Mergers & Acquisitions: Current Market Trends and Advisor Implications

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Learning Objectives:

  • Identify key trends shaping the current M&A market, including buyer profiles, valuation drivers, and prevailing deal structures.

  • Analyze the impact of market conditions on transaction outcomes, including risk allocation, financing considerations, and seller leverage.

  • Apply current M&A insights to advisor-client engagements, supporting more effective guidance on timing, positioning, and ownership transition planning.

Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Time: 7:45 am - 9:15 am Central Time
Cost: $50 In-Person Event; Complimentary to Members & Sponsors with Code
Location: Hellmuth & Johnson 8050 West 78th Street, 4th Floor Edina, MN 55439

Buying a Franchise Webinar

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Topics Include:

  • Why buyers should consider franchise opportunities

  • Franchise investment opportunities

  • Franchise evaluation process

  • Top franchise opportunities in your market

Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm Central Time

Cocktails & Conversations

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Connect with fellow professionals, enjoy great conversation, and unwind after the workday.
Drinks, networking, and good vibes guaranteed.
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Central Time
Location: 1300 Godward Street NE, Suite 6000, Minneapolis, MN 55413

2026 M&A Summit
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Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Location: JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America