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December 5, 2024

The Hidden Risk of Unsold Businesses

In this episode of the Gross Profit Podcast, we dive deep into the world of mergers and acquisitions with a deal leader from Chelsea Corporate, Ovidiu Cismileanu. Join us as we explore essential strategies for running an acquisition as a CFO, the process of finding potential targets, and the importance of keeping the momentum during negotiations.
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  • 45 mins
  • 2024-12-05
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In this episode, James Kennedy is joined by Ovidiu Cismileanu, a seasoned Deal Leader at Chelsea Corporate, to uncover the hidden risks and challenges of unsold businesses in the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Ovidiu brings a wealth of experience, having facilitated business acquisitions across diverse industries and markets. From identifying the perfect target to navigating the complexities of due diligence, he shares practical insights and strategies that CFOs and business leaders can use to run successful acquisitions and maintain momentum during negotiations.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The Role of a CFO in Acquisitions: How financial leaders can drive successful M&A transactions.
  • Finding the Perfect Business: Proactive strategies to identify and acquire the ideal company for your growth plans.
  • Maintaining Momentum in Negotiations: Why sustained energy is critical to closing deals efficiently.
  • Mitigating the Risks of Unsold Businesses: Understanding the hidden pitfalls in M&A and how to avoid them.
  • Sourcing Off-Market Opportunities: Insights into finding businesses ripe for acquisition before they hit the market.

Episode Highlights:

  • “Ovidiu, Chelsea Corporate specializes in working for buyers rather than sellers. Can you share why this approach is so impactful in today’s M&A landscape?”
  • “What are some of the most common mistakes CFOs make during acquisitions, and how can they avoid them?”
  • “You’ve emphasized the importance of momentum in negotiations. What are your top strategies for keeping the deal on track?”
  • “Unsold businesses can present unique challenges. How do you help clients uncover and address these risks during due diligence?”

About Ovidiu Cismileanu:

Ovidiu Cismileanu is a Deal Leader at Chelsea Corporate, a specialist buy-side M&A firm dedicated to helping clients successfully acquire businesses in the UK and abroad. With extensive experience in management, sales, and consultancy across sectors like real estate, security, telecommunications, and nanotechnology, Ovidiu’s expertise lies in sourcing, negotiating, and overseeing complex acquisitions.

At Chelsea Corporate, Ovidiu works with SMEs, entrepreneurs, private equity firms, and high-net-worth individuals to ensure smooth transactions from start to finish. His passion for matching buyers with the right businesses makes him a trusted partner in the M&A space.

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