M&A Science

Kison Patel

Mergers and Acquisitions

M&A

Private Equity

Corporate Development

Due Diligence

Integration

Dealroom

Integration Strategies

M&A Strategy

Integration Planning

Healthcare

Roll-Up Strategy

M&A Integration

Buyer-Led M&A

Corporate Strategy

Leadership

Value Creation

Investment Banking

M&A Strategies

Risk Management

M&A Science, hosted by Kison Patel (Founder & CEO of DealRoom), is your go-to podcast for mastering the art of mergers and acquisitions. Each week, Kison and his expert guests from leading brands like Xerox, FastLap, and Cisco dig deep into real-world M&A strategies, offering actionable insights to optimize your M&A practice. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or new to the field, M&A Scie... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	412	Founded	9 years ago
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CPG Due Diligence: The Operator Framework Behind a $1B Exit | Keith Levy Part 1

Keith Levy, Operating Partner at Sonoma Brands Capital

Keith Levy backed an exit of just under $1B and a $400M exit using the same five-pillar framework, and he starts with the founder every time. Finance comes last.

As Operating Partner at Sonom... more

23 Apr 2026 • 53 min

400 Acquisitions and a Failed Process: What Happens When You Don't Integrate

Matt James, EVP, CFO & Chief Acquisition Officer at Oakbridge Insurance

Roll-up platforms that skipped real integration are getting exposed when they go to market. Buyers want proof of organic growth, clean data, and a platform that actually functi... more

16 Apr 2026 • 58 min

M&A Roll-Up Playbook: The IRR Framework That Replaced Budgets at Zayo | Dan Caruso (Part 2)

Dan Caruso, Managing Director, Caruso Ventures; Founding CEO of Zayo Group

This is Part 2 of our conversation with Dan Caruso, founder and former CEO of Zayo Group. Be sure to start with Part 1. It covers the Zayo thesis, deal sourcing, structure, ... more

9 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 5 min

M&A Roll-Up Playbook: How Zayo Did 45 Acquisitions and Sold for $14B | Dan Caruso (Part 1)

Dan Caruso, Managing Director, Caruso Ventures; Founding CEO of Zayo Group

Dan Caruso built Zayo from a startup into a $14B+ bandwidth infrastructure platform through 45 acquisitions. In Part 1, he walks through the full buyer-led playbook: how the... more

2 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 7 min

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Recent Guests

Dan Caruso

Founder and former CEO of Zayo

Zayo (former); Cruso Ventures

Episode: M&A Roll-Up Playbook: The IRR Framework That Replaced Budgets at Zayo | Dan Caruso (Part 2)

Rodrigo Dominguez

Partner at White & Case

White & Case

Episode: Cross-Border M&A: Doing Deals in Latin America

Chrissy Cox

Vice President and Head of Corporate Development at Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton

Episode: Partnering Before Purchasing: How Booz Allen Wins Proprietary Deals Early

Nathan Rust

Senior Vice President of Corporate Development at Salas O'Brien

Salas O'Brien

Episode: Cultural Fit Over EBITDA: How Salas O'Brien Built a 30-Merger Program Without a Single Failure

Mauro Sambati

Partner in the M&A Department at Gianni & Origoni (GOP)

Gianni & Origoni

Episode: Cross-Border M&A: How to Do Deals in Italy with Mauro Sambati and Donato Romano

Donato Romano

Partner in the M&A Department at Gianni & Origoni (GOP)

Gianni & Origoni

Episode: Cross-Border M&A: How to Do Deals in Italy with Mauro Sambati and Donato Romano

Robert Lovegrove

Recent Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Milliken & Company

Milliken & Company

Episode: Four Questions That Defined a $1 Billion Deal with Robert Lovegrove

Lars Elfversson

Co-founder of Netlight, board advisor and investor

Netlight

Episode: Stop Falling in Love with the Deal: Guardrails for High-Volume Acquisitions with Birgitta and Lars Elfversson

Ciprian Stan

Integration leader at SALESIANER Gruppe

SALESIANER Gruppe

Episode: Integration Focused M&A: Why Execution Should Inform Strategy Before You Sign Part 2 with Ciprian Stan

Host

Kison Patel

Kison Patel is the Chief Scientist and the founder of an M&A optimization platform, bringing extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions. As host, he engages with leading professionals in the industry to unpack complex M&A strategies and best practices, making insights accessible to his audience.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 330 ratings

Must listen podcast
Amazing content!!
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Blck mamba
United States7 months ago
Awesome
10 stars, learn a lot every podcast.
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anxnsodkcoapsjdj
United Statesa year ago
Insight
This is a must for anyone in or considering M&A. Passion and intellect on display!!
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Barry LaBov
United States2 years ago
Love the podcast!
Love the quality of questions asked
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MathildeCant
India2 years ago
#1 M&A podcast ever
This is the best podcast that talks about mergers and acquisitions, real life experiences and transaction stories! Subscribe, listen, and repeat! Highly recommended.
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Jeanny Dobby
Philippines2 years ago

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There is a strong appreciation for the host's ability to simplify complex topics and facilitate valuable conversations.

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Apple Podcasts	#194	Indonesia/Business
Apple Podcasts	#202	Philippines/Business
Apple Podcasts	#226	Russia/Business
Apple Podcasts	#238	Japan/Business

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Partnering Before Purchasing: How Booz Allen Wins Proprietary Deals Early

Q: What role does culture play in Booz Allen's due diligence and integration?

Culture is tested from the first interaction; site visits, dinners, and in-depth conversations help assess alignment. The integration strategy focuses on preserving the 'secret sauce' and changing management practices to retain value while enabling learning across the combined organization.

Partnering Before Purchasing: How Booz Allen Wins Proprietary Deals Early

Q: How does Booz Allen balance proprietary deals with bank-led processes?

They aim for a mix (roughly 50-50) and emphasize pre-existing relationships; they mentor founders to use bankers early to guide diligence and negotiation, while preserving exclusivity during LOIs to prevent leakage and maintain control.

Partnering Before Purchasing: How Booz Allen Wins Proprietary Deals Early

Q: What is Booz Allen's approach to building an M&A function from scratch in a long-standing company?

The approach centers on leadership sponsorship, a disciplined playbook, and ongoing relationship cultivation with market leaders to create a sustainable pipeline. This includes standing up a diligence function with cross-functional teams, shifting from trackers to live conversations, and treating M&A as a long-term capability rather than a one-off project.

Cross-Border M&A: How to Do Deals in Italy with Mauro Sambati and Donato Romano

Q: What are the main cultural differences in deal-making between the US and Italy?

US buyers tend to move quickly and focus on speed, but they must balance that with relationship-building and local governance, whereas Italian sellers emphasize relationships, retention of key employees, and careful alignment with local cultural norms.

Cultural Fit Over EBITDA: How Salas O'Brien Built a 30-Merger Program Without a Single Failure

Q: How does Salas O'Brien handle post-close integration to maintain autonomy?

They prioritize keeping autonomy for the acquired firms, recognizing that many are entrepreneur-led and not used to a boss. The aim is to preserve what made the firm successful while providing support and resources to grow, avoiding a forced, one-size-fits-all integration approach.

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Frequently Asked Questions About M&A Science

What is M&A Science about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intricate world of mergers and acquisitions, this series offers listeners a wealth of knowledge from expert guests who share their insights and experiences. Key topics frequently addressed include sourcing strategies, due diligence processes, integration efforts post-acquisition, and best practices for divestitures. The discussions often reflect on real-world scenarios, offering listeners actionable advice that can be applied to their own M&A practices. A notable aspect of this series is its emphasis on demystifying complex M&A concepts, making them accessible for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the field. With an extensive library of episodes, the content is rich in practical strategies tailored to enhance deal-... more

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2. Rodrigo Dominguez
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8. Lars Elfversson

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