Episode 79: Inside the Deal with Poya Farighi
The Tech M&A Podcast
In this episode of the Tech M&A podcast, Poya Farighi shares his journey of building and exiting his cloud-based HR reference checking platform, Vitay. He discusses the challenges faced during the sale process, the importance of maintaining business operations, and the emotional transition after the exit. Poya emphasizes the need for preparation, the value of keeping an open mind for future opportunities, and the significance of celebrating milestones in the entrepreneurial journey. takeaways Vitay is an automated reference checking platform that simplifies candidate screening....
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Episode 78: May Tech M&A Monthly Report
The Tech M&A Podcast
Confused between raising capital or selling your company? Discover how recapitalization offers a powerful growth option—allowing you to raise funds, gain liquidity, and bring on a strategic partner without giving up control. In this video, we break down how recapitalization works, why it’s increasingly popular with private equity firms, and how it can drive growth, solve internal challenges, and position your company for a second, more lucrative exit. Featuring real-world case studies, we show how founders successfully leveraged recap deals to scale their business, cash out partially,...
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Episode 77: Inside the Deal with Scott Petersen
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In this episode of the Tech M&A Podcast, Scott Petersen shares his journey of selling his all-in-one hiring solution software, HireClick. He discusses the motivations behind the sale, the importance of being prepared, and the lessons learned throughout the process. Scott reflects on life after the sale, the excitement of new opportunities, and offers valuable advice for CEOs considering selling their companies. takeaways HireClick was sold in August 2024 after starting in 2017. Inbound interest from potential buyers prompted the decision to sell. Scott felt they waited too long to...
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Episode 76: April Tech M&A Monthly Report
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Not every M&A deal follows a straight path—sometimes, stepping back can be the key to securing the best outcome. Corum’s Hiatus Program empowers tech entrepreneurs to refine their businesses, address buyer concerns, and return to market stronger than ever. With nearly one-third of Corum’s clients utilizing the program, the results speak for themselves—companies see an average 40% increase in offer values post-hiatus. In this month's webcast we'll share two success stories where businesses leveraged this strategic pause to drive substantial growth, re-entering the market to secure...
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Episode 75: Inside the Deal with Richard Addotta
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In this episode of the Tech M&A Podcast, Richard Addotta, co-founder and CEO of WRM, shares his journey from working in utilities to founding a software development company focused on storm response solutions. He discusses the motivations behind selling his company, the changes in his life post-sale, and offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Richard emphasizes the importance of timing, expert guidance, and the personal fulfillment he now experiences as he transitions into a new chapter of life, focusing on family and personal growth. Takeaways WRM focuses on...
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Episode 74: The March Tech M&A Monthly Report
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CEOs that sold in 2024—What advice do they have for founders and CEOs? Whether you’ve had an exit plan in mind from the start or you’re fielding unsolicited offers from potential acquirers, the more information you have about the M&A process, the better. This month, hear from CEOs and founders who sold their tech companies in 2024. We’re excited to host Richard Addotta (WRM), John Dickey and Steve Wargalla (QSTRAT) and Scott Petersen (HIRECLICK) on our annual Sellers Panel webcast. What surprised them about the M&A process? Advice for other CEOs looking at exiting...
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Episode 73: Inside the Deal with Andreas Ulrich
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In this episode of the Tech M&A Podcast, Corum speaks with Andreas Ulrich, the founder of PlanFocus, a cash optimization software company. Andreas shares his journey from the inception of PlanFocus to its successful sale in 2022. He discusses the challenges and surprises of the M&A process, the importance of thorough documentation, and the lessons learned along the way. Andreas also reflects on his new role post-acquisition and offers advice for other CEOs considering M&A. Takeaways Andreas Ulrich founded PlanFocus in 2004 with a focus on cash planning. The M&A process...
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Episode 72: The February Tech M&A Monthly Report
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Financial acquirers are a dominant force in Tech M&A today. With cash to spend, aggressive deal teams and actively acquisitive portfolio companies, all technology company owners and executives must understand the role of Private Equity in today's M&A landscape. Our research team has prepared a special report on Private Equity M&A activity in 2024 and a look at the deals in the first month of 2025. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Corum's Tech M&A Monthly is a regular...
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Episode 71: Inside the Deal with Luc Pettett
The Tech M&A Podcast
In this episode, Luc Pettett shares his journey from being a software engineer to founding and exiting multiple businesses, including Punters and Telescope. He discusses the importance of taking time to reflect post-exit, the challenges of navigating life after a successful sale, and the mindset shift that occurs when starting a new venture. Luc emphasizes the role of AI in finance and the significance of timing when considering an exit from a business. Takeaways Luc Pettett founded Punters and sold it to NewsCorp Australia. Post-exit, he took time off to travel and reflect. He...
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Episode 70: Inside the Deal with Jim Falkanger
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In this episode of the Tech M&A Podcast, Jim Falkanger shares his journey through five successful company exits and his transition into retirement. He discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with stepping away from a CEO role, the importance of finding new passions, and how he plans to stay engaged with technology and mentoring in his new phase of life. Takeaways Jim Falkanger has successfully exited five companies. Retirement offers a chance to focus on personal interests. Transitioning from CEO to retirement can be challenging. Staying active and engaged is crucial...
info_outlineThe Tech M&A Podcast presents insights into the 2025 market, highlighting key trends and research findings. The conversation covers the CEO's perspective on market dynamics, the top disruptive technology trends shaping the industry, and a comprehensive annual report on tech M&A activities across various sectors. This conversation delves into the latest trends and activities in mergers and acquisitions across various sectors, including financial technology, education technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and cybersecurity. It highlights significant deals, valuation trends, and the impact of emerging technologies like generative AI on the market. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of data utilization and the evolving landscape of blue collar software, alongside strategic considerations for M&A targets in 2025.
- Tech M&A is expected to set records in 2025, especially for privately held companies.
- The youngest baby boomers reaching 60 will drive more tech company sales.
- Education on Tech M&A is crucial for success in the market.
- Gen-AI enablement is the top disruptive trend for 2025.
- People-centric productivity tools are in high demand due to workforce changes.
- Actionable analytics technology is essential for better decision-making.
- Value chain intelligence is critical for maintaining data integrity across processes.
- Embedded cash flow opportunities are expanding in the tech sector.
- Focused managed services are increasingly attractive to buyers.
- The health tech continuum trend emphasizes the need for unified patient data management. M&A activity in financial technology is on the rise with significant acquisitions.
- The EdTech sector is seeing increased investment and consolidation.
- Healthcare technology is becoming a focal point for M&A as companies seek to enhance their offerings.
- Manufacturing and not-for-profit sectors are experiencing notable acquisitions.
- The internet sector is witnessing a surge in revenue valuations and EBITDA multiples.
- Infrastructure sector valuations are rising, indicating strong market interest.
- Cybersecurity acquisitions are critical as companies bolster their defenses against threats.
- Gaming and cloud services are emerging as key areas for investment and growth.
- Generative AI is a pivotal trend that companies must navigate in 2025.
- Blue collar software presents unique opportunities for technological advancement and workforce training.