M&A workshops
The Pillars of an M&A Transaction
Choose individual workshops or the complete four-session series, designed for tech CEOs and executives considering an acquisition, succession, or eventual sale.
●●● WHY PREPARE
A transaction starts taking shape well before the first negotiations
A company’s value is not determined only when it is time to negotiate the price. It also depends on what has been put in place beforehand and on the ability to act when the right opportunity arises.
In a technology company, the considerations go well beyond financial matters: intellectual property, recurring revenue, key talent, security, the product roadmap, and integration capabilities can all influence a transaction.

For tech CEOs and executives considering their next move
These workshops are designed for business leaders who are considering a transaction, want to prepare for one, or want to better position their company for growth and increased value.An acquisition, merger, or sale is among the options you are considering in the short, medium, or long term.
You want to understand what needs to be prepared in advance so you can assess the situation and make the right decision at the right time.
You want to strengthen the key elements of your business to support its growth and value, whether or not a transaction is being considered.
Four workshops, from preparation to integration
Define a merger or acquisition strategy aligned with your company’s strengths, objectives, and leadership vision. A workshop to understand the fundamentals of a transaction and better prepare for decisions related to growth, succession, or value creation.
Olivier Génin and Frédéric Bonan
I-Deal Développement
François-Pierre Dionne, Pierre Tessier and Sonia Katiya
National Bank
+ Insights from a tech CEO
800 Square-Victoria Street
Suite 3500
Montreal
Explore valuation mechanisms, critical clauses, and financial adjustments that can impact a transaction, while keeping long-term strategy and the human dimensions of negotiation in focus.
Alexandre Laturaze
Demers Beaulne
Jocelyn Auger and Jean-François Noël
Fasken
+ Insights from a tech CEO
Place Montréal Trust
1800 McGill College Avenue
Suite 600
Montreal
Identify and protect the value that does not always appear on the balance sheet: trust, reputation, talent, and stakeholder relationships. The workshop will address advance preparation, human and reputational considerations during due diligence, as well as the communications and decisions surrounding the transition.
Nadia Paquet and Marc-André Tremblay
TACT
Christian Jacques and François Paradis
Osler
+ Insights from a tech CEO
1000 De La Gauchetière Street West
Suite 1100
Montreal
Align cultures, teams, and systems while ensuring business continuity. A workshop focused on the decisions that foster team buy-in and help protect and create value after the transaction.
Mathieu Deschamps
Norton Rose Fulbright
+ Insights from a tech CEO
1 Place Ville Marie
Suite 2700
Montreal
Individual workshops or the complete series
Attend one or more workshops based on your current needs, or take part in the complete four-session series to develop a comprehensive understanding of the key stages of an M&A transaction.
- A half-day focused on a specific M&A topic
- Discussions with guest experts
- Insights from a tech CEO
- All four workshops, from preparation to integration
- A comprehensive overview of the key stages of an M&A transaction
- Save $485 compared with registering for individual workshops
Leaders who have been through it
“I recently had the opportunity to participate in AQT’s The Pillars of an M&A Transaction workshop series. The quality of the speakers and testimonials truly lived up to my expectations. The program was well designed and covered the entire business acquisition process. I highly recommend it to anyone considering an acquisition-driven growth strategy. Thank you and congratulations to the AQT team for putting together such a valuable program.”
“This workshop series provides an excellent overview of key M&A concepts while remaining highly relevant for business leaders. The practical approach, enriched with real-world examples and insightful testimonials, delivers value that can be applied immediately. It encourages strategic thinking and provides the momentum needed to move forward with confidence.”
“Thanks to AQT’s M&A workshop series, Explorai’s strategic plan has taken on a new dimension. This training taught me that building value and creating strategic optionality go hand in hand: a solid plan—focused on growth, recurring revenue, and team autonomy—better positions Explorai as an acquirer while supporting the company’s long-term sustainability.”
“AQT’s The Pillars of an M&A Transaction workshop series was relevant and practical, with a strong balance between strategic concepts and their real-world application. The discussions around actual examples added clear value and will be directly useful in an M&A transaction context. Designed for CEOs, but also highly relevant for CFOs who support CEOs and boards of directors throughout the process.”
