ACG Magazine || 2026 M&A Business Development Professionals to Watch
Private equity, investment banking, corporate development, and lending professionals to keep on your radar.
Business Development
What Your Brand Signals to Buyers Before You Ever Speak
Brand shouldn’t be a post-deal afterthought. Huebner Marketing examines the role brand plays in setting the tone for M&A.
Nominate a 2026 ‘M&A Business Development Professional to Watch’
Now through Jan. 16, nominate an M&A Business Development Pro to Watch across private equity, investment banking, corporate development, and our newest category, lending
M&A in Agriculture: A Q&A with Lewis & Clark’s Tim Hassler
Agriculture has a long road to M&A growth, according to Lewis & Clark Partners Operating Partner Tim Hassler. He answers questions about tech innovation and dealmaking opportunity in a space facing plenty of headwinds.
How Public Speaking Can Elevate Your M&A Opportunities
Speaking engagements are an effective way to communicate your distinct value proposition to the broader dealmaking community
No Longer ‘Flyover States’: The Case for Dealmaking in the Rodeo Region
The Rodeo Region is a landscape of growth, innovation and opportunity— and your next great deal might be waiting in its backyard
2025 Business Development Professionals’ Best Career Advice
Private equity, investment banking and corporate development professionals share their tips
The 2025 Corporate Development Professionals to Watch
Curated by Middle Market DealMaker editors based on more than 130 nominations
The 2025 Investment Bankers to Watch
Curated by Middle Market DealMaker editors based on more than 130 nominations
The 2025 Private Equity BD Professionals to Watch
Curated by Middle Market DealMaker editors based on more than 130 nominations
