
EXPANSION CATALYST
When organic growth alone won't meet your objectives, we navigate the complex M&A landscape to identify, evaluate, and integrate strategic acquisitions that accelerate your trajectory.
For companies exploring acquisition targets, preparing for fundraising rounds, or navigating the complex post-merger integration process.
Typical Engagement: 2-4 months
Is Your Company Experiencing:
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Pressure to accelerate growth beyond what organic means can deliver?
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Interest in acquiring capabilities or market access rather than building from scratch?
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Challenges identifying the right acquisition targets that truly complement your business?
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Uncertainty about how to evaluate potential acquisitions beyond financials?
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Post-merger integration challenges that diminish anticipated value?
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Difficulty articulating a compelling value creation thesis to investors or board members?
Key Outcomes You Can Expect:
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Strategic market opportunity map identifying potential acquisition targets
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Clear, compelling value creation thesis to guide acquisition strategy
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Objective evaluation framework for assessing potential targets
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Comprehensive due diligence approach that goes beyond financial metrics
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Risk-mitigated integration plan with clear ownership and milestones
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Technology and culture integration strategies that preserve value
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Value realization dashboard to track synergy capture and ROI
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Long-term roadmap for continued value creation post-acquisition
Tailored Deliverables May Include:
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Market Opportunity Map (visual document)
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Acquisition Target Analysis (spreadsheet model)
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Value Creation Thesis (strategic document)
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Acquisition Criteria Framework (evaluation matrix)
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Due Diligence Checklist and Findings (comprehensive document)
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Deal Structure Recommendation (strategic document)
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Integration Risk Assessment (matrix document)
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100-Day Integration Plan (detailed timeline)
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Technology Consolidation Strategy (roadmap document)
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Culture Integration Framework (process document)
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Post-Merger Value Realization Dashboard (template)
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Long-term Synergy Roadmap (visual timeline)
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Lessons Learned Playbook (reference document)
Our Engagement Framework
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Discovery: We begin with a focused diagnostic to understand your current situation, challenges, and objectives
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Alignment: We collaborate with your leadership to prioritize opportunities and develop an action plan
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Execution: We work alongside your team to implement solutions and deliver measurable outcomes
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Transfer: We ensure your team has the capabilities and frameworks to sustain momentum

THE FOUNDATION GROWTH APPROACH
Our Catalyst Series of engagements is designed to energize your existing business foundations and accelerate your growth trajectory.
Each engagement:
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Respects What You've Built: We don't start from scratch but instead leverage and enhance your existing strengths
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Delivers Immediate Value: Each engagement produces tangible deliverables and actionable insights
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Breaks Down Silos: We work across functional boundaries where the greatest opportunities often exist
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Transfers Knowledge: We ensure your team gains capabilities that extend beyond our engagement
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Maintains Flexibility: Our approach adapts to your evolving needs and priorities
Contact Foundation Growth Advisors today to identify which Catalyst will accelerate your company's next growth phase.