ACG Great Lakes Capital Connection

?? Only 1 Day Until GLCC 2024! ?? The wait is almost over! We’re just one day away from kicking off the Great Lakes ACG Capital Connection Conference. Get ready for two days of networking, insightful panels, and deal-making opportunities with the top M&A professionals in the industry. From keynote speakers like Ann Compton, Katherine Judge, and Jim Tressel to exclusive panels and record-breaking DealSource sessions, GLCC 2024 promises to be an event you won’t forget. See you tomorrow at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland! #GLCC2024 #ACG #M&A #Networking #CorporateGrowth #Countdown

?? Kick Off Thursday Morning at GLCC 2024 with a Bloody Mary and Coach Tressel! ?? Conference participants, don’t miss the chance to pre-game with a Bloody Mary before heading to our breakfast keynote! Join us on Thursday, September 5 for a morning of inspiration and camaraderie: ?? 7:30 – 10:00 am: Bloody Mary Bar, sponsored by Stout ?? 8:00 – 9:30 am: Breakfast with keynote speaker Jim Tressel, former OSU football coach, sponsored by CIBC Get ready to hear from Coach Tressel as he shares leadership lessons and insights from his celebrated career. Start your day with a great drink, a hearty breakfast, and powerful insights! #GLCC2024 #ACG #JimTressel #Leadership #Networking #BloodyMaryBar

?? Ann Compton: By the Numbers – A Trailblazing Journalist at GLCC 2024! ?? We are excited to welcome Ann Compton as a keynote speaker at GLCC 2024! Ann has made an extraordinary impact in journalism, having covered 7 Presidents and 10 presidential campaigns during her 41-year career at ABC News. As the first woman to cover the White House for a television network, she has traveled to all 50 states and 6 continents with American Presidents, Vice Presidents, and First Ladies. Ann’s won 1 Emmy for her coverage on 9/11 as the only broadcast reporter on Air Force One, being a panelist on 2 presidential general election debates, and serving a term as President of the White House Correspondents’ Association. She has been inducted into 6 Halls of Fame, received 5 honorary university degrees, and holds 1 lifetime achievement award. Ann is also dedicated mother of 4 children and grandmother to 10 grandchildren. Her husband of 45 years, Dr. William Hughes, was most impressed when she was featured as #12 Down in the “Sunday” New York Times crossword! Join us at GLCC 2024 to hear from this legendary journalist! #GLCC2024 #ACG #AnnCompton #Journalism #Leadership #Inspiration

We are thrilled to welcome Katherine Judge, Senior Economist at CIBC, as our keynote speaker during the Grab-N-Go Breakfast on the first day of the conference, September 4 at 8:30 am. With her extensive experience and deep insights into both American and global economic trends, Katherine will provide invaluable perspectives on topics such as interest rates, inflation, labor markets, and GDP growth. Katherine has been with CIBC since 2018, where she regularly publishes insightful commentary and forecasts that impact financial markets. Prior to CIBC, she worked at another major North American bank, focusing on US regional economies. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your day with fresh insights and engaging discussion! #GLCC2024 #ACG #Economics #KeynoteSpeaker #KatherineJudge #Finance #EconomicForecast

We are thrilled to announce that this year’s GLCC Conference will host a record-breaking 148 private equity firms and 108 investment banking firm tables—the highest number in GLCC history! ?? This incredible turnout underscores the power and prestige of the GLCC Conference as the premier event for middle-market deal-making. See you next week at GLCC 2024! #GLCC2024 #DealSource #PrivateEquity #InvestmentBanking #M&A #CorporateGrowth #RecordBreaking

?? Last Call for Beacon Award Nominations! ?? We are excited to remind you about the GLCC YACG Beacon Award, a prestigious accolade that honors young professionals in the Great Lakes region who have made a significant impact on our community over the past year. Do you know a young leader who embodies innovation, leadership, and community impact? Nominate them for this award before the deadline on Monday, August 26. Winners will be announced during the GLCC 2024 Conference on September 4th at 6 PM. Let’s celebrate the emerging leaders who are driving the growth and enhancement of our ACG community! For more details on the nomination process, visit https://bit.ly/3WD0Ara. #GLCC2024 #ACG #BeaconAwards #YoungProfessionals #Leadership #CommunityImpact

??? Explore the flavors of Cleveland’s culinary M&A scene at GLCC 2024! Join us for a special Presentation Panel – Taste & Transactions: Cleveland’s Food Industry M&A Round Table on Wednesday, September 4th at 10 am. at #GLCC24. Our panelists include: Mac Anderson - Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer, Cleveland Kitchen Sergio Bicas – COO, Garden of Flavor Mike Malley – CEO, Malley's Chocolates Tim Novak – Chairman, Sokol Custom Food Ingredients From family-owned businesses seeking private equity backing to homegrown companies expanding through acquisitions, this discussion will provide invaluable insights into the trends and strategies shaping Cleveland’s culinary landscape. Don’t miss this flavorful session—secure your spot today! ?? https://bit.ly/3WSCQ2b #GLCC2024 #ACG #CulinaryM&A #FoodIndustry #Cleveland #CorporateGrowth

?? The countdown begins! Only 20 days until #GLCC24! ?? We're just 20 days away from the Great Lakes ACG Capital Connection Conference! Get ready for two days of incredible networking, insightful panels, and unbeatable deal-sourcing opportunities with over 1,000 middle-market M&A professionals. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, learn about the latest trends in corporate growth, or source new deals, GLCC 2024 is the place to be. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today and be part of the excitement! ?? https://bit.ly/3WSCQ2b #GLCC2024 #ACG #M&A #CorporateGrowth #Networking #Countdown

Big names, big insights—only at GLCC 2024! ?? This year’s GLCC Conference is bringing you two exceptional keynote speakers: ? Ann Compton – Renowned former ABC News White House Correspondent ?? Jim Tressel – Former Head Football Coach at The Ohio State University Get ready to be inspired by Ann Compton’s stories from the front lines of history and Jim Tressel’s insights on leadership and success. You won’t want to miss these powerful sessions! Register now to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/3WSCQ2b #GLCC2024 #ACG #KeynoteSpeakers #Leadership #Networking