Deal activity in the Beehive State likely to reflect national patterns
When the Utah state legislature passed the Utah Venture Capital Enhancement Act in 2003, the state’s economic landscape looked fundamentally different than it does today. At […]
Live events are no longer just a line item in a marketing budget — they are a capital investment in brand valuation. Experiential marketing creates measurable, compounding returns across the financial drivers that determine what a brand is […]
Selling a business isn’t just about finding a buyer. It’s about making it easy for a buyer to get comfortable, quickly. The more questions you can answer before diligence starts, the more control you keep over the timeline, […]
During the process of structuring and/or negotiating mergers and acquisitions (M&A), there is often a meaningful gap between the views of the buyer and the seller regarding both the valuation of the target business and the overall risks […]
Traditional lending provides borrowers with loans from banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions. These loans are typically best suited for established companies with a strong credit history that require larger amounts of capital (roughly […]
In today’s competitive mergers and acquisitions environment, preparation often determines whether a transaction closes smoothly or stalls under scrutiny. One of the most effective ways a seller can prepare and retain control of the transaction story is through […]
A banking relationship is more than the sum of its transactions; it’s a trust that directly impacts how you achieve your business goals. The right banker plays a huge role in your day-to-day operations and long-term planning, especially […]
After several years of muted deal activity, signs of life are returning to the private equity exit market in early 2026. With the current supply of quality assets in the market and increased competition among PE firms, seller […]
Over the past 13 years, Protiviti and NC State University’s ERM Initiative have issued annual research reports on the top risks faced by global leaders. The latest report contains insights from these leaders.
Private equity firms and […]
Dedicated, ExperiencedFinancial and M&A Tax Advisors Impact Deal Economics and Exposures
When it comes to a contemplated transaction, having a strong, deeply experienced financial (principally, “Quality of Earnings” or “QoE”) and tax diligence team is […]