From M&A Integration to Impact

In this Oxford Talk, Thomas Kessler, an expert with 46 M&A integrations over 30 years, unveils a structured, human-centric approach that drives alignment, engagement, and strategic clarity. Through three key events—Executive Alignment, Week One, and the Synergy Working Session—organizations shift from a purely value-driven approach to one that fosters buy-in, eliminates anxiety, and ensures a seamless integration. This proven methodology lays the foundation for successful integration, balancing day-to-day operations with long-term strategic goals—because, at the end of the day, it’s people who create the numbers, not the other way around.