Project: MERGING OF A GROUP OF COMPANIES IN SIMILAR INDUSTRY

Synopsis: Evaluate the performance of seven independent companies, some with common shareholders, to:

• Evaluate synergies
• Recommend model for merging
• Value the respective entities
• Identify due diligence issues
• Advise on need for a shareholders agreement separate from the Constitution
• Project financial implications for merger
• Facilitate meetings to resolve impediments

Contact: Kevin Wearne

Project: ACQUISITION OF COMPETITOR

Synopsis: Participate in team consisting of in-house executives and external advisors to:

• Evaluate opportunity
• Feasibility study
• Identification of synergies
• Negotiate acquisition
• Carry out due diligence
• Develop integration strategy

Contact: Kevin Wearne or Bill Murphy