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Date(s) - October 23, 2025
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Join Josh Taylor of SMU Cox’s William S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership for a behind-the-scenes look at how strategic acquisitions happen in the consumer packaged goods world.
As growth slows in mature markets, acquisitions have become the primary growth engine for large CPGs — but what exactly are they looking for in an emerging brand?
Josh will unpack:
• Why acquisitions matter: How portfolio gaps, consumer trends, and channel expansion drive deal activity
• How buyers evaluate targets: What “strategic fit” really means — from margins to mission alignment
• The acquisition process: From early relationship-building to diligence, valuation, and integration
• Lessons for founders: How to position your brand, build credibility, and get on the radar early
If your long-term goal includes being acquired — or simply building a business that could be — this huddle will show you how to think like a buyer and operate like a brand worth buying.