Event Details
When:
October 22, 2026 11 AM - 6 PM EDT
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Overview
Attendees will hear from regional and national thought leaders and expert panels, as they explore current market dynamics, sector-specific trends, valuation and financing considerations, and post-transaction value creation. Set against the backdrop of Detroit’s resurgence as a hub for innovation and growth, the Summit creates a collaborative environment where relationships are built, ideas are exchanged, and deals begin. Whether you are actively pursuing transactions, shaping long-term growth strategies or expanding your network, you need to be at the center of today’s evolving mergers and acquisitions landscape. You need to register for The Detroit M&A Summit!
Featured Panels:
Building a Vertically Integrated Empire
David Trott didn't just build one of the largest specialized law firms in the country, he created a vertically integrated real estate empire. From law, title and document processing to legal publishing, residential home sales, technology, accounting and staffing services, he grew his family business from 15 employees to more than3,000 before serving in the United States Congress. In this fireside chat, David along with his longtime business and tax attorney Bill Sider, will share engaging and entertaining stories about building, buying and exiting and lessons learned during his time in Washington.

Speaker Bios - Building a Vertically Integrated Empire Panel
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