M&A goes to Splitsville: Business development and deal execution are becoming two separate roles
We’re seeing more clients hire leaders whose primary job is to build a deal pipeline, create trust with owners and get them to the table.
Diane DeRosa-Fedor
Diane DeRosa-Fedor
How to retain healthcare corporate development leaders during M&A slowdowns
Healthcare corporate development leaders are less inclined to stay in their current roles if deal flow slows down or pauses.
Key takeaways from our 2026 Corporate Development Compensation Report
Organizations that thoughtfully structure corporate development compensation will be best positioned to attract and retain top-tier talent.
The impact of renewed deal optimism on corporate development hiring
Private equity firms anticipate rising transaction volume, and hiring leaders are reassessing how their M&A functions are structured.
Why buy AI? Three reasons to acquire an AI business in 2025
For tech organizations ready to compete at the highest level, adding AI to your portfolio is a critical step in staying resilient and agile.
Hiring picks up as tech M&A deals signal rebound
In October, 30% of the private equity acquisitions we saw involved tech, media and telecom (TMT) companies, which we believe signals a potential rebound for TMT transactions.