Join us for Flaster Greenberg's highly anticipated Sixth Annual M&A Conference, proudly sponsored by M&T Bank!
Our half-day conference will feature three dynamic sessions, plus ample opportunities to network with business owners/executives and M&A professionals. It’s the perfect setting to make valuable connections that could benefit your next deal.
New this year – the Deal Hallway!
This dedicated networking space will give attendees even more opportunities to connect, collaborate, and explore potential deal partnerships throughout the morning. Scroll down for more information.
Date, Time & Location
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 2349 Marlton Pike West, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Conference Highlights
- Breakfast & Networking: 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
- Conference Sessions: 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- What's Trending in M&A
- AI, Privacy, Cybersecurity, & Other Intellectual Property Issues in M&A Transactions
- Integration and Lessons Learned from Deals
- Luncheon ($25): 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
(100% of proceeds will go to the Food Bank of Southern New Jersey)
CONTINUING EDUCATION
- CLE & CPE credits available
COST
- There is no charge to register.
- Registration is free, but there’s a nominal fee of $25 for those attending the luncheon. All lunch proceeds will go to the Food Bank of Southern New Jersey.
Agenda
Welcome | 8:45 a.m.
Introductory Remarks by Tami Bogutz Steinberg, Chair, Business Transactions Department, Flaster Greenberg PC and Bill Cornelius, Senior Vice President, M&T Bank | Middle Market Lending Group
Session I | 9:00 – 9:50 a.m.
What’s Trending in M&A?
As market conditions continue to shift, M&A deal terms are evolving alongside valuation and timing expectations. Moderated by Flaster Greenberg shareholder, Anne Madonia, this panel will examine current market trends, key deal terms, and what buyers and sellers can expect in the near future.
Speakers
- Kenneth Baronoff, Vice Chairman, Solomon Partners
- Paul Hogan, Senior VP & Managing Director, M&T Bank Corporation
- Nathan L. Meisberger, CFA®, Vice President, Private Business Advisory, JP Morgan
Session II | 10:00 – 10:50 a.m.
AI, Privacy, Cybersecurity, & Other Intellectual Property Issues in M&A Transactions
In a digital world, hidden AI, data privacy, cybersecurity and other IP issues can derail an M&A transaction.
This panel, moderated by Flaster Greenberg Shareholder Mariel Giletto, will highlight key risks, evolving due diligence practices, and strategies for identifying and addressing technology and IP issues before closing.
Speakers
- Carl Jones, Managing Director, FTI Consulting
- Sundar Nagarajan, Vice President - Cyber Risk Advisory, AON PLC
- Peter Wakiyama, Shareholder and Practice Group Leader, AI, Privacy, and Cybersecurity, Flaster Greenberg PC
Session III | 11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
Integration and Lessons Learned from Deals
This panel, moderated by Flaster Greenberg Shareholder Lauren Schwimmer, will discuss cultural alignment, integration challenges, and post-closing realities.
The panelists will also examine real-world lessons from both successful and failed M&A transactions, focusing on the often-overlooked “soft” issues that can make or break a deal.
Speakers
- Katherine Horowitz, Executive Vice President and Head of Business Units, The Institutes
- Horatiu Maiorescu, Executive Vice President, CLM Advisors
- Lane Wiggers, Co-Managing Partner/Lead Operating Partner, Argosy Private Equity
Closing Remarks | 11:50 a.m.
Steven Poulathas, Co-Managing Shareholder, Flaster Greenberg PC
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