Cornerstone International Alliance

As our 2025 CIA Summit begins, we want to highlight our amazing event sponsors! A huge THANK YOU to the following sponsors for their support! ?? ? Lamar Stanley of Highland Rim Capital ? Kyle Madden of KLH Capital? ? Will Guthrie of Boyne Capital ? Nick German of Pine Tree Equity Partners We couldn’t do it without our fantastic member sponsors. Looking forward to a great summit together! #mergersandacquistions #membership #sponsorship

Here’s your sneak peek at our industry presenters for our CIA Summit in Miami. ???? They’re each bringing their expertise in a specific M&A industry straight to YOU: Craig Castelli, of Caber Hill Advisors - Healthcare Sharon Heaton, of sbLiftOff - GovCon Kelly Kunkle of Paragon Software - Software We can’t wait to hear them hone in on their industries and share their valuable knowledge with the Summit. Which topic are you most excited for? #mergersandacquistions #speakers #membership Shaunna Balady

Our summit in Miami is right around the corner, and we’re bringing together a wealth of M&A knowledge from all over the world. ?? Say hello to our amazing presenters ?? who are joining us from 5 different countries. Jim Friesen, MBA, CPA, CMAA - Portage M&A Advisory (Mergers & Acquisitions) | Business Valuation | Sell-Side | Buy-Side) , Canada ???? Guilherme (GC) Carlos, CFA - WGF Partners, Brazil ???? Enrick Gane - PAX Corporate Finance, France ???? Hans Minnaar - Florijnz Corporate Finance, The Netherlands ???? Al Statz - Exit Strategies Group, Inc., USA ???? They’ll be sharing their international expertise on these five topics: Economic trends, lending environment, buyer appetite, hot industries, cold industries and the state of M&A. Can’t wait! #mergersandacquistions #membership #speakers?#international

Collaboration drives success! ?? Walden Mergers & Acquisitions knows the power of partnership, and we’re proud to have them as part of Cornerstone International Alliance. Through our shared resources, global reach, and collective expertise, CIA members elevate each other—and the entire M&A industry. Hear from John S. Phillips, on how CIA membership enhances their transactions: https://lnkd.in/d_RgXGHE #mergersandacquisitions #membership #investmentbanking

Are You Thinking About Your Exit Strategy? Too many business owners wait until it’s too late to plan their exit, but the reality is—timing and preparation are everything. In this episode of The M&A Mastermind Podcast, I sit down with Jim Erben, an expert in exit and succession planning, to talk about what business owners must consider before stepping away. With the ‘silver tsunami’ of baby boomer business owners preparing to exit, the need for thoughtful succession planning has never been greater. Jim also offers a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Succession by Design, and explains why cultural fit is just as important as financials in a successful transition. Key takeaways: ? Exit planning should start with clear personal and business objectives. ? Aligning personal wealth with business value ensures long-term success. ? Market trends and timing can make or break an exit—be prepared. Tune in now, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and rate the podcast—new episodes drop every Thursday at 9 AM CST! ??https://lnkd.in/gmXitqQC #podcast #mergersandacquisitions #insurance?

John S. Phillips, president at Walden Mergers & Acquisitions, a valued member of Cornerstone International Alliance, recently shared his unique perspective acquiring and selling my own businesses is critical for achieving buyer and seller goals in an M&A transaction. Listen in and hear more about John's journey and his contributions to the industry. #mergersandacquisitions #goals #businessowners

We are delighted to highlight Lisa Riley's recent participation in the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Wealth Wise Women Lunch & Learn Series event, where she shared her expertise on business valuation and strategic growth planning. Lisa's dedication to empowering women entrepreneurs exemplifies the values we uphold at Cornerstone International Alliance. Discover more about Lisa's impactful work and her commitment to advancing women in business. #womeninbusiness #mergersandacquisitions?#leadership

?? The Power of Authentic Relationships in M&A ?? At Cornerstone International Alliance, we celebrate the strength of trust and connection in professional relationships. Kyle Griffith, CBI, CMAP, one of our outstanding members, recently highlighted the incredible insights shared by his colleague Jim Cumbee JD, MBA, on the M&A Mastermind Podcast hosted by Nick Olsen. ??? Jim emphasized that the foundation of referrals and opportunities lies in trust, credibility, and the value we bring to others. His message serves as a powerful reminder that authenticity and meaningful conversations can lead to extraordinary outcomes. Thank you, Kyle, for shining a light on this inspiring episode, Jim for your invaluable wisdom, and Nick for curating relevant and impactful content for the M&A community. ?? Listen here:?https://lnkd.in/gpmAphJT #podcast #mergersandacquisitions #referrals

Exciting insights from one of our esteemed Cornerstone International Alliance members, Craig Castelli, Founder & CEO at Caber Hill Advisors. Craig recently shared his expertise on the Becker Private Equity and Business Podcast. His wealth of knowledge and practical advice continues to make a significant impact in the M&A space. ?? Don’t miss this episode—grab the link in the post. #mergersandacquisitions #podcast?#privateequity

?? Exciting news from CIA member, Sharon Heaton, CEO of sbLiftOff! We’re proud to have members like Sharon who are shaping the future of deal-making with expertise, empathy, and innovation—keep inspiring, Sharon! #mergersandacquisitions #valuation #investmentbanking