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How to Execute Successful M&A as a CEO
M&A isn't just about signing a deal and popping the champagne. Every CEO knows the entire process is a minefield of cultural clashes, integration headaches, and occasional unexpected challenges that could blow up your strategy. But while M&A can be a high-stakes game, it’s also one that can be mastered with the right playbook. In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, we’re diving into key strategies CEOs should consider to ensure M&A success, featuring Sanjay Poonen, CEO & President of Cohesity.
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Sanjay Poonen, CEO & President of Cohesity

M&A isn't just about signing a deal and popping the champagne. Every CEO knows the entire process is a minefield of cultural clashes, integration headaches, and occasional unexpected challenges that could blow up your strategy. But while M&A can be a high-stakes game, it’s also one that can be mastered with the right playbook. 

In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, we’re diving into key strategies CEOs should consider to ensure M&A success, featuring Sanjay Poonen, CEO & President of Cohesity.

Things you will learn in this episode:

  • The CEO’s approach to M&A integration
  • Key considerations in sourcing deals
  • Best practices for managing large-scale acquisitions
  • The impact of market timing on acquisition strategy

Sanjay Poonen

Sanjay Poonen is the CEO and President of Cohesity, renowned for his leadership in scaling high-tech businesses. Previously the COO of VMware, he significantly boosted revenues from $4 billion to $12 billion. At SAP as President, he doubled revenues by expanding their analytics sector. With foundational roles at Microsoft and Apple, Sanjay is an expert in cloud computing, security, and AI.

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