Breakfast seminar - Deal or no deal
How can you avoid a bad deal? What is required for closing a successful deal that delivers strong outcomes both professionally and personally?
Co-hosted with The Business Desk, this engaging seminar brings together seasoned dealmakers and business leaders to share their insights and experiences at pivotal strategic crossroads.
Date and time | Location |
Wednesday 25 June | 08:30 - 10:30 | Forvis Mazars office, The Terrance, 3 Wellington Pl, Leeds, LS1 4AP (map) |
Timings
08:30 - 09:00 - Welcome and registration
09:00 - 10:00 - Panel discussion
10:00 - 10:30 - Networking
You will hear from a panel of speakers who will address common challenges, from preparatory steps to contract negotiations, and what happens when you finally sign on the dotted line.
Expert panellists
- Karen Betts, Beauty Entrepreneur and Founder of Nouveau HD Beauty Group – Karen will share her journey from a local Yorkshire based salon owner, to a global beauty entrepreneur.
- Justin Tuckwell, Managing Partner, Rapleys LLP – Justin will bring valuable insights into the process of buying businesses, drawing from his extensive experience in real estate and business operations, he will share strategies for business growth, market positioning, and the importance of a strong internal people strategy in integrating acquisitions.
- Tavia Sparks Investment Director, Foresight Group – Tavia is a seasoned investment professional with over 15 years of experience in banking and investment. She currently serves as an Investment Director at Foresight Group, a leading private equity and infrastructure investment manager, who are expanding their reach in the Yorkshire region.
- Alex Baskeyfield, M&A Partner, Forvis Mazars LLP – Alex has led over 150 successful transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and management buyouts (MBOs), the majority of which have been mid-market businesses with transaction values of £10-80m.
- Natalie Wright, Private Client Partner and Head of Family Business, Forvis Mazars LLP – Natalie has a strong track record of advising business owners and their families on their succession planning strategies, ensuring their personal financial planning aligns with their business goals, and that they understand the tax implications of any decisions they make.