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vcfo’s Houston Managing Director, Dustin Williamson, recently joined the School for Startups podcast to discuss what truly defines a successful M&A deal. With decades of experience in financial strategy, operational efficiency, and business transformation, Dustin has been on every side of the M&A table—seeing firsthand that the best deals aren’t always the ones that close.
In this insightful conversation, Dustin shares:
- The biggest red flags that signal when a deal should be reconsidered
- The hidden costs of integration struggles and post-merger misalignment
- Why the discipline to say “no” is just as powerful as the strategy to say “yes”
Drawing from real-world transactions, Dustin breaks down the lessons learned from both successful deals and those that were wisely avoided. His candid, no-nonsense approach offers valuable guidance for business owners, investors, and executives navigating the complexities of M&A.
