XPX Chicago: Venturing out of the Pandemic

Venturing out of the Pandemic:
Financial, Human Capital and M&A

The PPP Forgiveness has been a moving target since inception. With many changes occurring and more on the way learn how to choose the right process to manage the situation. During this pandemic it is imperative to learn about the human capital side of your business and learn how to navigate it in a COVID talent marketplace. Within the M&A space with all companies, industry data points, out as credit spreads increase access to leverage can become tighter.

Key Take Away:

• PPP - Consider all your alternatives
• PPP - Don’t just focus on the spend, focus on your future
• Workforce Optimization - Embrace Technology but don’t rely on that alone
• Paid Time Off - Follow the rules, stay current, but document
• M&A Outlook - History shows as credit spreads increase access to leverage became tighter affecting overall mergers and acquisitions
• Dry Powder- PE firms have money on the sidelines but will need to be more creative to complete transactions

Peter Holton, Managing Director- Caber Hill Advisors

Jim Robbs, Managing Partner - Sassetti

Christy Lyons, CEO - 4 Point Consulting