Add-On Ready: Preparing Your Company for Successful Acquisition Integration
Presented By: Consero Global
Add-on acquisitions can accelerate growth—but only when companies are prepared to absorb them. This session brings together experienced acquirers, private equity investors, and integration experts to explore what it takes to be truly “add-on ready.” Panelists will discuss how aligning leadership, systems, processes, and culture before closing enables smoother integrations, faster synergies, and less disruption, turning acquisition strategies into repeatable growth engines rather than costly operational challenges.
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Partner
BV Investment Partners
Sam joined the Firm in March 2019, as a Senior Associate. Prior to joining BV, he was a Senior Associate at Pamplona Capital Management and an Associate in the Investment Banking Division at Deutsche Bank. Sam earned his B.A. in Physics and Mathematical Sciences from Colby College in 2011 and his B.E. in Engineering Sciences with a concentration in Mechanical Engineering from Dartmouth College in 2012.
CEO
Magical Beginnings Learning Centers
A dynamic and accomplished leader with a keen eye for detail and a talent for strategic foresight, Sarah is dedicated to unlocking the power of her team to ensure organizational success. As a high-energy, dedicated leader, Sarah excels at engaging individuals and motivating teams to reach their full potential.
Her commitment to excellence has consistently driven both organic and new business growth. Sarah is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that foster financial performance and enhance quality and efficiency. Her forward-thinking approach allows her to envision long-term outcomes and make well-informed decisions through careful analysis and planning.
Sarah's goal is to cultivate a culture of trust and innovation, inspiring all stakeholders to align with the organization's vision and collaboratively achieve exceptional results.
CEO
Eliassen Group
Dave MacKeen Jr. has held leadership positions within the Technology Staffing industry for over two decades, including the roles of CFO and president, prior to becoming CEO of Eliassen Group in 2010. During his tenure as CEO, Dave has spearheaded tremendous company growth, working in collaboration with his team and utilizing a combination of organic and acquisitive tactics and strategies to stay aligned with changing staffing industry dynamics. Under Dave’s leadership, Eliassen Group has completed its third private equity partnership, with the most recent being Stone Point Capital, positioning Eliassen Group to transformational growth as a leading national strategic consulting and talent solutions firm.
While at Eliassen Group, Dave has enjoyed significant achievements at the regional and national level, including the following:
- Recognition from the Boston Business Journal as 2021’s Citizens Middle Market Executive of the Year
- Staffing Industry Analysts' annual Staffing 100 North America list for seven consecutive years and nine times overall. In 2022, SIA welcomed Dave into the Staffing 100 Hall of Fame
Additionally, Dave serves on several boards including the Bentley Executive Club, Endicott College Board of Advisors, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Van Noy Valor Foundation and Saint John’s Prep Trustee Associate .