/ About this event
Liquidity is back—but it looks very different than 2021.
While the IPO window remains selective, acquisitions have reemerged as the primary exit path for venture-backed startups. Strategic buyers are actively pursuing AI, infrastructure, fintech, cybersecurity, and vertical software companies, while private equity and growth investors are reshaping the market through rollups, secondaries, and sponsor-backed acquisitions. Recent data suggests M&A accounts for the majority of venture-backed exits in today's market.
Join founders, investors, corporate development leaders, M&A advisors, and startup attorneys for an honest discussion about the current acquisition landscape for Series A and later-stage startups.
We'll discuss:
• How is AI changing acquisition demand and valuation premiums, specifically valuation expectations versus 2021 and 2022 vintages? • How are these transactions structured legally? The return of acquihires and talent-driven transactions. • What tax considerations should founders and companies address to prepare for a tax-efficient exit, and when is the best time to engage a tax professional to evaluate these considerations? • What do industry experts predict about the future of early stage startup M&A for the rest of 2026?
Speakers • Adam Fauvre, RSM (Moderator) • Lindsey S. Mignano, Mignano Law Group • Keshia Theobald-van Gent, BDev Ventures • Shawn Flynn, SVH Capital • Andrew Fedele, RSM
Sponsors: • Adam Fauvre, RSM (Host and Moderator) • Lindsey S. Mignano, Mignano Law Group • Rich Gettings, ExtensisHR • Brian Lee, Leader Bank
Target Audience: ✓ Venture-backed founders (Series A+) ✓ CEOs considering strategic alternatives ✓ Venture capital and growth equity investors ✓ Corporate development professionals ✓ Startup operators and executives
Timeline: • 11 am PST - Doors open; networking • 12-1 pm PST - Panel • 1-1:30 pm PST - Doors close
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This event is a part of #SFTechWeek, a week of events hosted by the top founders, funds, and companies to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
