It’s been a while since I first stepped into the M&A space, but I vividly recall that moment. I can still see the colors of the folders in that infinite data room, the endless back-and-forth of emails, and the countless Excel files we relied on to maintain control. It was my first deal, and navigating it felt like being lost in a deep, intricate maze, yet there was a thrill in every twist and turn. Reflecting on how M&A has evolved is remarkable. The core principles—finding opportunities, managing workflows, and connecting with people—remain steadfast. Yet much has changed. What was once a physical room packed with data is now a Virtual Data Room (VDR). Over the past decade, companies have tried to streamline the process by tackling issues one at a time. You’d have a platform for NDA signing, another for managing deals, and another for finding opportunities. This fragmented approach has become the norm, persisting longer than it should have. Looking back at that first deal and the complex maze we call “doing a deal,” a realization hit me. Everyone had focused on fixing isolated parts of the process—signing, CRM, data rooms—without creating something truly comprehensive. No one had dared to dream of a single, centralized platform where you could do it all: find deals, manage data, and connect with the right people, all in one place. This led to AMIVA+, a platform designed to address the challenges I encountered during that first deal and many others since. AMIVA+ isn’t just another tool; it’s a response to the fragmented and frustrating processes that have dominated M&A for too long. It’s about bringing everything together under one roof, making the complex simple, and the overwhelming manageable. Recently, an article in CEO Weekly captured what AMIVA+ represents. It explored how the platform integrates every step of the M&A process, from finding and managing deals to fostering meaningful connections. The article highlighted something I’ve always believed in—M&A is as much about people as it is about numbers and data. And that’s what AMIVA+ honors. Read it below. To further illustrate how AMIVA+ aligns with the market’s evolving needs, we’ve introduced a Buyer Personalized Newsletter. Each edition is thoughtfully curated, offering insights and opportunities tailored to specific buyers. It’s a reflection of how we see the future of M&A—more personalized, more connected. Comment "Buy Side" and I'll reply with the link. We’ve also made it easier for brokers and bankers to showcase their listings without the usual hurdles. The platform offers a straightforward way to put opportunities in front of the right audience, enhancing visibility without unnecessary complexity. Comment “Sell Side” and I’ll help set you up for free. AMIVA+ is a culmination of everything we’ve learned, a step forward in making M&A more accessible and human. It’s not just about changing the process; it’s about evolving with it—and leading it.
This is an amazing platform that has been needed for a long time. AMIVA + is going to change the way deals are done from start to finish. Well Done!
Pavlos Kariotis
3mo
Congrats Mike!
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3moAmazing stuff!