5 Predictions for M&A in 2019
There’s been a lot of talk lately that M&A activity will trend downward in the coming year because of… The trade war with China Global economy slowdown Rising interest rates Trade tensions These factors do have an impact on the economy, but I think the impact on M&A specifically has been vastly overstated. It’s not […]
[Best of the Podcast] Add Millions to Your Company’s Value Overnight
This episode was originally published on October 3, 2018. Many technology companies are sitting on an untapped resource that could add 5%, 10%, 20%, or more to their company’s value, says Dr. Elvir Causevic, managing director of Houlihan Lokey’s Tech and IP advisory department. Problem is that if you wait until you have an M&A deal… all […]
Liberty Newsletter – January
The January Issue of the Liberty Company newsletter is now available! Feel free to explore all the fun and exciting shenanigans showcasing why we are one of the best companies to work for 2019. Liberty Company Newsletter January Issue
Insurance Almost Every Healthcare Business Needs, Especially for M&A
There is an insurance product that almost every business in the healthcare sector and even individual providers needs, especially those that bill patients and payors (like insurance companies or the government through Medicare). It’s just as important as malpractice insurance. And, if you’re ever thinking about selling your dental practice, doctor’s office, or other medical […]
[Best of the Podcast] Why M&A Is Today’s Clear Exit Strategy
This episode was originally published on August 29, 2018. In an era when few companies go IPO and there are even fewer unicorns, M&A is more popular than ever, says Mihir Jobalia, a veteran of KPMG’s Silicon Valley operation. In fact, among VC-backed companies in the last 10 to 15 years, he estimates that more than 90% […]
When Insurtech Works… and When It Definitely Doesn’t
You’ve seen the commercials on TV. You visit a website and easily apply for insurance for your home or car, getting quotes from multiple companies at the same time. Some types of health insurance even work like this. The advantage of these online marketplaces is you don’t have to go through the time-consuming process of […]
The Importance of Cyber Security
A phishing attack on UnityPoint Health, a hospital and clinic system in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa in March 2018 resulted in 1.4 million patient records being compromised. In April 2018, hackers were offering up 5 million credit and debit cards online to the highest bidder, stolen from luxury department stores Lord & Taylor and Saks […]
Liberty Newsletter – December
The December Issue of the Liberty Company newsletter is now available! Feel free to explore all the fun and exciting shenanigans showcasing why we are one of the best companies to work for 2018. Liberty Company Newsletter December Issue
[Best of the Podcast] Specialized Insurance for Your Next Deal
This episode was originally published on April 20, 2018. With typical insurance covering your home or car, it can be like pulling teeth to get a claim paid. Unfortunately, that leads to skepticism about all types of insurance.
Long-Term Trends to Watch Out for in Silicon Valley
Where is Silicon Valley headed in 2019… and beyond? As with any forecast, you first have to look to the past and the present day to get a sense of what trends will continue, and what surprises we might find in the future. I recently sat down with Bob Karr, founder and CEO of business-focused […]