Deals, Drama & The Ones That Got Away: Behind the Curtain of Big Tech M&A

No buzzwords. No fluff. Just real, unfiltered M&A war stories from the people who lived them. This no-holds-barred buyer panel brings together senior acquisition leaders to debate the unpredictable psychology behind tech exits. From walking away from Google to choosing a smaller deal over a higher offer (on purpose!), these insiders reveal how pricing, optionality, and timing shape the fate of a deal. Expect disagreements, founder drama, and a healthy dose of “what the hell just happened?”

What You Will Learn:

• Real-world decision-making in big tech M&A
• How buyer psychology impacts outcomes
• Stories of near-misses and "walk away" moments
• Red flags buyers watch for that founders miss