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
Equiteq, the leading global investment bank for the knowledge economy, is pleased to have won the following awards:
1.BOUTIQUE INVESTMENT BANKING FIRM OF THE YEAR
This is the second time in five years that Equiteq has won this prestigious award.
2.M&A DEAL OF THE YEAR (Over $50MM To $100MM)
Equiteq advised Kartesia as part of the acquisition of Global Sales Training Inc (Richardson) by Sales Performance International. Parties involved were as follows: Capstone Headwaters, Alvarez & Marsal, Armstrong Teasdale, Clifford Chance, Kartesia & Sales Performance International
3.PRIVATE EQUITY DEAL OF THE YEAR ($10MM To $50MM)
Mobeus Equity Partners investment in Access Partnership.
Equiteq, Mobeus Equity Partners & Access Partnership
CEO Equiteq David Jorgenson said: “We are very proud to have been recognized again by the M&A industry. At our core, we aim to deliver the smartest deal and go above and beyond for our clients. To win not one but three awards is a tremendous achievement made possible by our excellent global team and the insights they deliver to clients every day.”
Roger Aguinaldo, Founder of The M&A Advisor said: “The M&A Advisor prides itself on recognizing outstanding transactions, firms and dealmakers of the global M&A industry. The Covid-19 pandemic introduced new challenges for international deal-making. These professionals and firms have been rising above it all and making notable contributions to the M&A industry, businesses, and communities. Truly, these honourees represent the standouts in global deal-making.”