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Inovia Sessions Podcast – Exploring Strategic Partnerships and M&A with Ernest Chi, Senior Director of Product Acceleration at 1Password

In this episode of Inovia Sessions, host Meryl Almeida sits down with Ernest Chi, Senior Director of Product Acceleration at 1Password, to dive deep into the world of strategic partnerships and M&A. Ernest shares insights from his impressive career spanning roles in high-growth tech companies and his current position overseeing partnerships and corporate development at…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast – Patrick Pichette, A Board Member’s Perspective on M&A

Join us on this insightful episode of Inovia Sessions where we explore the intricate role of board members in mergers and acquisitions. Our guest today is Patrick Pichette, a seasoned board member with a storied history as the CFO of Google and board chair at Twitter. Hosted by Meryl Almeida, this discussion delves into Patrick’s…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast – Jann Lau, Senior Director of Corporate Development at PayPal, on Mastering M&A Across Economic Cycles

Dive into the complexities of M&A with Jann Lau, a Senior Director of Corporate Development at PayPal, on this episode of Inovia Sessions.  Hosted by Meryl Almeida, this discussion explores how Jann’s varied roles at companies like Square and his experience with PayPal’s inorganic growth strategies have shaped his perspective on M&A. Jann discusses the…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast – Navigating Successful Exits with Alex Leclerc, Co-Founder & CEO of Poka

Tune into this episode of Inovia Sessions where host Meryl Almeida discusses the fascinating journey of Alex Leclerc, co-founder and CEO of Poka.  Discover how Alex led his company through a strategic exit to IFS despite a challenging M&A landscape. Alex shares valuable insights on selecting and working with an investment bank, choosing an acquirer,…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast – The Strategic Moves Behind Atlassian’s M&A Success with Sarah Hughes, Head of Corporate Development and Product Partnerships

In this enlightening episode of Inovia Sessions, host Meryl Almeida welcomes Sarah Hughes, head of Atlassian’s venture arm, partnerships team, and corporate development function.  Sarah discusses the strategic role these divisions play in fueling Atlassian’s growth, highlighting the recent $975 million acquisition of Loom. She explains how Atlassian, like Inovia, leverages ecosystem maps and early…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast – Mastering M&A with Hilary Shirazi, Head of Corporate Development at Notion

In this episode of Inovia Sessions, join host Meryl Almeida as she sits down with Hilary Shirazi, Head of Corporate Development at Notion.  With a remarkable background spanning roles at Pinterest, Zendesk, and LinkedIn, Hilary shares her extensive experience in navigating complex M&A transactions. This discussion delves into how reporting structures impact M&A, the strategic…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast – Season Premiere: Navigating the Complex World of M&A

Welcome to Season 2 of Inovia Sessions. This season, we’re diving deep into the world of mergers and acquisitions. Hosted by Meryl Almeida, Director of Corporate Development at Inovia, we’ll explore the critical aspects of M&A, from planning to execution.  Join us as we discuss strategies with seasoned executives, board members, and founders who’ve successfully…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast: Making Dual HQs Work

Inovia Sessions offers a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship, presenting insights, discussions, and firsthand experiences from those at the forefront of the industry. We’re excited to launch the last episode of our The Door to America mini-series, which provides a focused look at the strategies and intricacies of business expansion in the North…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast: Bridging European and North American Business Practices

The realm of tech entrepreneurship is vast, complex, and ever-evolving. Inovia Sessions offers a deep dive into this world, presenting insights, discussions, and firsthand experiences from those at the forefront of the industry. We’re excited to continue The Door to America mini-series, which provides a focused look at the strategies and intricacies of business expansion…

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Inovia Sessions Podcast: Mastering the Art of U.S. Expansion

The realm of tech entrepreneurship is vast, complex, and ever-evolving. Inovia Sessions offers a deep dive into this world, presenting insights, discussions, and firsthand experiences from those at the forefront of the industry. We’re excited to continue The Door to America mini-series, which provides a focused look at the strategies and intricacies of business expansion…

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