Agenda

1:35 PM - 2:05 PM Navigating the M&A Landscape: Current Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving market, the ability to pivot—whether in business strategy, personal development, or one’s career—has become a crucial skill for sustained success. This panel will explore the dynamic concept of "the power of the pivot," discussing how organizations, entrepreneurs, and individuals can leverage adaptability to drive innovation, foster resilience, and enhance performance. We will also dive into how career pivots—making bold shifts in one’s professional trajectory—can lead to greater fulfillment, new opportunities, and long-term growth.

PANELISTS

Sheila Dharmarajan, Partner, ZMV
Lexia Shwartz, Managing Director, Canaccord
Pam Hendrickson, Riverside and American Investment Council
Marissa Mann Andrews, Principal, Saratoga Partners
Phyllis Costanza, Chief Social Investment Officer, Advanced Portfolio Management

MODERATOR
Allie Colman, Northeast Technology Leader | Tax Partner, Aprio Advisory Group, LLC

Harnessing the Power of the Pivot: Strategies for Business Adaptation and Growth

As the global market continues to evolve, we will provide an update highlighting emerging trends, challenges, and potential opportunities for the M&A landscape from leading professionals in the field. This panel will explore how trends are shifting in response to economic factors and market dynamics, including the changes in valuations, deal structures and financing options that are emerging in today’s M&A transactions.

PANELISTS

Aysha Saeed, Founder, AYSHA NY
Jessica Love, Vice President, BlackArch 
Kerri Hagen, Director, Cascadia
Michelle Jacobs, Womanness

MODERATOR
Marissa Wiley, Partner, Nixon Peabody