Kevin Ilcisin

Kevin Ilcisin, SVP of Strategy and Corporate Development at NI, and Alok Agrawal, Chief Strategy Officer at Celestica, bring rich M&A insights to the table. They discuss the critical difference between strategy and M&A, emphasizing that M&A is merely a tool. The duo shares tips on identifying the right acquisition targets and managing due diligence, highlighting cultural fit's importance. They also delve into post-merger integration challenges, stressing the need for a dedicated team to realize synergies and successful integration.