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EMINAE Business Acquisition Symposium

  • September 25, 2025 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • CohnReznick LLP

    1301 Avenue of the Americas
    New York, New York 10019
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Description

Event Overview:

Eminae Business Acquisition Symposium on September 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at CohnReznick LLP, 1301 Avenue of the Americas 10th Floor, New York, NY 10019.

 

Join a focused, invite-only afternoon for investors, private equity groups, and business owners. Learn how active lenders and deal advisors look at value and risk, what financing is available today, and how deals reach the finish line. Meet credible peers during breaks and strengthen your M&A network.

 

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Headline Speakers

Alex Lukashov (Fintent.ai) 

CEO & Founder of Fintent, a deal-sourcing platform that uses AI, alternative, and behavioral data to help investors and bankers find and prioritize targets.

David Mullings (Blue Mahoe Holdings) 

Founder & Chairman of Blue Mahoe Holdings, a Caribbean-focused private investment firm connecting regional businesses with global capital; leading the planned NASDAQ listing of Blue Mahoe Capital.

Who this is for

  • Investors and acquirers in the lower middle market
  • Business owners planning growth or a future exit
  • Lenders and advisors who support M&A

What you will learn

  • How buyers evaluate value, risk, and fit
  • What lenders expect before they finance a deal
  • Steps owners can take now to be deal-ready
  • Current market notes from active practitioners

Event Agenda

1:00 – 1:40 PM | Registration & Networking

Check-in, welcome refreshments, open networking.

 

1:40 – 1:50 PM | Opening Remarks

Host welcome and agenda review.

 

1:50 – 2:40 PM | Panel 1 — Capital That Closes: Smart Funding for Today’s Deals

Topics: Today’s rates and tighter lending; banks vs alternative lenders; SBA vs bank loans; private credit & ABL; seller notes & earnouts; what lenders care about; common red flags; how to combine funding to close.

 

2:50 – 3:20 PM | Technology in M&A: Strategic Deal Sourcing in the Age of AI

Topics: AI for target lists; faster research; fit scoring; intent signals; compliant outreach; weekly sourcing workflow.

 

3:20 – 3:50 PM | Networking & Refreshments

 

3:50 – 4:40 PM | Panel 2 — Deal Makers’ Playbook: From LOI to Close

Topics: Valuation in competitive deal processes; risk tools that protect both sides; integration essentials; fast value creation; structures that bridge gaps; trends shaping deal terms.

 

4:50 – 5:20 PM | 🔥 Fireside Chat — Inside the Mind of a Dealmaker

Topics: Dealmaking fundamentals; risk and valuation discipline; practical structures; investor credibility; common pitfalls; focused segment on Caribbean opportunities and cross-border funding.

 

5:20 – 5:30 PM | Closing Remarks

 

5:30 – 6:00 PM | Networking & Refreshments

 

6:00 – 8:00 PM | VIP Cocktail Reception (Private Location)By invitation.

 

Session Details

Panel 1 — Capital That Closes: Smart Funding for Today’s Deals

Session overview

How to get deals funded in today’s market. Hear what lenders look for, when to use SBA or bank loans, where private credit fits, and how to build a capital stack that can close with fewer surprises.

 

Panelists

What this session covers

  • Rates and lending rules: how they change approvals
  • Banks vs alternatives: who funds when banks slow
  • SBA vs conventional vs alternative: which path fits your deal
  • Private credit and ABL: where they help
  • Bridge tools: seller notes and earnouts
  • What lenders value most (operator and business)
  • Red flags that derail financing and how to fix them
  • How to combine funding so a deal can close

Technology in M&A: Strategic Deal Sourcing in the Age of AI 

Speaker: Alex Lukashov, CEO, Fintent.ai

Session overview

How AI helps investors and advisors find and qualify targets faster. Learn simple ways to turn a clear buy box into living target lists, speed company research, rank who to contact first, and send compliant outreach that gets replies. See how to use signals to time outreach and put this into a weekly workflow.

 

What you’ll learn

  • Turn a buy box into repeatable search criteria
  • Build and refresh target lists using public and alternative signals
  • Create quick company briefs and verify sources
  • Score and prioritize targets by fit and momentum
  • Spot intent signals to time outreach
  • Draft compliant, personalized outreach and log it to your CRM
  • Run a simple weekly sourcing workflow your team will follow

Panel 2 — Deal Makers’ Playbook: From LOI to Close

Session overview

How to win and close in a competitive market. Focus on valuation in competitive deal processes, tools that reduce risk, integration essentials after close, practical ways to create value, structures that bridge gaps, and the market trends shaping terms today.

Panelists

What this session covers

  • Valuation in competitive deal processes: pricing discipline, comps, QoE, and how growth vs risk moves multiples
  • Risk mitigation: smart diligence plans, escrows, indemnities, and when reps & warranties insurance help
  • Integration essentials: align people, customers, systems, and reporting so value sticks after close
  • Value creation levers: quick wins in pricing, margin, cross-sell, and working capital
  • Complex structures that close gaps: earnouts, seller notes, equity rollovers, holdbacks—and when each fits
  • Market trends that matter now: credit conditions, buyer competition, sector hot spots, and how they affect terms

🔥 Fireside Chat — Inside the Mind of a Dealmaker 

Speaker: David Mullings, Founder, Chairman & CEO, Blue Mahoe Holdings Inc.

Moderator: Kyle Griffith, Managing Partner, The NYBB Group; Founder & CEO, Eminae Network

 

Session overview

A candid, practical conversation about making deals in today’s market. David Mullings shares how he evaluates opportunities, prices risk, chooses structures, and builds credibility to move from LOI to close. He also leads a focused segment on the Caribbean: what to watch, how to navigate risk, and ways to connect local companies with global capital.

 

What you will learn

  • Dealmaking fundamentals: valuation discipline, fit, and diligence must-haves
  • Risk tools that protect both sides: escrows, indemnities, reps & warranties insurance
  • Structures that bridge gaps: earnouts, seller notes, equity rollovers, minority vs control
  • Negotiating under uncertainty: working capital, net debt, timelines, governance
  • Building investor trust: reporting, operator readiness, post-close plans
  • Common pitfalls that stall deals—and simple fixes
  • Caribbean segment: pricing country/currency/regulatory risk; using local partners; cross-border structures; prep for outside investment

Moderated by Kyle Griffith, founder of Eminae and managing partner at The NYBB Group, this session is designed to help CEOs and advisors navigate market complexity and make smarter, data-informed decisions when preparing for a successful acquisition.

 

Discover strategic approaches, connect with industry experts, and unlock opportunities for profitable acquisitions. This is your chance to not only elevate your business growth strategy but also to form meaningful connections with leaders in the M&A space.

 

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About Eminae

Eminae is a network for CEOs, business owners, investors, and deal professionals. We focus on practical education and real-world M&A dialogue that helps serious operators prepare for growth, acquisitions, and successful exits.

 

 

 

About the Eminae CEO Forum

The Eminae CEO Forum is an exclusive educational event designed for CEOs, business owners, and M&A professionals navigating critical transitions. Whether focused on growth, mergers, or exit strategies, this private forum connects you with an elite group of advisors and consultants who provide actionable insights and expert guidance tailored to your unique challenges.

 

At the core of the Eminae Network’s mission is our dedication to empowering leaders with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of deal-making. Through dynamic panel discussions and thought-provoking presentations, attendees will gain strategic insights to drive success and maximize opportunities in today’s competitive M&A landscape

 

 

The Eminae CEO Forum is an exclusive educational event for CEOs, business owners, and M&A professionals navigating critical transitions. Whether focused on growth, mergers, or exit strategies, this private forum connects you with an elite group of advisors and consultants who provide expert insights and strategic guidance to help you navigate the complexities of deal-making.

 

Why Attend?

Learn from Industry Experts – Gain practical, actionable strategies from top M&A advisors, dealmakers, and business leaders.

Expand Your Network—Connect with a diverse range of private equity professionals, investors, and business owners actively involved in M&A, opening up new possibilities and opportunities.

Get Actionable Insights—Understand key drivers for increasing business value, mitigating risks, and structuring a successful acquisition.

 

Who Should Attend?

Business Owners & CEOs planning for an exit or M&A transaction

Private Equity Professionals & Investors looking for acquisition opportunities

Investment Bankers & Business Brokers facilitating middle-market transactions

M&A Professionals including attorneys, CPAs, CFOs, and financial advisors

 

 

Secure Your Spot Today!

📩 Spaces are limited – register now to gain exclusive access to top-tier M&A insights and strategic connections.

 

 

🔗 Register Now

Business Owners: Request a VIP Pass (CLICK HERE) 

Active Acquirers: request an Investor VIP Pass (CLICK HERE): 

For sponsorship opportunities or inquiries, contact us at admin@eminaenetwork.com.

 

We look forward to seeing you in NYC for an insightful and impactful event!

For questions, contact us at admin@eminaenetwork.com or visit eminae.com
 

We can’t wait to see you in New York City for a transformative afternoon of learning, networking, and strategic insights!

 

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Date & Time

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Venue Details

CohnReznick LLP

1301 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York 10019 CohnReznick LLP
Eminae Network

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Eminae Network is dedicated to providing long-term strategies for organic or acquisition-based growth, helping forward-thinking businesses build value for a successful exit.


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