What really drives deal success in today’s competitive M&A market?

Welcome back to this fireside chat from the Deal Forum at the 2024 Future of Dealmaking Summit, held on November 24–25 in New York City.

This insightful conversation between Cory Strickland, Senior Managing Director M&A at Generational Equity, and Rajesh Sharma, Director of Corporate Development at ITOCHU Corp., on the topic- “Dealmaking: Staying on Advisor’s Radar, Dealflow, Roll-Up Strategies and Beyond” has been repurposed into a podcast episode.

The perspectives from their conversation remain especially relevant in 2025, offering timely and lasting guidance for forward-looking professionals navigating M&A strategy, corporate development, and strategic dealmaking."In this exclusive episode, Rajesh Sharma of Itochu and Corey Strickland of Generational Equity pull back the curtain on corporate development and sell-side strategy.

From joint ventures vs. acquisitions, to roll-up tactics, post-sale matchmaking, and how strategic buyers approach risk, this conversation offers powerful insights for anyone navigating the dealmaking landscape. Whether you're a corporate buyer, founder, or advisor, this episode will reshape how you think about growth, timing, and value in M&A.Tap in to learn how smart deals are sourced, structured, and sold.

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