M&A, INTEGRATION & SEPARATION

Accelerate deal value with on-demand M&A expertise

M&A is about more than just transactions — it’s an opportunity to discover new avenues for growth, unlock efficiency, and improve your business model. M&A success hinges on having the right expertise at the right time. Catalant’s unique model gives you immediate access to veteran deal-makers, former executives, and top-tier consultants. Unlike traditional consulting firms, we offer flexible, targeted support across the M&A lifecycle – from strategy through integration – scaling our involvement based on your specific needs.

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AN OFFERING FOR EVERY STAGE

Our approach mirrors the strategic progression of successful transactions

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Target Identification & Strategic Alignment

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Comprehensive Due Diligence

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Deal Structuring & Valuation

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Post-Merger Integration & Separation

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Exit Preparation & Optimization

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YOUR VALUE CREATION JOURNEY

The difference between a deal that merely closes and one that creates lasting value

Target Identification & Strategic Alignment

Comprehensive Due Diligence

Deal Structuring & Valuation

Post-Merger Integration & Separation

Exit Preparation & Optimization

In a marketplace saturated with potential acquisitions, finding the right target is both an art and a science. Our target identification services go beyond simple data collection, diving deep into market intelligence to uncover hidden opportunities that align perfectly with your strategic vision.

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Conduct comprehensive market analysis

Develop custom scoring frameworks

Identify high-potential targets with strategic fit

Prioritize opportunities with maximum ROI potential

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Due diligence is the critical lens through which potential risks and opportunities come into focus. We transform this essential process from a mere compliance exercise into a strategic investigation that uncovers the true potential and hidden challenges of potential acquisitions.

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Perform in-depth commercial and operational assessments

Leverage advanced financial modeling

Evaluate technical infrastructure and intellectual property

Identify key growth levers and potential integration challenges

Provide comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation strategies

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Successful deal-making requires more than financial acumen—it demands strategic vision and meticulous planning. Our experts bridge the gap between financial metrics and strategic objectives, creating deal structures that maximize value and minimize risk.

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Develop detailed, forward-looking deal blueprints

Establish comprehensive integration roadmaps

Facilitate cross-functional stakeholder alignment

Design actionable implementation strategies

Create frameworks for long-term value creation

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The true test of any merger, acquisition, or separation lies not in a deal’s signing but in its successful execution. We approach integration and separation as holistic transformations, focusing on operational excellence and cultural harmony while minimizing business disruption.

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Establish robust integration or separation blueprints

Manage cultural transformation, TSAs, and other critical initiatives

Track real-time synergy realization

Ensure operational stability and customer focus

Implement continuous improvement frameworks

Every successful business journey requires strategic foresight, especially when preparing for a potential exit. We help leaders transform years of hard work into maximum value, ensuring a smooth and profitable transition.

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Conduct thorough valuation and enhancement assessments

Explore multiple exit strategy options

Streamline operations to attract optimal buyers

Manage confidential transaction processes

Preserve and enhance organizational legacy

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additional capabilities

Comprehensive support for every critical step

Market Sizing & Segmentation

Carve-Out Strategy

Transaction Readiness Assessment

Competitive Landscape Mapping

Investment Thesis Development

Post-Merger Playbook Development

Synergy Modeling

Valuation Modeling

Vendor & Partner Integration Strategy

Strategic Options Analysis

MEET our experts

Catalant’s deep expertise in M&A

Our M&A Experts have led transformative deals at top consulting firms and Fortune 500 companies, bringing battle-tested frameworks and industry-specific insights to your transaction. Whether you’re navigating your first acquisition or executing a complex rollup strategy, you’ll benefit from experienced Experts who have facilitated thousands of deals within your sector.

Steven F.

Ex-BCG, JPMorgan, PE investor and Head of BD for Alphabet-acquired AICo

Multidisciplinary leader across consulting, banking, and tech. As a trusted M&A consultant, he has supported hundreds of transactions.

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Yvonne G.

Ex-FTI partner, EY Parthenon, extensive work on mid and large-scale deals

Specializes in buy-side and sell-side diligence, carve-outs, and post-merger integration across Private Equity and Corporate sectors.

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Chrissie G.

Ex-Bain, VP Corporate Development at DraftKings, drove 10x growth

Deep expertise in strategy, M&A, and operational efficiency at fast-growing companies.

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Chad K.

Former M&A leader at Walmart and Deloitte, led 25+ transactions

Specializes in strategy, M&A, business transformation, and change management for startup, mid-size, and Fortune 500 organizations.

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Jason M.

Ex-Bain, deep experience in PE and with PE-backed companies

Specializes in change management, financial modeling, and integration across multiple sectors like e-commerce, aerospace, and healthcare.

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Myles M.

Ex-Deloitte M&A leader, 30+ deals, buy & sell side

Guides PE firms and F500 organizations through due diligence, integration, separations, and post-close execution to ensure seamless transitions and maximize value.

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Joanne I.

Former Genuine Foods CFO, SVP Compass Group NA

Finance executive with deep expertise in M&A, financial roadmapping, zero-based budgeting, and growth strategy for public and private companies.

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Daniel C.

Former Platinum Equity VPT and Ex-Oliver Wyman principal

A value creation and transformation leader with a focus on PE-backed life science companies. Expert in M&A strategy, due diligence, and portfolio growth.

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M&A, Integration & Separation Case Studies
Leading eCommerce Platform’s First International Acquisition

A complex, 9-figure cross-border deal with tight timelines and regulatory hurdles closed in 70 days, with 20 targets across three regions evaluated, strategic adjustments negotiated and approvals secured 40% faster than industry benchmarks.

results:

$40M

in revenue synergies through cross-marketing

20%

reduction in IT and fulfillment cost

15%

increase in share price following announcement

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M&A, Integration & Separation Case Studies
Digital Health Breakthrough:
Strategic Telehealth Acquisition

A healthcare technology firm faced potential risks in a telehealth startup acquisition. Our due diligence uncovered $8M in overstated revenue and patent vulnerabilities.

results:

$5M

price reduction

35%

growth in customer base within the first year

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M&A, Integration & Separation Case Studies
Pharmaceutical Merger:
Precision Integration

A Fortune 500 pharmaceutical company acquiring a clinical trials software provider risked operational disruption. Our eight-week integration plan addressed leadership concerns, created 20+ Day 1 milestones, and delivered $10M in operational synergies — with zero interruptions to any client services.

results:

$10M

delivered in operational synergies

25%

reduction in IT transition costs

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Exceptional client outcomes

We’ve completed more than 250 M&A engagements in recent years.

“We engaged Catalant to support with due diligence on an add-on transaction. The work was excellent, timely, and professional. We highly recommend Catalant’s Experts for any due diligence work and will continue to work with them in the future.”

Mid-Market PE Firm Leader
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