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Steve Coghlan is a seasoned expert in Corporate Development and Business Integration with over 20 years of experience in high technology product and manufacturing companies. He has held global leadership roles in business development, account management, program/project management, and M&A. Steve's extensive knowledge includes strategy development, financial analysis of acquisition targets, negotiation of purchase and sale agreements, and business integration. He has significant experience in transactions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Notably, Steve participated in the sale of Selectron to Flextronics for approximately $3.2 billion, contributing to hundreds of successful M&A transactions throughout his career.
Every deal is different, which means each and everyone will present unique challenges that teams have to overcome. Especially when dealing with smaller companies. There is no such thing as a perfect deal. However, with the right mindset and approach, deals can still close and bring value to both parties involved. In this interview, Jim Ackerman, recent Vice President of Corporate Development at Flex, and Steve Coghlan, Semi-recent Vice President of Corporate Development at Flex, discuss their experiences on M&A surprises and horror stories.