Strategic Thinking
True leadership requires flying at every altitude from 30,000 feet high down to the shop floor. Successful leaders must have the ability to see the big picture as well as a clear understanding of the strategy’s impact on the organization and the market in which it operates.
Dave has successfully devised strategy and led change in markets that faced technical obsolescence and shifts in consumer preferences. Having a seasoned executive that can act as an objective third-party to assist in crafting strategy and making key operational decisions provides for clarity of thinking and implementation risk mitigation.
Risks and Rewards
Mergers and acquisitions can be very rewarding but pose their own set of challenges including:
Even with proper execution, the majority of acquisitions are not accretive after five years, hence the importance of the structure, price, and terms. This is analogous to saying that the money made in real estate is made at the time of purchase and renovation, not at the time of sale.
An Expert Solution
Over the years, Dave has either led, directed, or closed close to a dozen acquisitions across North America and Western Europe – with the largest acquisition exceeding $1 billion.
Having a seasoned third party executive who understands a myriad of business’s issues can prevent you and your company from making a dilutive acquisition.
Oftentimes, the transaction itself becomes the objective and the reason behind the transaction is lost in the heat of the negotiation. As an experienced third-party, Mr. Rubenstein can provide sound, unbiased advice and bring value by keeping the transaction on the right track. Dave can also facilitate the integration after closing the deal, focusing only on the best solutions for the company.
Post Acquisiton Harvesting Synergies Through Facility Rationalization
Harvesting synergies by rationalizing facilities can be challenging. Having led the closure of seven facilities in North America and Europe, Dave has an extensive background in the process of strategic reviews including: