A Boardroom Perspective on M&A

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a critical building block of any leading company’s growth strategy. This Masterclass is an exclusive one-day program for board members to gain a solid understanding of the decisions that shape successful M&A strategies and build greater confidence in overseeing M&A transactions.

Drawing on candid perspectives from experienced practitioners, participants will examine the strategic choice to buy, build, or borrow, and explore the realities of executing complex M&A transactions. Leading experts will offer board-level insights into the legal process, due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring.

The Masterclass will equip participants with the perspectives and practical frameworks needed to challenge assumptions, ask the right questions, and exercise effective oversight throughout the M&A lifecycle.

For whom?

This program is designed exclusively for board members and senior executives with responsibility for, or a professional interest in, corporate M&A transactions. It is particularly relevant for those who oversee acquisition strategies, challenge management on deal valuation and risk, or govern post-merger value creation.

09:00	Introduction by GUBERNA Session 1: Role of the board in M&A
09:30	Session 2: The strategic perspective: Buy, build or borrow
10:30	Coffee break
10:45	Session 3: The M&A process – A legal perspective
11:45	Session 4: Shaping the deal: due diligence, tax, audit, talent, and risk
13:00	Lunch
14:00	Session 5: Deal structure, valuation and negotiation
15:15	Coffee break
15:30	Session 6: Successful execution: Mastering post-merger integration
16:45	Summary & key takeaways by GUBERNA