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Jan 2022
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M&A, Before and After: What Founders Nee...

Andreessen Horowitz
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Welcome to the a16z podcast. Today we’re talking about the mindsets and frameworks founders should know about when navigating the mergers and acquisitions or M&A process, both before and after – including how to think about the pricing dynamics, factors that go into the decision-making process, and what to expect from the integration once the deal is done. ... Show More
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