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VIRTUAL: Protecting Company Culture Through the Stages of M&A

  • 05/18/2022
  • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  • Virtual Zoom Webinar

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  • Selection of this registration type means that you will only be able to attend this program virtually. ACG will be live-streaming this event. A recording of this event will not be available. If you wish to attend this event in-person, please go back to the main event details page and select that option.
  • Selection of this registration type means that you will only be able to attend this program virtually. ACG will be live-streaming this event. A recording of this event will not be available. If you wish to attend this event in-person, please go back to the main event details page and select that option.
  • A code is needed for this registration if you are a member of another ACG chapter. Please contact ACG Western Michigan at admin@acgwmich.org for a registration code or for help with registration.

    Selection of this registration type means that you will only be able to attend this program virtually. ACG will be live-streaming this event. A recording of this event will not be available.

    If you wish to attend this event in-person, please go back to the main event details page and select that option.
  • A code is needed for this registration. Please contact ACG Western Michigan at admin@acgwmich.org for a registration code or for help with registration.

    Selection of this registration type means that you will only be able to attend this program virtually. ACG will be live-streaming this event. A recording of this event will not be available.

    If you wish to attend this event in-person, please go back to the main event details page and select that option.
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Mergers and acquisitions are becoming more common strategic growth strategies for companies looking to expand, gain a competitive edge, or acquire new technologies and skill sets. An often forgotten part of due diligence  in the M&A process is the question of company culture, which often makes the difference between success and failure.

How do companies protect their culture during and after an acquisition? Our panel of experts will explore this important and essential issue as they share their experience behind the union of company cultures during a merger or acquisition.

Ray Duimstra of Crystal Flash, Christine Case of Case for Change, and Todd Custer of Custer, Inc. will each share their unique experiences about maintaining and protecting company culture when managing a merger and/or acquisition. Moderated by Sherri Amstutz of Accelerated Knowledge.

Key Takeaways:
  • How can you better understand the cultures of both companies before the acquisition?
  • What criteria can you use to ensure cultural alignment?
  • How can you be intentional about finding a company that matches with your culture?
  • How can you alleviate the fears of the employees at the company being acquired?
  • What can you do to encourage transparency between companies and repair misalignment?
  • Why is it important to create a formal plan to address culture as part of the acquisition strategy?
Agenda Timeline
  • 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: Networking (in-person program only)
  • 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM: Breakfast & Program Presentation
PLEASE NOTE BEFORE REGISTERING:
At this time we are able to accommodate both in-person and virtual options to attend this event. The virtual option will will be live-streamed. No recording will be available.

Hybrid logistics are challenging. We kindly ask that when you choose how to attend, you do not make additional changes after your registration is complete.


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