Acquired

Episode 1: Pixar


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Ben and David discuss Disney's acquisition of Pixar in 2006. Was it a success? If so, what are the criteria that made it work? What lessons can be learned for other acquisitions in the future?

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AcquiredBy Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal

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