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Feb 2024
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M&A in 2024, World-Class Mentors & More

Andrew Youderian | e-Commerce Entrepreneur
About this episode

Are you curious about the current state and future of eCommerce mergers and acquisitions? Today I’m joined by Emmett Kilduff, co-founder and CEO of The Fortia Group, and we’re diving into the mergers and acquisitions landscape, looking at the ins and outs of successful M&A.

Listen in as Emmett shares his expert insights on the current trends shaping the world of M&A, including factors that influence company valuations. We also discuss strategic approaches for achieving successful acquisitions, the impact of market dynamics on business valuations, and the role of planning in navigating mergers. 

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