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Discover the secrets of success in the world of mergers and acquisitions with Pardis Nasseri, an industry-leading M&A advisor who has been involved in over $30 billion in transactions. In this exclusive video interview, Pardis shares valuable insights and behind-the-scenes stories from his illustrious career. Learn about the strategies, challenges, and nuances of high-stakes deals as we delve into the mind of a top M&A professional. Don't miss this rare opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding from an expert who has shaped the M&A landscape. Watch now and elevate your understanding of the complex world of mergers and acquisitions. #MergersAndAcquisitions #PardisNasseri #BusinessInsights"

SHOW NOTES:
00:00  Intro to Pardis Nasseri 
00:20  Started as Independent Sponsor, Accounting at PwC, Jefferies & Platinum
03:58   Immigrated from Iran - got stuck during the Revolution
05:40  Working at Private Equity firm Platinum
08:34   Keeping management on - asking them to do is twice as hard
09:17  What Palm Tree LLC does  - 3 things
10:19   Debt higher interest rates for SMB:  hurdle rates & cheaper money
11:42   Quality of Earnings and A.I.   -  the challenge of GIGO datasets
16:25  Size of deals he works on
17:00  War with China - Warren Buffett unloads stock on Taiwan company
18:07  Betting on stronger horse
19:14  ESG scores  how is that changing Investment banking
20:54  Anheuser Busch loses $4-$6 billion in value from DEI 
21:50  Expanding to Texas
22:22  M&A Transaction is like Brain Surgery & #1 Business Development tool
24:30  QoE - Scoring a business that lowers forecasts -Trend is your Friend
27:50  QoE  projection ranges - ultimately comes down to justification of forecasts
29:40  The great wall of China 
33:04   Investment Banker / Broker Dealer - raising capital for others 
35:00   What makes a successful acquisition?   (the soft stuff)
36:30  When you don't have a cultural fit - sharp elbows
38:34  What do you say to CEOs with big acquisition egos?
40:21  Strategic or Financial - when you hit 17 and bust -staying disciplined



LINKS to  Pardis Nasseri
https://www.palmtreellc.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pardisnasseri/