2026 TechGC Liquidity Summit information can be found here.
In today’s market, every company needs to evaluate its M&A strategy—whether it’s a private company seeking an exit, a public company considering going private, or any organization looking to acquire.
Even private companies planning an IPO must explore M&A alternatives in today’s rapidly changing environment. General Counsels play a critical role in guiding their organizations through these pivotal decisions. Join our Liquidity Summit to gain actionable insights from those who have steered companies through complex dual-track M&A and IPO processes.
Most of the day will focus on breakout sessions tailored to your needs, featuring peer-led discussions and expert-guided instructional sessions on specific topics like buy-side M&A, sell-side M&A, the IPO process, take-private transactions, and the unique considerations of selling to private equity versus strategic buyers. Whether you’re preparing for an acquisition, weighing an IPO, or considering a sale to a strategic or PE firm, you’ll gain practical advice to guide your next moves.
This conference is tailored for General Counsels at venture-backed startups and PE-owned companies exploring exit opportunities via M&A or IPO.
It’s also ideal for GCs at funds of portfolio companies with similar strategies, as well as GCs at public companies evaluating take-private transactions or pursuing acquisitions. If you’re a GC focused on growth, exit, or acquisition strategies, this event provides essential insights and connections to advance your goals.
Mainstage Session: Two Roads Diverge: Lessons in Dual-Track Strategies
-Charlotte Morgan, Chief Admin & CLO @ Adore Me (Moderator)
-Bill Roegge, Partner @ Cooley
-Craig Marcus, Partner @ Ropes & Gray
-Troy Lee, GC @ Vorto
Choosing between an IPO or going the M&A route is a pivotal decision for any organization—and increasingly, companies are navigating both paths simultaneously. This session explores insights from GCs and advisors who’ve successfully managed dual-track strategies, focusing on when to pursue both options, how to commit to one, and how to coordinate priorities, resources, and teams.
Mainstage Session: Inside the Deal Room: A Mock Negotiation Experience
-Sam Ross, CLO @ Remote (Moderator)
-Aly Love, Partner @ Debevoise & Plimpton
-David Schwartz, Partner @ Orrick
-Jill Savage, GC @ Misfits Market
-Megha Sharma, Former GC @ Uniphore
Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of high-stakes dealmaking with this interactive mock negotiation. Guided by a seasoned GC, buy-side and sell-side advisors will tackle key deal terms like indemnities, liability limitations, and earn-out provisions using a real-world-inspired scenario. This session integrates niche considerations from emerging compliance challenges to evolving market pressures, and sector-specific dynamics—providing advanced insights to sharpen your strategies to deliver value in your next big deal.
Join your peers for small group discussions on the topics that matter most to you. During registration, you’ll select your top choices from a curated list of timely subjects—such as acquiring distressed companies, preparing for an IPO, and maximizing valuation—and we’ll match you with three engaging roundtable sessions based on overall interest.
Roundtable Topics
→ Acquiring Distressed Companies with Significant Debt
→ Advisor-Driven Auction Strategies: From Prep to Close
→ Comparing Private Equity and Strategic Buyers
→ Maximizing Optionality and Valuation
→ Preparing For an Exit 18 Months Out
→ Strategy Foundations for a Successful IPO
→ Current Trends in Secondary Transactions
→ Structuring Tender Offers
101 Level Roundtables
This introductory style of roundtable will offer deep-dive explanations of the topic and will feature expert facilitators guiding the discussion.
→ Dual Track Strategies
→ IPO Readiness Checklist
→ Building a Due Diligence Framework
→ Key Deal Terms in Acquisition Agreements
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