<![CDATA[Beyond M&A]]>Beyond M&A explores everything that happens beyond the deal.

Hosted by Hutton Henry, founder of Beyond M&A, the podcast features conversations with founders, investors, operators and technology leaders who are shaping the future of mergers and acquisitions.

Sure, we can speak about AI and due diligence to value creation, like everyone in our industry. But we dig deeper into what really creates long-term value: the people, tension, projects and innovation that lead to value.

Whether you're in private equity, corporate development, venture capital or technology, you'll hear practical insights from the people building the next generation of M&A.

]]>https://beyond-ma.com/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 08 Nov 2026 03:52:58 GMTMon, 03 Aug 2026 13:01:07 GMT60Hutton Henry<p><b>Beyond M&amp;A explores everything that happens beyond the deal.</b></p><p></p><p>Hosted by Hutton Henry, founder of Beyond M&amp;A, the podcast features conversations with founders, investors, operators and technology leaders who are shaping the future of mergers and acquisitions.</p><p></p><p>Sure, we can speak about AI and due diligence to value creation, like everyone in our industry. But we dig deeper into what really creates long-term value: the people, tension, projects and innovation that lead to value.<br /></p><p>Whether you're in private equity, corporate development, venture capital or technology, you'll hear practical insights from the people building the next generation of M&amp;A.</p>episodicHutton Henryhutton@beyond-ma.comno<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Let my agents talk to your agents...]]>AI Agents are causing havoc across the M&A lifecycle. While people frantically try to build new AI capability, the reality is we're losing nuance in deals. That lack of nuance will cost you.

I discuss the challenges of information overload and the importance of human intuition in decision-making.

Key takeaways:

* AI-generated content can overwhelm users with excessive information.
* The disconnect between AI narratives and actual business actions can lead to confusion.
* Trusting intuition and gut feelings is crucial in M&A despite the data.
* In-person workshops are making a comeback, fostering better collaboration.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:26 The challenge of AI in M&A
01:20 The problem with AI-generated information
02:08 The importance of human intuition
03:03 The rise of in-person workshops

What's your biggest AI challenge in M&A?

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#MergersAndAcquisitions #AIinBusiness #BusinessStrategy

]]>87421152-7ca4-49be-8971-a3feed8fe864Wed, 04 Nov 2026 19:48:50 GMT<p>AI Agents are causing havoc across the M&amp;A lifecycle. While people frantically try to build new AI capability, the reality is we're losing nuance in deals. That lack of nuance will cost you.<br /><br />I discuss the challenges of information overload and the importance of human intuition in decision-making.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* AI-generated content can overwhelm users with excessive information.<br />* The disconnect between AI narratives and actual business actions can lead to confusion.<br />* Trusting intuition and gut feelings is crucial in M&amp;A despite the data.<br />* In-person workshops are making a comeback, fostering better collaboration.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:26 The challenge of AI in M&amp;A<br />01:20 The problem with AI-generated information<br />02:08 The importance of human intuition<br />03:03 The rise of in-person workshops<br /><br />What's your biggest AI challenge in M&amp;A?<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on mergers and acquisitions.<br /><br />#MergersAndAcquisitions #AIinBusiness #BusinessStrategy</p>no00:04:14MERGE Stories: Let my agents talk to your agents...full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Fear-Based Thinking in M&A Integration]]>The conversation focuses on the challenges of M&A integration, especially the fear and complexity of managing these projects. Hutton Henry emphasises the importance of understanding the different cadences of the entities involved to successfully create value from mergers.

Takeaways

  • Understanding integration complexities
  • Importance of "collaborative cadence" in M&A

Chapters

  • 00:00 Navigating M&A Integration Challenges
  • 02:55 The Role of Cadence in M&A Success
]]>ff532ac7-0cff-4456-9756-d32bb3d40e52Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:55:03 GMT<p>The conversation focuses on the challenges of M&amp;A integration, especially the fear and complexity of managing these projects. Hutton Henry emphasises the importance of understanding the different cadences of the entities involved to successfully create value from mergers.</p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Understanding integration complexities</li><li>Importance of "collaborative cadence" in M&amp;A</li></ul><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Navigating M&amp;A Integration Challenges</li><li>02:55 The Role of Cadence in M&amp;A Success</li></ul>no00:04:46MERGE Stories: Fear-Based Thinking in M&A Integrationfull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Designing your Merger around AI, WFH and Agents]]>On paper it's integrated. Inside it's still Them and Us.

If you're running an Integration Management Office (IMO), what does that mean for the people, meetings and decisions you're responsible for?

I'm Hutton Henry from Beyond M&A™. We provide technology due diligence and post-merger integration, from one firm.

In this video, I talk through remote working, allocating people to the work, and making room for in-person workshops. I also look at where AI fits into project tracking and management.

The question running through it: how do you turn the plan into something the team can deliver?

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:30 Challenges in merger management
01:00 Resource allocation issues
02:00 Cultural shifts in project management
03:10 The importance of communication
04:10 Structuring effective meetings
05:40 Running in-person workshops
06:10 Using AI in project management

Where is integration getting stuck for you? Tell me in the comments.

Subscribe for more on technology due diligence and post-merger integration.

Every deal should be easier than the last.

Join at our latest MERGE event: https://luma.com/1gvyil9c.

]]>2569bfcf-e6e5-483a-a112-9cf3ead32332Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:30:15 GMT<p>On paper it's integrated. Inside it's still Them and Us.<br /><br />If you're running an Integration Management Office (IMO), what does that mean for the people, meetings and decisions you're responsible for?<br /><br />I'm Hutton Henry from Beyond M&amp;A™. We provide technology due diligence and post-merger integration, from one firm.<br /><br />In this video, I talk through remote working, allocating people to the work, and making room for in-person workshops. I also look at where AI fits into project tracking and management.<br /><br />The question running through it: how do you turn the plan into something the team can deliver?<br /><br />Timestamps:<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:30 Challenges in merger management<br />01:00 Resource allocation issues<br />02:00 Cultural shifts in project management<br />03:10 The importance of communication<br />04:10 Structuring effective meetings<br />05:40 Running in-person workshops<br />06:10 Using AI in project management<br /><br />Where is integration getting stuck for you? Tell me in the comments.<br /><br />Subscribe for more on technology due diligence and post-merger integration.<br /><br />Every deal should be easier than the last.<br /><br />Join at our latest MERGE event: <a href="https://luma.com/1gvyil9c." rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://luma.com/1gvyil9c.</a></p>no00:07:43MERGE Stories: Designing your Merger around AI, WFH and Agentsfull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Why Is AI causing uncertainty in your deals?]]>AI in mergers is confusing many on how to evaluate AI-driven businesses and their market impact.

So one way to assess is via the 3Ds:
Defensibility, Disruption, and Duplication.

* Understand the importance of defensibility in AI products. How well is AI integrated into workflows?
* Explore disruption caused by new entrants leveraging AI to reshape industries.
* Learn about duplication risks from customers building similar capabilities.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:29 Evaluating AI in M&A
00:57 The 3Ds of AI
01:25 Defensibility Explained
01:53 Disruption in the Market
02:23 Duplication Risks
03:23 Conclusion

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#Mergers #AI #BusinessStrategy

]]>307271bf-600c-4754-8838-0393678d92afSun, 25 Oct 2026 08:03:49 GMT<p>AI in mergers is confusing many on how to evaluate AI-driven businesses and their market impact.<br /><br />So one way to assess is via the 3Ds:<br />Defensibility, Disruption, and Duplication.<br /><br />* Understand the importance of defensibility in AI products. How well is AI integrated into workflows?<br />* Explore disruption caused by new entrants leveraging AI to reshape industries.<br />* Learn about duplication risks from customers building similar capabilities.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:29 Evaluating AI in M&amp;A<br />00:57 The 3Ds of AI<br />01:25 Defensibility Explained<br />01:53 Disruption in the Market<br />02:23 Duplication Risks<br />03:23 Conclusion<br /><br />Subscribe for daily MERGE stories. All the best, Hutton<br /><br />#Mergers #AI #BusinessStrategy</p>no00:04:06MERGE Stories: Why Is AI causing uncertainty in your deals?full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: E-mail, the bane of Mergers]]>Email communication is crucial but often fails during mergers.

Relying on email for critical merger processes can appear like a small consideration for mergers but can result in different visions, execution and outcomes.

Key takeaways:

* Email can lead to miscommunication during the diligence phase.
* Estimating costs can be risky when relying on different versions of invoices.
* Planning stages suffer from information collection challenges, especially when working remotely.
* The importance of accurate information before going live to avoid costly mistakes.
* Solutions exist to streamline communication and protect sensitive data.

What's your biggest challenge with email communication in mergers? Drop it in the comments!

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#Mergers #EmailCommunication #BusinessStrategy

]]>bf0e963b-c117-43cc-bb41-94a3454105f5Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:03:05 GMT<p>Email communication is crucial but often fails during mergers.<br /><br />Relying on email for critical merger processes can appear like a small consideration for mergers but can result in different visions, execution and outcomes.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Email can lead to miscommunication during the diligence phase.<br />* Estimating costs can be risky when relying on different versions of invoices.<br />* Planning stages suffer from information collection challenges, especially when working remotely.<br />* The importance of accurate information before going live to avoid costly mistakes.<br />* Solutions exist to streamline communication and protect sensitive data.<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with email communication in mergers? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on mergers and acquisitions.<br /><br />#Mergers #EmailCommunication #BusinessStrategy</p>no00:03:01MERGE Stories: E-mail, the bane of Mergersfull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: It's all about the PEOPLE]]>Struggling with a people problem in your team? Do you tackle it before or after due diligence? Obviously before, but you'd be surprised how many leaders we meet who don't.

Addressing team dynamics demonstrates leadership but I fully understand why we don't do it, until an investor comes on-board.

Key takeaways:

* Understand the importance of addressing people problems early in the due diligence process.
* Learn how to identify team members who may not fit culturally or operationally.
* Discover strategies for establishing your non-negotiables and seeking help.
* Explore the significance of harmonious teams in successful mergers.

00:00 Introduction
00:26 The prevalence of people problems in teams
01:42 The impact of unresolved issues on business
02:33 Strategies for addressing team dynamics
03:48 The importance of team harmony in mergers

What's your biggest challenge with team dynamics? Drop it in the comments!

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#TeamDynamics #MergersAndAcquisitions #Leadership

]]>e101ce2c-2d45-4838-9045-938aecab20a0Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:02:18 GMT<p>Struggling with a people problem in your team? Do you tackle it before or after due diligence? Obviously before, but you'd be surprised how many leaders we meet who don't.<br /><br />Addressing team dynamics demonstrates leadership but I fully understand why we don't do it, until an investor comes on-board.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Understand the importance of addressing people problems early in the due diligence process.<br />* Learn how to identify team members who may not fit culturally or operationally.<br />* Discover strategies for establishing your non-negotiables and seeking help.<br />* Explore the significance of harmonious teams in successful mergers.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:26 The prevalence of people problems in teams<br />01:42 The impact of unresolved issues on business<br />02:33 Strategies for addressing team dynamics<br />03:48 The importance of team harmony in mergers<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with team dynamics? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on mergers and acquisitions!<br /><br />#TeamDynamics #MergersAndAcquisitions #Leadership</p>no00:04:11MERGE Stories: It's all about the PEOPLEfull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Why "follow the money" in mergers?]]>I think cost estimates come far too late in merger programmes. Understanding financial implications early can prevent unexpected expenses and streamline post-merger integration. But Im not helpful pointing out the 'obvious' need in M&A, so here's some info that's more useful:

Key takeaways:

* Importance of financial estimation in mergers
* Common pitfalls in post-merger integration
* How to analyze invoices and spending effectively
* The role of AI in speeding up financial assessments
* Strategies for identifying hidden costs

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:04 Why follow the money in mergers?
00:30 The importance of early financial estimation
00:56 Analyzing invoices and spending
01:21 Understanding current and one-off spends
01:44 Identifying hidden costs in acquisitions
02:11 The impact of financial overhead on businesses
02:35 The rush in deal-making and its consequences

What's your biggest challenge with financial estimation in mergers? Drop it in the comments!

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#Mergers #FinancialEstimation #BusinessGrowth

]]>a8603813-367b-4cf1-aefa-e82f6e2bfe20Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:01:33 GMT<p>I think cost estimates come far too late in merger programmes. Understanding financial implications early can prevent unexpected expenses and streamline post-merger integration. But Im not helpful pointing out the 'obvious' need in M&amp;A, so here's some info that's more useful:<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Importance of financial estimation in mergers<br />* Common pitfalls in post-merger integration<br />* How to analyze invoices and spending effectively<br />* The role of AI in speeding up financial assessments<br />* Strategies for identifying hidden costs<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:04 Why follow the money in mergers?<br />00:30 The importance of early financial estimation<br />00:56 Analyzing invoices and spending<br />01:21 Understanding current and one-off spends<br />01:44 Identifying hidden costs in acquisitions<br />02:11 The impact of financial overhead on businesses<br />02:35 The rush in deal-making and its consequences<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with financial estimation in mergers? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on mergers and acquisitions.<br /><br />#Mergers #FinancialEstimation #BusinessGrowth</p>no00:03:03MERGE Stories: Why "follow the money" in mergers?full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Not sharing your thesis creates havoc across the M&A lifecycle]]>Sharing your merger thesis can significantly impact your success. That's something I've been considering deeply this week, when I witnessed that a customer's Due Diligence reports did not answer their thesis questions. Little or no input across the MERGE lifecycle leads to confused results.

Key takeaways:

* The importance of aligning diligence reports with your merger thesis.
* How to estimate costs effectively during the post-diligence phase.
* The role of planning and execution in the merger lifecycle.
* Why transparency in documentation benefits all teams involved.
* Strategies for evolving and maximizing value from merged entities.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:23 Understanding the merger thesis
00:49 The disconnect in diligence reports
01:49 Estimating costs post-diligence
02:16 Planning and execution challenges
03:09 The importance of sharing documentation
03:29 Evolving and maximising value

Subscribe for daily insights on merger strategies :)

Til next time, Hutton.

#Mergers #BusinessStrategy #BeyondMA

]]>912c9544-c43c-4c78-8954-4be327b5db64Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:00:44 GMT<p>Sharing your merger thesis can significantly impact your success. That's something I've been considering deeply this week, when I witnessed that a customer's Due Diligence reports did not answer their thesis questions. Little or no input across the MERGE lifecycle leads to confused results.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* The importance of aligning diligence reports with your merger thesis.<br />* How to estimate costs effectively during the post-diligence phase.<br />* The role of planning and execution in the merger lifecycle.<br />* Why transparency in documentation benefits all teams involved.<br />* Strategies for evolving and maximizing value from merged entities.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:23 Understanding the merger thesis<br />00:49 The disconnect in diligence reports<br />01:49 Estimating costs post-diligence<br />02:16 Planning and execution challenges<br />03:09 The importance of sharing documentation<br />03:29 Evolving and maximising value<br /><br />Subscribe for daily insights on merger strategies :)<br /><br />Til next time, Hutton.<br /><br />#Mergers #BusinessStrategy #BeyondMA</p>no00:03:46MERGE Stories: Not sharing your thesis creates havoc across the M&A lifecyclefull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Let's Create Some VALUE]]>'Evolve' is the final step of our MERGE process, but not the least important. Now that the 'financial creativity' days are over, it's time to create value in new investments and buyouts.

Key takeaways:

* Understand the importance of market analysis and product redesign.
* Learn how to tackle operational inefficiencies and improve customer experience.
* Explore strategies for team growth and project management.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:16 The importance of market and product
01:02 The challenges of scaling a business
01:29 Identifying operational inefficiencies
02:12 Redesigning the customer journey
03:06 Building a strong engineering team
03:59 Conclusion

What's your biggest challenge with creating value?

#ValueCreation #BusinessGrowth #Evolve

]]>b1ec540d-a89e-452e-be53-d77d4546422aSun, 25 Oct 2026 07:59:39 GMT<p>'Evolve' is the final step of our MERGE process, but not the least important. Now that the 'financial creativity' days are over, it's time to create value in new investments and buyouts.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Understand the importance of market analysis and product redesign.<br />* Learn how to tackle operational inefficiencies and improve customer experience.<br />* Explore strategies for team growth and project management.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:16 The importance of market and product<br />01:02 The challenges of scaling a business<br />01:29 Identifying operational inefficiencies<br />02:12 Redesigning the customer journey<br />03:06 Building a strong engineering team<br />03:59 Conclusion<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with creating value?<br /><br />#ValueCreation #BusinessGrowth #Evolve</p>no00:04:14MERGE Stories: Let's Create Some VALUEfull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Divestments need an AUTHORITY]]>In this MERGE story, I suggest how the sell-side can 'take back control' of their divestment programme when the date has already been set, and there's a myriad of consultancies on the pitch.

Key takeaways:

00:00 Introduction
00:05 Importance of a divestment authority
00:32 The role of TSA in carve-outs
01:09 Designing effective operating models
01:36 Utilising the Carve Out playbook
02:01 The hidden costs of TSA negotiations

The suggestion is for a dedicated team to navigate the TSAs, Designs and Playbooks for carve-outs, whilst ensuring that all parties are aligned and informed.

What's your biggest challenge with carve-outs? Drop it in the comments!

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#CarveOut #DivestmentAuthority #MergersAndAcquisitions

]]>9c5a0029-0978-403b-8e2e-8869667ea250Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:58:39 GMT<p>In this MERGE story, I suggest how the sell-side can 'take back control' of their divestment programme when the date has already been set, and there's a myriad of consultancies on the pitch.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:05 Importance of a divestment authority<br />00:32 The role of TSA in carve-outs<br />01:09 Designing effective operating models<br />01:36 Utilising the Carve Out playbook<br />02:01 The hidden costs of TSA negotiations<br /><br />The suggestion is for a dedicated team to navigate the TSAs, Designs and Playbooks for carve-outs, whilst ensuring that all parties are aligned and informed.<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with carve-outs? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />Subscribe for daily insights on M&amp;A strategies and best practices!<br /><br />#CarveOut #DivestmentAuthority #MergersAndAcquisitions</p>no00:02:52MERGE Stories: Divestments need an AUTHORITYfull<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: how a single word can derail a carve-out.]]>Hi, it's Hutton. I'm the Managing Partner from https://beyond-ma.com/. We are the Merger Synchronisation Builders - helping synchronise firms and people before and after a deal.

I just got back from a workshop on navigating a complex carve-out project and wanted to share a key learning. That I hope is useful to you.

Key takeaways:

* Understand the difference between separation and segregation in business processes.
* Learn how to avoid common pitfalls that lead to confusion and disruption.
* Discover the importance of aligning team goals with the end state of the project.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:29 Workshop insights
00:56 Lessons learned
01:21 Common pitfalls
01:44 Importance of clarity
02:11 Key merge processes
02:37 Project management principles
03:05 Simplifying processes
03:34 Conclusion

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All the best!

#CarveOuts #BusinessStrategy #ProjectManagement

]]>ca23946f-6367-474b-83c2-b8cce203b4e7Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:57:57 GMT<p>Hi, it's Hutton. I'm the Managing Partner from <a href="https://beyond-ma.com/." rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://beyond-ma.com/.</a> We are the Merger Synchronisation Builders - helping synchronise firms and people before and after a deal.<br /><br />I just got back from a workshop on navigating a complex carve-out project and wanted to share a key learning. That I hope is useful to you.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Understand the difference between separation and segregation in business processes.<br />* Learn how to avoid common pitfalls that lead to confusion and disruption.<br />* Discover the importance of aligning team goals with the end state of the project.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:29 Workshop insights<br />00:56 Lessons learned<br />01:21 Common pitfalls<br />01:44 Importance of clarity<br />02:11 Key merge processes<br />02:37 Project management principles<br />03:05 Simplifying processes<br />03:34 Conclusion<br /><br />Subscribe for my daily reps on everything Merger Synchronisation.<br /><br />All the best!<br /><br />#CarveOuts #BusinessStrategy #ProjectManagement</p>no00:03:47MERGE Stories: how a single word can derail a carve-out.full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Live from PEI Insights London Conference 2026]]>Professional services firms are building tech platforms due to ease of access. But how do we value them in a deal?

Professional services firms build for maximum value creation but often fail.

Key takeaways:

* The rise of professional services firms is attracting investors.
* Many firms struggle with tech platforms that don't generate revenue.
* Understanding productivity metrics is crucial for success.
* Governance issues arise from multiple systems in use.
* Team willingness to adapt is key to achieving product-market fit.

00:00 Introduction
00:25 The appeal of professional services firms
00:51 Challenges with tech platforms
01:18 Importance of revenue and metrics
01:41 Governance issues in tech integration
02:01 Finding product-market fit

Subscribe for weekly insights on professional services and tech integration.

#ProfessionalServices #TechIntegration #ValueCreation

]]>e86da8a7-3e9e-47c3-b3a2-426065647070Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:56:34 GMT<p>Professional services firms are building tech platforms due to ease of access. But how do we value them in a deal?<br /><br />Professional services firms build for maximum value creation but often fail.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* The rise of professional services firms is attracting investors.<br />* Many firms struggle with tech platforms that don't generate revenue.<br />* Understanding productivity metrics is crucial for success.<br />* Governance issues arise from multiple systems in use.<br />* Team willingness to adapt is key to achieving product-market fit.<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:25 The appeal of professional services firms<br />00:51 Challenges with tech platforms<br />01:18 Importance of revenue and metrics<br />01:41 Governance issues in tech integration<br />02:01 Finding product-market fit<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on professional services and tech integration.<br /><br />#ProfessionalServices #TechIntegration #ValueCreation</p>no00:02:28MERGE Stories: Live from PEI Insights London Conference 2026full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Struggling to execute your merger or carve-out plan?]]>Struggling to execute your merger or carve-out plan? Discover some common challenges and ensure success in your M&A journey.

In this video, Hutton Henry, founding partner of Beyond M&A, shares insights on why merger synchronisation often stalls and how to effectively manage the process. Learn why augmenting teams matter when a dedicated team feels like a luxury today.

Remember that M&A work extends beyond DD and planning.

Key takeaways:
Understand the common pitfalls in M&A execution.
Learn the significance of a dedicated M&A team.
Explore the comprehensive nature of merger processes.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Who is Hutton Henry?
00:35 Why M&A teams struggle
01:04 The broad scope of M&A work
01:29 Importance of readiness backstage

What's your biggest challenge with mergers and acquisitions? Drop it in the comments!

Subscribe for weekly insights on M&A strategies! More can be found here: https://beyond-ma.com/

#MergerSuccess #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessStrategy

]]>26186b55-f458-4bf5-bacf-3507053a3702Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:54:46 GMT<p>Struggling to execute your merger or carve-out plan? Discover some common challenges and ensure success in your M&amp;A journey.<br /><br />In this video, Hutton Henry, founding partner of Beyond M&amp;A, shares insights on why merger synchronisation often stalls and how to effectively manage the process. Learn why augmenting teams matter when a dedicated team feels like a luxury today. <br /><br />Remember that M&amp;A work extends beyond DD and planning.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br />Understand the common pitfalls in M&amp;A execution.<br />Learn the significance of a dedicated M&amp;A team.<br />Explore the comprehensive nature of merger processes.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:10 Who is Hutton Henry?<br />00:35 Why M&amp;A teams struggle<br />01:04 The broad scope of M&amp;A work<br />01:29 Importance of readiness backstage<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with mergers and acquisitions? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on M&amp;A strategies! More can be found here: <a href="https://beyond-ma.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://beyond-ma.com/</a><br /><br />#MergerSuccess #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessStrategy</p>no00:01:30MERGE Stories: Struggling to execute your merger or carve-out plan?full<![CDATA[E in the MERGE Process (Estimation)]]>Hidden issues in M&A deals cost money, which is why Corp Dev invests in Due Diligence. Hutton Henry at Beyond M& explores a couple of scenarios that provide insight into why we need to look at spend.

Key takeaways:

00:00 Introduction
00:09 Understanding hidden issues in M&A
00:34 Importance of accurate estimation
01:43 Assessing staffing needs post-deal
02:33 The role of technology in M&A
03:21 Collaborating with experts for better outcomes

Subscribe for daily insights on mergers and acquisition scenarios.

#MandA #BusinessIntegration #ValueCreation

]]>0b541426-a7ce-4aa0-93fe-760b5676672fSun, 25 Oct 2026 07:53:08 GMT<p>Hidden issues in M&amp;A deals cost money, which is why Corp Dev invests in Due Diligence. Hutton Henry at Beyond M&amp; explores a couple of scenarios that provide insight into why we need to look at spend.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:09 Understanding hidden issues in M&amp;A<br />00:34 Importance of accurate estimation<br />01:43 Assessing staffing needs post-deal<br />02:33 The role of technology in M&amp;A<br />03:21 Collaborating with experts for better outcomes<br /><br />Subscribe for daily insights on mergers and acquisition scenarios.<br /><br />#MandA #BusinessIntegration #ValueCreation</p>no00:04:50E in the MERGE Process (Estimation)full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories: Why 500 Due Diligence Questions Miss the Real Story.]]>MERGE Stories.

MAP is the first stage of our MERGE business process and I discuss how to handle significant findings during corporate evaluations.

Key takeaways:

Understand the importance of speaking to the right stakeholders.
Learn how to formulate impactful questions that get to the core of the issue.
Discover the significance of presenting findings to CXOs with confidence.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:12 The role of Beyond M&A
00:39 Key steps in due diligence
01:06 Importance of stakeholder engagement
01:32 Crafting the right questions
01:58 Presenting findings to the board
02:23 Lessons learned from the process
03:07 Implementing advice in consulting

What's your biggest challenge with due diligence? Drop it in the comments!

More info from Beyond, the Merger Synchronisation™ Builders.
https://beyond-ma.com/

#DueDiligence #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessStrategy

]]>7fa8bfcf-666d-414b-822d-9a5f77617402Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:51:38 GMT<p>MERGE Stories.<br /><br />MAP is the first stage of our MERGE business process and I discuss how to handle significant findings during corporate evaluations.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />Understand the importance of speaking to the right stakeholders.<br />Learn how to formulate impactful questions that get to the core of the issue.<br />Discover the significance of presenting findings to CXOs with confidence.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:12 The role of Beyond M&amp;A<br />00:39 Key steps in due diligence<br />01:06 Importance of stakeholder engagement<br />01:32 Crafting the right questions<br />01:58 Presenting findings to the board<br />02:23 Lessons learned from the process<br />03:07 Implementing advice in consulting<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with due diligence? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />More info from Beyond, the Merger Synchronisation™ Builders.<br /><a href="https://beyond-ma.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://beyond-ma.com/</a><br /><br />#DueDiligence #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessStrategy</p>no00:03:58MERGE Stories: Why 500 Due Diligence Questions Miss the Real Story.full<![CDATA[MERGE Stories - My accidental DD and why you don't need Playbooks.]]>As the Merger Synchronisation Builders, I decided to describe what that means, so I'm sharing short episodes about our MERGE process, based on what I am seeing daily,

MAP is the first stage of MERGE Due Diligence. So I focus on A small story about my first informal DD and the outcomes.

Lessons learned from real-world experiences that can help you navigate your own assessments with confidence.

Key takeaways:

* Understand the importance of communication within tech teams.
* Learn how management dynamics can impact project outcomes.
* Discover why honesty is crucial in assessments.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:32 The start of my journey in technology assessments
01:12 The challenge of assessing a leadership team
02:17 Key findings on communication issues
03:10 The disconnect between tech planning and business operations
04:02 The importance of honesty in assessments

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#TechnologyAssessment #Diligence #BusinessInsights

]]>d459e917-b0ee-45d2-9618-125f6f3aa971Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:48:02 GMT<p>As the Merger Synchronisation Builders, I decided to describe what that means, so I'm sharing short episodes about our MERGE process, based on what I am seeing daily,<br /><br />MAP is the first stage of MERGE Due Diligence. So I focus on A small story about my first informal DD and the outcomes.<br /><br />Lessons learned from real-world experiences that can help you navigate your own assessments with confidence.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Understand the importance of communication within tech teams.<br />* Learn how management dynamics can impact project outcomes.<br />* Discover why honesty is crucial in assessments.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:32 The start of my journey in technology assessments<br />01:12 The challenge of assessing a leadership team<br />02:17 Key findings on communication issues<br />03:10 The disconnect between tech planning and business operations<br />04:02 The importance of honesty in assessments<br /><br />Subscribe for weekly insights on diligence and technology evaluations.<br /><br />#TechnologyAssessment #Diligence #BusinessInsights</p>no00:05:12MERGE Stories - My accidental DD and why you don't need Playbooks.full<![CDATA[Cross Border M&A Success with Howard Moore]]>I discuss successful cross-border business transformations with insights from COO Howard Moore.

In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of cultural integration during mergers and acquisitions and how to navigate the challenges of diverse work environments.

Key takeaways:

* Understanding cultural differences is crucial for successful integration.
* The importance of transparency and communication in leadership.
* How AI can streamline operations and enhance value creation.
* The role of critical thinking in decision-making.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:29 Meet Howard Moore
02:54 Cultural challenges in cross-border deals
06:48 The impact of AI on business operations
10:20 What makes a deal successful?
12:54 Common mistakes in transformations
15:41 The importance of critical thinking

What's your biggest challenge with cross-border business transformations? Drop it in the comments!

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#BusinessTransformation #Leadership #CrossBorderDeals

]]>fe1f04c5-5aa8-49fd-9019-5c6547552c70Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:40:00 GMT<p>I discuss successful cross-border business transformations with insights from COO Howard Moore.<br /><br />In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities of cultural integration during mergers and acquisitions and how to navigate the challenges of diverse work environments.<br /><br />Key takeaways:<br /><br />* Understanding cultural differences is crucial for successful integration.<br />* The importance of transparency and communication in leadership.<br />* How AI can streamline operations and enhance value creation.<br />* The role of critical thinking in decision-making.<br /><br />Timestamps:<br />00:00 Introduction<br />00:29 Meet Howard Moore<br />02:54 Cultural challenges in cross-border deals<br />06:48 The impact of AI on business operations<br />10:20 What makes a deal successful?<br />12:54 Common mistakes in transformations<br />15:41 The importance of critical thinking<br /><br />What's your biggest challenge with cross-border business transformations? Drop it in the comments!<br /><br />Subscribe for more insights on business leadership and transformation!<br /><br />#BusinessTransformation #Leadership #CrossBorderDeals</p>no00:33:25Cross Border M&A Success with Howard Moorefull<![CDATA[Why we're starting this Pod: Hutton Henry]]>Hutton Henry, the founder of Beyond M&A in London, introduces his podcast as a platform to connect with people, promote their ideas, and explore the human side of M&A.

Emphasizing the importance of people in business and shares his vision for the podcast's unscripted format and diverse content.

Takeaways

  • People are the foundation of businesses
  • The podcast aims to explore the human side of M&A and share real stories and experiences.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
  • 00:29 Guest Selection and Topics
  • 01:27 Human Side of M&A
  • 01:56 Learning from the Past
  • 02:22 Unscripted Format and Natural Conversations
  • 02:51 Beyond M&A: The Name and Purpose
]]>5a267570-7e9e-4575-8d4c-b458e63ae1bcMon, 03 Aug 2026 16:33:02 GMT<p>Hutton Henry, the founder of Beyond M&amp;A in London, introduces his podcast as a platform to connect with people, promote their ideas, and explore the human side of M&amp;A. <br /><br />Emphasizing the importance of people in business and shares his vision for the podcast's unscripted format and diverse content.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>People are the foundation of businesses</li><li>The podcast aims to explore the human side of M&amp;A and share real stories and experiences.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast</li><li>00:29 Guest Selection and Topics</li><li>01:27 Human Side of M&amp;A</li><li>01:56 Learning from the Past</li><li>02:22 Unscripted Format and Natural Conversations</li><li>02:51 Beyond M&amp;A: The Name and Purpose</li></ul>no00:03:55Why we're starting this Pod: Hutton Henryfull