M&A Advisor Podcast

This episode deep dives into the high-stakes world of corporate restructuring and crisis communication, exploring real-world examples from some of the most high-profile cases in recent years. This was a fireside chat conversation at the Deal Forum of the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit which took place on March 25 at sunny Palm Beach, Florida. In case you missed it, join the conversation between Luke Wolf, Managing Director at C Street Advisory, and David Cohen, Partner in Restructuring Department and Co-Managing Partner Miami at Weil, as they share insider insights on how to manage communications during moments of corporate turmoil.

Tune in for expert tips on:

• The power of proactive communication in crisis

• How to handle media leaks and avoid PR disasters

• Crafting a narrative when facing public scrutiny

• Real-world examples from Brooks Brothers, WeWork, and Steward Healthcare

Don’t miss out—this episode is packed with insights that can help you turn a corporate crisis into a story of resilience and success.

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Welcome to the show where real-life M&A leadership is forged in chaos, not classrooms.​ In a world of volatile markets, brutal M&A battles, and uncertain times, textbook leadership doesn’t cut it.

In this episode of M&A Leadership Masterclass, we bring together top restructuring and M&A experts and thought leaders. Join Jack Butler, CEO of Birch Lake Holdings, as he sits down with award recipients:

∙Dave Miller, Equity Partner and Head of U.S. Restructuring at Elliott Management Corporation and Leadership Award recipient,

∙Honorable Laurel Myerson Isicoff, U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge and Former Chief Judge for the Southern District of Florida, and ∙Lisa Donahue, Partner, Managing Director, and Co-Head of Americas and Asia at AlixPartners, a Lifetime Leadership Award recipient.

This conversation was recorded live at the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit in sunny West Palm Beach, Florida. This special episode brings you the raw, unfiltered lessons they never taught in school—the strategies, scars, and hard-won victories that shape true leaders. Hear jaw-dropping stories from boardrooms and business battlefields, where every decision is a gamble and every deal can make or break the future.

Whether you're scaling a startup, leading a global merger, or just surviving another brutal quarter, this is the survival guide they tried to gatekeep. Forget the polished leadership seminars.​ This is the real world. This is M&A Leadership Masterclass. Buckle up.

Attention M&A Professionals and Dealmakers!​The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join our industry experts and thought leaders at the 2025 Leadership in Dealmaking Summit, taking place on September 15–16 at the heart of vibrant New York City. Hurry and register now! Click here:https://events.maadvisor.com/2025LeadershipInDealmakingSummit

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What do tariffs, inflation, and steel deals have in common? One man: Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross.In this no-holds-barred episode, former U.S. Commerce Secretary and billionaire investor Wilbur Ross goes off-script to reveal his take on the story behind America’s trade wars, Trump-era tariffs, and the shocking sale of U.S. Steel to Japan’s Nippon Steel. Secretary Ross dives deep into the untold strategies of restructuring nations—not just companies—and explains how political power, economic policy, and national security collide in today’s most high-stakes deals.

Find out the answers to your nagging questions on:

• Is the U.S. secretly winning the global economic chess match?

• Are tariffs a weapon, a shield, or both?

• Why is the housing market teetering, and who’s really pulling the strings at the Fed?

Whether you're a dealmaker, policymaker, or just wondering what the heck is going on in the economy, this is one you don't want to miss!

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Welcome to the fireside chat series of the Deal Forum of the 2024 Future of Dealmaking Summit held on November 19 & 20 at the iconic New York Athletic Club in the heart of New York.For those who missed the event, this riveting podcast episode features a conversation between industry veterans Perry Mandarino, Co-Head of Investment Banking, Head of Restructuring, Senior Managing Director at B. Riley & Co and Drew McManigle, Founder and CEO at MACCO Restructuring Group. In this insightful episode, they unpack how recent changes in government administrations have reshaped business practices, from tax codes and IRS reforms to the shifting landscape of antitrust laws and SEC regulations.

Discover their expert take on non-compete clauses, the challenges of the Federal Trade Commission, and why regulations can drive both innovation and business uncertainty.

Whether you’re in M&A, restructuring, or just curious about the future of business, this conversation is a must-listen. Tune in, subscribe, and stay ahead of the curve in the dynamic world of corporate regulation and strategy.

Don’t miss out—subscribe now for more expert insights from the world of mergers, acquisitions, and business regulations! Attention Bankruptcy and Restructuring Specialists! The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join our industry experts at the 2025 Leadership in Investing Summit on September 16 & 17 at the New York Athletic Club.

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Welcome to the fireside chat series of the Deal Forum of the 2024 Future of Dealmaking Summit held on November 19 & 20 at the iconic New York Athletic Club in the heart of New York.For those who missed this event, this exclusive episode features two industry experts—Satish Raman, Chief Strategy Officer at Fractal AI, and Sohail Jooma, Co-Founder of Bomerge as they dive into the intersection of AI and Mergers & Acquisitions.Are you an M&A professional or dealmaker feeling overwhelmed by the rapid evolution of technology?Unlock a new level of clarity and efficiency in your transactions. In our latest episode, seasoned experts Sohail Jooma and Satish Raman become your trusted guides, revealing how artificial intelligence can supercharge your due diligence and streamline integration. They understand the challenges you face—from building trust in emerging tech to mitigating enterprise risks—and they offer practical insights to help you confidently navigate this transformative landscape.Your plan is simple:1. Listen: Tune in for real-world strategies that bridge the gap between traditional dealmaking and digital innovation.2. Learn: Discover how to leverage AI to accelerate processes and drive better outcomes.3. Act: Equip yourself with the knowledge to revolutionize your approach to M&A, ensuring your deals not only succeed but thrive in today’s competitive market.Don’t let uncertainty hold you back. Subscribe now to join a community of forward-thinking business leaders who are redefining the future of M&A. Your next breakthrough is just an episode away!Attention Bankruptcy and Restructuring Specialists! The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join Satish Raman, Sohail Jooma, and our industry experts at the 2025 Leadership in Dealmaking Summit on September 15 & 16 at The New York Athletic Club in New York City.Hurry and register now! Click here:https://events.maadvisor.com/2025LeadershipInDealmakingSummitDo you want to know more about The M&A Advisor? Please visit us at https://maadvisor.comLove our podcasts? Subscribe to our M&A Advisor Podcast in Spotify, Apple Podcast, and You Tube. Finally, subscribe to our email newsletter by clicking the link:https://maadvisor.com/maalerts/subscribeTill next time, stay tuned and happy dealing!

Missed the 2024 Future of Dealmaking Summit? Or just want to relive the insights? This fireside chat brings you Joele Frank, Managing Partner, and Arielle Rothstein, Partner at Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher, as they unpack the biggest shifts in corporate governance from the Deal Forum at the iconic New York Athletic Club on November 20, 2024.In this episode, you’ll discover how retail investors and digital tools are rewriting the playbook for stakeholder engagement. From the surprising power of retail voting to why video content is outpacing podcasts in corporate communications, Joele and Arielle reveal the latest strategies companies are using to win shareholder trust and drive success.Don’t miss this must-listen episode packed with insider insights from industry leaders at the forefront of corporate strategy. Tune in now!Subscribe now to join the conversation on the future of corporate influence!Attention M&A Professionals! The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join Joele Frank, Arielle Rothstein, and our industry experts in the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit on March 24th & 25th at The Ben Hotel West Palm Beach, Florida.Hurry and register now! Click here:https://events.maadvisor.com/2025DistressedInvestingSummitDo you want to know more about The M&A Advisor? Please visit us at https://maadvisor.comLove our podcasts? Subscribe to our M&A Advisor Podcast in Spotify, Apple Podcast, and You Tube.Finally, subscribe to our email newsletter by clicking the link- https://maadvisor.com/maalerts/subscribeTill next time, stay tuned and happy dealing!

Join Restructuring Pioneer Jay M. Goffman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Smith Goffman Partners as he sits down with host Roger Aguinaldo, Founder and CEO of The M&A Advisor as they merge hard-nosed business strategies with political reform insights. In this pivotal conversation, they reveal how rapid, prepackaged solutions and efficient reforms could tackle America’s staggering debt and streamline government. Tune in for bold, insider perspectives that promise to reshape our political and economic future. Subscribe now and join the conversation!Attention Bankruptcy and Restructuring Specialists! The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join our industry experts and thought leaders at the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit on March 24 & 25 at The Ben Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida.Hurry and register now! Click here:https://events.maadvisor.com/2025DistressedInvestingSummitDo you want to know more about The M&A Advisor? Please visit us at https://maadvisor.comLove our podcasts? Subscribe to our M&A Advisor Podcast in Spotify, Apple Podcast, and YouTube.Finally, subscribe to our email newsletter by clicking the link- https://maadvisor.com/maalerts/subscribeTill next time, stay tuned and happy dealing!

Border crackdowns, Supreme Court battles, and a no-nonsense approach to NATO—Trump 2.0 is making waves. Wilbur Ross, Former U. S. Secretary of Commerce, Investor, and Business Leader reveals the inside story on the biggest power moves yet.

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Attention Bankruptcy and Restructuring Specialists! The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join our industry experts and thought leaders at the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit on March 24 & 25 at The Ben Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida.

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LISTEN to our engaging discussion with esteemed guest Drew McManigle, a highly acclaimed restructuring expert and the Founder and CEO of MACCO Restructuring Group. Drew shares his journey to success, groundbreaking insights on government restructuring, and how applying Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) principles could help improve the nation's financial health. From tackling inefficiencies to revitalizing economic stability, he breaks down what needs to change and how bold restructuring strategies can make an impact. Plus, he offers hands-on advice for emerging leaders looking to navigate the world of turnarounds. Subscribe now and join the conversation!

Attention Bankruptcy and Restructuring Specialists! The M&A Advisor warmly invites you to join our industry experts and thought leaders at the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit on March 24 & 25 at The Ben Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida.
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This episode features ACG CEO Brent Baxter

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