Mergers & Acquisitions 2023 | Finance and Economy Forum | 28 August 2023 | Park Hyatt Zürich, Beethovenstrasse 21, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland

The world of mergers and acquisitions can be complex and risky, with deals often failing to live up to their potential. At the “Unlocking Value in a Challenging Market” conference industry experts will explore two key themes critical to achieving success in M&A: creating added value in a difficult market environment and ensuring that M&A deals deliver.

Conference participants will learn about innovative strategies and best practices for maximising value in challenging economic conditions and be presented with the tools needed to succeed in M&A. Drawing on real-world case studies and expert insights, attendees will also learn about the most common pitfalls that can derail an M&A deal and how to mitigate these risks for a successful outcome.

This conference offers valuable insights and actionable strategies for navigating the challenging world of M&A, making it a must-attend event for anyone in the field.

We are pleased to invite you to the sixth M&A forum organized by Finanz und Wirtschaft Forum on 29 August 2023 to discuss in detail current trends and challenges of the M&A market. Join us for a comprehensive day discussing M&A matters in plenary sessions, workshops and presentations that will provide you with the right tools for business success. The conference will be held at the Park Hyatt in Zurich.

2023 Speakers

Xavier Rossinyol
CEO, Dufry

Mads Joergensen
CFO, Georg Fischer

Oliver Kahn
Executive Board, Oliver Kahn-Stiftung

Annelis Lüscher
Hämmerli Group CFO, Helvetia

Thomas Zweifel
Head of Strategy, Implenia AG

Urs Domenig
CFO, Burkhalter

Tania Micki
CFO, Tecan

Ulrich Mogwitz
Co-Managing Director, Private Equity Patrimonium

Samuel Poletti
Group Head of M&A, Holcim

Walter Scherz
CFO, Dätwyler

Xena Welch
Guerra Lecturer, University of St. Gallen HSG

Waynn Wu
Chief Strategy Officer & Global Head Program Delivery, Philipp Morris International

Virginie Frémat
Partner, CMS Belgium

Marjolaine Jakob
Partner Head of Insolvency and Restructuring Zurich, CMS Switzerland

Matthias Kuert
Partner CMS, Switzerland

Simon Malin
Partner, PwC Switzerland

Alasdair Steele
Partner Head of Equity Capital Markets, CMS UK

Andreas Zanner
Partner, CMS Germany

Jan Schwalbe
Editor-in-chief, Finanz und Wirtschaft

2023 Sponsors

• Lincoln International
• Eight Advisory
• The CFO Company