ACG NJ CDO Forum | September 18, 2025

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September 18, 2025 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT

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Capability M&A

At this presentation, Scott Callard, Vice President, Corporate Development, at American Express, will discuss capability M&A and, more specifically:

  • using a build/partner/buy framework to evaluate potential M&A candidates;
  • factors that are important for executing capability acquisitions;
  • best practices for integration; and
  • ways to measure success of a capability acquisition.

About the Speaker:
Scott Callard is Vice President, Corporate Development, at American Express. In this role, he is responsible for the execution of acquisitions, divestitures, joint venture restructurings and strategy engagements on behalf of all American Express business units.  Since joining Amex in 2011, Scott has executed over two dozen deals, including the acquisitions of LoungeBuddy, Kabbage, Center and more. Prior to joining American Express, Scott worked in investment banking, primarily with Bank of America Merrill Lynch covering technology companies.

About American Express:
American Express is a global, premium payments and lifestyle brand powered by technology. Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, American Express’ brand is built on trust, security, and service, and a rich history of delivering innovation and Membership value for our customers. With a hundred million merchant locations on their global network in over 200 countries and territories, they seek to provide the world’s best customer experience every day to a broad range of consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations.


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Early Bird Rates Expire September 10, 2025

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