Multiplying Your Company’s Value With “Non-Core” Intellectual Property
Many companies today are sitting on an untapped goldmine that could be worth tens of millions of dollars. Technology companies, in particular, are poised to benefit, especially those in Silicon Valley. The gold is patents that are unused and not part of the core business. This intellectual property might not be valuable to the company […]
Jim Reilly | The Data Breach that Cost $500 Million
Today, we discuss why cybersecurity is a necessity for companies considering an M&A transaction. If your company doesn’t use the Internet, you can skip this program.
Protecting Your Business From Cyber Theft… and Its Impact on a Potential M&A Deal
The old school, traditional way of looking at corporate security involves physical assets such as market research, intellectual property, and other corporate secrets that can be locked away. Picture the secret formula for Coca-Cola is sitting in a safe somewhere in an undisclosed location in Atlanta.
Mihir Jobalia | Why M&A Is Today’s Clear Exit Strategy
Today, we discuss the details behind the best practices to exiting with M&A.
Liberty Company Voted Best Place To Work 2018
The Liberty Company is very excited and proud to announce that our LA office was named one of the Best Places to Work by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The program was designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best employers in Los Angeles, benefiting the county’s economy, workforce, and businesses. Liberty was ranked #24 in the Medium Employer Category (50-249 employees) of the top 100 companies that made the list.
How Revesting Has Changed M&A in Silicon Valley and Beyond
When an M&A Buyer acquires a company these days – especially a tech company – more often than not they compel the business’s Founders and key employees to enter into a re-vesting agreement.
Michael Frank | The Rise of Revesting in M&A
Here’s a conversation regarding revesting, a staple in tech M&A designed to favor not only buyers, but owners, founders, and their investors.
The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers Acquires Majority Ownership of Mitchell & Mitchell Insurance Agency
The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers, based in Woodland Hills with offices throughout California, is proud to announce its newest partnership with Mitchell & Mitchell Insurance Agency of Novato, California. In a transaction that closed August 10, Liberty will become majority owner joining with several former shareholders of Mitchell & Mitchell, including Gary Mitchell who will continue as President.
Case Study: A PE Acquisition and Add-On Gone Wrong
News came across the wire recently about a major lawsuit targeting a well-known Private Equity firm due to a post-closing dispute in a substantial M&A deal.
Stephen Hohenrieder | Investment Trends in the Food Industry
Today, I speak with Stephen Hohenrieder about M&A in a sector we ALL use EVERY DAY – food. After hearing this conversation, you won’t look at food the same way again!