingenuity of the M&A industry’s professionals who work on cross-border M&A. This recognition from The M&A Advisor comes hot on the heels of the 15th Annual American Business Awards, where Equiteq was awarded Bronze winner for Company of the Year – Banking & Financial Services – Small. Paula Allerton, Equiteq’s Marketing Director said: “We’re thrilled that our expertise, innovation, client service and investment in the global consulting M&A market has been recognized by both the American Business Awards and The M&A Advisor International M&A Awards. To be recognized in this way twice in one month is exciting for our international team and something we are very proud of.” The award ceremony was held in conjunction with the 2017 International Financial Forum which attracted over 400 delegates from within the global industry. Equiteq's CEO, David Jorgenson, was a conference speaker at the Forum. To see all of our deals, please click here. ©Equiteq 2017