Nicole Markowski is the Manager of Corporate Development at Wipfli, specializing in mergers and acquisitions and building relationships. With a background in biomedical engineering and mechanical engineering from Marquette University, Nicole transitioned to the M&A field during her tenure at Accenture, where she managed projects for major pharmacy benefit managers. She has been instrumental in setting up and running Wipfli’s M&A process for IT, continually improving and redefining integration strategies. Nicole's role involves proactive prospecting, overseeing due diligence, and ensuring seamless corporate integration. Her work includes implementing DealRoom for pipeline management and mentoring other M&A practitioners to share best practices.
More than the numbers, relationships can make or break a deal. Regardless of the deal rationale, strong, trusting connections between parties can lead to smoother negotiations, clearer communication, and a greater likelihood of mutual satisfaction in the end result. In this interview, Nicole Markowski, Manager and Corporate Development at Wipfli LLP, delves into the importance of cultivating positive relationships to drive M&A success.