The Deal by S&P Global

Huntington Bank head of capital markets Chris Wood discusses its growth strategy, M&A trends and private equity dynamics.

Sidley Austin's Mehdi Khodadad discusses how he pivoted to advising private equity clients as an associate and what he enjoys about the job. 

Pennant founder and CEO Ryan Nowicki Stewart discusses AI-driven proxy voting, activism intelligence and market disruption.

Cooley CEO Rachel Proffitt discusses her approach to leadership, talent management and lawyers' use of AI.

CCMP Growth Advisors co-managing partner Mark McFadden discusses the firm's research-driven investing in the consumer and industrial markets.

Sodali executives Aneliya Crawford and Bill Dooley discuss activist trends, investor behavior and AI-driven voting.

Unity Partners head of business development Callie Blankenau discusses lower middle market investing and sourcing strategies.

Mark Martin, managing director and global head of pharma services and technology at Houlihan Lokey, discusses M&A momentum and investor sentiment in pharma services.

Keith Fullenweider, chair of Vinson & Elkins, discusses the influence his father had on his career, how he built a PE practice, what he looks for in lateral hires and how he manages challenging conversations. 

Sullivan & Cromwell partner Patrick Gadson discusses activism in banking and the shifting role of proxy advisers.